consultation
virtual + group + individual
Participating in both individual and group consultations is crucial for the advancement of our careers as mental health professionals. This comprehensive process not only fosters deep self-reflection but also aids in cultivating a broader understanding of various psychotherapy techniques, from cognitive-behavioral approaches to humanistic methods. Moreover, these consultations provide the invaluable opportunity to receive guidance and feedback from seasoned colleagues, who enrich our learning through their diverse experiences and insights.
Angela, a recognized authority in the field, is a CAMFT-approved continuing education provider (CEPA #29074). She offers a variety of consultation groups and workshops tailored to meet the needs of mental health practitioners at different stages of their careers. Each session is designed to not only facilitate skill development but also to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs), enabling participants to fulfill their professional requirements while enhancing their therapeutic practice. Through her programs, professionals gain practical tools and techniques that can be immediately applied in their work, fostering both personal and professional growth.
Writing From The Inside OuT
Unearth your creative unconscious to craft compelling clinical vignettes that transform your approach to therapy, enhancing both the in-session experience and your overall therapeutic practice. This group is specifically tailored for licensed and pre-licensed clinicians eager to explore a rich tapestry of embodied, creative, and analytic psychotherapy techniques.
Here, you will find a nurturing space for consultation that fosters growth, development, and enhancement of your existing psychotherapy framework.
Engaging in the act of writing allows you to uncover insights and emotions that lurk just beneath your conscious awareness. As we come together to write and discuss in a collaborative environment, our senses sharpen, and we become more attuned to our vulnerabilities. This shared experience can pave the way for deeper insights and a more genuine, responsive understanding of therapeutic techniques, ultimately enriching your capacity to connect with and support your clients.
Creativity & Countertransference: Leveraging the Therapist's Experience as a Therapeutic Strategy
This comprehensive group is designed to enhance your clinical skills and broaden your understanding of treating complex cases by thoughtfully integrating somatic and psychoanalytic theories and techniques. Participants will engage in a transformative learning experience emphasizing the importance of emotional awareness in therapy. We explore how your feelings and experiences can serve as valuable tools to understand and support your clients.
The group incorporates in-depth case presentations where participants discuss their unique challenges and insights. Each case discussion encourages constructive feedback and collaborative dialogue, allowing you to gain multiple perspectives on your clinical work. Additionally, we study carefully selected readings that complement our discussions, providing theoretical frameworks and practical applications that can be directly applied in your practice.
This group aims to deepen your therapeutic approach by fostering an environment of reflection and exploration. It will equip you with the skills to navigate the complexities of human emotions and enhance your effectiveness as a clinician. Join this journey of professional growth and personal discovery as we learn to integrate our feelings into our practice in a meaningful way.
Resolving Resistance
This monthly workshop is tailored for clinicians and helping professionals eager to be introduced to modern psychoanalytic approaches, with a particular emphasis on treating eating disorders. Each session will include a case presentation, followed by an engaging group discussion that fosters the exchange of ideas and insights among participants.
In addition, you will be introduced to carefully selected readings that complement our discussions, enriching your knowledge of therapeutic techniques. Throughout the workshops, participants will discover how modern psychoanalysis effectively addresses resistance—an often challenging aspect of therapy—by employing compassionate and integrative methods. This supportive environment will empower you to help patients navigate their struggles and move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
In my individual consultations, I focus on the concept of countertransference as a fundamental component that enriches the therapeutic journey. Countertransference refers to the emotional reactions that therapists experience in response to their clients, and I believe that these feelings play a pivotal role in the healing process. I guide clinicians in cultivating a deeper awareness of their emotional responses, encouraging them to trust these intuitions rather than viewing them as obstacles.
Through this exploration, therapists learn to consider their countertransference not just as a signal of their own emotional landscape, but as a resonant tool that can enhance their therapeutic effectiveness. By recognizing the value of these emotional experiences, therapists can better empathize with their clients, leading to a more profound understanding of the clients' struggles and motivations.
This approach equips clinicians to engage with their clients on a deeper emotional level, fostering a therapeutic alliance that is rich with authenticity. As therapists learn to navigate their feelings and utilize them constructively, they can create a safe space for clients to explore their own emotions, ultimately transforming the therapeutic process into a shared journey of growth and healing.
Individual Consultation
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