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Jim Donovan, M.Ed.2018 Keynote Speaker
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Jim Donovan M.Ed., is an award winning musician, educator and inspirational trainer whose mission is to empower and connect people. In his work, Donovan offers specialized programs in the US and abroad focused on using rhythm and sound techniques as strategies for personal wellness and community connection.
Donovan holds Masters in Educational Leadership from Saint Francis University where he is an Assistant Professor and Chairman of the Fine Arts Department. He also holds a BA in classical music performance from the University of Pittsburgh. Donovan is involved in research at Saint Francis on a system he developed called “Drumming & Disabilities Training”. This program trains those who work with people with Autism on how to implement strategies that use rhythm, percussion and the voice to: (1) increase attention to task, (2) relieve anxiety, (3) encourage expression and (4) support socialization.
Since 2010, Donovan has trained over 4000 people and presented at a multitude of conferences, health organizations, universities, school districts and corporations including Saint Francis University, University of Pittsburgh, Penn State University, Indiana University, North Hills Area School District, Greater Latrobe Area School District, Maryland Recovery, Seabrook House Recovery, Alternative Community Resource Project, Bayer, Vanguard, and Johnson & Johnson, among many others.
From 1990-2005, Donovan was a founding member of the 90's band Rusted Root, who've sold over 3 million records to date. He has appeared on the David Letterman and Conan O'Brien shows and his music with the band is featured major motion pictures such as Ice Age, Twister, and Matilda, as well as on network TV shows American Idol and Party of Five. His touring work with Rusted Root provided ample opportunity to share the stage with rock legends such as Carlos Santana, The Grateful Dead, members of Led Zeppelin, Sting, the Dave Matthews Band and The Allman Brothers, among others.
Donovan lives with his wife, Tracey, three incredible kids, and a small dog in Western, PA.
Donovan holds Masters in Educational Leadership from Saint Francis University where he is an Assistant Professor and Chairman of the Fine Arts Department. He also holds a BA in classical music performance from the University of Pittsburgh. Donovan is involved in research at Saint Francis on a system he developed called “Drumming & Disabilities Training”. This program trains those who work with people with Autism on how to implement strategies that use rhythm, percussion and the voice to: (1) increase attention to task, (2) relieve anxiety, (3) encourage expression and (4) support socialization.
Since 2010, Donovan has trained over 4000 people and presented at a multitude of conferences, health organizations, universities, school districts and corporations including Saint Francis University, University of Pittsburgh, Penn State University, Indiana University, North Hills Area School District, Greater Latrobe Area School District, Maryland Recovery, Seabrook House Recovery, Alternative Community Resource Project, Bayer, Vanguard, and Johnson & Johnson, among many others.
From 1990-2005, Donovan was a founding member of the 90's band Rusted Root, who've sold over 3 million records to date. He has appeared on the David Letterman and Conan O'Brien shows and his music with the band is featured major motion pictures such as Ice Age, Twister, and Matilda, as well as on network TV shows American Idol and Party of Five. His touring work with Rusted Root provided ample opportunity to share the stage with rock legends such as Carlos Santana, The Grateful Dead, members of Led Zeppelin, Sting, the Dave Matthews Band and The Allman Brothers, among others.
Donovan lives with his wife, Tracey, three incredible kids, and a small dog in Western, PA.
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Molly McShane, MD, MPH2018 Keynote Speaker
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Molly McShane, MD, MPH is double-board certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and is an expert in the treatment of mood, anxiety, trauma, substance use and eating disorders. She joined Oliver-Pyatt Centers (A Monte Nido Affiliate) in 2013 and currently serves as Medical Director for Monte Nido & Affiliates. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Duke University and her M.D. and Master’s in Public Health from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. McShane completed her psychiatry residency at the University of Miami where she served as Chief Resident. She also completed two years of training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the Florida Psychoanalytic Institute. Dr. McShane’s extensive training in the practices of therapy and psychopharmacology informs her comprehensive approach to understanding the whole individual seeking treatment. She is passionate about bringing the latest advancements in the field into the clinical work at Monte Nido & Affiliate programs. She frequently presents on eating disorder topics around the country at regional and national conferences.
Dr. McShane is on the Board of Directors of the Eating Disorders Coalition, a national advocacy organization. She travels to Washington, DC regularly to meet with Senators and Representatives regarding the need for insurance coverage of eating disorder treatment. Dr. McShane is a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA) and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. The prestigious American College of Psychiatrists named Dr. McShane a Laughlin Fellow, which is awarded to ten psychiatry residents nationally each year for outstanding leadership and significant achievements. She was also one of five residents in the nation to be named a Ginsberg Fellow for her leadership and excellence in education.
Dr. McShane is on the Board of Directors of the Eating Disorders Coalition, a national advocacy organization. She travels to Washington, DC regularly to meet with Senators and Representatives regarding the need for insurance coverage of eating disorder treatment. Dr. McShane is a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA) and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. The prestigious American College of Psychiatrists named Dr. McShane a Laughlin Fellow, which is awarded to ten psychiatry residents nationally each year for outstanding leadership and significant achievements. She was also one of five residents in the nation to be named a Ginsberg Fellow for her leadership and excellence in education.
