Upcoming GVPA Events
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Saturday, October 3, 2026
Join GVPA at the NAMIWalks!
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Where: Asbury First United Methodist Church - 1050 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607
The NAMIWalks is a community event that brings people together to raise awareness about mental illness, reduce stigma, and show support for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions. It’s a meaningful opportunity to connect with our community while supporting the work of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). We’d love for GVPA members to join our team and help us show our support for mental health in our community!
Want to participate or volunteer? Have questions about the walk? Contact our team captain, Janette Funk, at president@gvpa.net.
We’re also looking for GVPA members who can volunteer for a tabling shift alongside another GVPA member during the event. If you’re available to help, please reach out to Janette at president@gvpa.net.
Come walk with us, connect with fellow GVPA members, and help us stand together to support mental health and reduce stigma in our community.
Join the GVPA team to walk and/or help fundraise
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Join GVPA at the AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk!
Time: 11:00am
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, Penfield, NY
The AFSP Out of the Darkness Walk brings communities together to raise awareness, support suicide prevention, remember those we’ve lost, and offer hope to those affected by suicide. It’s an opportunity to connect with others, help reduce stigma, and show our support for suicide prevention and mental health.
We’d love to have GVPA members join our team and participate in this meaningful event!
Want to join the GVPA team to walk and/or fundraise?
Interested in volunteering?
Have questions about the walk or want to participate? Contact Michael Griffin, our team captain, at mdgriffin68@gmail.com.
We’re also looking for GVPA members who are able to help with a tabling shift alongside another GVPA member during the event. If you’re available to volunteer, please reach out to Michael at mdgriffin68@gmail.com.
Come join us as we walk together to support suicide prevention, reduce stigma, honor those we’ve lost, and strengthen our community.
Thursday, October 15th, 2026
GVPA Meeting & Annual Dinner
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Where: Simply Crepes in Pittsford. Social hour to follow at Lock 32 from 8:30-9:30 PM
Click here to Register or More Details
Recent Past GVPA Events
Friday, January 16, 2026
Christa Marshall, PsyD, and Ashley Cooper, PsyD: Innovative Online Therapy Strategies and Practices
Where: Virtual Only
12:00pm - 1:00pm - 1 CE
This practical session covered current NYS telehealth policy shifts, confidentiality and consent issues, recent research on telehealth effectiveness, developmentally appropriate engagement for children and adolescents, ERP adaptations for OCD, and useful digital tools for teletherapy.
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Dr. Stephanie Dubina: Gun Safety
Where: Virtual Only
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Dr. Robert Goldstein: A History of the Science and Practice of Hypnosis
2 CEs were available
Robert H Goldstein joined the University of Rochester's Department of Psychiatry in 1958, and remained there for 36 years.Dr. Goldstein has served in a wide variety of clinical and administrative roles, including Director of Training in Psychology and 16 years as Chief of Psychology at the U of R Medical Center. His interest and experience with hypnosis led to his serving as hypnosis consultant to many local police departments and to being appointed as the Western NY Hypnosis Consultant to the FBI. Dr. Goldstein has provided clinical hypnosis inductions to approximately 4000 patients over the past six decades (sic) to treat behavioral and bio-medical issues. Dr. Goldstein also served on the Board of Education for the Rush-Henrietta Central School District, and as president of that Board for four years. He is also a past president of the Genesee Valley Psychological Association.
Dr. Goldstein will provide an overview of the history of hypnosis, with emphasis on the 20th and 21st century research and clinical practice of hypnosis.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Psychologist Practice Panel: Limiting or Expanding When You Take Insurance
A panel discussion about insurance participation - getting on or off panels, single case agreements, billing Medicaid/Medicare and more
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
GVPA Meeting & Annual Dinner
Where: Penfield Country Club (Craig Room)
Saturday, September 7, 2024
GVPA at the Red Wings!
Time: 6:05pm
In support of suicide prevention month, you are invited to cheer on the Rochester Red Wings including post-game fireworks
Tickets are $15 with proceeds benefitting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Partners, kids, etc. are welcome.
Please purchase tickets from GVPA by August 25th (we will mail the tickets to you or will have them available at will call.)
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Equitable Advisors Webinar Training
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Debt Management & Student Loans
Thursday, September 26, 2024
SAVE THE DATE - Annual "State of Psychology" Dinner
Where: Dolomite Lodge in Penfield - 1628 Jackson Road
NYSPA Director of Professional Affairs and Past-President, Dr. Jerry Grodin, will join GVPA for dinner and discussions related to state-wide practice updates, current legislative efforts, insurance concerns, and other important issues impacting our field.
If you have questions/issues you would like to see specifically addressed, please email them to jfunk.phd@gmail.com.
Saturday, September 28, 2024
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Walk
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Walk
Thursday, October 24, 2024
GVPA Happy Hour
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Network with colleagues and meet our Equitable Advisors partners, Martin and Andrew. They will provide pizza/food and two drinks per person.
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Equitable Advisors In-Person Training
Time: TBD
This event will be at Equitable Advisors's office in Henrietta and hor d'oeuvres will be provided.