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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Training Series Key:

Clinical Skills

Cultural Competence

Veterans Services

Trauma Treatment

Integrative Health

April 4/7

Somatic Experiencing Trauma Healing: Introduction to Principles and Practices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.4

4/9 Couples Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.4 4/21 Sleep: The Foundation of Health, Energy, and Performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5

4/23 Reiki 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.5 4/24 Exploring Alternative Practices: An Experiential Workshop. . . . . . . . . . p.6 4/30 Clinical Applications of Yoga Therapy for Trauma. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.6

May 5/1

5/5 5/8

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) for Trauma, Anxiety and Depression:

A Brief Relational Approach to Healing and Personal Growth. . . . . . . . . p.8 Stigmatization, Shame and Self-Kindness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.8

CBT for PTSD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.9

5/19 Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) & Toxic Relationships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.9 5/20 Understanding Psychological Trauma and

Trauma-Informed Care Part 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.10

5/27 Considerations for Gender-Affirming Care within Substance

Use Treatment Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.10

June 6/2

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Integrating Somatic Experiencing into Clinical Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12

When Helping Hurts: A Practical, Symptoms-Based Yoga Reset for

Chronic Stress: Chronic Pain and Sleep Disturbance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.12

6/16 Understanding Psychological Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care Part 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13 6/25 Managing Identities in Therapy During Political Trauma:

Logotherapy, Existentialism, and Equity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.13

Expert Trainers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 16 Registration Policies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 22 Accommodations/Directions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 23 Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 24 About the Consortium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 26

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Somatic Experiencing Trauma Healing: Introduction to Principles and Practices Beth Robins-Roth, APRN, SEP This workshop is an introduction to Somatic Experiencing® Trauma Healing as developed

by Peter Levine, PhD, and taught and practiced in the U.S. and around the world. An overview of Somatic Experiencing will be presented, emphasizing the neurobiology of this multi-disciplinary approach to understanding and treating individual, group, community, intergenerational, and world trauma. A variety of experiential practices that bring regulation, resilience, and healing to the mind-body system will be taught. Medical, nursing, mental health and social service providers can readily share these practices with clients, patients, and students.

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Time

CECs

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Price

April 7, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$75

Couples Therapy Deb Borzellino, LMFT, AAMFT Couples therapy is said to be one of the most complex and rewarding therapies to provide.

This training offers the attendees the opportunity to learn the critical foundation of the couple, the examination of the couple’s composition, which areas couples may become stuck and how to move the couple to create the relationship they want. Deb Borzellino created a “Relational Communication for Couples” model to assist therapists in understanding ineffective communication issues and how to intervene.

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Time

CECs

Series

Price

April 9, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Clinical Skills

$100

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.”

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Sleep: The Foundation of Health, Energy, and Performance Tammy Dungan, Wellness Coach Sleep is more than just rest from a long day’s work; it is a critical component of a healthy, happy life. This course will educate and empower participants on the importance of sleep, its impact on health, and strategies to improve quality of sleep to boost mood, energy, and performance. We will explore the four stages of sleep and the importance of each, including risk factors, for overall health and wellness. We will discuss common sleep disruptions such as sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and menopause. This course will delve into sleep chronotypes and best practices for navigating each. Participants will learn how to establish and implement a sleep hygiene plan for improved overall well-being.

Date

Time

CECs

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Price

April 21, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Clinical Skills

$75

Reiki 1 Hilary Rudenauer Join Hilary Rudenauer, Reiki Master Teacher, to learn the history, theory, and applications of Reiki, a Japanese healing technique. In this special one-day training, we will explore energetic shielding and clearing techniques, energetic anatomy, self-healing practices, intuitive methods, and hand placements. 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 23, 2026

8:30am - 4:30pm

7 Credits

Integrative Health

$200

“I am not a product of my circumstances. I am a product of my decisions.”

- Stephen Covey The Connecticut Women’s Consortium

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Exploring Alternative Practices: An Experiential Workshop Gina Ferrara This workshop 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 include research into the health and self-care benefits. Participants will learn strategies for utilizing these practices at home, in the workplace, as well as in high stress behavioral health environments.

Please wear comfortable clothing, bring something for journaling, and a mat/blanket for meditation practices!

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

April 24, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Integrative Health

$100

Clinical Applications of Yoga Therapy for Trauma Christine Saari MA, E-RYT 200, C-BDYT Sara Merrick-Albano, E-RYT 500, C-BDYT This training is an introduction to a yoga therapy approach, with the application of yoga techniques for supporting trauma recovery. Participants will apply yoga therapy frameworks, methodologies, and trauma-sensitive protocols to adapt therapeutic somatic practices for individual clients, as well as acquiring strategies for appropriately administering the use of prescribed home practice at a suitable pace for the client’s experience.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

April 30, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$100

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Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) for Trauma, Anxiety and Depression: A Brief Relational Approach to Healing and Personal Growth Dr. Lillian Gibson Mental health diagnoses such as trauma, anxiety, and depression can oftentimes feel overwhelming and isolating. Nagging symptoms can sometimes hold people hostage with an inability to connect with others at home, work, and/or school. Relationships, whether personal or professional, can already feel complicated and the complexity of such stressors deepens when trauma, anxiety, and/or depression symptoms are at play. Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), whether used in one-to-one therapy sessions, or facilitated in a group setting, is a great time limited treatment that allows clinicians to help their clients overcome common barriers to successfully cope with life adjustments, effectively deal with perceived loss, and/or navigate relationships through strategic problem solving. IPT is a phenomenal treatment that empowers clients to feel they are in control of their interpersonal functioning despite the situation.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

May 1, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$75

Stigmatization, Shame and Self-Kindness Thomas M. Greaney, M.Ed., CCDP, LADC Social Workers and Recovery Counselors may not realize that nearly 90 percent of individuals in the United States who meet criteria for substance dependence do not seek treatment. Of those individuals, approximately 27 percent cite stigma as the primary reason for not seeking the help they desperately need, and an unknown number ultimately succumb to their disease.

This dynamic, interactive three-hour presentation centers on confronting and dismantling stigma. As Tom writes in one of his more than 50 published articles: “It’s time for all of us to put our words where our collective mouths and compassionate hearts reside. It’s time to finally put an end to the figurative but blatant slaps and slurs used when speaking and writing about people with co-occurring mental health and substance use diagnoses.”

To address stigma and toxic shame, Tom emphasizes the importance of self-kindness and creative approaches to both group and individual therapy. Participants will explore insights from John Bradshaw, Brené Brown, and others on the harmful impact of stigmatization and toxic shame on individuals seeking recovery and an improved quality of life.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

May 5, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Clinical Skills

$75

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CBT for PTSD David F. Tolin, PhD, ABPP 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

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Price

May 8, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Clinical Skills

$75

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) & Toxic Relationships Nancy Grechko, PsyD The purpose of this presentation is to educate mental health practitioners on intimate partner violence and how it informs clinical practice. More specifically, the effects of violence and abuse on the survivor and children seeking services. This program will not only assist practitioners in assessing risk factors and providing appropriate interventions for clients specifically seeking services for IPV, but also screen for IPV amongst clients that may otherwise go undetected.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

May 19, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Clinical Skills

$75

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Understanding Psychological Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care Part 1 Eileen Russo, MA, LADC Traumatic experience in the history of addiction and mental health clients is extremely common. However, the impact of trauma can be difficult for service providers to recognize.

This introductory workshop assumes attendees have little knowledge of trauma and PTSD. This training will provide an understanding of psychological trauma and define trauma-informed, trauma-responsive, and trauma specific care. There will be a focus on types of traumas, including socio-cultural trauma.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

May 20, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$100

Considerations for Gender-Affirming Care within Substance Use Treatment Settings Meg McGrath, LICSW In this workshop, we will create a shared knowledge base regarding terminology and concepts.

This will allow participants participants to meaningfully examine the intersection between the Trans and Gender Diverse (TGD) population and those navigating substance use disorders (SUD). Participants will learn about the impacts of several types of trauma, some of the specific functions of substance use, and several ways in which SUD treatment can be improved to better support the TGD community with a specific look at AUD and OUD. Further, this training will provide an overview of best practices for gender affirming care useful in any clinical setting. Resources for practical skills as well as further learning are also provided.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

May 27, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Cultural Competence

$75

“Action is the antidote to despair.”

- Joan Baez

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Integrating Somatic Experiencing into Clinical Work Beth Robins-Roth, APRN, SEP This training will begin with a brief review of the basic principles of Somatic Experiencing® Trauma Healing. The bulk of the morning will be dedicated to exploring how Somatic Experiencing principles and practices can be readily integrated into the work of professionals in a variety of settings with different populations. We will use discussion, experiential somatic practices, case anecdotes, demonstrations, and role-plays, to explore how participants could bring Somatic Experiencing principles and experiential practices into their work with clients, patients, and students.

It is recommended that participants have completed the foundation training Somatic Experiencing® Trauma Healing: Introduction to Principles and Practices with Beth Robins Roth offered at The CT Women’s Consortium in 2025 or 2026 or have equivalent background in Somatic Experiencing or other somatic-based trauma healing intervention.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

June 2, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$75

When Helping Hurts: A Practical, Symptoms-Based Yoga Reset for Chronic Stress: Chronic Pain and Sleep Disturbance Christine Saari MA, E-RYT 200, C-BDYT Sara Merrick-Albano, E-RYT 500, C-BDYT Chronic stress often shows up in the body as shoulder tension, neck pain, persistent back discomfort, and restless sleep. This clinically grounded training offers a focused reset for helping professionals experiencing cycles of physical pain and sleep disruption.

Participants will explore the connection between stress, musculoskeletal tension, and sleep, while learning practical yoga therapy techniques to interrupt these patterns. Through guided self-assessment, evidence-informed movement, breathwork, and meditation, you’ll gain tools to reduce pain, support spinal alignment, and promote restorative rest—designed specifically for the physical demands of caregiving.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

June 4, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Clinical Skills

$100

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Understanding Psychological Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care Part 2 Eileen Russo, MA, LADC This introductory and experiential training is a supplement to Understanding Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care, Part 1, and will provide clinicians and case managers with an overview of coaching on grounding, emotional/physical safety planning, and the importance of educating clients on the possible impact of traumatic experience. Discussion will provide a closer look at diagnostic criteria, screening, assessment, treatment models, and a review of psychological first aid. This training is most appropriate for those who are beginning their understanding of psychological trauma and would like to learn some basic, effective skills for working with those whose lived experience includes trauma.

Those attending Part 2 need to attend Part 1 or have equivalent knowledge from other training.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

June 16, 2026

9am - 4pm

6 Credits

Trauma Treatment

$100

Managing Identities in Therapy During Political Trauma: Logotherapy, Existentialism, and Equity Wednesdae Reim Ifrach REAT, ATR-BC, ATCS, LPC, NCC, CLAT, RMT This interactive, graduate-level workshop examines the clinical, ethical, and existential challenges therapists face when working amid political trauma and systemic oppression.

Grounded in intersectionality, existential therapy, and Viktor Frankl’s logotherapy, the program explores how meaning-making, cultural humility, and ethical practice can support both therapists and clients—particularly those from marginalized communities. Participants engage in reflective exercises, case discussions, and applied techniques to navigate identity differences, implicit bias, shared oppression, and sustainability in practice while fostering resilience, purpose, and healing.

Date

Time

CECs

Series

Price

June 25, 2026

9am - 12pm

3 Credits

Clinical Skills

$75

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Expert Trainers Debra Borzellino, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor and AAMFT Clinical Fellow, has a career that has extended over 25 years. Deb is a trainer and presenter of Couples Therapy, Family of Origin, Family Systems Therapy, Birth Order and Vicarious Trauma. As the owner of Pieces That Fit, LLC., Deb provides couple, family, and individual therapy. Deb provides mentorship for AAMFT approved supervisor candidates and clinical consultation/supervision to associate and licensed professionals of all disciplines. Deb focuses on the professional development of the clinician, and traditional oversite of case review, interventions, case notes, treatment planning, ethical issues, and liability. Deb was also an Adjunct Professor at SCSU MFT Department and Albertus Magnus Business Department.

Tammy Dungan, Wellness Coach, After nearly 20 years of facilitating corporate training, conferences, and workshops at tech startups, Tammy left the industry in 2019 to launch a mobile stand-up paddleboard business. Shortly thereafter she was diagnosed with Lyme Disease and Spondyloarthritis. For three years she struggled to balance work, home and her autoimmune symptoms that landed her in a wheelchair. Frustrated and driven to make changes, she educated herself through holistic wellness courses, literature, and research to implement holistic lifestyle adjustments to successfully regain her strength, mobility, and well-being. Her struggles fueled her passion to serve women suffering from similar afflictions. The Limitless Ladies Network was launched in 2024 to empower ladies of our community to advocate for themselves and embrace a journey of holistic self-care. As a wounded warrior of sexual assault, she is also a passionate and proud board member of Soroptimist International of Willimantic and an avid advocate for educating women and young ladies to thrive.

Gina Ferrara is a master of Reiki and sound/vibration, and an Auricular Acupuncture Specialist. She supports others with simple tools toward empowerment and overall wellness. Through her business, Odonata Reiki Healing Arts, Gina offers courses, workshops, and presentations for personal development and inner self-care. Gina also provides healing sessions for individuals, couples, and groups. She is currently a teacher on the meditation app, Insight Timer.

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Dr. Lillian Gibson, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist often referred to as a “mood make-over” expert. She is a highly recommended speaker, consultant, and clinician due to her advanced assessment and treatment skills. Dr. Gibson takes pride in combining her vocational rehabilitation counseling, and clinical psychology expertise to help clients solve their problems through individual, group, or couples therapy for emotional healing and restoration. Her professional footprints include places such as Johns Hopkins and international research in South Africa. Dr. Gibson’s resume also includes gold star interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma, insomnia, nightmares, and chronic medical conditions. She is a multi-HBCU graduate from Southern University and A & M College and Jackson State University. Dr. Gibson is passionate about highlighting the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion within mental health services.

Thomas (Tom) M. Greaney, M.Ed., CCDP, LADC, has more than 25 years of experience as a master’s-level recovery counselor and is licensed in Connecticut. He specializes in strengths-based individual and group counseling and is certified to work with individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health diagnoses. Tom’s recent advocacy journalism focuses on eliminating stigmatizing language used to describe people with substance use and mental health conditions. He has been published more than 50 times in outlets including the Portland Press Herald, The Day, Counselor Magazine, and AddictionPro. Tom has presented three times at the Cape Cod Symposium and on behalf of organizations such as The Connecticut Women’s Consortium, the Connecticut Certification Board, and Health Communications Inc. He has also presented at the Gay International Coaches Conference and Springfield College, his graduate school alma mater.

Dr. Nancy Grechko is a licensed clinical psychologist and Founder of Grechko Training & Consulting. Besides providing direct clinical care in her community with Low Energy Neurofeedback, she offers supervision, consultation, and training for mental health professionals and organizations across disciplines. Dr. Grechko is committed to providing treatment, training, and mentorship that embody a holistic approach and are supported by research. She is best known for making even the most complex clinical concepts accessible so that practitioners can walk away with tangible tools to integrate into their practice.

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Meg McGrath is a consultant and educator with Queer & Trans Specialist, LLC, an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine, and a board member at Treat It Queer.

Previously, they served as the Behavioral Health Clinical Lead for Boston Medical Center’s GenderCare Center, where they provided therapy, conducted surgical referral assessments, and led system-wide training on gender-affirming care. Meg also worked as an integrated behavioral health provider in primary care and family medicine at Fenway Health, an LGBTQIA+ mission-driven health center, where they oversaw continuing education for an 85-person department and managed an advanced training program for graduate-level clinicians. In addition, they served as faculty for the National TransECHO program, supporting more than 50 participants across 20 health centers nationwide, including Puerto Rico and Hawaii. Meg is a co-author of a textbook chapter on gender identity emergence in adulthood and earned their Master of Social Work from Smith College School for Social Work.

Sara Merrick-Albano, C-IAYT is a yoga therapist who specializes in complex trauma, autoimmune conditions, and chronic pain. She is able to adapt yoga practices for complex co-occurring medical conditions, including mental health conditions, ensuring personalized care for each client to effectively manage symptoms. Sara provides a supportive and compassionate space for her clients to engage with a transformative felt experience that aligns with their goals. She sees clients via telehealth, and in Watertown and Trumbull.

Wednesdae Reim Ifrach REAT, ATR-BC, ATCS, LPC, NCC, CLAT, RMT is a trans/non-binary art therapist and counselor specializing in gender-affirming care, LGBTQ+ issues, trauma-informed practice, and eating disorder treatment equity. They co-own Rainbow Recovery, offering clinical counseling, supervision, and training across CT and PA, and teach mental health and social work courses at Moravian University. Wednesdae has led workshops and consultations for major organizations including MoMA, The National Alliance for Eating Disorders, and multiple state agencies. They founded the nation’s first 2SLGBTQIA+ eating disorder program and played a key role in passing Connecticut’s first Art Therapy License. Their current projects include work with the CT State DMHAS, MoMA, and national LGBTQ+ health and research initiatives.

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Beth Robins Roth, APRN, SEP, is a bilingual Family Nurse Practitioner and Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner. In 1993, she founded the MindfulnessBased Stress Reduction Program at the Community Health Center of Meriden, teaching meditation in English and Spanish for 21 years. In 2016, she launched Hummingbird Trauma Resolution, specializing in mindbody approaches to trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, and stress. Beth offers individual trauma healing, group programs in Somatic Experiencing®, and professional training for medical and mental health providers, substance abuse counselors, and non-profit staff in Connecticut and New York.

Hilary is a Reiki Master Teacher, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in training, 500-Hour Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Certified Postpartum Doula, and owner of Resonance Healing Arts. She has worked at the intersection of mental health and holistic healing for over a decade, highlighting alternative pathways to recovery and inspiring curiosity around our understanding of human suffering. Hilary combines her lived experience as a trauma-survivor with her professional training and expertise to inform and enrich her sessions, classes, and trainings. She is grateful for every opportunity to create spaces where authentic relating, healing, and growth can occur.

EILEEN M. RUSSO, M.A., is a licensed addiction counselor, a certified clinical supervisor, and an advanced certified alcohol and drug counselor (substance use and co-occurring disorders) who has worked in the addiction and mental health field for the past 39 years.

Ms. Russo also holds credentials as a relapse prevention specialist and a compassion fatigue educator. She has recently retired as Program Coordinator and Professor Emeritus for the Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counselor program with Gateway Community College in New Haven, CT. For the past 18 years, she has served as a trainer/consultant with The CT Women’s Consortium, the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, private agencies, and several states beyond Connecticut.

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Christine Saari, MA, C-IAYT is a certified yoga therapist, writer, and educator whose clinical work focuses on supporting individuals with anxiety, trauma, and the complex realities of living through and beyond cancer. A breast cancer survivor herself, Christine brings lived insight and clinical expertise to her work with clients navigating treatment, recovery, and survivorship. Her approach is deeply individualized, combining evidence-informed yoga practices with compassionate, presentcentered care. As co-founder of Yoga Therapy Associates and Director of ClinicAlly Trained, Christine is committed to integrating yoga therapy into clinical care and training the next generation of yoga professionals to work safely and skillfully with mental health and wellness concerns.

She leads continuing education approved through DMHAS, NASW-CT, NASW-NY, EMDRIA, and APA, as well as corporate wellness programs for healthcare providers. Christine contributes regularly to the Yoga Therapy Associates blog, translating research into practical strategies for both clients and clinicians. Learn more about her work at www. yogatherapyassociates.com/about and www.clinicallytrained.com.

David Tolin, Ph.D., 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 PastPresident 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 Awards for Distinguished Contribution to the Science of Psychology, Distinguished Contribution to the Practice of Psychology, and Lifetime Contribution to Psychology from the Connecticut Psychological Association. Dr. Tolin is the author of over 200 scientific journal articles, as well as several books, including Doing CBT: A Comprehensive Guide to Working with Behaviors, Thoughts, and Emotions, Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding and Face Your Fears: A Proven Plan to Beat Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, and Obsessions. Dr. Tolin has also featured on the reality TV series Hoarders, The OCD Project, and has been a recurring guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show.

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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 Individuals, 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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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).

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