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Please Join Us for a 4-Day Retreatin Erie, Pennsylvania!!!!Thursday MAY 19 - Sunday MAY 222022Open toEMDRIA ApprovedEMDR TherapistsThe Whole Therapist:Integrating Knowledge & Healing forTransformation in an Intensive Retreat SettingPresented By:Anna J. Monaco, LCSW-R, RPT / Ann Beckley-Forest, LCSW-R, RPT-S / Elizabeth Davis, M.S., MFA, ATRBC, LCAT / Nicole Wolasz,LCSW-R / Melissa LaVigne, LCSW, RPT, RYT / Erin K. Bastow, M.S. LPC, NCCWhy We Think You Should Come:Being a trauma therapist can be tough and connection with one another is so important. This retreat is aboutlearning in a way that allows us to go deeper & gain new information, make new connections, receive somecare, and discover that we are not alone in our journey. The goal of this therapy retreat is to feel rejuvenatedand armed with tools and knowledge to be helpful in your work with clients.Workshop Description:This advanced retreat-style workshop will teachspecialized topics such as EMDR & TherapeuticWriting, Polyvagal Theory (Regulation from theinside out), “The Future Self” that will includeMotivational Interviewing & a Mindful Movie,Sandtray, and Innovative Expressive DreamExploration. This workshop will teach PreparationPhase strategies to prepare for the complexities oftreating trauma, as well as strategies for theDesensitization Phase andFuture Template for EMDR.This retreat is a two-foldexperience.Participantswill learn new methods ofworking with clients, as wellas to engage in a Practicumaround their own traumatichistory.You will leave this retreat with a creative toolbox oftips, and a clear understanding of how important itis tailor your work with clients with the use ofspecialized techniques and the confidence andcompetence needed to make a difference in thelives of many.Each day has been carefully planned to allow timefor learning, hands on experiential learning, andself-reflection (your ownprocess of healing).You will also come homewith a Toolbox of CreativeIntervention to use in allPhases of EMDR.
The Whole Therapist: Integrating Knowledge & Healing for TransformationInstructorsAnna J. Monaco , LCSW-R, RPT isa Licensed Clinical Social Worker,EMDR Trainer and a faculty memberof the Child Trauma Institute andtravels extensively throughout theUS and Asia teaching EMDR andspecialty areas including children,teens attachment and dissociation.Elizabeth Davis MFA, MS, ATRBC, LCAT is a board certified,licensed art therapist with over 20years' experience in the field ofcreative arts therapy and trauma.Her approach integrates themodalities of Art Therapy, EMDRt h e ra p y, S e n s o r i m o t o rPsychotherapy, mindfulness and playtherapy. Currently Elizabeth servesas Director of the Trauma Institute &Child Trauma Institute satellite in theBuffalo, NY.Elizabeth's focus isintegrating creative and expressivemodalities into the treatment ofcomplex trauma Additionally she isinvolved in training, consultation,and intensive trauma therapy.Elizabeth is EMDR certified, aconsultant and trainer for TI&CTI inNorthampton, MA.Ann Beckley-Forest, LCSW-R ,RPT-S is a private practitioner inBuffalo, NY who has given trainingsin the U.S. and Asia, an ApprovedProvider of Play Therapy and iscertified in EMDR, a faculty memberof the Child Trauma Institute andwrites and trains about theintersection of play therapy andEMDR.Melissa LaVigne, LCSW,RPT,RYT200 is a clinical socialworker, play therapist and yogateacher who works to integratethese tools into her work withclients. Melissa is certified in EMDRand PC, she has honed these skillsproviding intensive traumatherapy to children, families andadults at the Trauma Institute andChild Trauma Institute.Nicole E. Wolasz, LCSW-R, is aprivate practitioner in Buffalo NY.Nicole is a faculty member of theChild Trauma Institute, and anApproved EMDR Consultant. Nicoleworks extensively with Western NYagencies in training staff all creatinga trauma-informed culture. Nicoleprovides trauma training throughthe US & specializes in her work withadolescents.Erin Bastow, MS, LPC, NCC is theClinical Training Supervisor atHarborcreek Youth Services, apsychiatric residential treatmentfacility for adolescents in Erie, PA.Erin is a certified practitioner ofEMDR and a Consultant in Training.2019 marked the 10 yearanniversary of Writers' Group, theexpressive writing therapy groupErin developed and continues toprovide weekly at Harborcreek. TheWestern New York Regional EMDRNetwork awarded Erin the 2019Pioneer Award for her work tointegrate expressive writing withEMDR therapy.
The Whole Therapist: Integrating Knowledge & Healing for TransformationScheduleSaturday, May 21, 2022Thursday, May 19, 2022:Arrival Day7:30am-8:00am7:30am-8:00am3pm-5pm: We will begin our time together on thebeautiful Presque Isle State Park. It is during thistime that we will join in creating our vision for notonly the weekend, but our future. The Future SelfIntervention with Annie Monaco, LCSW-R.8:008:30am-12:00pmFor those who choose, we have planned an informalmeet and greet at 5:30pm-6:30pm in Room 130 atthe Courtyard day, May 20, 20227:30am-8:00am7:30am -8:00am8:00am8:30am-12:00pm12pm-1pm:1pm-5:00pmYoga at Courtyard Marriott:outdoor space or meeting atPresque Isle (45 Minutes) (noCE credits offered)Morning Meditation atCourtyard Marriott (no CEcredits offered)Coffee & BreakfastLecture, Demonstration andPractice (midmorning break)The Future Self (Resourcing)LunchLecture, Demonstration andPractice (afternoon break)Polyvagal TheoryClosing Technique each day!Dinner on your ownYoga at Courtyard MarriottMeditation at CourtyardMarriott (no CE creditsoffered)Coffee & BreakfastLecture, Demonstration andPractice (midmorning break)EMDR & Therapeutic WritingLunch3pm: Book sale, EssentialOils, JewelryLecture, Demonstration andPractice (afternoon break)Sand TrayClosing TechniqueDinner on your ownSunday, May 22, itation at CourtyardMarriott (no CE creditsoffered)Coffee & BreakfastLecture, Demonstration andPractice (midmorning break);Developing Insight throughExpressive Dream ExplorationLight LunchCLOSINGObjectivesŸ Participants will describe the mechanism ofŸŸŸŸŸincorporating motivational strategies such as “FutureSelf” to enhance investment in trauma work.Participants will practice how to produce a digitalproject (including images, music and affirmations) tohelp clients enhance and install the image of theFuture Self as a resource in preparation phase.Participants will describe how the use of sandtray cancomplement EMDR processing by offering a space forcognitive and affective shifts to interweave withprocessing in phases 4-6.Participants will practice a prompt for resolvingblocking beliefs in the sandtray and use reflectionquestions within the metaphor of the tray.Explain the ways in which therapeutic expressivewriting has been utilized within the 8 Phases of EMDRtherapyPractice three ways to apply therapeutic writing inthe Preparation and Desensitization phase of EMDR.Ÿ Outline how therapeutic or expressive writing can beimplemented into their current practice.Ÿ Develop an understanding of how nervous systemŸŸŸŸimpacts treatment, emotional regulation, and internalawareness.Develop an understanding of the Polyvagal Theory,its impact on emotional regulation and internalawareness and how this affects trauma resolution.Develop tools and strategies to integrate PolyvagalTheory into the eight phases of EMDR.Participants will practice a technique to help developself-reflective skills through analysis of dreams andpeak experiences.Participants will explain how to integrate simpleexpressive movements when working with client'sstories to help engage emotional awareness and buildclarity.
The Whole Therapist: Integrating Knowledge & Healing for TransformationFees and Registration InformationParticipants must have completed an EMDRIA approved basic EMDR training course.Fees include: registration, morning breaks,handouts and lunch.FEES: 725.00 (Early Bird by 4/5/22) 799.00 (4/5/22 or later)Please Register oriesAny questions, please send an email to:Monaco.training.center@gmail.comPlease state: “The Whole Therapist” in the subjectline of the email.Refunds and Cancellations. There will beno refunds upon start of the program. There will bea 100 cancellation fee for those canceling 30 orfewer days prior to the start of the workshop. Morethan 30 days to the start of the program, there willbe a 50 cancellation fee.Location: Bayfront Convention Center, Erie,PennsylvaniaADA Needs: If you require support for yourADA needs, please contact Nicole Wolasz, LCSWR(nicolewolasz@gmail.com) 3 weeks prior to thestart of the retreat. Please write “Whole Therapist”in the subject line of the email.Visitor Information: www.visiterie.comLodging is the responsibility ofparticipants (see next page).Continuing EducationThis program is co-sponsored by Anna J. Monaco, LCSW-R, and The Institute for Continuing Education.The Conference offers a total of 16.00 contact hours, with full attendance required.Partial CE credit is not offered. 18.5 EMDRIA CE’s approved: #18007-10.There is no additional fee to make application for CE credit. Application forms and other required CE materials will beavailable on site.If you have questions regarding the program, continuing education, learning objectives forpresentations, or faculty, contact The Institute at: 800-557-1950 / email: instconted@aol.comNOTE: To receive continuing education credit, applicants must complete all CE materials, sign in/out at designatedlocations, and submit an evaluation form for the sessions attended.NOTE: It is the responsibility of the attendee to determine if CE credit offered by The Institute for ContinuingEducation meets the regulations of their state licensing/certification board.Psychology: The Institute for Continuing Education isapproved by the American Psychological Association (APA)to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. TheInstitute for Continuing Education maintains responsibilityfor this program and its content.Counseling: For counselors seeking credit, The Institutefor Continuing Education will submit a co-sponsorshipapplication to NBCC for this program. This website will beupdated regarding approval.New York: The Institute for Continuing Education isrecognized by the New York State Education Department'sState Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approvedprovider of continuing education for licensed mental healthcounselors. Provider MHC-0016.Social Work: Application for social work continuingeducation credit has been submitted. This website will beupdated regarding approval.New York: The Institute for Continuing Education isrecognized by the New York State Education Department'sState Board for Social Work as an approved provider ofcontinuing education for licensed social workers, ProviderSW-0025.Marriage/Family Therapy: The Institute for ContinuingEducation is recognized by the New York State EducationDepartment's State Board for Marriage-Family Therapy asan approved provider of continuing education for licensedMFTs, Provider MH-0012.Non-Credit Events:Breakfast, Dinner, Meet/Greet, Morning Meditation / Yoga.Skills Level:Participants must have completed anEMDRIA approved Basic EMDR training course.Instructional Methodology:May include lecture,demonstration, audio/visual, experiential practice oftechniques, large and small group discussion, role play.
The Whole Therapist: Integrating Knowledge & Healing for TransformationLodgingParticipants are asked to complete lodging using this link for the Courtyard Marriott Bayfront reservation-link.mi?id 1624638846570&key GRP&app resvlinkShould you have questions regarding lodging, please contact Nicole Wolasz nicolewolasz@gmail.comCourtyard Erie Bayfront2 Sassafras PierErie, Pennsylvania 16507 USAPRESQUE ISLESTATE PARKCourtyard byMARRIOTTERIEPENNSYLVANIAIntegratingKnowledge andHealing forTransformationThe Whole Therapist
inside out), “The Future Self” that will include Motivational Interviewing & a Mindful Movie, Sandtray, and Innovative Expressive Dream Exploration. This workshop will teach Preparation Phase strategies to prepare for the complexities of treating trauma, as well as strategies fo
