Food and Mood (Workshop)
Saturday, October 18, 2008
9:30am-12:30pm
Leaders: Kristene Doyle, Ph.D. and Robyn Kurasaki, M.S.      

Do you find yourself eating when you’re anxious, lonely, depressed, or bored?  Do you suddenly “wake up” and have no recollection of what just happened?  This workshop will help those whose mood dictates their food consumption.  Emphasis will be placed on the irrational thinking behind emotional eating, and cognitive behavioral interventions to conquer self-defeating eating. 

Fee: $40 (Register now)

Breaking Free from Social Anxiety (Lecture)
Thursday, November 13, 2008
7:00-8:30pm
Lecturer:  Steven G. Katz, Ph.D.
          
Do you feel anxiety at the thought of starting a conversation with someone?  Do thoughts of “What if I sound stupid?” occupy you?  Social anxiety prevents us from finding pleasure and fulfillment in our interactions with others.  It inhibits our relationships and affects our work lives, often contributing to feelings of inadequacy and depression.  This lecture is designed to help reduce social anxiety by teaching you how to stop catastrophizing about what could happen, and start taking social risks. 

Fee: $15 (Payable in person only)

How to Talk to Anybody, Anywhere (Workshop)
Saturday, November 22, 2008
9:30am-12:30pm
Leaders: John Viterito, L.P.C. and Oksana Huk, M.S.
           
Many people have difficulty approaching and conversing with others who appear interesting to them. In the first half of this fun workshop you will learn about the attitudinal and behavioral errors that contribute to avoiding social encounters, and what to do about them. This will be followed by practice approaching, meeting, and talking with other participants in the workshop. You will learn to be more confident in your ability to start up a conversation with anyone, anywhere, anytime!  

Fee: $40 (Register now)

Conquering Your Guilt (Workshop)
Saturday, December 6  , 2008
9:30am-12:30pm
Leaders: Mark Terjesen, Ph.D. and Maria Esposito, M.S.

Procrastinate Later! (Lecture)
Wednesday , January 28, 2009
7:30-9:00pm
Lecture by: Ray DiGiuseppe, Ph.D.

This lecture will help you stop putting off until tomorrow what you can do today. You will learn how to set realistic goals for yourself, stick with plans, deal with frustration and avoidance, and overcome perfectionism.

Fee: $15 (Payable in person only)

Building a Better Body Image (Workshop)
Saturday, February 28, 2009
9:30am-12:30pm
Workshop Leaders: Michael Hickey, M.S. and Grace Kong, M.S.

Many people struggle with dissatisfaction with of one or more aspects of their physical appearance. A negative body image can interfere with interpersonal relationships, social interactions and self-confidence. This workshop will help participants to identify and challenge self-defeating beliefs about physical appearance. Cognitive and behavioral techniques will be taught so that participants can overcome their negative body image and increase their self-acceptance, with the aim of achieving an overall better quality of life.

Fee: $40 (Register now)

Improving Your Social Skills (Workshop)
5 Fridays, April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, 2009
6:30-8:30pm
Leaders: Kristene Doyle, Ph.D. and Wilson McDermut, Ph.D.

This workshop will teach you the basic principles of rational thinking to help you achieve lasting behavioral change. Topics include self-acceptance, dealing with anxiety, anger and frustration, improving relationships, and overcoming procrastination.

Fee: $250 (Register now)

6-Hour REBT Intensive Workshop
Saturday April 25, 2009
9:00am- 3:00pm
Workshop Leaders: Mark Terjesen, Ph.D. and John Viterito, L.P.

This interactive workshop is designed to help you relax and enjoy yourself when you’re with other people. Participants will spend the first hour learning social skills, followed by a visit to some of the neighborhood’s social spots, where everyone can practice their new social skills, and get immediate feedback from workshop leaders.