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TABLE OF CONTENTS Training Series Key:
Clinical Skills Trauma Treatment
Cultural Integrative Competence Health Leadership Development
April 4/5
Restorative Justice Integrated:
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Couples Training Part 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5
In our Policies, Relationships & Daily Lives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5
4/12
Dissociative Identities:
4/18
Exploring Alternative Healing Practices:
Co-creating the Landscape for Recovery with Trauma Survivors . . . . . p.6
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An Experiential Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.7
4/29 Psychopharmacology: The Basics and Beyond, Part 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . p.7 4/23 Cultural Competency In the Workplace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.8
4/25 Reiki 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.8
May 5/3
Clinical Applications of Yoga Therapy for Anxiety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.10
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DBT Theory and Skills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.11
5/13
Mindful Self-Compassion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.11
5/16
Men’s Leadership Event: Violence and Silence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12
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5/17
5/21
Being A Cross Racial Ally: Exploring Allyship in Everyday Life . . . . . . . . p.10
CBT for PTSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13 Emotional Freedom Technique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13
5/23 Perinatal Mental Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p.14
June 6/5
Leadership Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.16
6/13
Reiki 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.17
6/10
Zen in America: Holisitic Stress Management 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.16
6/20 Treating Obsessive Compulsive and Other Related Disorders . . . . . . . p.17 6/24 Mindfulness for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma. . . . . . . . . . p.18
Expert Trainers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 19 Registration Policies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 24 Accommodations/Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 25 Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 26 On-Demand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 27 Private Trainings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 28 About the Consortium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 30
The Connecticut Women’s Consortium
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T h e C o n n e c t i c u t Wo m e n ’s C o n s o r t i u m
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Restorative Justice Integrated: In our Policies, Relationships & Daily Lives Marlee Liss Participants will: Hear briefly about Marlee’s experience of restorative justice after sexual assault; Distinguish between restorative vs. punitive principles; Explore the need to embody what we’re fighting for within movements; Create a vision of community that works to disrupt cycles of violence and shame; Integrate restorative justice principles at: The micro level: Exploring ways to make empathy the foundation of relationship The meso level: Learning about restorative practices in schools & communities On social media: Challenging cancel culture and alternatives to public shaming The macro level: Understanding why individuals may want restorative or transformative justice at the criminal legal level; Learn about the power of accountability, conflict transformation and challenging the notion that anyone is disposable. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 5, 2024
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Trauma Treatment
$70
Couples Training Part 3 Debra Borzellino, LMFT Couples therapy is said to be one of the most complex and rewarding therapies to provide. This training is the final in a three-part series offers the attendees the opportunity to learn the critical foundation of the couple, the examination of the couple composition, which areas couples may become stuck and how to move the couple to create the relationship they want. *No prerequisite required Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 10, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
“I never dreamed about success. I worked for it.” —Estée Lauder www.womensconsortium.org
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The Consortium’s Spotlight Event
Exploring Alternative Healing Practices: An Experiential Workshop Gina Ferrara This workship is an experiential introduction to integrative healing practices for professional and personal growth. Participants will learn about several integrative practices, with accompanying experiential sessions, that includes research into the health and self-care benefits. Participants will learn strategies for utlitizng these practices at home, in the workplace and as well as in high stress behavioral health environments. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 18, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Integrative Health
$100
Psychopharmacology: The Basics and Beyond, Part 1 Peter Tolisano, PsyD, ABPP This course includes an overview presentation to help participants better understand the usages of psychotropic medications. The instructor will provide a particular focus on administering psychotropic medications with special populations (i.e., individuals with developmental disabilities, the elderly). The program content centers on understanding terminology, learning basic brain chemistry and mechanisms of action for medications, classes of psychotropics, specific utilization of medications, side effect profiles, ways to reduce polypharmacy, and methods to consult with psychiatric prescribers. *please note this training runs across 2 days, you must attend both days to receive credit.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 22 & 29, 2024
9am - 12pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
Do not wait for the perfect time and place to enter, for you are already onstage.” —Unknown The Connecticut Women’s Consortium
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Cultural Competency In the Workplace Teresa Nieves This professional workshop trains on the concept of Cultural Competency with the understanding that it’s a continual learning concept. This training equips participants with essential skills to bridge cultural gaps, promote respect, and create safety in the workplace. Topics include cross-cultural communication, unconscious bias awareness, and strategies for creating an inclusive workplace culture.
September
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 23, 2024
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Cultural Competence
$70
Reiki 1 Hilary Rudenauer, Reiki Master Teacher Join Hilary Rudenauer, Reiki Master Teacher, to learn the history, theory, and application of Reiki, a Japanese healing technique. In this special one-day training, we will explore energetic protection, pendulum work, ethics, the chakra system, and the step-by-step process for conducting a Reiki session. In addition to these foundational topics, we will discuss how Reiki can be used to prevent burnout and support the therapeutic process. Students will be attuned to Reiki energy, and have the opportunity to practice giving Reiki to themselves and others. Upon completion of this training, participants will be certified Reiki 1 practitioners. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
April 25, 2024
8:30am - 4:30pm
7 Credits
Integrative Health
$200
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T h e C o n n e c t i c u t Wo m e n ’s C o n s o r t i u m
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Clinical Applications of Yoga Therapy for Anxiety Christine Saari, MA, E-RYT 200, C-BDYT Sara Merrick-Albano, E-RYT 500, C-BDYT Introduction to a yoga therapy approach to the application of yoga techniques for treatment of generalized anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Learn to apply yoga therapy frameworks to assess and resolve areas of systemic dysregulation for the client. Understand how to appropriately select safe and effective practices, review the empirical evidence, and screen for contraindications. The experiential portion of the training includes movement, evidence-based breathwork, chanting, and specialized meditation practices. Acquire practical skills for delivery of prescribed practices and learn to track efficacy for desired outcomes. Practice clinical skills for using yoga therapy techniques in telehealth or office settings and apply your learning through case study examinations. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 3, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
Being A Cross Racial Ally: Exploring Allyship in Everyday Life Earl McCoy Jr. MBA, GCDF This training will explore the importance of psychological safety and transparent dialogue in building relationships and supporting marginalized communities. Participants will examine who we are at a deeper level and how our identities and experiences shape our interactions with others. We will explore the concept of communication and how we can adapt our communication styles to better connect with people from different backgrounds. Participants will learn DEIB-A - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility - and how we can apply these concepts in our everyday lives to create more equitable and inclusive communities. We’ll also examine the protected classes in CT and how they are impacted by systemic oppression. DEI research will be examined and its implications for our personal and professional lives. Additionally we will discuss the importance of transparent dialogue in creating a brave space for difficult conversations. By the end of this training, participants will have a deeper understanding of what it means to be a cross-racial ally and how to put that into practice in your everyday life, as well as practical tools and strategies to help you build relationships and support marginalized communities, and you’ll be better equipped to challenge systemic oppression and promote DEIB-A. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 6, 2024
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Cultural Competence
$70
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DBT Theory and Skills Nancy Grechko, PsyD This is a great training for clinicians to learn about Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), chronic emotion dysregulation, the theory behind Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), how to start, and how to use skills in sessions. It is also a great training for learning these skills for yourself! You will be provided with self care and compassion fatigue assessments that are great tools to check-in with yourself in your work. Participants are provided with ALL of Marsha Linehan’s worksheets and handouts from her manual as well as other adapted worksheets that you can’t find anywhere. Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 8, 2024
9am - 2pm
5 Credits
Clinical Skills
$85
Mindful Self-Compassion Tracey Meyers, PsyD Alicia Feller, LCSW, MA-IHH Mindful self-compassion (MSC) is an empirically supported program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Research shows that 70% of the population is kinder to their friends than they are to themselves. MSC helps us change this common dynamic by cultivating good will toward ourselves, especially when we’re suffering. Instead of judging ourselves for our personal inadequacies and shortcomings, MSC helps us meet our failings with kindness and understanding. It is a life-transforming practice that changes lives and relationships from the inside out. Participants will learn three core practices: Mindfulness; Recognizing that your suffering and imperfections are part of common humanity and therefore you are not alone in your suffering; How to bring self-kindness to yourself through our attitudes, intentions and actions.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 13, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Integrative Health
$100
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The Consortium’s Spotlight Event
MEN'S LEADERSHIP EVENT: VIOLENCE AND SILENCE
Trainer: Jackson Katz Jackson Katz, Ph.D. will conduct a half-day, highly interactive leadership training on gender violence and sexual harassment prevention for leaders in business, government, law enforcement, human services, public health, education, sports, and the military. With a special focus on men's leadership.
May 16, 2024 | 8:30am - 12:00pm | 3 Credits | Leadership Development| $100 Jackson Katz, Ph.D. is an internationally renowned educator, author, and lecturer who is co-founder of the Mentors in Violence Prevention (MVP) program, and creator/director of the first large-scale prevention initiatives in college and professional sports and the US military. On-site at The Connecticut Women’s Consortium, Hamden, CT
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CBT for PTSD Dr. David Tolin, PhD In this half-day workshop, participants will review the psychological mechanisms associated with the onset and maintenance of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We will discuss the principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for PTSD and use video vignettes to illustrate the application of CBT principles.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 17, 2024
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Trauma Treatment
$70
Emotional Freedom Technique Catherine Ewing Emotional Freedom Technique is a form of Energy Psychology, combining psychotherapy and energy healing techniques. It is based on the understanding of the human body as an electrical system and the recognition of the systems of subtle energy that surround and interface with the physical body. When that energy system is disrupted, a person experiences mental, emotional or physical imbalance. EFT has application across a broad range of issues, including stress and anxiety related disorders, PTSD, physical pain, self-sabotage, cravings and addictions and performance. It draws from a variety of proven modalities, including Thought Field Therapy, acupuncture, biofeedback, EMDR, hypnosis, cognitive behavioral therapy and applied kinesiology. In this engaging workshop, participants will learn how to use Emotional Freedom Technique both for their own self-care and for working with their clients, students, colleagues and families.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 21, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
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Perinatal Mental Health Catharine McDonald, LPC, PMH-C This full-day workshop provides attendees with a foundational understanding of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), distinguishing PMADs from transient mood changes like the baby blues. Participants will explore the intricate relationship between trauma and birth concerning PMADs, delve into effective clinical strategies for identification and management of PMADs, and gain invaluable insights into birth trauma’s prevalence and impact on both parents and infants. This training will also address risk factors contributing to birth trauma and proactive interventions across the prenatal, labor, and postnatal phases. Attendees will learn to recognize and assess signs of both PMADS and birth trauma in birthing individuals and partners and how to collaborate productively with other perinatal healthcare professionals.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
May 23, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
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Leadership Development Teresa Nieves Elevate your leadership skills to meet the challenges of 2024 with Leadership Development Training. In a rapidly evolving world, effective leadership is crucial. This training focuses on adaptive leadership strategies, fostering innovation, and navigating change. Participants will gain insights into emerging leadership trends, emotional intelligence, and practical tools for inspiring and motivating teams. Equip yourself with the skills needed to lead confidently in today’s dynamic and unpredictable professional landscape.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
June 5, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Leadership Development
$100
Zen in America: Holisitic Stress Management 101 Alicia Feller, LCSW MA-IHH According to a 2020 Gallup Poll, 79% of Americans say they feel stress sometimes or frequently throughout their day. The World Health Organization has called stress the “health epidemic of the 21st century.” The purpose of this presentation is to define the different types of stress; understand its impact on the mind, body, and spirit; and introduce some holistic stress management techniques one can use to reduce stress.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
June 10, 2024
9am - 12pm
3 Credits
Integrative Health
$70
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” —Carl Sagan www.womensconsortium.org
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Reiki 2 Hilary Rudenauer, Reiki Master Teacher In this Level 2 training, participants will expand upon the skills they learned in Reiki 1 and acquire new ways to work with Reiki energy. We will explore distance and emotional healing techniques, Reiki for animals, using Reiki to manifest goals, scanning methods that can be used to determine where Reiki is needed, and more. Students will receive another attunement, learn Reiki symbols, and have the opportunity to practice giving Reiki to others using their new symbols and techniques. Throughout the training we will discuss how the content applies to the mental health profession. In addition, guest speakers who work within different mental health settings will share their experiences integrating Reiki into their work. Upon completion of this course, participants will be certified Reiki 2 practitioners.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
June 13, 2024
8:30am - 4:30pm
7 Credits
Integrative Health
$250
Treating Obsessive Compulsive and Other Related Disorders Dr. David Tolin, PhD In this full-day workshop, we will review the obsessive-compulsive and related disorders (OCRDs), including obsessive-compulsive disorder, hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, trichotillomania, and excoriation (skin-picking) disorder. We will discuss the psychological principles associated with the onset and maintenance of these disorders, and review the building blocks of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Video vignettes will be used to illustrate the application of CBT principles for the OCRDs.
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Time
CECs
Series
Price
June 20, 2024
9am - 4pm
6 Credits
Clinical Skills
$100
“When you change your thoughts, remember to also change your world.” —Norman Vincent Peale www.womensconsortium.org
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Mindfulness for Children Who Have Experienced Trauma Nancy Grechko, PsyD This training provides age-appropriate education for practitioners to utilize with children and adolescents. The workshop provides an overview of what mindfulness is (and what it isn’t), how to incorporate into everyday life, and age-appropriate methods (and materials) for teaching about how mindfulness is helpful for our brains and nervous system. Additionally, this workshop provides age-appropriate explanations for how trauma impacts the brain and how mindfulness can help. This is a great training to help children and adolescents increase awareness of their emotions/body sensations/internal experiences; regulate intense emotions, and improve decision-making, impulse control, and frustration tolerance.
Date
Time
CECs
Series
Price
June 24, 2024
9am - 12:30pm
3.5 Credits
Clinical Skills
$75
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Expert Trainers
Debra Borzellino, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and Clinical Fellow, boasts over 25 years in her field, leading Pieces That Fit, LLC. She offers therapy for couples, families, and individuals, mentors AAMFT supervisor candidates, and provides clinical supervision across disciplines. Debra emphasizes professional growth, case management, and ethical practices. She is known for her expertise in Family of Origin, Structural Family Therapy, Birth Order, and Vicarious Trauma training. With vast clinical and managerial experience, Debra has overseen multiple private and state programs, ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and improved services. She has also taught at SCSU MFT Department and Albertus Magnus Business Department.
Catherine Ewing, LCSW, MDiv, is the founder of Sacred Heart Alchemy and a multifaceted professional with expertise in spiritually focused psychotherapy, EFT, life coaching, and energy healing. With over 20 years dedicated to the mind/body/spirit connection, she also educates mental health professionals on alternative psychotherapy modalities. Catherine excels in aiding individuals to shed limiting beliefs and emotions, guiding them towards authenticity, passion, and purpose. Her background includes significant work in sexual assault, domestic violence, child welfare, and economic justice for women. As a spiritual seeker, she integrates extensive spiritual and metaphysical knowledge, alongside practical tools, into her practice and teachings.
Gina Ferrara, has worked in mental health wellness for the past 40 years. She uses energy, meditation, dance/movement and vibrational healing in her approach to recovery. She is an Usui and Holy Fire Reiki Master, a Rainbow Reiki practitioner, a Master of Vibrational Healing at the Cellular Level and a board-certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Gina offers in person and remote/online Reiki Sessions, Usui Reiki training classes and Employee Wellness. Currently, Gina is the practitioner of Odonata Reiki Healing Arts, a therapist at The Connecticut Valley Hospital and a teacher with Insight Timer.
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Alicia Feller, LCSW, MA-IHH is the Director of Programs at the CT Women’s Consortium. She has worked for over 30 years in Behavioral Health. Alicia specializes in holistic stress management which complements her years of experience as a clinical social worker. She enjoys working with people to help them develop a mastery over their well-being utilizing empathy, empowerment and mind-body-spirit connection as cornerstones of her approach. Alicia holds a masters degree in Integrated Health and Healing and is a certified Holistic Stress Management Instructor as well as a certified Acudetox Specialist. Alicia lives her practice and relishes the time she spends with family and friends. She believes that one grows the most when they step outside of their comfort zone.
Nancy Grechko, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Vernon, Connecticut. In addition to providing direct clinical care in her community, she also supports mental health practitioners through supervision and consultation and clinical training workshops. Dr. Grechko is passionate about supporting mental health practitioners to do the work they love while taking care of their personal and professional needs.
Marlee Liss is a restorative justice advocate and embodiment coach. She made history with her sexual assault case being the first in North America to use restorative justice, leading her assailant to therapy over trial. A lesbian, Jewish feminist, she’s been featured in major media and specializes in helping women reclaim empowerment after trauma. An award-winning speaker, Marlee has presented for prestigious audiences, including the US Military and Fordham School of Law. Her story is set for adaptation into a documentary and series, as she also works on her memoir.
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Earl McCoy, Jr. has a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources with certificates in Global Career Development Facilitation. Earl is a higher educational professional with 6+ years of experience in recruitment, admissions, career development, human resources, and employee resource groups. He has provided counseling to diverse students, employees, and faculty populations with experiential educational and professional development opportunities. Earl has a broad range of experience working at three colleges and universities, as well as at non-profit organizations. He has supported multigenerational and multicultural individuals’ success to harness their unrealized greatness, and has a deep understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility. Catharine McDonald is a fierce advocate for perinatal wellness and seasoned CT Licensed Professional Counselor, certified in Perinatal Mental Health by Postpartum Support International. She is the Owner and Clinical Director of Growing Well Counseling in Tolland, Connecticut, a private practice focusing solely on perinatal wellness encompassing integrative mental health, fertility, birth trauma, and peripartum sexual health. While studying Counseling at UNC Greensboro in 2007, she supported families in antenatal units and NICUs, igniting a profound commitment to perinatal mental health. Her passion for learning continues as she works through a post-graduate certificate program in Sex Therapy at The University of Michigan. Catharine is also a trained family life educator, baby-led sleep specialist, and Fair Play Method Certified Facilitator. A founding member of the CT Chapter of PSI, she has offered practical perinatal continuing education training at state and national conferences for nearly a decade. Her unwavering dedication to reproductive freedoms and nurturing better birth experiences defines her both professionally and personally.
Sara Merrick-Albano, E-RYT 500, C-BDYT is a practicing yoga therapist and co-founder of Yoga Therapy Associates, specializing in adaptive yoga, breathwork, and meditation for adult and geriatric clients. She provides a supportive and compassionate space for her clients to engage with a transformative felt experience that aligns with their goals. Sara sees clients via telehealth, and in New Haven, Watertown, and Trumbull.
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Teresa Nieves is the owner of Teresa Nieves Coaching, LLC. She supports women, non-binary, and gender fluid folk with life coaching and Reiki healing as a Disruption Coach & Unconventional Strategist. She helps them disrupt the blocks that are keeping them stuck, discover what truly matters, and create the life they really want. Teresa works one-onone with numerous folk to help them achieve their potential through rediscovering how amazing and powerful they truly are. By holding space and challenging limited beliefs, clients have brought joy back into their lives, started passion-filled businesses, healed and released negative energies and illnesses, and have fallen back in love with themselves. Teresa also has over 15 years of nonprofit management, program development, and capacity building. Her love of community and believing that folk are their own catalyst for change began in her direct work with the Harford Community. Teresa has a loving partner and is raising two rebel daughters to break all the rules and create their own. She lives in Newington, CT, and offers her services locally and virtually. She loves to meet new people; so don’t be shy about reaching out!
Hilary Rudenauer is a Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Postpartum Doula, Lactation Counselor, 500-Hour Kripalu Yoga Teacher, and owner of The Mindful Mama. She has been practicing Reiki since 2013 and has offered healing sessions in a variety of locations including wellness centers, yoga studios, retreats, conferences, and hospitals. Hilary has a background in holistic healing, maternal health, mental health, and trauma-informed care. She utilizes her vast personal and professional experience to inform and enrich her classes and trainings. She is grateful for every opportunity to create spaces where authentic relating, healing, and growth can occur.
Christine Saari, MA, E-RYT 200, C-BDYT is a certified yoga therapist working with a diverse roster of pediatric and adult clients. Christine is grateful to be part of this emerging field providing integrative health options that empower people to take a leading role in their own healing process. She provides safe and confidential therapy for clients in New Haven and Guilford, and via telehealth. She is a co-founder of Yoga Therapy Associates.
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David Tolin, PhD, ABPP is the Founder and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine. He is the Past-President of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, the Past-President of the Clinical Psychology Division of the American Psychological Association, and a principal investigator for the National Institutes of Health. He received the Award for Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the Connecticut Psychological Association. Dr. Tolin is the author of over 200 scientific journal articles, as well as the several books including Doing CBT: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with Behaviors, Thoughts, and Emotions and Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding. Dr. Tolin has been featured on the reality TV series Hoarders and The OCD Project, and has been a recurrent guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Peter Tolisano, PsyD, ABPP is a board-certified clinical psychologist. He has been the statewide Director of Psychological Services, Office of the Commissioner, for the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services, since 2013. His various responsibilities include overseeing the mental health and behavioral needs of individuals served by his agency. He interfaces with national entities and other state agencies (i.e., DCF, DMHAS, SDE, DSS, and OCA) in his consultations, which often relate to positive behavioral supports. Dr. Tolisano also maintains a private practice in the Greater Hartford area that focuses on the provision of psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR for trauma recovery.
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Registration Policies
Always check www.womensconsortium.org for the most up to date information. Some special events may have different registration policies or credits. By registering you agree to our registration and privacy policies.
If you are registering with a purchase order Send your registration form and a copy of your approved purchase order by email (training@ womensconsortium.org) or fax (203-909-6894). You must include a copy of the purchase order as proof of payment, we cannot process registrations or guarantee your space in the event without this document. To register by mail Complete the form on page 24 and mail with a check or money order. There is a $25 bank & handling fee for all returned checks. Failure to pay this fee will prevent you from registering for future courses. Checks and purchase orders are payable to The Connecticut Women’s Consortium and can be sent to ATTN: Education & Training, 2321 Whitney Avenue, Suite 401, Hamden, CT 06518 Waitlist and sold out courses For workshops that are sold out, call to determine if a waitlist is available. How do I get my certificate or credits? Between 3 and 5 business days after the training (this may be longer for offsite events and conferences), you will receive an email with instructions to access the online survey and certificate. If you have trouble accessing these items, please email training@womensconsortium.org or call us at (203)909-6888 x2. What are your attendance policies? By accreditation standards, continuing education credits (CECs) are only given to those individuals who have completed the entire training; partial credit cannot be given. If you arrive more than 30 minutes after the start of the event or leave early for any reason you will not receive CECs. For on-site events, you must sign-in/out on the designated attendance sheets provided by staff. If you are not sure where the attendance sheets are, please ask a staff member for assistance. For virtual events, you must log into Zoom with your first and last name, matching your Consortium account. Zoom automatically tracks your attendance, including any Breakout sessions. Please note that participation in breakout sessions is an important part of the training experience and counts towards your total attendance for all virtual trainings. If you miss more than one breakout session, Consortium staff members will provide you with a written and verbal warning. If you do not join the breakout session or contact Consortium staff as directed in the written and verbal outreach, you will be removed from the training. Please note that our attendance policies are based on state statute and requirements from our accrediting body.
EMERGENCIES & CANCELLATIONS If you cannot attend a workshop As of January 1st, 2020, The Connecticut Women’s Consortium will no longer offer credit on account for training cancellations. You must cancel your registration a minimum of 2 business days before the training start date in order to receive a refund minus a 25% administration fee. Alternatively, you may transfer into another course of your choosing until 9am on the training day. What happens during inclement weather or if a workshop is canceled In the event of inclement weather, call (203) 909-6888 x1 the morning of your workshop. This is a recorded voice message that is updated with a weather delay or cancellation. We also post a message at www.womensconsortium.org. The CWC reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. This may include weather, venue/staff emergencies or low attendance. In the event of a cancellation, we will contact you by email with a rescheduled date, or offer a credit or refund.
AVAILABLE CERTIFICATES & CREDITS Certificates of Attendance are available to all attendees who have signed in/out. Social Workers, Therapists, Counselors, and Psychologists National Association of Social Workers Connecticut Chapter (CECs) are accepted in the states of MA, RI, and VT. Check with your state board to see if they offer reciprocity. These credits are applicable to Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), and Licensed Clinical Psychologists. Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Connecticut Certification Board CECs are applicable to Licensed Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselors (LADC) & Certified Addiction Counselors (CAC).The Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) & National International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) are covered under CCB-CT Credits.
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Accommodation and Access
Food & Dietary Restrictions Please identify any dietary restrictions when prompted during the registration process. We can easily accommodate for vegan, nut, gluten and dairy free diets. If you have additional concerns about serious allergies, contact us in advance to ensure we can make accommodations. Accessibility Please identify any accessibility requests when prompted during the registration process. The CWC office is wheelchair accessible; off-site event accessibility is coordinated with the venue, please call with any questions or concerns. Be sure to confirm all accessibility requests a minimum of 1 month in advance so we can ensure access. Nursing Mothers, Children (18 & Under) For nursing accommodations, please ask staff for use of the wellness room or call ahead to learn more. Our educational events may contain sensitive topics including abuse, mental health, and addiction. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to review the topics suitability. If we are concerned we may restrict access to individuals under 18 or recommend another event. Photos, recording & social media If you post on social media regarding an event, tag The Connecticut Women’s Consortium. We recommend that you follow a trauma-informed safety policy by asking individuals and groups before taking and sharing photos and posts. We reserve the right to photograph, record, or film classes, events and other programming. If you do not want to be included, notify a CWC staff member. Learn more through the privacy policy on our website.
Directions
From the South, Bridgeport Area
Take 15 North Take Exit 61 Turn right off ramp, onto Whitney Avenue Half a block is a sign for Hamden Centre Turn right into driveway before this sign
From the east, New London area Take 95 South to 91 North From 91, Take Exit 10 You are now on a connector Take Exit 1 off of the ramp, Turn left onto Devine St Turn left onto Hartford Turnpike Then turn right onto Dixwell Avenue Turn left At the 3rd stoplight into the driveway (before KinderCare)
From the North, Hartford area
Take 91 South to Exit 17 On exit ramp, stay left for 15 South From 15, take Exit 62 At end of ramp, turn right on to Whitney Ave Half a block is a sign for Hamden Centre Turn right into driveway before this sign
Nearby Transportation & Hotel Information
Clarion Hotel & Suites, 2660 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT Tweed or Bradley Airports or NYC Airports (JFK, LaGuardia) Union Station - Metro North, Amtrak & Greyhound Bus CT Transit - we are located on the bus line: (J Bus - Whitney Avenue, Centerville Whitney & Dixwell stops) Metro Taxi - (203) 777-7777 or Uber/Lyft
Parking
All visitors must park in the FREE parking garage to the right of our building. With the exception of handicap spaces, parking in front of the building is for retail businesses.
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Registration Form PARTICIPANT INFORMATION (Applications must be complete to be processed) *Last name:
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*Agency Address: Street: Street (2): City:
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Email Address: Please specify any special accommodations that you will need for the training. We will confirm availability ahead of the training. Visual Hearing Other Accommodation request: Billing Information Accounting Department Phone Number: Accounting Department Email Address: Training: Date(s):
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Registration will not be processed without payment or purchase order If you’re registering with an agency purchase order or check request form, please send this form along with a copy of this purchase order to: CT Women’s Consortium to reserve your spot. Email: training@womensconsortium.org Fax: (203) 909-6894 If you are paying by check: Please mail this form along with your check to: CT Women’s Consortium Training Department 2321 Whitney Ave, Suite 401 Hamden, CT 06518 To pay by credit card, please submit a credit card authorization with this form. Credit card authorization forms can be found here: https://8d6d7841-c514-42a9-b59d-7361c08d7804.usrfiles.com/ugd/62fb48_e508d02e449f47cb922fda711a839251.pdf All our trainings include a CEC certificate for those who attend in full. CECs are approved by NASW/CT (National Association of Social Workers) and CCB (CT Certification Board). By submitting this form, you are agreeing to the cancellation policy available at www.womensconsortium.org
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