CPA’s Neuropsychology Division Presents:
Functional Neurological Disorders
Presented By: Danielle Kaplan, Psy.D.
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
Location: Live via Zoom. Â Zoom link will be emailed with ticket
Cost: FREE for CPA Members
$40.00 for Non-members
Continuing Education: Â Eligible for 1.5 CE
Presentation Abstract:
Functional Neurological Disorders (FND), formerly known as conversion disorders, represent a complex intersection of neurology and psychology. Despite their prevalence and impact, FND remains often misunderstood within clinical practice, leading to misdiagnosis, patient stigma, and fragmented care. This CE aims to provide a deeper understanding of the spectrum of FND, highlight the biopsychosocial framework, and discuss the evolving perspectives from neuroscience and clinical psychology.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe 3 sub-classes of FNDs and how they are differentiated.
2. Explain at least 1 of each of precipitating and perpetuating factors that are common across FNDs.
3. Learn at least 2 appropriate resources for communicating effectively with patients and providers.
Research Citations:
• Kola, S., & LaFaver, K. (2022). Updates in functional movement disorders: From pathophysiology to treatment advances. Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports, 22(5), 305-311.
• Drane, D. L., Fani, N., Hallett, M., Khalsa, S. S., Perez, D. L., & Roberts, N. A. (2021). A framework for understanding the pathophysiology of functional neurological disorder. CNS spectrums, 26(6), 555-561.
• Aybek Rusca, S., & Perez, D. L. (2022). Diagnosis and management of functional neurological disorder. BMJ, 376, o64.
Presenter Biography:
Danielle Kaplan, Psy.D.:
Dr. Kaplan was born and raised in New Haven, CT. She earned her doctoral degree from the University of Hartford and participated in several practicum placements in and around the Hartford area. She completed her predoctoral internship at the VA St. Louis Health Care System (Neuropsychology Track) in St. Louis, MO and a two-year neuropsychology fellowship at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She is currently a Staff Neuropsychologist at Hartford Hospital. Dr. Kaplan’s clinical interests include traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative disorders. Research and scholarly interests include sequelae and management of the spectrum of traumatic brain injury and ecological validity of neuropsychological outcome measures. Outside of clinical work, Dr. Kaplan is a member of the Education and Symposium committees through the Sports Neuropsychology Association (SNS) and co-hosts the Talking Heads podcast. She serves as the Secretary for the Connecticut Psychological Association (CPA) Neuropsychology Division and serves as a member of the Multisite Didactic Initiative (MDI)/Education Committee through the Association of Postdoctoral Programs in Clinical Neuropsychology (APPCN). Dr. Kaplan completed the Leadership Ambassador Development Program (LEAD) through the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN). She is passionate about increasing access to education regarding brain health.
Post-Webinar Evaluation Form:
Post-webinar evaluation form will be provided during the event and must be completed to receive a Continuing Education (CE) certificate.
Closed Captions:Â Live audio captions are accessible for this event. If you need additional disability-related accommodations, please contact us by email us at info@connpsych.org or by phone (860) 404-0333. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of workshop date.
Refund Policy: Participants may direct questions to CPA by email at info@connpsych.org or by phone at (860) 404-0333. Registrants may cancel and receive a full refund up to two-weeks in advance of workshop date. Â An administrative fee of $30 will be charged for cancellation of registration within two weeks of the workshop date (Social Justice events will not be charged an administrative fee). Please note, no refunds will be granted within 24 hours of workshop date.
Continuing Education Approval:
The Connecticut Psychological Association (CPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to offer continuing education for psychologists. CPA maintains responsibility for the program and its content. CPA will issue certificates of completion. APA CE rules require that we only issue credits to those who attend the entire workshop. Those logging into the Zoom webinar more than 15 minutes late or logging off before the entire workshop is completed will not receive CE credits (i.e. partial CE credit will not be issued).
CPA GRIEVANCE POLICY:
The Connecticut Psychological Association (CPA) is fully committed to conducting all activities in strict conformance with the American Psychological Association’s Ethical Principles of Psychologists. The CPA will comply with all legal and ethical guidelines for non-discrimination in promotional activities, program content and in the treatment of CE participants.  While the CPA strives to assure fair treatment for all participants and to anticipate problems before they occur, occasionally grievances may be filed. In cases where a participant files a written or oral grievance, the following actions are taken:
If the grievance concerns the content of the workshop, a CPA representative will mediate and will be the final arbitrator. If the participant requests action, the CPA will either provide a credit for a subsequent CE offering or provide a partial or full refund of the CE fee already paid. Â Actions involving a credit or a refund will require a written note documenting the grievance for record-keeping purposes. The aggrieved individual need not sign the note. If the grievance specifically concerns the CPA, the CPA will attempt to arbitrate.
Direct correspondence to: The Connecticut Psychological Association, P.O. Box #1167, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 or by email to executivedirector@connpsych.org.
