1. Gregory Manning, PsyD Licensed Clinical Psychologist; CA PSY 16224 www.DrGregManning.com DrGregManning@gmail.com (949) 683-0753

2.  Why is Medical Necessity important for MHS?  What makes an effective MHS provider?  How can I work with a challenging MHS provider?  What is the role of Psychiatry in the Adoption process?  What can be done to maximize collaboration with MHS in support of Adoption? ◦ MHS = Mental Health Services Dr Greg Manning2

3.  Emotional Symptoms  Cognitive Symptoms  Behavioral Symptoms  Impairments in Social / Emotional / Behavioral Functioning Dr Greg Manning 3

4.  Child AND the family  Team player  Past and present issues  Training and experience Dr Greg Manning4

5.  Child focus  Confidentiality  Closed Adoptions  Frequent turnover  Unsupported / unskilled / overloaded  Unclear goals and evaluation of progress Dr Greg Manning5

6. Challenging children Limited / incomplete information Multiple placements, caregivers and providers Adoptive Parents Dr Greg Manning 6

7.  Child / Youth  Adoptive Parent(s)  Mental Health Staff  Adoptions / Child Welfare Social Worker  School Staff  Community  T.E.A.M. – Together Everyone Achieves More! Dr Greg Manning 7

8.  Direct collaboration  Cross training  Adoption focused training  Everyone has a role Dr Greg Manning 8

9.  Why is Medical Necessity important for MHS?  What makes an effective MHS provider?  How can I work with a challenging MHS provider?  What is the role of Psychiatry in the Adoption process?  What can be done to maximize collaboration with MHS in support of Adoption? Dr Greg Manning9

10. Gregory Manning, PsyD Licensed Clinical Psychologist; CA PSY 16224 www.DrGregManning.com DrGregManning@gmail.com (949) 683-0753