Associate Member Workshop: Integrating Somatic Therapy into Clinical Practice
Date and Time: March 16; 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom
**Please note this session is hosted by Boston College Continuing Education. Any questions regarding the session should be directed to continuinged@bc.edu.
Clinicians will learn how to effectively integrate trauma-informed meditation and breath work techniques into their practice to support clients. We will explore evidence-based mindfulness and breathing exercises tailored for clinical settings, focusing on stress reduction, emotional regulation, and nervous system support. Participants will discuss the cultural origins of these practices, and learn strategies for introducing these tools within therapeutic relationships. We will also discuss how to appropriately use somatic tools when working with clients experiencing racism and systemic discrimination and the impact of racism/discrimination on the body. Whether you work in mental health, healthcare, or community wellness, this workshop provides practical approaches for incorporating mindfulness-based interventions into patient care. Attendees will leave with a toolkit of guided practices to support themselves and their clients.
Learning Objectives:
– Participants will learn about the origins of meditation and breathwork in yoga and somatic therapy through a decolonial lens.
– Participants will practice leading trauma-informed meditations and breathwork using scripts and cues.
– Participants will deepen their own practice to cultivate compassion, enhance client connection, and strengthen therapeutic relationships.
Presented by:
Elizabeth Deborah Joseph Johnson, LCSW
Cost:
$60