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Upcoming Events
September 25-26, 2010
Transforming the Somatic Aspects of Grief UC Berkeley Extension Special Guest Lecture: Deborah Antinori, Brain Spotting: Your Brain on Grief This 2 day (12 hour) seminar on Transforming Somatic Grief is part of The Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief. All workshops are approved for CEU's for LCSWs, MFTs, RNs, and psychologists (APA). These classes are not recommended for the newly bereaved. PHONE: (510) 643-3883 FAX: (510) 643-0599 E-MAIL: jmt@unex.berkeley.edu counspsych@unex.berkeley.edu URL: www.unex.berkeley.edu
October 8, 2010
"Degriefing": Transforming Grief in Professional Practice and Personal Life Helping your clients through the process of complicated grief and the losses that complicate their lives. In this workshop you will learn the mental, emotional and physical effects of grief, learn skillful, verbal tools to “language” grief, integrate tools and techniques for the transformation of grief. Learn to efficiently hold psychic and somatic space and prevent bereavement overload, burnout and compassion fatique. Medford, Oregon: One day professional seminar. CEUs: Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, MFTs Contact: info@mhren.org or 541-773-7503
October 10-14, 2010
Degriefing Level I Certification 5 Day Training
Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The training is carefully designed to both encourage personal growth and professional expertise. The teaching modality alternates theoretical presentations with experiential sessions to fully address the comprehension and integration of the knowledge that Degriefing presents. My esteemed colleague Antonio Sausys will be offering the somatic vehicle for integration, 'Yoga for Grief Relief', demonstrating the premise that "grief is the most available, untapped emotional resource for personal transformation". Pre-registration and phone interview are required. This course is not recommended for the newly bereaved. CEU's are available for: California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists...and those applying for Thanatology Credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education & Counseling). Tuition is $1500.00 (all training materials are included). One partial scholarship available. Ask about the 10% early bird discount. Inquire now; space limited 415-457-2272
November 8-December 13, 2010
Cultivating Balance: A Six Week Journey for Helping Professionals Zen Hospice Project San Francisco, Mondays 6-8 PM Preregistration telephone interview required for admission (space limited). Please email or call Lyn at 415-457-2272 or Rev. Jennifer Block jblock@zenhospice.org 415-863-2910. Group facilitators: Rev. Jennifer Block, Education Director and Chaplain, and Lyn Prashant, Degriefing Founder. In this six week workshop for professional caregivers, we will practice compassionately holding psychic and somatic space while preventing bereavement overload, burnout and compassion fatigue. We will work with the mental, emotional and physical effects of grief; practice skillful, verbal tools to "language" grief; and explore integrative therapies for transforming the accumulating burden of grief often experienced by caregivers.
November 12-14, 2010Degriefing for Massage Therapists and Hands-On Healthcare Professionals 16 Hour Seminar California Pacific Medical Center Grief-related problems are often unrecognized and remain unaddressed by today’s overtaxed healthcare system. This weekend seminar takes place Friday evening 6:00 PM to Sunday at 5:00 PM. The seminar led by grief counselor and massage teacher Lyn Prashant is designed to provide massage therapists and ‘hands-on’ professionals with information, skills and resources to better understand work with the somatic grief process. Please bring a photograph of a lost loved one, massage cream, a set of sheets (and your table if possible.) CEUs: Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, MFTs, & Massage Therapists Pre-registration interview is required. Space is limited for this 16 hour class. Call or email: lyn@degriefing.com/415-457-2272
November 21, 2010, 1:00-4:00 PM
Grief Support Group - Degriefing During the Holiday Season The holidays can be extremely challenging for individuals dealing with grief. Learn new coping skills and receive support after loss. Modest fee. Call Lyn at 415-457-2272 for interview
February 19-26, 2011
Degriefing Level II Certification 5 Day Training (40hr) Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Level II training is intended to deepen the knowledge presented in Level I and increase student’s range of skills and confidence with regards to grief awareness and the techniques employed for the transformation of somatic grief. Specifically focused didactic and experiential exercises will be practiced. The application of therapeutically pragmatic modalities based on the exploration of students’ case studies will be reviewed and refined. Preregistration interview is necessary for admission. Written paper and examination required for certification. CEU's are available for California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists and for those applying for Thanatology credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education and Counseling). Tuition is $1650.00 (all materials included). Ask about the early bird discount.
February 25-27, 2011
Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief 3-Day Symposium UC Berkeley Extension: Department of Behavioral Sciences Designed for professionals who work with people who have experienced loss and grief, the Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief provides skills to advance their learning in this specialized area of practice. Participants will gain an understanding of current issues in the field of loss and grief counseling and will be better able to make assessments and informed referrals. info@unex.berkeley.edu (510) 642-4111
March 12-16, 2011
Degriefing Level I Certification 5 Day Training
San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Call for details. The training is carefully designed to both encourage personal growth and professional expertise. The teaching modality alternates theoretical presentations with experiential sessions to fully address the comprehension and integration of the knowledge that Degriefing presents. My esteemed colleague Antonio Sausys will be offering the somatic vehicle for integration, 'Yoga for Grief Relief', demonstrating the premise that "grief is the most available, untapped emotional resource for personal transformation". Pre-registration and phone interview are required. This course is not recommended for the newly bereaved. CEU's are available for: California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists...and those applying for Thanatology Credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education & Counseling). Tuition is $1500.00 (all training materials are included). Ask about the 10% early bird discount. Inquire now; space limited 415-457-2272
May 28-June 1, 2011
Degriefing Level I Certification 5 Day Training
Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The training is carefully designed to both encourage personal growth and professional expertise. The teaching modality alternates theoretical presentations with experiential sessions to fully address the comprehension and integration of the knowledge that Degriefing presents. My esteemed colleague Antonio Sausys will be offering the somatic vehicle for integration, 'Yoga for Grief Relief', demonstrating the premise that "grief is the most available, untapped emotional resource for personal transformation". Pre-registration and phone interview are required. This course is not recommended for the newly bereaved. CEU's are available for: California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists...and those applying for Thanatology Credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education & Counseling). Tuition is $1500.00 (all training materials are included). Ask about the 10% early bird discount. Inquire now; space limited 415-457-2272 Past Events
June 18-20, 2010: Degriefing for Massage Therapists & ‘Hands–On’ ProfessionalsCalifornia Pacific Medical Center Pacific Campus Grief-related problems are often unrecognized and remain unaddressed by today’s overtaxed healthcare system. This weekend seminar takes place Friday evening to Sunday at 4:30 PM. The seminar led by renowned grief counselor and massage teacher Lyn Prashant is designed to provide massage therapists and ‘hands-on’ professionals with information, skills and resources to better understand work with the somatic grief process. Please bring a photograph of a lost loved one, massage cream, a set of sheets (and your table if possible.) CEUs: Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, MFTs, & Massage Therapists Pre-registration interview is required. Space is limited for this 16 hour class. Call or email: lyn@degriefing.com/415-457-2272
April 28, 2010 8:00-10:00 AM: Transforming Grief: In Professional Practice and Personal Life
7th Annual Palliative Education Day Saint Mary’s Medical Center San Francisco 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM St. Mary's Hall 2255 Hayes Street, Room H2-7 Contact: Connie Borden cborden@chw.edu
April 15, 2010, 3:00-5:00 PM: Professional Grief Caregiver’s Network Presentation: ‘Transforming Grief with Degriefing’
Bay Area Jewish Healing Center and Sinai Memorial Chapel 415-750-3435
March 26, 2010, 5:00-8:30 PM: Degriefing Graduate Reunion/Open House
San Francisco Open to all graduates of the Degriefing 5 Day Certification trainings. This is a time to gather, brainstorm regarding case studies, and find support in the group of graduates from Levels I & II. Come and join us to talk, strategize about your work and the application of Degriefing in Professional Practice and Personal Life. Refreshments served. Please RSVP, request details/location
February 26-28, 2010: Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief
3-Day Symposium UC Berkeley Extension: Department of Behavioral Sciences Designed for professionals who work with people who have experienced loss and grief, the Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief provides skills to advance their learning in this specialized area of practice. Participants will gain an understanding of current issues in the field of loss and grief counseling and will be better able to make assessments and informed referrals. info@unex.berkeley.edu (510) 642-4111
February 19-21, 2010: Degriefing for Massage Therapists & ‘Hands–On’ ProfessionalsCalifornia Pacific Medical Center Pacific Campus Grief-related problems are often unrecognized and remain unaddressed by today’s overtaxed healthcare system. This weekend seminar takes place Friday evening to Sunday at 4:00 PM. The seminar led by renowned grief counselor and massage teacher Lyn Prashant is designed to provide massage therapists and ‘hands-on’ professionals with information, skills and resources to better understand work with the somatic grief process. Please bring a photograph of a lost loved one, massage cream, a set of sheets (and your table if possible.) CEUs: Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers, MFTs, & Massage Therapists Pre-registration interview is required. Space is limited for this 16 hour class. Call or email: lyn@degriefing.com/415-457-2272 June 26-28, 2009: Degriefing® for Massage Therapists & Hands-On Professionals
Date: June 26-28, 2009
Location: CPMC Pacific Campus
Time: Friday 6-9 PM, Saturday 9 AM-4:30 PM, Sunday 9 AM-4:30 PM
CEUs: Nurses, psychologists, social workers, MFTs, & massage therapists
Registration: Pre-registration is required. Space is limited for this 16 hour class.
Call Lyn @ 415-457-2272 or email lyn@degriefing.com
May 29, 2009: 'Healing our Hearts', one day seminar and community event
Brookings, Oregon May 29th, 2009
Contact Jeannine Barnard
541-469-9112 or 866-469-9112
May 23-27, 2009:
Level I Degriefing Certification Training (40 hr.)
Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The training is carefully designed to both encourage personal growth and professional expertise. The teaching modality alternates theoretical presentations with experiential sessions to fully address the comprehension and integration of the knowledge that Degriefing presents. My esteemed colleague Antonio Sausys will be offering the somatic vehicle for integration, 'Yoga for Grief Relief', demonstrating the premise that "grief is the most available untapped resource for personal transformation". Pre-registration and interview are required. This course is not recommended for the newly bereaved. CEU's are available for: California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists...and those applying for Thanatology Credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education & Counseling). Tuition is $1500.00 (all training materials included). Ask about the early bird discount.
May 2-6, 2009: Level II Degriefing Certification Training (40 hr.)
Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Level II training is intended to deepen the knowledge presented in Level I and increase student’s range of skills and confidence with regards to grief awareness and the techniques employed for the transformation of somatic grief. Specifically focused didactic and experiential exercises will be practiced. The application of therapeutically pragmatic modalities based on the exploration of students’ case studies will be reviewed and refined. Preregistration and an interview is necessary for admission. Written paper and examination required for certification. CEU's are available for California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists and for those applying for Thanatology credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education and Counseling). Tuition is $1600.00 (all materials included). Ask about the early bird discount.
February 27, 28, March 1st , 2009: Symposium at UC Berkeley
This 3 Day (18 hour) seminar includes a Degriefing segment on Transforming Somatic Grief University of California, Berkeley Extension. Required CEU class is part of The Professional Program in the Study of Loss and Grief. All workshops are approved for CEU's for LCSWs, MFTs, RNs, and psychologists (APA). These classes are not recommended for the newly bereaved. FAX: (510) 643-0599 E-MAIL: jmt@unex.berkeley.edu counspsych@unex.berkeley.edu URL: www.unex.berkeley.edu
February 26, 2009: Degriefing: A Caregivers Quest for Healing™
One-hour Tele-Interview with Counseling Experts in Private Practice Interviewee: Lyn Prashant Interviewer: Dr. Sally Gelardin January 13, 2009: California Pacific Medical Center-Institute for Health and Healing Presentation: Working with Grief in the Hospital Setting Topic: Degriefing® Audience: Multidisciplinary Trainees, Interns and Program Supervisors Integrative Medical Education, CPMC, San Francisco, CA 94115 www.myhealthandhealing.org 415.600.HEAL (4325) October 11-15, 2008:
Level I Degriefing National Certification Training (40 hr.)
Held in the San Francisco Bay Area. The training is carefully designed to both encourage personal growth and professional expertise. The teaching modality alternates theoretical presentations with experiential sessions to fully address the comprehension and integration of the knowledge that Degriefing presents. My esteemed colleague Antonio Sausys will be offering the somatic vehicle for integration, 'Yoga for Grief Relief', demonstrating the premise that "grief is the most available untapped resource for personal transformation". Pre-registration and interview are required. This course is not recommended for the newly bereaved. CEU's are available for: California Nurses, MFT's, Social Workers and Psychologists...and those applying for Thanatology Credits through ADEC (Association of Death Education & Counseling). October 3-5, 2008: International
Yoga Therapy Conference, Degriefing Presentation: Transforming Somatic
Grief Marin County, California www.yogatherapyconference.com September 13, 2008:
Understanding and Transforming Somatic Grief, The Professional Program
in the Study of Loss and Grief
University of California, Berkeley Extension These classes are approved for CEU’s: LCSWs, MFTs, RNs, and Psychologists (APA). These classes are not recommended for the newly bereaved. August 8, 2008: Presentation Degriefing: Normalizing Grief, Noon to 2:00PM Monterey Chapter of Marriage and Family Therapists Tarypys Roadhouse, Highway 68, Del Rey Oaks (Monterey, CA) Audience: MSW's, MFT's, and Trainees and Interns Degriefing manual: The Art of Transforming Grief available for purchase. Contact: Deborah Jacroux, Program Chair, MC-CAMFT 831-238-7107
May 2, 2008: Degriefing: A Caregivers Quest for Healing™
Presentation at Association of Death Education and Counseling 30th Annual Conference, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montréal, Québec, Canada
November 13-17, 2007: Miner's Colfax Medical Center, Raton, New Mexico: 'Healing Our Hearts' Community Degriefing Event
Lyn was invited to present this 4 day event to raise awareness and promote healing, through offering community education and Degriefing tools regarding loss and the transformation of grief. Presentations were held at the convention center, local hospital, the long term care facility and the public high school to address the issues of loss in this small rural community near the Colorado border. Seminar attendees included the mayor's office, local police and fire personnel and various community professionals accompanied by nurses, doctors, medical staff, guidance counselors, teachers and administrators. Private sessions were offered to grieving local residents. Concluding this 4 day event a gathering of families attended a ritual, honoring the residents of the Raton area with a lovely candle lighting ceremony. Lyn read the names of those deceased over the last 10 years as the sun was setting. Hearts were touched and lives were honored as we normalized grief's effects by working together to 'Heal our Hearts'.
September 16, 2007: Degriefing Applied: Caregiver's Quest for Healing™ Seminar
Held at the California Pacific Medical Center Pacific Heights Campus. The content of this valuable seminar is based on Lyn's Keynote presentation at the 12th Annual Alzheimer Conference, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota. In our fast paced world, learn to practice efficient self care, recognize the early warning signs of burnout, compassion fatigue and bereavement overload, and transform the somatic aspects of the grief: both our own and of the individuals we work with. This one day, 7 hour CEU seminar is offered on different days of the week to accommodate the schedules of busy working professionals in the San Francisco Bay area. $150.00 including handout booklet. The Degriefing Manual: The Art of Transforming Grief suggested for purchase. » Download the flyer for this event
September 8, 2007: Degriefing Applied: Caregiver's Quest for Healing™ Seminar
Held at Abington Memorial Hospital, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania. Degriefing presentation to the hospital staff and members of Safe Harbor
May 18, 2007: Degriefing and Yoga for Grief Relief.
Lecture presented by Lyn Prashant and Antonio Sausys (the producer of the Second Annual International Yogatherapy Conference) being held in San Rafael, California
April 24-31, 2007: Hospice of San Miguel de Allende, Gto, Mexico: Degriefing Bi-Lingual Hospice Staff Training
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