Therapinxy Non-Binary Open Mic Night

In celebration of Filipinx American History Month!

RSVP: info@ wellnesswithandreajakucs.com

Therapinxy Chicago-Midwest

A collaboration fundraising event

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Organized by Centre Binetna. Black, Indigenous, Maghrébine, and Filipinx voices are coming together to imagine revolutionary ways of caring and healing.

An intercommunity panel on mental health & alternative healing

📍 For More Info & to RSVP: tinyurl.com/therapinxycanada

Therapinxy Canada

A virtual space for consolation, connection, & Kapwa

Experience Bayanihan/Building Bridges & connecting into Filipino culture

2151 Ferry Point, Alameda, CA.

Therapin*y San Diego clinical consultation groups are back for the new year!

Every 2nd Friday of the month (except for months with 5 Fridays). Open to psychotherapists, psychotherapists-in-training, and other allied clinical fields.

Email to get the link!

Therapin*y Kapwa Collective Network: Greater Los Angeles

Greater LA is having a holiday celebration meet up!

Good Eats

Great Company

White Elephant Book Exchange

RSVP: Complete form to receive details

Filipino American Mental Health Professionals Monthly Consultation Group

Hosted by Wellness with Andrea Jakucs and Associates & Therapin*y Greater Los Angeles Chapter

This is a group for licensed and pre-licensed Filipino mental health professionals. We meet eery lat Wednesday of each month via Zoom.

Save the date and RSVP now!

Join Therapinay Hawaii Chapter

for a transformative morning of meditation, breathwork, and cultural connection

at the beautiful Waikiki Beach!

This unique gathering bridges cultural wisdom with modern wellness practices, creating a sacred space for healing and community building.

IF your heart calling for...

• A space where culture and healing unite?

• Connection that needs no explanation?

• Community that understands your journey?

Join us for a soulful morning to Experience:

• Release & renew through oceanside meditation & breathwork

• Heart-centered community connection

•  Cultural understanding & healing

• Sacred space for inner reflectionWhere modern wellness meets cultural wisdom.

Your community awaits!

RSVP: hawaiikapwanetwork@drtherapinay.com

Malaya Botanicals & Faction Brewing

it’s the Alameda Point Pasko Night Market at Faction Brewing (2501 Monarch St, Alameda, CA 94501)

Friday, December 13th, 5-9pm

🎶🍺 Dive into live music, DJ beats, amazing food and desserts, and shop from talented local artisans.

Kasamahan Monthly Consultation Group

Make Your Own Parol Workshop with @shop_farols !🎄

Join us for a festive night of creativity and community at our Parol Making Class! 🌟

A parol is a traditional Filipino Christmas lantern, symbolizing hope and light. It’s a beautiful way to celebrate the holiday season and connect with Filipino culture.

📅 When: Friday, December 6
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Malaya Collective
2350 Saratoga St., Alameda, CA 94501
💵 Cost: $20/person (all supplies included!)

Bring your friends, family, or just yourself, and let’s light up the holidays together!

✨ Space is limited, so reserve your spot today at malayaexperience@gmail.com

Come through and sing your heart out with Therapin*y Greater LA at our Karaoke Meet-up!

For more information, or to RSVP: HERE

Chicago Midwest Chapter Peer Consultation Group

Introductory Meeting

Date: September 28, 2024

Time: 2:00-3:00 PM CST

Let’s build community through collaboration, mutual respect, and willingness to learn from each other!

For licensed & pre-licensed Filipino/a/x mental health professionals and wellness providers. We will discuss clinical and practice issues, and potential challenges we (and the folx we serve) experience in a supportive and confidential setting.

For more details: Say Kumusta!

Consultations Group: This is a group for licensed and pre-licensed Filipino mental health professionals. We offer peer-led, collaborative and respectful clinical consultation and processing.

We meet monthly via zoom.

Every last Wednesday of the month, 1-2pm PST

For more info: Join us!

Filipino/a/x and the Mental Health Context: Pivoting Your Clinical Skills to Consulting

Monday, September 16, 2024

10am - 11:30am Central Time US (CDT)
8am - 9:30am PDT / 11am - 12:30pm EDT

Virtual by Zoom

Kasamahan workshops are free and open to all in support of Filipino mental health care.

Register by Friday, 9/13 to receive attendance information.
You will receive a copy of your registration form.

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About our September Workshop:
This workshop with explore the similarities and differences of clinical skills and training and the consulting field with emphasis on the Filipino/a/x population and mental health and its application with clients in the United States and abroad. The foundational orientation will be Sikolohiyang Pilipino (Filipino Psychology) in terms of conceptualization, approaches, and building of relationships with clients. Participants will understand and be aware of the need for mental health consultation and explore strategies to pivot towards becoming a mental health consultant.

About our September Facilitator:
Patricia (Trish) H. A. Perez, PhD is adjunct faculty, Department of Psychology, at Adler University Chicago. Some of her areas of research and practice expertise include mental health and wellness, Sikolohiyang Pilipino, children and families, disabilities and neurodiversity, international psychology, international programming and education, organizational leadership, career development/life coaching, child abuse and neglect, and third culture kids/adults (TCK/As). Dr. Perez was a Visiting Faculty in Summer 2021 at the Department of Psychology in Ateneo de Manila University.

Contact our Moderator, Cristina Castro, LCPC at president@kasamahan.org for any Kasamahan workshop related questions.

Consultations Group: This is a group for licensed and pre-licensed Filipino mental health professionals. We offer peer-led, collaborative and respectful clinical consultation and processing.

We meet monthly via zoom on the 2nd Friday of the month, 10-11am PST

For more information, and to find out availability to join: Reach out!

Consultations Group: This is a group for licensed and pre-licensed Filipino mental health professionals. We offer peer-led, collaborative and respectful clinical consultation and processing.

We meet monthly via zoom.

Every last Wednesday of the month, 1-2pm PST

For more info: Join us!

Uplifting Therapin*y’s community members, Kasamahan! Learn with Filipinx Mental Health Professionals, and from their current bodies of work. This presentation will focus on the uses of EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) an evidenced-based treatment for trauma. The presenter will discuss cultural considerations with Filipino/a/x clients.  Participants will gain a basic understanding of what EMDR is and how it works. Additionally, participants will develop a basic understanding of special issues in Filipino/a/x communities that can be addressed using EMDR. Lastly, the presenters will guide participants in a demonstration of EMDR-based self-soothing techniques.

Alissa Catiis MA, LCSW, RYT is Filipina American psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and anti-racism consultant who specializes in working with trauma survivors, couples, BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Color), and the LGBTQIA+ community. She has experience working in public schools, hospitals, healthcare, and social service organizations. She consults with organizations about trauma-informed systems and bringing anti-racist and anti-oppression principles into action. Alissa is a certified EMDR therapist and trauma-sensitive yoga facilitator with training in contemplative clinical practice and art therapy.
 

Register for August 19th
​Registration ends Fri, 8/16.

Therapin*y San Diego is hosting a fun meet & greet at White Rice in Linda Vista! We’d love to meet you!

For more information & to RSVP : Email us!

Are you ready to join us for an unforgettable Summer evening?

Join us for our Sizzling Summer Soiree at Xecora in San Gabriel Valley! This special mixer is all about bringing amazing women together to unite, empower, and celebrate each other! We’re thrilled to share details about our exciting partnership between Therapin*y & Rising Filipinas!

To learn more & RSVP: Join us!

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Jei Africa, a prominent Filipinx psychologist in the Bay Area. Moderated by Dr. Jean-Arrelia Tolentino, this event will provide an opportunity to learn about Dr. Africa's career journey and his dedication to advocating for mental health services for underserved and marginalized communities, including Filipinx communities. Dr. Africa will share strategies on how to apply clinical knowledge to community advocacy and continue the fight for access to mental health services. Don't miss this chance to gain insights from one of the leading voices in mental health advocacy.

About Dr. Africa:
Dr. Jei Africa is a passionate advocate for health equity, striving to ensure social justice and access to care for underserved and marginalized communities. As a behavioral health leader in Northern California, he has led community outreach efforts, expanded care for justice-involved clients, and initiated residential facility projects for mental health and substance abuse support. He was a founding member of the San Mateo LGBTQ+ Commission and launched the San Mateo Pride Center. Dr. Africa, who immigrated from the Philippines in the ’90s, began his career as a bilingual licensed therapist and certified domestic violence and addiction counselor, driven by his commitment to public service and the well-being of individuals and families.

Intended Audience:
Clinical Mental Health Professionals, Students, Researchers, and Public Mental Health Advocates. Join us to advance mental health and healing for marginalized communities and Filipinx communities. Gain insights, share knowledge, and collaborate to support the well-being of marginalized and Filipinx communities.

For more information & tickets: Join us!