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Oct
26
Fri
Building Permanency in Neurobiological Change @ Gila River Health Care
Oct 26 @ 4:00 am – 6:00 am

Focus: Action methods for the internalized/ traumatized child

Trainer: Debra Wingo Gion, LPC, PAT, CGP

Debra is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, has been a Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama for 25 years. She is also a nationally Certified Group Practitioner through the American Group Psychotherapy Association. She has worked in private practice settings, residential treatment centers and has worked in Canada with First Nations people as well as with the Gila River RBHA clients. She has been doing Trauma Recovery Work for 25 years, both individually and in groups. Debra incorporates her creativity, humor and calm, grounded manner in her work with clients and colleagues. She is excited to have just applied to work on her Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in Psychodrama to become a national Trainer.

Oct
30
Tue
Neurobiology of Trauma @ Gila River Health Care
Oct 30 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Focus: How action methods make inroads toward change

Trainer: Debra Wingo Gion, LPC, PAT, CGP

Debra is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, has been a Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama for 25 years. She is also a nationally Certified Group Practitioner through the American Group Psychotherapy Association. She has worked in private practice settings, residential treatment centers and has worked in Canada with First Nations people as well as with the Gila River RBHA clients. She has been doing Trauma Recovery Work for 25 years, both individually and in groups. Debra incorporates her creativity, humor and calm, grounded manner in her work with clients and colleagues. She is excited to have just applied to work on her Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in Psychodrama to become a national Trainer.

Nov
6
Tue
Building Permanency in Neurobiological Change @ Gila River Health Care
Nov 6 @ 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Focus: Action methods for the internalized/ traumatized child

Trainer: Debra Wingo Gion, LPC, PAT, CGP

Debra is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, has been a Certified Practitioner of Psychodrama for 25 years. She is also a nationally Certified Group Practitioner through the American Group Psychotherapy Association. She has worked in private practice settings, residential treatment centers and has worked in Canada with First Nations people as well as with the Gila River RBHA clients. She has been doing Trauma Recovery Work for 25 years, both individually and in groups. Debra incorporates her creativity, humor and calm, grounded manner in her work with clients and colleagues. She is excited to have just applied to work on her Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in Psychodrama to become a national Trainer.

Feb
13
Wed
Building Connections: Using Sociometry to Expand Support Systems @ Arizona Inn - Tucson Room
Feb 13 @ 10:00 pm – Feb 14 @ 1:00 am



PRE-REGISTER by FEB 6

Healthy relationships and support are key to recovery from addictions and trauma. JL Moreno (founder of Psychodrama) created a science called “Sociometry- the quantitative study of interpersonal relationships especially that of preferences. This presentation will provide practical application of one sociometric tool, the social atom, for the clinical assessment of client support systems. Participants will practice creating their own social atom as well as facilitating the psychodramatic technique of role reversal. Role reversal creates and deepens empathy, enhances relationships and assists in healthy decision-making and boundary setting – all necessary components of developing a working recovery support system. Sociometry will also be used to facilitate a novel networking opportunity prior to the presentation.

Objectives:
Define the terms “Sociometry”, “role reversal” and “social atom.”
Utilize the social atom for clinical assessment of client support systems.
Apply the psychodramatic technique of role reversal in clinical practice.

Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS, Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, is an adjunct faculty of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute and leading expert in couples, addictions, and childhood sexual abuse treatment. Her latest book is titled, 12 Healing Steps for Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse; A Practical Guide. As a sought after speaker and consultant, Adena has presented to and trained hundreds of mental health and allied professionals across the globe on sexual abuse and its relation to substance/process addictions, dissociation and eating disorders. Adena has been studying and directing psychodramas since 1989. Now that she has successfully launched her son to college, she is thrilled to be on the way to certification by next year.

Dr. Marlo Archer, CP, PAT, is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute, a licensed psychologist and a Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in psychodrama. Psychodrama students may receive up to 160 of their training hours from a PAT. Marlo Archer is an approved provider for NAADAC, NBCC, and NRCGP.

CE Credit:
2 Continuing Education Credits available:
MFT, LCSW as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Approval #PCE3587.
Sierra Tucson is a provider approved by NAADAC. Approved Education Provider Program, Provider #471 for 2 Contact Hours.
RN as required by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Approval #CEP 12719.
Psychologists – This program is co-sponsored by Sierra Tucson and Prescott House. Sierra Tucson is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists; Sierra Tucson maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Mar
24
Sun
SPRING TRAINING TRAINING – Cultural Diversity @ Inner-Work Counseling
Mar 24 @ 10:30 pm – Mar 25 @ 1:30 am

Train for 3 hours daily before running off to enjoy Arizona’s Cactus League Baseball. March weather in Arizona is beautiful. Bring your partner and make a vacation out of it.

March 24 – Cultural Diversity – REGISTER ONLINE

Inner-Work Counseling
3231 South Country Club Way #111
Tempe, AZ 85282
NOTE: Country Club Way in Tempe is not to be confused with Country Club Drive in Mesa

OR Download and Mail In Registration

Here’s what someone said about Adena & Marlo working together…

“Adena & Marlo do a fantastic job of making learning fun and memorable. Their workshop not only provided me with valuable new techniques I can use with my clients; they gave me a chance to connect with others in a meaningful way and EXPERIENCE first hand the power of psychodrama!” – Karen Olson, Tucson

Aug
18
Sun
Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies Presentation @ Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies
Aug 18 @ 11:00 pm – Aug 19 @ 6:00 am

This interactive demonstration of action methods will allow attendees to witness, practice, and experience strength-based structures that capitalize on clients’ strengths to put recovery and wellness into action.

This is one of the many spectacular sessions offered at the 45th Annual Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies. A great way to get your continuing education in the splendor of the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson.

Faculty:
Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS, is an adjunct faculty member of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute and a leading expert in childhood sexual abuse treatment. As a sought after speaker and consultant, Adena has presented to and trained hundreds of mental health and allied professionals across the globe on sexual abuse and its relation to substance/process addictions, dissociation and eating disorders.

Dr. Marlo Archer, CP, PAT, is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute, a licensed psychologist, a Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in psychodrama, and the 2013 recipient of the Zerka T. Moreno Award. Psychodrama students may receive up to 160 of their training hours from a PAT. Marlo Archer is an approved provider for NAADAC, NBCC, & NRCGP.

Offered as Written Feedback to Marlo from Southwestern School Presentation August, 2012:

“awesome”

“I will use these tools in my clinical practice”

“Liked getting into groups – learned a lot!”

“Marlo brought a fresh & clear presentation & reminder to be intentional as a counselor to
evaluate and consider strengths and encourage the client to construct clear plans and the
power of decision. Fun group activity.”

Feb
24
Mon
Cultural Competency & Diversity and Ethics in Action – Tucson – SOLD OUT @ Caritas Healing Center
Feb 24 @ 12:00 am – 7:00 am

4 hours Ethics + 3 hours Cultural Competency & Diversity = 7 hours of fun!

Here’s what one participant said about Cultural Competency & Diversity 2013:

“Best cultural diversity training I’ve ever been to – fun, thought-provoking, enjoyable! I’ll be watching for more trainings by Marlo & API.” – Lori Olsen, MC, LPC

No break for lunch. Lunch will be provided as part of the workshop. Inform us of any dietary needs.

Faculty:

Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS, is an adjunct faculty member of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute and a leading expert in childhood sexual abuse treatment. As a sought after speaker and consultant, Adena has presented to and trained hundreds of mental health and allied professionals across the globe on sexual abuse and its relation to substance/process addictions, dissociation and eating disorders.

Dr. Marlo Archer, CP, PAT, is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute, a licensed psychologist, a Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in psychodrama, and the 2013 recipient of the ASGPP Zerka T. Moreno Award. Psychodrama students may receive up to 160 of their training hours from a PAT. Marlo Archer is an approved provider for NAADAC & NBCC.

Aug
17
Sun
Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies Workshop @ Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies
Aug 17 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

The Collective Wisdom of Addicts: Utilizing Psychodrama to Harness Resources for Recovery – A full-day workshop using action methods in working with clients with substance and process addictions.

This is one of the many spectacular sessions offered at the 46th Annual Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies. A great way to get your continuing education in the splendor of the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson.

Faculty:
Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS, CP, is an adjunct faculty member of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute and a leading expert in childhood sexual abuse treatment. As a sought after speaker and consultant, Adena has presented to and trained hundreds of mental health and allied professionals across the globe on sexual abuse and its relation to substance/process addictions, dissociation and eating disorders.

Dr. Marlo Archer, CP, PAT, is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute, a licensed psychologist, a Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in psychodrama, and the 2013 recipient of the Zerka T. Moreno Award. Psychodrama students may receive up to 160 of their training hours from a PAT. Marlo Archer is an approved provider for NAADAC & NBCC

Offered as Written Feedback to Marlo from Southwestern School Presentation August, 2012:

“awesome”

“I will use these tools in my clinical practice”

“Liked getting into groups – learned a lot!”

“Marlo brought a fresh & clear presentation & reminder to be intentional as a counselor to
evaluate and consider strengths and encourage the client to construct clear plans and the
power of decision. Fun group activity.”

Jan
23
Fri
Chaff from the Grain @ Mountain View Presbyterian Church
Jan 23 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Put the chaff aside and identify the key words in the therapy office more easily using Psychodramatic Methods to help you focus on your client’s process and patterns easily and quickly.

Faculty:
Debra Suskin Gion, LPC, CP; API Co-Founder; has been a counselor in private practice, psychodramatist, and trainer for over 29 years. She brings her appreciation of both the 45 minute therapy session and the focused psychodrama methodology to her work. She is now in private practice in Maricopa, Arizona.

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Feedback about one of Deb’s former workshops:
“The workshops are well thought out and the modeling by the instructors is terrific. The instructors were honest, open and wonderfully real. Training is hands on and help is always nearby when needed. Mistakes are considered and treated as learning opportunities. Marlo and Debbie were ‘in the moment’ and highly respectful of the trainees while they directed and did their own work. I loved it and give it my highest recommendation!” – Alan A., Phoenix.

Aug
23
Sun
Ethically Sound Experiential Interventions for Trauma and Self-Injury @ Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies
Aug 23 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Ethically Sound Experiential Interventions for Trauma and Self-Injury – A full-day workshop using action methods in working with clients with self-injurious behaviors.

This is one of the many spectacular sessions offered at the 47th Annual Southwestern School for Behavioral Health Studies. A great way to get your continuing education in the splendor of the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson.

Faculty:
Adena Bank Lees, LCSW, LISAC, BCETS, CP, is an adjunct faculty member of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute and a leading expert in childhood sexual abuse treatment. As a sought after speaker and consultant, Adena has presented to and trained hundreds of mental health and allied professionals across the globe on sexual abuse and its relation to substance/process addictions, dissociation and eating disorders.

Dr. Marlo Archer, CP, PAT, is a co-founder of the Arizona Psychodrama Institute, a licensed psychologist, a Practitioner Applicant for Trainer in psychodrama, and the 2013 recipient of the Zerka T. Moreno Award. Psychodrama students may receive up to 160 of their training hours from a PAT. Marlo Archer is an approved provider for NAADAC & NBCC

Feedback about Psychodrama 1:1 (November & December, 2012)

“Adena & Marlo do a fantastic job of making learning fun and memorable. Their workshop not only provided me with valuable new techniques I can use with my clients; they gave me a chance to connect with others in a meaningful way and EXPERIENCE first hand the power of psychodrama!” – Karen Olson, Tucson

Feedback about Cultural Competency & Diversity and Ethics in Action (January, 2015)

“Great way to present ethics & cultural diversity – more interesting & fun than any other class I’ve ever taken” – Roberta J. Zatkowsky, LAC, MSC, MS

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