We are excited to welcome a diverse audience to this innovative training on November 12th 2014 in Albany.
We will learn with Patricia O'Gorman, PhD about how to heal from trauma through techniques explored in her book, Healing Trauma Through Self Parenting. After lunch (provided) we will engage with Chrys Ballerano for an experiential workshop learning about the practice of using restorative rhythms for self-reflection and connecting meaningfully with others.
Patricia O'Gorman, PhD. is a psychologist in private practice and author of 9 books including:
Patricia is noted for her work with women, trauma, victims rights, mental health, and substance abuse where she has served as a consultant to organizations. She is a co-founder of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics. She is a noted speaker, has served as former interim Executive Director of The Reach Center, Hudson, NY, and Director, Division of Prevention, National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Currently, Patricia also serves on the NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault Board of Directors.
Chrys Ballerano works with the NYS Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NYSCASA) directing the Building Connections: Sexual Assault & Mental Health Project and has been leading healing circles for decades throughout the northeast, using rhythm to foster connection among participants and invite self-examination, discovery and reflection. Chrys is also a certified Holistic Health Coach and Yoga Instructor who has been working in the field of trauma and recovery for over 17 years.
Books will be available for sale.
For questions, please contact Chrys Ballerano at NYSCASA cballerano@nyscasa.org 518-482-4222 x308 or Deb Faust at MHANYS dfaust@mhanys.org 518-434-0439 x221. We can also send you a registration form to use if you prefer to pay by check or money order rather than make an online payment. Thanks for spreading the word about this event! Please indicate if you have any special dietary or other needs upon registration. Thank you! WEDNESDAY November 12, 2014 Beltrone Living Center Lakeview Restaurant 6 Winners Circle, Albany, NY 12205 (518) 459-2711 -- Sorry, Registration is Now Closed --
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