New & Emerging Voices

Elevating the Future of Mental Health: Where Rising Voices Meet Leading Experts

Psych Congress Elevate is committed to creating a dynamic learning environment that blends the expertise of nationally recognized faculty with the fresh perspectives of new and emerging voices. Each year, we invite early career clinicians, rising researchers, and innovative practitioners who are advancing mental health care in meaningful ways. This group brings forward new ideas, clinical insights, and real world experiences that reflect the evolving needs of patients and the profession.

The New and Emerging Voices program provides a platform for clinicians who are shaping the future of mental health practice to offer perspectives informed by direct patient care, research, and the unique challenges faced by early career professionals.. Their work spans a wide range of areas including new treatment approaches, cultural and community engagement, integrated and collaborative care, digital and technology supported interventions, trauma informed practice, and emerging models that reflect current challenges in behavioral health. Their voices help ensure that Psych Congress Elevate remains relevant, forward looking, and grounded in the realities of modern clinical practice. Many emerging contributors also bring expertise from diverse backgrounds and care settings, enriching the dialogue with insights that represent the wide spectrum of communities served in mental health.

Throughout the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to hear from these voices through presentations, discussions, and the broader educational program. Their inclusion reflects our commitment to supporting professional growth while amplifying ideas that are shaping the next phase of mental health innovation.

This year's New and Emerging Voices will be announced as the program is finalized in early 2026. Attendees can look forward to learning from a wide range of clinicians who are bringing fresh thinking and impactful work to the field.

Meet the 2025 New & Emerging Voices

Get to know these rising leaders in the field, who joined forces with our expert faculty to deliver dynamic CME sessions and shared fresh perspectives on the latest advancements in treatment and care. Stay tuned for the 2026 class of New & Emerging Voices!

Aryandokht Fotros, MD, MSc
Aryandokht Fotros, MD, MSc

Session: Borderline Personality Disorder: A Case-Based Approach Towards Diagnosis and Management

Presenting with Mark Zimmerman, MD

Friday, May 30, 2025 | 3:25 PM–4:25 PM

Avani Patel, MD, MHA*
Avani Patel, MD, MHA*

Session: #MentalHealth: Understanding Social Media's Impact on Adolescents

Presenting with Steven Chan, MD, MBA, FAPA, FAMIA

Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 1:00 PM–2:00 PM

*2024 Elevate Scholar

Ilang Guiroy, MD
Ilang Guiroy, MD

Session: Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatry: Tools, Trends, and What’s Next 

Presenting with Steven Chan, MD, MBA, FAPA, FAMIA

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 11:05 AM–12:05 PM

Latoya Frolov, MD, MPH
Latoya Frolov, MD, MPH

Session: Beyond the Basics: Advances in Anxiety Treatment and Management

Presenting with Manish Jha, MBBS

Saturday, May 31, 2025 | 1:00 PM–2:00 PM

Steven Krozer, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, APRN
Steven Krozer, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, APRN

Session: Updating Your Practice for Suicide Prevention: Considerations for Assessment and Interventions

Presenting with Jill Harkavy-Friedman, PhD

Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 2:15 PM–3:15 PM

Roger Rivera, DNP, FNP, PMHNP-NC
Roger Rivera, DNP, FNP, PMHNP-NC

Session: First Steps, Lasting Impact: Managing Schizophrenia from the Start

Presenting with Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC

Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 2:15 PM–3:15 PM

Jess Romeo, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, MSW
Jess Romeo, PMHNP-BC, MSN, BSN, MSW

Session: Engaging the Unspoken: Effective Ways to Unlock Deeper Therapeutic Alliances in Psychiatric Care

Presenting with Andrew Penn, MS, PMHNP-BC

Friday, May 30, 2025 | 2:15 PM–3:15 PM

Sarah Slabaugh, DO
Sarah Slabaugh, DO

Session: Unraveling the Knots: Family-Centered Strategies for Attention Deficit Disorder

Presenting with Julie Carbray, PhD, PMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN

Friday, May 30, 2025 | 2:15 PM–3:15 PM

Desiree Matthews presenting at Elevate

Interested in Becoming a Future New & Emerging Voice?

We're seeking new and emerging voices to take the stage at a future Elevate conference! If you're interested in learning more about joining our world-class faculty at future events, apply today!

Elevate attendees enjoying a presentation

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The 2026 meeting will feature keynotes, a robust three-track agenda, countless networking opportunities, and one-on-one access to thought leaders and driven colleagues that can help you take your career to the next level.

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