Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy Trauma Treatment and Professional Training ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog & Articles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/blog/) - [How Childhood Loss Can Show Up in Adulthood](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/how-childhood-loss-can-show-up-in-adulthood/) - As children, we often don’t have the language or emotional capacity to make sense of our losses. Instead of grieving them, we adapt. - [Relationship Coaching: Trauma-Informed Tools for Connection](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/relationship-coaching-trauma-informed-tools-for-connection/) - Not to be confused with couples therapy, relationship coaching is focused on helping an individual to be the best that they can be in their relationship. - [How much experience should my therapist have?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/how-much-experience-should-a-good-therapist-have/) - Many clients assume that once licensed, all therapists have the same level and type of training, which often leads to disappointment in the therapeutic process. - [Inner Child Work: Healing from Childhood Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/inner-child-work-healing-from-childhood-trauma/) - Inner child work helps people reconnect with, understand, and heal the younger parts of themselves that were impacted by painful or unmet childhood experiences. - [Am I Broken?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/am-i-broken/) - Trauma and shame often go hand in hand. While trauma is something that happens to us, shame has a way of convincing us that we are the problem. - [Somatic Therapy: How the Body Can Help Heal Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/somatic-therapy-how-the-body-can-help-heal-trauma/) - Somatic therapy is a body-centered approach to psychotherapy that recognizes the close connection between the mind, brain, body, emotions, and nervous system. - [AI is a Bad Therapist](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/ai-is-a-bad-therapist/) - While AI can be a useful educational tool or source of gathering general information (we use it as a tool too!), it is a poor substitute for psychotherapy. - [Treatment for Complex PTSD and Complex Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/treatment-for-complex-ptsd-and-complex-trauma/) - While PTSD often develops following a single traumatic event, Complex PTSD typically results from repeated, prolonged, or interpersonal trauma. - [What does CPTSD Stand For?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/what-does-cptsd-stand-for/) - CPTSD stands for Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that can develop after prolonged, repeated, or multiple traumatic experiences. - [What is a Trauma Response?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/what-is-a-trauma-response/) - Understanding our trauma responses can reduce shame or self-blame, increase self-awareness, and provide a roadmap for healing. - [Religious Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/religious-trauma-therapy/) - Trauma therapy tailored to the unique experiences of religious trauma survivors can be instrumental in fostering healing and empowerment. - [Benefits of Becoming a Phoenix Center Client](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/benefits-of-becoming-a-phoenix-center-client/) - We believe healing happens best when people feel supported, connected, and cared for. At our center, you will have access to a compassionate community. - [Is Past Adversity Impacting You Today? Take This Short Assessment!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/is-past-adversity-impacting-you-today-take-this-short-assessment/) - Throughout our life, we all encounter challenges that shape who we are. However, sometimes the impact of past adversity, trauma, and loss can linger - affecting our relationships and daily life in ways we might not fully understand. If you're questioning whether past experiences are casting a shadow on your present-day experience, you are not - [Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/post-traumatic-growth-3/) - The literature on post traumatic growth demonstrates five distinct areas that trauma survivors identify as common domains of growth. - [Psychodrama Certification Exam Preparation Course](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-certification-exam-preparation-course/) - Together with Actions Explorations, we have created a comprehensive pre-recorded video course which includes 7-parts that you can digest at your own pace. - [Psychodrama as a Treatment for Anxiety](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-as-a-treatment-for-anxiety/) - Psychodrama appears to be a promisingly effective treatment for anxiety disorders and can be particularly useful in reducing fear and anxiety. - [Psychodrama as an Effective Treatment for Trauma and PTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-as-an-effective-treatment-for-trauma-and-ptsd/) - Recent findings have challenged trauma therapists to consider alternative and adjunctive approaches to talk therapy and cognitive approaches - [Trauma-Informed Principles & Practices](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-principles-practices/) - The difference between "trauma-informed" and "trauma-focused" is outlined while commenting on trends in the mental health treatment field. - [Healing from Sexual Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healing-from-sexual-trauma/) - Recognizing the effects of sexual trauma and exploring pathways to healing from sexual trauma are vital steps toward recovery and empowerment for survivors. - [Parental Stress and Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/parental-stress-and-trauma/) - Parental stress, including challenges like child behavior, sleep deprivation, and financial strain, can act as a trigger for past traumatic experiences. - [Parenting Children with ADHD: Emotional and Physical Burnout](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/parenting-children-with-adhd-emotional-and-physical-burnout/) - When you are parenting children with ADHD there are forms of burnout that parents of neurotypical children may not experience. - [Navigating Perimenopause and Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/navigating-perimenopause-and-trauma/) - Is it perimenopause or trauma? Mood swings. Body changes. Brain Fog. Anxiety. Sleeplessness. Why don’t I feel like myself? I don’t recognize my own body. - [Trauma-Informed Care in the Aging Field](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-care-in-the-aging-field/) - When we look at programs designed specifically for older adults who have experienced harm, trauma-informed care is rarely talked about. - [Psychodrama as an Effective Treatment for Depression](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-as-an-effective-treatment-for-depression/) - Group therapies, including psychodrama, offer practitioners with effective and efficient interventions for treating depression. - [Workplace Mental Health and Well-Being: Experiential Workshops for Trauma-Informed Organizations](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/workplace-mental-health-and-well-being-experiential-workshops-for-trauma-informed-organizations/) - The Phoenix Center offers interactive workshops for your organization's leadership team and frontline staff on workplace mental health and well-being. - [The Benefits of Psychodrama Training](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/benefits-of-psychodrama-training/) - Psychodrama training offers numerous benefits for professionals looking to expand their therapeutic skills and personal growth. - [Psychodrama as a Treatment for Complex PTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-as-a-treatment-for-complex-ptsd/) - Complex trauma and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) are increasingly becoming recognized as commonly presenting clinical issues in group therapy. - [Benefits of Joining a Therapy Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/benefits-of-joining-a-therapy-group/) - As human beings, we are inherently social creatures, and our ability to connect with others is vital for our overall well-being. - [Is Your Depression or Anxiety Fueled by Past Trauma or Adversity?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/is-your-depression-or-anxiety-fueled-by-past-trauma-or-adversity/) - Offering Trauma Therapy at the Phoenix Center in Media, PA or Online!484-440-9416 | Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com Do you ever find yourself grappling with feelings of depression and anxiety, unsure of where they stem from? While there can be various factors contributing to these mental health challenges, it's essential to consider the role that past trauma or adversity - [In-Person and Virtual Trauma Therapy: Pros and Cons](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/in-person-and-virtual-trauma-therapy-pros-and-cons/) - In-Person and virtual trauma therapy both have distinct advantages and potential drawbacks, particularly for trauma therapy. - [Navigating Trauma Recovery During the Holiday Season](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/navigating-trauma-recovery-during-the-holiday-season/) - by Sarah Jayne Oltz, MS, NCC, CTP The holiday season is often a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration painted with traditions and connection. However, for those navigating trauma recovery, this time of year can bring unique challenges. The emphasis on family gatherings, memories of past holidays, or societal pressure to feel a certain way - [Long Term Sobriety and Early Childhood Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/long-term-sobriety-and-early-childhood-trauma/) - Maintaining long term sobriety and leading a happy life is often not possible without addressing underlying issues that fueled the addiction in the first place. - [Doomscrolling and Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/doomscrolling-and-trauma/) - Doomscrolling can impact mental health and potentially lead to vicarious trauma and re-traumatization, especially for individuals with a history of trauma. - [Early Sobriety and Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/early-sobriety-and-trauma-therapy/) - Whether you are the person in recovery or the loved one of someone who is, early sobriety can feel like a roller coaster. - [Sexuality, Gender, and Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/sexuality-gender-and-trauma-therapy/) - Trauma can permeate every aspect of a person’s identity and may exacerbate feelings of dysphoria or confusion about sexuality and gender. - [8 Types of Grief: Healing from Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/8-types-of-grief-healing-from-loss/) - At the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, we recognize that understanding the different types of grief can aid in the healing process. - [Music Therapy and Trauma Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/music-therapy-and-trauma-healing/) - Therapists use music therapy to enhance social or interpersonal, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning in individuals who have experienced trauma. - [Neurodiversity-Affirming Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/neurodiversity-affirming-trauma-therapy/) - Neurodiversity-affirming trauma therapy recognizes that those with autism, ADHD, and other neurological differences process trauma in unique ways. - [6 Myths About Trauma-Informed Care](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/6-myths-about-trauma-informed-care/) - Despite its growing acceptance, several myths persist about what trauma-informed care is and how it should be applied. Let’s debunk common misconceptions. - [EMDR: Understanding the 8 Phases and 3 Pronged Approach](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/emdr-understanding-the-8-phases-and-3-pronged-approach/) - The structured nature of EMDR therapy is encapsulated in its 8 Phases and 3 Prongs, which together form a comprehensive approach to trauma healing. - [EMDR Intensives: Rapid Relief and Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/emdr-intensives-rapid-relief-and-healing/) - EMDR intensives are often scheduled for multiple hours or days at a time instead of one hour a week. This allows a client to experience faster relief. - [Low-Cost Trauma Therapy and EMDR](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/low-cost-trauma-therapy-and-emdr/) - The Phoenix Center offers low-cost trauma therapy and EMDR sessions through our graduate internship program, allow us to fulfill both parts of our mission. - [Trauma-Informed Care: The Basics](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-care-the-basics/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci outlined are the four R's, principles and areas of trauma-informed care for individuals and organizations. - [The 4 'R's of Trauma-Informed Care: What it Means to Really Be Trauma-Informed](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-4-rs-of-trauma-informed-care-what-it-means-to-really-be-trauma-informed/) - Each of the 4 'R's are described in detail by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, a Fellow of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (FAAETS). - [Addiction & Trauma: A Psychodramatic Approach](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/addiction-trauma-a-psychodramatic-approach/) - This course involves a lecture on the intersection of addiction and trauma as they related to the basics of psychodrama psychotherapy. - [When Talking Isn’t Enough: Action Methods in Addiction (and Trauma) Recovery](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/when-talking-isnt-enough-action-methods-in-addiction-and-trauma-recovery/) - Most clients have accrued significant knowledge about addiction recovery, but knowledge alone does not lead to change – it must be put into action. - [Benefits of EMDR Therapy as an Addition to Your Ongoing Individual Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/benefits-of-emdr-therapy-as-an-addition-to-your-ongoing-individual-therapy/) - At The Phoenix Center, not only do we offer EMDR Therapy, but we specialize in it, and nearly every therapist and intern on our team is trained in EMDR. - [EMDR Trauma Therapy: Overcoming Flashbacks, Nightmares, and Other Disturbing Images](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/emdr-trauma-therapy-overcoming-flashbacks-nightmares-and-other-disturbing-images/) - Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive images from past experiences can cast a long shadow on our lives, making it challenging to move forward. - [What is Trauma? Defining & Explaining Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/what-is-trauma-defining-explaining-trauma/) - This video offers a basic introduction to trauma and traumatic experiences. Trauma is defined and explained including the different types of trauma. Professionals, students, and others interested in learning about trauma will find this video helpful. To learn more about trauma, check out this free 2 page handoutOr, click here to access Dr. Scott's new - [Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama - Book Release](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/book-release-social-work-sociometry-and-psychodrama/) - Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers by Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT Open-Access Book by Springer Nature; free eBook here - https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-33-6342-7 Buy a physical copy of the book on Amazon here Book Description: This open access book outlines the intersections between social work - [Spectrograms: Experiential Group Work | Sociometry Facilitation Training with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/spectrograms/) - This video depicts the use of the spectrogram which is an experiential group work tool adaptable for any group setting, any population, and any topic. Spectrograms are particularly useful as a group-as-a-whole assessment tool and are frequently used by psychodramatists, community organizers, and other group workers. Spectrograms are essentially a sliding scale with the entire - [Circle of Strengths: Experiential Group Work | Facilitation Training with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/circle-of-strengths/) - This video depicts the use of the Circle of Strengths which is an experiential group work tool adaptable for any group setting, any population, and any topic. The Circle of Strengths was developed by Kate Hudgins & Francesca Toscani as part of the Therapeutic Spiral Model. It is particularly useful as a strengths-based group-as-a-whole process - [Floor Check: Experiential Group Work | Sociometry Facilitation Training with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/floor-check/) - This video depicts the use of the Locogram and Floor Check which are experiential group work tools adaptable for any group setting, any population, and any topic. Floor Checks were developed by Tian Dayton as part of the Relational Trauma Repair Model. They are particularly useful as a group-as-a-whole assessment tool and are frequently used - [Step-In Sociometry: Experiential Group Work | Sociometry Facilitation Training with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/step-in-sociometry/) - This video depicts the use of the step-in sociometry which is an experiential group work tool adaptable for any group setting, any population, and any topic. Step-In Sociometry, sometimes called Circle of Similarities, is particularly useful as a group-as-a-whole assessment tool and is frequently used by psychodramatists, community organizers, and other group workers. Step-in Sociometry - [The sociodrama of coronavirus and humanity through teletherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-sociodrama-of-coronavirus-and-humanity-through-teletherapy/) - New short article by Dr. Scott Giacomucci covering sociodrama, teletherapy, and coronavirus in APA's Div 49 newsletter. Scott presents a description of an online sociodramatic dialogue between humanity and coronavirus that took place in an MSW course session at Bryn Mawr College.https://www.apadivisions.org/division-49/publications/newsletter/group-psychologist/2020/08/coronavirus-humanity-telepathy In this piece, Moreno's early ideas of using technology with therapy are presented - [Trauma, Safety, & the Brain - International Trauma-Informed Art Therapy Program](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-safety-the-brain-international-trauma-informed-art-therapy-program/) - Today our director, Dr. Scott Giacomucci, presented a workshop for the International Trauma-Informed Art-Therapy certification program which included a multi-lingual group from Ukraine, Turkey, and Kurdistan (Iraq). The workshop topic was "Trauma, Safety, and the Brain" which included information about trauma-informed principles, establishing safety in groups, and neurobiology of trauma and art-based therapies. The importance - [Psychodrama of the Dissertation](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-of-the-dissertation/) - Today Dr Scott Giacomucci facilitated a session for incoming doctoral students at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice. The historical, philosophical, and theoretical connections of social work, Sociometry, and psychodrama were presented. Students then engaged in experiential Sociometry processes to explore shared experiences, fears, hopes, and goals. The TSM circle of - [New IFS and Psychodrama Publication](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/new-ifs-and-psychodrama-publication/) - We are excited to share a recent publication by our staff Rachel A. Longer, MSS, LSW, CET I & Scott Giacomucci DSW,LCSW,CTTS,CP,PAT on the intersection of Internal Family Systems and Psychodrama. Though many have acknowledged the connection, is one of the first publications on the topic! Longer, R. & Giacomucci, S. (2020). Parts, Roles, and - [New Publications by Phoenix Center Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/new-publications-by-phoenix-center-team/) - Check out the most recent publications by Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy staff: "Experiential Addiction Treatment: Creating Positive Connection through Sociometry and Therapeutic Spiral Model Safety Structures" by Mirmont Staff Scott Giacomucci, Sharon Gera, Darrell Briggs, and Kim Bass. This article is open access to the public in the journal of Addiction and Addictive - [Coronavirus, Collective Trauma, and Self-Care Interview](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/coronavirus-collective-trauma-and-self-care-interview/) - May is Mental Health Awareness Month and there's no doubt that COVID-19 has effected the mental and emotional health of millions of people worldwide. The lingering uncertainty caused by pandemic has created incredible amounts of fear, anger and anxiety in many of us. Not to mention the stress of managing our day to day lives - [Yalom’s Therapeutic Factors in Psychodrama & a Socially Distanced Society](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/yaloms-therapeutic-factors-in-psychodrama-a-socially-distanced-society/) - April 7th 10am-1pm (EST) via Zoom video meeting - presented by Dr Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT, FAAETS Don't miss our upcoming 3 CEU experiential webinar on Yalom's Therapeutic Factors in Psychodrama and a Socially Distanced Society! Let's explore how therapeutic factors of group therapy apply to psychodrama and our society in - [TeleTherapy Online Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/teletherapy-online-sessions/) - By Rachel Longer, MSS, LSW, CET I After careful consideration, and in response to COVID-19, The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (PCETT) has decided to temporarily move our services online last week. The most important part of trauma therapy is safety and we hope this change will help to maintain the health and safety - [Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/vicarious-post-traumatic-growth/) - While therapist are at risk for vicarious trauma, we are also likely to experience Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth - positive change a therapist or professional experiences as a result of being exposed to the trauma of others. (Vicarious) Post-traumatic growth emerges in 5 domains: increased personal strength, enhanced relationships, spiritual growth, new possibilities in life, and - [New Women's Experiential Trauma Therapy Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/new-womens-experiential-trauma-therapy-group/) - WOMEN’S PERSONAL GROWTH: ADDRESSING TRAUMA, GRIEF, AND AMBIGUOUS LOSS THROUGH EXPERIENTIAL GROUP THERAPY Are you finding that trauma, grief and loss are impacting your daily life? Maybe you are feeling stuck, or maybe you are tired of feeling haunted by the past. This is a group for any woman ready to grow, to live your - [New Men's Experiential Trauma Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/new-mens-experiential-trauma-group/) - This group welcomes men with the common goal of living lives of integrity and being in integrity in their relationships. This is not a group where we will sit in a circle telling war-stories about trauma or loss. Here, we will cultivate the healing experiences necessary to grow from trauma. Sessions will be facilitated using - [The Intersection of Trauma, Loss, and Addiction](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-intersection-of-trauma-loss-and-addiction/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT “It is impossible to understand addiction without asking what relief the addict finds, or hopes to find, in the drug or the addictive behavior.” –Dr. Gabor Mate Among the most common underlying factors of Substance Use Disorders (SUDS) and other addictive behaviors are unresolved trauma, neglect - [NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/nbcc-approved-continuing-education-provider/) - We are excited to announce that we have been granted CE Provider status by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)! As our requests for training & presentations continue to expand beyond the Philadelphia area, this allows us to provide CEUs for counselors throughout the country. These credits are also accepted by New Jersey for - [Psychodrama & Education](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-education/) - New psychodrama & education publication in the University of Pennsylvania Doctorate in Social Work Newsletter - The Clinician. This article, by Phoenix Center's Director, Scott Giacomucci, is titled "Psychodramatically Becoming Your Future Doctor Self: A DSW First Year Immersion Session". #psychodrama #sociometry #socialwork #experientialtherapy #experientialeducation #DoctorateinSocialWork - [Phoenix](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/phoenix/) - The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is named after the legendary figure of the phoenix. Mythology suggests that the phoenix dies and is reborn from its own ashes – it is a symbol of transformation and resilience. This phenomenon of growing after experiencing trauma has been labeled “Post-Traumatic Growth”. Visit our website to see - [Phoenix Center Open House!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/phoenix-center-open-house/) - Please RSVP to Scott@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com Experiential Group Tools for Post-Traumatic Growth and Networking | 3pm-4pm | 1 CE HourPresented by the Phoenix Center team: Dr. Scott Giacomucci, Amy Stone, Rachel Longer, & Leela EhrhartThis event will highlight the importance of post-traumatic growth while connecting it to the symbol of the phoenix. We will demonstrate simple experiential - [Creative Arts Therapy Symposium](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/creative-arts-therapy-symposium/) - We are grateful for the beautiful Creative Arts Therapy Symposium yesterday at Center for Families in Bryn Mawr! Dr Scott Giacomucci & Dr Steven Durost presented an afternoon workshop on Sociometry, Psychodrama, & Experiential Trauma Group Therapy and engaged the entire audience in the short psychodrama piece! All of the presenters yesterday creatively integrated content - [Experiential Social Group Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/experiential-social-group-work/) - Another powerful post-graduate training today “Experiential Social Group Work: Tools for Therapists, Educators, Supervisors, & Community Leaders” at Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research with Scott Giacomucci & Amy Stone! Today we explored the utility of sociometry & psychodrama in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Experiential Education, Interpersonal Neurobiology, and - [New Office!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/new-office/) - We are excited to announce the opening of our new office! We are now able to take new clients & referrals - 484-440-9416 This new space will allow us to continue to grow as new clinicians join our team to help keep up with the community’s needs for trauma therapy & educational services. Check out - [Post Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/post-traumatic-growth-2/) - Post Traumatic Growth in one of these 5 domains is actually statistically more likely to occur after a traumatic event than PTSD! 25% adults that experience a trauma will develop PTSD (or every other child) while around 66% report post traumatic growth in at least one of these five domains. Our namesake of the Phoenix - [Adverse Childhood Experiences and Addiction](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/adverse-childhood-experiences-and-addiction/) - Adult addiction and mental illness are strongly correlated with childhood adversity including trauma, abuse, neglect, and family dysfunction. The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study asked thousands of participants if they had experienced 10 different types of adverse childhood experiences. The higher the ace score, the higher the likelihood of addiction, alcoholism, mental illness, and medical - [Expert in Traumatic Stress](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/expert-in-traumatic-stress/) - We are excited to share that Phoenix Center’s Director/Founder, Dr. Scott Giacomucci, has been awarded Fellow status in the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (FAAETS). This is the highest honor that the academy can bestow upon a member based on significant contribution to the field. Scott was also recently granted Consultant status through - [Social Self Workshop](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/social-self-workshop/) - Today’s workshop, The Social Self in Experiential Therapy: Relationships, Attachment, & Interpersonal Neurobiology, presented the interpersonal theory and social atom of Jacob Moreno. We explored the integrations of attachment theory, sociometric theory, and interpersonal neurobiology as they relate to experiential trauma therapy. Moreno’s developmental phases (doubling, mirroring, & role reversal) were explored from the position - [Dr Scott’s plenary presentation in London](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/dr-scotts-plenary-presentation-in-london/) - Phoenix Center’s Director, Dr Scott Giacomucci, gave a plenary presentation as an honoree at the Global Conference on Addiction Medicine and Behavioral Health in London this morning. This presentation focused on the cyclical relationship between addiction & trauma and the experiential therapies as a holistic approach to treatment. - [Survival of the Nurtured](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/survival-of-the-nurtured/) - The neuroscience evidence is pretty clear. Children who are nurtured, have secure attachment figures, a safe environment, and access to the creative arts develop the capacity for self-regulation, self-soothing, and secure adult relationships. Adverse childhood experiences often have a lasting impact on one’s development. Those most likely to thrive are the children who were nurtured. - [Past Trauma Impacting Present Day Behavior](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/past-trauma-impacting-present-day-behavior/) - Post-Traumatic Stress is simply the past emerging in the present. Feelings, images, physical sensations, and thoughts from the time of the trauma resurface in the present moment when we are faced with a reminder of the event. This is really just our bodies & psyches trying to protect us - but it causes lots of - [Addiction Therapy = Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/addiction-therapy-trauma-therapy/) - Working with addiction = working with trauma. Treatment providers that don’t address the trauma underlying addictions are only controlling symptoms rather than dealing with the source of the problem. Being “trauma-informed” is a good start, but not enough. The success rates of addiction treatment are horrendously poor compared to success rates of other conditions. In - [Traumatic Stress and the Brain](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/traumatic-stress-and-the-brain/) - Prolonged and extreme stress (including post-traumatic stress) significantly impacts brain development, especially for children. The image below on the left shows a typical integrated/connected neuron from a child in a safe nurturing environment, next to an image of a neuron much less connected/integrated from a child who experienced prolonged stress. This type of stress creates - [Phoenix Center, an Experientially Certified Organization (ECO)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/phoenix-center-an-experientially-certified-organization-eco/) - We are proud to announce our recognition by the International Society of Experiential Professionals as an Experientially Certified Organization (ECO). We are one of the first organizations in the world to be awarded this credential! Our commitment to providing experiential therapy services and experiential therapy education/training remains in the forefront of our vision as we - [A Clinical Map for Posttraumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/a-clinical-map-for-posttraumatic-growth/) - A new publication by Dr Scott Giacomucci - Trauma Survivor's Inner Role Atom: A Clinical Map for Posttraumatic Growth The Journal of Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Group Psychotherapy. Abstract: The treatment of posttraumatic stress disorder and other trauma-related maladies requires psychotherapists to be equipped with a dependable clinical map that can guide them through the difficulties - [Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-and-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-ptsd/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Downloadable handout available here: https://phoenixtraumacenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Trauma-and-PTSD22.pdf Trauma exists upon a continuum or a spectrum. There are experiences that we often describe as capital “T” Traumas, and other experiences that we refer to as lower-case “t” traumas. Both can be equally disruptive in one’s life, especially when experienced - [The Innate Capacity to Heal](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-innate-capacity-to-heal/) - Trauma interrupts our natural rhythms (biologically, psychologically, socially, and spiritually). Our responses to trauma can create barriers to accessing our natural ability to heal. The mission of the Phoenix Center revolves around helping individuals and groups access their autonomous healing centers and grow after trauma. - [Post Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/post-traumatic-growth/) - Post Traumatic Growth in one of these 5 domains is actually statistically more likely to occur after a traumatic event than Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)! 1/4th adults that experience a trauma will develop PTSD (or every other child) while around 2/3rds report post traumatic growth in at least one of these five domains! - [Top 100 Healthcare Leader](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/top-100-healthcare-leader/) - Phoenix Center’s Director/Founder, Dr. Scott Giacomucci, was recognized as a Top 100 Healthcare Leader this year by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare! Check out our website to see how our approach to treatment and therapy is different than traditional talk therapy- www.PhoenixTraumaCenter.com - [Staff Training in New Jersey](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/staff-training-in-new-jersey/) - “Working Experientially with Defenses in Addiction and Trauma Treatment” presentation today at Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford by Dr. Scott Giacomucci. Today’s workshop, the fourth of a training series, focused on defense mechanisms. We used Sociometry & Psychodrama to explore the psychological functions of defenses and how they are used in active addiction, in relation - [Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/experiential-therapy-supervised-practice/) - Another workshop in experiential therapy focused on supervised practice for trainees working towards certifications through the International Society of Experiential Professionals (www.ExperientialProfessionals.com) In the photo below, see ‘the Sociometry of Sociometry’, a floor check warming up participants to facilitate experiential processes! - [Phoenix Center at National Psychodrama Conference in New Hampshire](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/phoenix-center-at-national-psychodrama-conference-in-new-hampshire/) - [Amy Joins Giacomucci & Walker!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/amy-joins-giacomucci-walker/) - I am proud to announce that Amy Stone, MSS, LSW has accepted a position with Giacomucci & Walker, LLC. There are very few people that I would trust to maintain the quality and integrity of my business. Amy is an incredibly talented psychotherapist who finds deep joy and purpose in her work. Amy has been - [Neumann University Alumni-in-Action](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/neumann-university-alumni-in-action/) - This past week Scott was featured in Neumann University's Alumni-in-Action segment of the University alumni newsletter. See full details here: Scott's Alumni-in-Action Page - [EMDR Trauma Therapy for PTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/emdr-trauma-therapy-for-ptsd/) - EMDR Therapy is used for treating PTSD symptoms and trauma - consider watching the short 3 minute introductory video below. EMDR is an effective and efficient research-based treatment for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and panic attacks. It is also used to treat phobias, depression, addictions, cravings, sports-performance issues, social phobias/anxiety, and chronic pain. EMDR works by - [Psychodrama Network News Interview & Article](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-network-news-interview-article/) - Here is a short article and interview published this month in the Psychodrama Network News after a wonderful experience presenting for the first time at the 75th annual conference of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama. Spring 2017 PNN pages with my article and interview - [Newly published short article on Marriage.com](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/newly-published-short-article-on-marriage-com/) - Posting today to share a link below to my newly published short article on Marriage.com on projection and transference in relationships. http://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/are-your-past-relationships-haunting-your-current-marriage/ - ["Healing Through Psychodrama" Publication](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healing-through-psychodrama-publication/) - I invite you to take a look at my short article, Healing Through Psychodrama, in the Summer 2016 Women's Health Source newsletter (pg. 8) published by Mainline Health. The article introduces the use of psychodrama to facilitate healing from trauma and addiction while offering a brief description of a group session: Mere words aren’t enough for - [Surviving Spirits: Healing Trauma and Addiction](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/surviving-spirits-healing-trauma-and-addiction/) - We invite you to attend this personal growth experiential workshop with Kate Hudgins, PhD, TEP and Scott Giacomucci, MSS, LSW, CTTS, CET II: DATES/TIMES: Friday, 2/3: 6-9 pm; Saturday, 2/4, 10am-6pm. FEE: $250. VENUE: Penn State University - Brandywine Campus, Media, PA. For registration, contact Scott@Sgiacomucci.com. "When TSM first started in the early 90s, we called - [Website Launch](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/website-launch/) - You have found your way to my newly launched website - welcome! I am an experiential psychotherapist and certified trauma treatment specialist in private practice in West Chester, PA and am currently accepting new clients! Feel free to explore my website and contact me for further questions about my services. I look forward to working with ## Pages - [Specialized Treatment for Trauma, Loss, & Addiction](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/) - The Phoenix Center is an outpatient trauma therapy center, specializing in trauma, grief/loss, and substance use in Media, Pennsylvania. - [Lower-Cost Therapy with Our Clinical Interns](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/low-cost-therapy-with-our-graduate-interns/) - Our Low-Cost Therapy Program offers virtual and in-person therapy with our Clinical Interns at a reduced rate. Meet our current interns. - [Our Services and Offerings](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/our-services-and-offerings/) - We are a Trauma Therapy Center located in Media, Pennsylvania, offering a variety of outpatient services for individuals, couples, families and groups. - [Mike Marstellar](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/mike-marsteller/) - Mike utilizes EMDR therapy as a primary modality to help clients process trauma in a way that feels safe, supported, and manageable. - [Meet Our Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meet-our-therapists/) - Our therapists specialize in experiential trauma therapy and provide in-person and telehealth sessions to individuals in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. - [Abby Williamson](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/abby-williamson/) - Abby Williamson is a clinical intern at Phoenix Center, and a third-year Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Messiah University - [Meb Carroll](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meb-carroll/) - Meb is a Licensed Counselor who utilizes psychodrama, EMDR, trauma therapy, and spiritual/pastoral counseling across a diverse range of client backgrounds. - [Jo Osborn](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/jo-osborn/) - Jo Osborn is a clinical intern who is passionate about creating a safe, empowering space for deep self-exploration, grounded in trust and collaboration. - [Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama/) - Psychodrama is an experiential psychotherapy approach that utilizes role playing techniques and other action methods to address psychosocial issues. - [Family and Support Services](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/family-and-support-services/) - At The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, we recognize that healing extends beyond the walls of a therapy office. It is an ongoing process that takes place at home, at work, and in our relationships with family and friends. While we may have someone supporting us on our journey, they may not fully understand - [Family and Friends of Trauma Survivors](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/family-and-friends-of-trauma-survivors/) - This free monthly support group is dedicated to helping family and friends of trauma survivors who are currently in therapy. - [Angela Pensyl](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/angela-pensyl/) - Angela Pensyl is a clinical intern at Phoenix Center and currently pursuing her master’s degree in Community & Trauma Counseling at Thomas Jefferson University - [Hairee (Lee) Hayden](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/hairee-lee-hayden/) - Hairee Hayden is a clinical intern at Phoenix Center, and a student at Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. - [Bethlehem Guerra](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/bethlehem-guerra/) - Bethlehem Guerra is a Master of Social Work student at Temple University and a clinical intern at the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy. - [Mitch Boyle](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/mitch-boyle/) - Mitch Boyle is a clinical intern pursuing his Master of Social Service degree at Bryn Mawr College Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research - [Brian Gallagher](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/brian-gallagher/) - Brian has studied "the art of listening & healing" for the past 30 years and has both given and received thousands of counseling sessions, - [Psychodrama Training Program](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-training-program/) - This training program offers over 100 hours of education and experiential learning for professionals seeking to advance their skills in psychodrama. - [Happy Harmonies](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/happy-harmonies/) - Work on strengthening your bond with your child while engaged in musical activities designed for early childhood development. - [Free Support Groups](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/https-www-phoenixtraumacenter-com-community-peer-support-groups/) - Support groups provide coping skills and bring together members with similar lived experiences to support each other as they navigate trauma recovery. - [Restoring Wholeness After Sexual Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/restoringwholeness/) - This group is designed to provide a nurturing and compassionate space where survivors can begin to heal, strengthen their power and rebuild trust in themselves. - [Group Services](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/group-services/) - Our in-person and virtual therapy groups are led by experienced licensed therapists with expertise in trauma care and experiential therapy. - [Getting Started](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/becoming-a-client/) - The Phoenix Center is a trauma-informed therapy clinic, and we value and prioritize transparency. Learn what to expect when reaching out to our center. - [About Us](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/about-us/) - The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (PCETT) is a psychotherapy practice located in Media, PA specializing in trauma, grief/loss, and addiction. - [Meet Our Manager of Community Relationships](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meet-our-intake-coordinator/) - In my role at the Phoenix Center, creating a space (whether physical or virtual) that is affirming and welcoming is my highest priority. - [Continuing Education and Training for Your Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/continuing-education-and-training-for-your-team/) - From non-profits to large-scale healthcare providers, our team is known for delivering high quality, engaging, and trauma-informed training for professionals. - [Grief and Loss Training for Your Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/grief-and-loss-training-for-your-team/) - Having a foundational understanding of the grieving process, and tools to utilize in the workplace, is essential for your team to maintain psychological safety. - [Reva Bottles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/reva-bottles-2/) - Reva brings a high level of emotional attunement to her work, meeting clients exactly where they are and co-creating a safe therapeutic container. - [María José Sotomayor-Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/maria-sotomayor-giacomucci/) - Maria Jose with individuals, couples, and families that experience trauma, grief, loss, uncertainties with the legal system, detention, and incarceration. - [Phoenix Center Leadership Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/pcett-leadership-team/) - The Phoenix Center Leadership Team is committed to ensuring all services are trauma-informed, client focused, and delivered with a high level of integrity. - [Somatic Therapy and Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/somatic-therapy-and-healing/) - Somatic therapy is a powerful, body-centered approach to mental health treatment that highlights the profound connection between the mind and body. - [Shana Bryan](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/shana-bryan/) - Shana Bryan is a clinical intern at The Phoenix Center who is dedicated to fostering affirming, inclusive spaces where clients feel seen, supported, and safe. - [Sarah Jayne Oltz](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/sarah-jayne/) - As a Certified Trauma Professional, Sarah Jayne has expertise in helping clients navigate the complexities of trauma and takes pride in creating a safe space. - [Add CE Hours to Your Event](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/ceus/) - The Phoenix Center is available to co-sponsor your events, allowing your participants to accrue the CE's they need for license renewals. - [Integrating Gender Affirming Care into Trauma-Informed Care](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/integrating-gender-affirming-care-into-trauma-informed-care/) - This workshop offers a comprehensive overview of both Trauma-Informed Care and Gender Affirming care, to create affirming practices for all clients. - [Psychodrama Training](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-training/) - Psychodrama is one of the oldest therapy models, was popularized in the 60s and 70s, and is starting to become highly sought after again in the United States. - [Wednesday Webinars](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/wednesdaywebinars/) - In our first year, we provided more than 1,000 free Continuing Education (CE) hours to professionals in the mental health field - [Carolyn Smith](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/carolyn-smith/) - Carolyn uses a variety of strength-based approaches and healing modalities including EMDR, MBSR, talk therapy, experiential therapy, and trauma informed yoga. - [Rebecca Millner](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/rebecca-milner/) - Rebecca Milner is a clinical intern at Phoenix Center, and a student working toward her Master of Arts in Counseling at Waynesburg University. - [Nina Arcilla](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/nina-arcilla/) - In therapy, Nina Arcilla is committed to creating a supportive and accepting environment for clients, ensuring they feel heard and understood. - [Grief and Loss: Connection and Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/grief-loss-and-connection/) - This therapy group is designed to help participants deal with feelings and experiences involved with grief and loss, and is located in Media, Pennsylvania. - [Trauma-Informed Community Yoga](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-community-yoga/) - Ease into your week with Monday Night Yoga. This calming class is design to help regulate the nervous system, release stress, and restore emotional balance. - [Women’s Expressive Arts Group For Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/womens-post-traumatic-growth-group-2/) - In this group we will create a supportive space where women can learn, grow, share experiences, and connect with one another. - [Women's Expressive Arts Group Pop-Up Workshops](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/womens-expressive-arts-group-pop-up-workshops/) - These workshops will serve as a free preview for our upcoming weekly Women's Expressive Art Group that will be starting September 17, 2026. - [Internal Family Systems](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/internal-family-systems/) - Internal Family Systems (IFS) provides a framework for developing an understanding of, and relationship with, our internal worlds - [Expressive Arts Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/expressive-arts-therapy/) - Expressive Arts Therapy uses visual art, writing, movement, and music to generate deep personal growth and healing for individuals of all ages. - [Linda Degnan Solomons](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/linda-degnan-solomons/) - Linda combines her nursing expertise in psychiatry and addictions with her coaching and holistic knowledge, using both Western Medicine and Eastern Philosophy. - [Holistic Services](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/holistic-services/) - The holistic services we offer are particularly beneficial after an EMDR processing session, following longer intensive sessions, or after multi-day workshops. - [Couples and Family Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/couples-and-family-therapy/) - Couples or family therapy can help to open up communication, identify reoccurring cycles and learn how to connect with each other in a non-judgmental way. - [Join Our Intern Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/become-an-intern/) - The Phoenix Center accepts graduate counseling and social work students for their internship and practicum placements in Delaware County, PA. - [Kennesha Rodgers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/kennesha-rodgers-2/) - Having experienced the transformative power of therapy, Kennesha is committed to making these services accessible, especially for under-resourced communities. - [Meryl Lammers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meryl-lammers-2/) - Meryl Lammers uses music therapy to help people navigate grief, loss, end of life care, substance use disorders, and trauma. Meryl holds a LSW and MT-BC. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Group Supervision (Online)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/online-psychodrama-supervision-group/) - These ongoing biweekly supervision groups are designed for practitioners wanting to further integrate psychodrama into their practice. - [Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/aboutme/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci provides clinical services at the Phoenix Center as well as supervision, consultation, training, and organizational leadership. - [Dave Moran](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/david-f-moran/) - Dave Moran is an Experiential Trauma Therapist and Clinical Consultant at the Phoenix Center providing therapy, consultation, and clinical supervision. - [Danielle McGrogan](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/danielle-mcgrogan/) - Danielle McGrogan is a holistic, relational, trauma-focused therapist. Danielle connects with clients through authenticity, curiosity and warmth. - [Xihlovo Mabunda](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/xihlovo-mabunda/) - Xihlovo Mabunda (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Professional Counselor whose practice is informed by her identity as a black, cisgender woman. - [Personal Growth Workshops](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/personal-growth-workshops-2/) - Personal Growth Workshops use group dynamics and sociometry to aid in growth and recovery of each individual within the group. - [Grief Counseling](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/grief-counseling/) - Before individuals can embark on a healthy grieving journey, they often need to process the trauma associated with their loss. - [Denise Chain](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/denise-chain/) - Denise is an Experiential Trauma Therapist that specializes in trauma, EMDR, Energy Work, sexual trauma, sibling trauma, caregiving, and relational trauma. - [Parenting Support Group for Neurodiverse Families](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/parenting-support-group-for-neurodiverse-families/) - Join us for a free virtual support group where we will discuss topics related to the stressors of parenting high needs children. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Training Program](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/2026-trauma-informed-psychodrama-training-program/) - Join us for an intensive, year-long journey into the heart of trauma-informed psychodrama, facilitated by Dr. Scott Giacomucci. - [Meet Our Communications Assistant](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meet-our-communications-assistant/) - My goal is to be a friendly and welcoming presence for our clients and service providers, while providing guidance regarding our facility and services. - [Order Completed](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/tickets-order/) - [Tickets Checkout](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/tickets-checkout/) - [EMDR Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/emdr-therapy/) - EMDR Therapy is a powerful approach used to treat trauma. EMDR gained recognition for its effectiveness in helping individuals process and heal from trauma. - [Individual Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/individual-therapy/) - At the Phoenix Center we strive to help our clients cultivate post-traumatic growth in their lives, through Individual and Group Therapy. - [Explaining our Fee Structure, Cost of Therapy, and Financial Accessibility](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/explaining-our-fee-structure-cost-of-therapy-and-financial-accessibility/) - We believe in transparency as a core principle of trauma-informed care created this webpage to provide you with more information about the cost of therapy. - [Workshop Policies](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/training/) - The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy provides Continuing Education for professionals in the mental health field. - [Bringing IFS into Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/bringing-ifs-into-practice/) - Our IFS workshops will offer applicable ways to begin integrating and using the foundational tenets of IFS with your current approaches in therapy. - [Phoenix Center Newsletters](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/newsletter-sign-up/) - Our active ewsletters provide weekly and monthly updates on workshops, therapy offerings, new groups, articles, videos, and practice updates. - [Continuing Education](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/continuing-education/) - The Phoenix Trauma Center’s mission is to provide quality services to our clients and high-quality education for mental health professionals. - [Psychodrama Training for Your Therapists](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/psychodrama-training-for-your-therapists/) - Incorporating simple experiential therapy techniques into your groups can significantly increase the quality of your program and keep clients engaged. - [Introduction to Expressive Arts Therapies](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/introduction-to-expressive-arts-therapies/) - In this workshop, we will explore the benefits of utilizing Expressive Arts Therapy, including processes from visual arts, music, movement, and psychodrama. - [Supporting Survivors of Religious and Spiritual Harm](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/supporting-survivors-of-religious-and-spiritual-harm-2/) - In this workshop, experiential trauma therapist Kennesha Rodgers guides participants through the deeper work of supporting survivors of religious trauma. - [Healers' Haven](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healers-haven/) - Our Healers' Haven workshops provide a space for therapists to create and develop their own peer support practices, to heal and recharge. - [The Aging Brain](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-aging-brain/) - Even if we are not working with older adults, our clients will eventually age, and how we treat clients today will impact their outcomes later in life. - [Working with Immigrant and Refugee Communities](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/working-with-immigrant-and-refugee-communities/) - This workshop explores trauma-informed practices for working with immigrant and refugee communities, particularly around current legislative and policy changes. - [Trauma-Informed Care Training](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-care-training/) - We can help teach your clinicians, leadership, and non-clinical frontline staff how trauma impacts the body and the mind. - [Team Building and Workplace Wellness](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/team-building-and-workplace-wellness/) - The stronger the team cohesion, the stronger the organization. Workplace teams function best when group cohesion is high and relationships are strong. - [Vicarious Trauma and Burnout Workshops](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/vicarious-trauma-and-burnout-workshops/) - Addressing vicarious trauma and burnout within our teams is essential to workplace wellness and ensuring positive client outcomes. - [Group Therapy Training](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/group-therapy-training/) - Group therapy is different from individual therapy and requires unique skills, theories, and training. We can help your team develop these competencies. - [Contact Us](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/contact-us/) - Whether scheduling an intake, providing feedback, or exploring our training opportunities, we have multiple ways to get in touch with us. - [Training for Your Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/training-for-your-team-in-experiential-trauma-therapy/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci and other staff regularly provide training for clinical teams at various programs and treatment centers in the tri-state area and beyond. - [Drop-In Trauma Recovery Support Community Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/drop-in-trauma-recovery-support-community-group/) - This group is a space for people to meet, connect, and grow beyond their trauma using active listening, encouragement, feedback, and shared experiences. - [Internal Family Systems](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/internal-family-systems-2/) - The Phoenix Center has both IFS-trained and IFS-informed therapists, and we frequently offer IFS workshops for clinicians interested in learning more about IFS. - [LGBTQIA+ Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/lgbtqia-healing/) - Our LGBTQIA+ Healing Therapy Group offers a welcoming, affirming space for queer adults (18+) seeking healing, growth, and deeper connection. - [Referring a Client to Our Center](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/referring-a-client-to-our-center/) - Clients are often referred to us for our experience in trauma and experiential therapies, including EMDR, Psychodrama, Expressive Arts, Somatic Therapy and IFS. - [Supervision](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/supervision/) - Phoenix Center's director/founder, Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP is available to provide supervision hours for professionals pursing licensing through the Pennsylvania State Licensing Board for Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors. Additionally, as an Approved Experiential Supervisor (AES), Scott can provide experiential therapy supervision for therapists and other professionals - [Supporting Survivors of Religious and Spiritual Harm](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/supporting-survivors-of-religious-and-spiritual-harm/) - In this 3-part training series, trauma therapist Kennesha Rodgers guides participants through the deeper work of supporting survivors of religious trauma. - [Explore Types of Therapy and Modalities](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/explore-our-experiential-modalities/) - Many experiential modalities focus on deep healing, rather than trying to change how we think, feel, or act in the present moments. - [Personal Growth Workshops with Dr. Scott](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/personal-growth-workshops-with-dr-scott/) - Our Personal Growth Workshops are designed to foster post-traumatic growth and utilize the healing power of community in trauma recovery. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/faq/) - Learn about our trauma therapy offerings, costs, location, virtual options, levels of care, and more in our Frequently Asked Questions. - [Trauma Recovery Coaching Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-recovery-coaching-sessions/) - At the Phoenix Center, our coaching services are designed with a deep understanding of trauma, neurobiology, and personal transformation. - [Training Testimonials](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/training-testimonials/) - Continuing Education is a core value of our practice. We are excited to share some of our training testimonials from over the past few years. - [Reclaiming Sacred Self](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/reclaiming-sacred-self/) - Through mindfulness, body-based practices, creative expression, and compassionate witnessing, we’ll make space for your story, - [Resilience through Art: Women's Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/resilience-through-art/) - Visual arts, writing, sculpting, and drama therapy prompts will be offered to tap into internal resources and grow from adverse experiences - [All Blog Posts & Articles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/blog-2/) - Our Blog is a collection of articles written by the therapists at our Center. Our articles are centered around trauma therapy and post-traumatic growth. - [Therapy for Kids and Teens](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/therapy-for-kids-and-teens/) - Access to therapy during childhood and adolescence can greatly influence our ability to cope and form healthy relationships in adulthood. - [Intensive Trauma Therapy Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/intensive-therapy-sessions/) - With intensives, clients can establish a heightened sense of safety and trust, allowing for a more continuous and naturally paced exploration of their trauma. - [The Healers' Haven](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/the-healers-haven/) - The Healers' Haven at Phoenix Center Where Therapists come to reconnect, release, and recharge You are an amazing therapist! You give your heart and your mind fully to your clients. This inevitably pushes you up against the limits of your attention - as you are affected by both the trauma conveyed in their stories, and - [Alexandra Rodriguez](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/alexandra-rodriguez/) - In a safe and affirming environment, Alexandra will work with you to explore your earliest memories of family, relationships, and community experiences. - [Critical Incident and Community Trauma Response ](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/critical-incident-and-community-trauma-response/) - We can guide you in creating a crisis response that fits the needs of your organization and offers direct education and emotional support to your staff. - [Finding Our Center](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/finding-our-center/) - Please note we do not take walk-ins. Services are provided by appointment only. If you are interested in learning more about our services, please contact our intake coordinator at 484-440-9416. Our address: 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 In-Person: The office is directly across from Media Dental. If you are coming from Baltimore Pike, you - [Client Feedback](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/client-feedback/) - We are grateful for your feedback and look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. - [Healthcare Professionals' Support Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healthcare-professionals-support-group/) - This burnout prevention group will meet once a month to help medical professionals both vent frustrations and learn to manage those frustrations in the moment. - [Caregiver Support Workshops](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/caregiver-support-workshops/) - Our caregiver support workshops focus on each caregiver, offering peer support, therapeutic exercises, psychoeducation and resource exploration. - [Chris Klem: Continuing Education](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/chris-klem-coaching-education/) - Education & Training Chris (he/him) is an educator who is passionate about creating safer spaces for individuals to learn and grow, both professionally and personally. Chris is affirming of LGBTQIA+ individuals and adaptive to those needing support with social anxiety and non-traditional learning methods. Adult learning and continuing education have been embedded in Chris' professional - [Meet Our Interns](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meet-our-interns/) - Our Interns are available to provide low-cost therapy services in our Low-Cost program. Each of our interns receive EMDR training, along with additional training and support from the clinicians at our center. You can review their bio by clicking their photo. More information about our Low-Cost Program can be found below on our Frequently Asked - [LGBTQIA+ Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/lgbtqia/) - ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR JANUARY 2025 Led by Sarah Jayne Oltz, MS, NCC, CTP (she/they) Date & Time: This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30pm - 7:00pm. January 14, 2025 - April 1, 2025 Location: In-person group at the Phoenix Trauma Center- 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 Cost: $60 per session (sliding scale - [Meryl Lammers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/meryl-lammers/) - Not Accepting New Clients in Our Low-Cost Program Meryl Lammers (she/her/hers) is a graduate student at Bryn Mawr’s Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from the State University of New York at New Paltz, and has been a practicing board-certified music therapist since 2005. Meryl - [Resilience Toolkit](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/resilience-toolkit/) - Resilience Toolkit for Bouncing Back - [](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/post-traumatic-growth-group/) - Finding Growth And Strength After Trauma Led by Meb Carroll, BA, MA, MS, LACMH Date and Time: Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 PM. Beginning October 2, 2024 Location: In-person- 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063Cost: $85 per session (low-cost options are available; contact us if cost is your only barrier to attending). Our Finding Growth and Strength - [Hayley Bérot-Millison](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/hayley-berot/) - Not Accepting New Clients at this time.Contact us at 484-440-9416 to learn more about our therapists with current openings. Hayley Bérot-Millison, M.A. CMHC, NCC, CTP, (she/her/hers) has a vast array of clinical experience in the field of counseling working with both teens and adults who have experienced various forms of trauma including, but not limited - [Personal Growth Workshops](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/personal-growth-workshops/) - Presented by Brian Gallagher, LCSW Date & Time: June 22nd, 2024 | 9:00am – 12:00pm Cost: $125 for professionals | $75 for students Location: Phoenix Center in Media, PA If you are interested in joining this event, please follow the following steps: Step 1: Pay for the event using Paypal. Step 2: Fill out the registration form - [Mental Health Professionals Support Group: Growing from Vicarious Trauma and Burnout](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/vicarious-post-traumatic-growth-for-mental-health-professionals-a-free-peer-support-workshop-for-self-care-and-community/) - Date & Time: 1st Mondays of each month from 6:30-8:30pm May 6th, 2024 from 6:30-8:30 pm June 3rd, 2024 from 6:30-8:30 pm July 1st, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm August 5th, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm September 2nd, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm October 7th, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm November 4th, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm December 2nd, 2024 from 6:30-8:30pm Location: Online on Zoom - [LGBTQIA Group: Navigating Being Queer in America](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/lgbtqia-group-navigating-being-queer-in-america/) - Photo Credit: Cottonbro Studio This group is no longer accepting clients! Led by Ella Emmer (She/Her/Hers) & Sarah Jayne Oltz (She/Her/Hers) Date & Time: Thursdays 5:30-7:00 pm Location: In-person group at the Phoenix Trauma Center- 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 Cost: $60 per session (sliding scale available) About This Group: Our LGBTQ+ group is a - [Privacy Policy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/privacy-policy/) - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy Information You Provide Us - Including Emails and Names for Email List Most of our website visitors explore our website without providing any information about themselves. If you complete an email sign up form, register for an event, or submit a form of interest for a service offering, you - [Free Resources for Mental Health Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/free-resources-for-mental-health-professionals/) - We want to help support all of the incredible work that you and your organization are doing by providing some free resources that we have created or compiled on this page. To access a category, please click on each picture. Thanks for all you do! Free Outside Resources SAMHSA Concept Trauma and Guidance: Trauma Informed - [Free Handouts for Mental Health Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/free-handouts-for-mental-health-professionals/) - Below please find a list of free educational materials that have been developed by the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy. We encourage you to use these resources with clients, supervisees, trainees and students. https://phoenixtraumacenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Post-Traumatic-Growth-Handout_©-2024-Phoenix-Center-for-Experiential-Trauma-Therapy-LLC.-All-Rights-Reserved.pdf - [Individual Therapy Services](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/services/) - Individualized Psychotherapy specialized in trauma & PTSD, grief & loss, and substance abuse. Individual sessions are personalized based on your own needs, preferences, and wants. Most clients meet with an individual therapist for an hour each week while others meeting multiple times each week, bi-weekly, or less frequently. Individual sessions are flexible and may be - [Trauma-Informed Organizations and Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-organizations-and-practice/) - Are you interested in working to make your organization more "trauma-informed"? Nowadays every organization seems to claim that they are trauma-informed but very few organizations have actually implemented SAMHSA's guidance for trauma-informed organizations and practice. We can help you and your organization do just that! Being "trauma-informed" is much more than having a trauma therapist - [Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy, Psychodrama, & Organizations: Action Methods for Leadership](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/trauma-informed-principles-in-group-therapy-psychodrama-organizations-action-methods-for-leadership/) - We are thrilled to announce a new book publication by Dr. Scott Giacomucci titled: "Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy, Psychodrama, & Organizations: Action Methods for Leadership". "Scott’s book is an important and necessary addition to the field about the specific aspects of psychodrama to a trauma-informed knowledge base on the uses of the dramatic arts - [Contact Us](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/contact/) - Call us at 484-440-9416 Fax number - 484-551-0474 Phoenix Center New Client Info or Referrals - Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com - [Creating Connections Through Movement and Dance](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/movement-group/) - Presented by Athena Turek, B.A Dates: Tuesdays, 3/21, 3/28, & 4/4/2023 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Phoenix Center basement meeting room, 524 N. Providence Road Media PA 19063 Cost: Free group, or pay what you can (suggested donation if able $20 per class) About the Group: A three-part workshop series using movement to explore relationship building. - [CE Certificate Request](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/ce-certificate-request/) - All workshop participants are responsible for keeping track of their certificates of attendance and workshop participation. In the event that you have lost your certificate, you can email us to request replacement of a missing certificate. For requests of a single certificate, there won’t be a cost associated (one per year). For requests of two to - [Healing from Collective Trauma Community Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healing-from-collective-and-identity-based-trauma-community-group/) - Presented by Xihlovo Mabunda, MS, LPC, NCC & PCETT Collective Trauma Services Coordinator If you are interested in joining this peer support group, please fill out our registration in order to register. Click here to register!You will be contacted by our group leader for a follow-up conversation. Date & Time: This group will begin on - [LGBTQIA+ Group: The Power of Community to Heal from Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/lgbtqqiap-group-the-power-of-community-to-heal-from-trauma/) - Accepting New Client in January 2023. Please contact us if you would like to be added to our waitlist. Please contact us at 484-440-9416. Lewis will schedule a short call with each participant to assess eligibility prior to joining the group Led by Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, & Ari Kirkman, B.A (short bio below) Date - [Experiential Therapy Training Informed Consent](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/experiential-therapy-training-informed-consent/) - Informed Consent for Experiential Training Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy Overview: This Agreement outlines the expectations for participants in experiential training workshops hosted at the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy in Media, PA. Participants are expected to read and agree to this document before registering for workshops. If you have any uncertainties or - [](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/about/) - Specialized Treatment for Trauma, Loss & Addiction We are an outpatient trauma therapy center, specializing in trauma, grief/loss, and substance use, located at 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063.The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is named after the legendary figure of the phoenix. Mythology suggests that the phoenix dies and is reborn from - [First Responders Seeking Transformation](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/first-responders-seeking-transformation/) - If you are interested in joining this group, please contact us at 484-440-9416. Hayley will schedule a short call with each participant to assess eligibility prior to joining the group. Led by David Moran, MSW, LCSW, CADC, TEP & Hayley Berot, B.A Date & Time: Group meets every Tuesday from 4:00-6:00pm. Group will be open - [Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama Book](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/social-work-sociometry-psychodrama-book/) - We are thrilled to announce the book publication by Dr. Scott Giacomucci titled "Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, & Social Workers".The full open-access ebook is freely available here! This is the first book to comprehensively outline the intersections between the fields of social work, sociometry, and psychodrama. Sections - [Community Support Group for those Impacted by the Overturning of Roe vs. Wade](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/community-support-group-for-those-impacted-by-the-overturning-of-roe-vs-wade/) - Please read before registering for this event. Registration below. Please click here to register by no later than Monday, July 18 at 5pm. Date & Time: Tuesday July 19, 2022, 5pm – 6:30 pm (EST/NYC Time Zone) This is an online zoom event; the link will be provided after registration. Space is available to 25 - [LGBTQQIAP+ Group: Healing from Trauma and Unifying All Parts of Yourself](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/lgbtqqiap-group-healing-from-trauma-and-unifying-all-parts-of-yourself/) - Led by Lewis Johnson, B.A, CTP, Counselor-In-Training (short bio below) Date and Time: Begins Thursday, April 28, 2022. Group will meet Thursdays from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM via teletherapy (Zoom). Cost: $120 per session (sliding scale available) The purpose of this group is to bring together adults of the LGBTQQIAP+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, - [Your Affectional Orientation (LGBTQQIAP+), Religion, and Spirituality: Unifying All Parts of Yourself](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/your-affectional-orientation-lgbtqqiap-religion-and-spirituality-unifying-all-parts-of-yourself/) - Led by Lewis Johnson, Counselor-In-Training (short bio below) Date and Time: Begins Thursday, April 28, 2022. Group will meet Thursdays from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM via teletherapy (Zoom). Cost: $120 per session (sliding scale available) Affectional orientation is a newer term, which affirms that the experience or attraction of someone in the LGBTQQIAP+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, - [Relationship with Self and Others: Growing Beyond Relational Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/relationship-with-self-and-others-growing-beyond-relational-trauma/) - Led by Haydn Briggs (short bio below) This group will open to new clients. Please contact us if interested in joining this group. Group meets every Wednesday evening from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EST)On teletherapy. Cost: $120 per session (sliding scale available) A 30-minute Intake Assessment on Zoom is required before joining group. We - [No Surprises Act & Good Faith Estimate Disclosure Statement](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/no-surprises-act-disclosure/) - You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your medical care will costUnder the law, health care providers need to give patients who don't have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.• You have the right to receive a Good - [Healing the Intersection of Shame and Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/healing-the-intersection-of-shame-and-trauma/) - Presented by Rachel Saccarelli, EH.M, PRS, LE, LMT, Phoenix Center Clinical Intern, (she/her/hers). Date & Time: Wednesday, January 12, 2022, from 6 PM-7:30 PM Zoom Workshop Cost: Pay what you can! (suggested donation, if financially able, $20) Shame impacts us for multiple reasons; however, the prime reason shame is so significant in our healing journies is - [Publications & Videos](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/publications/) - Written Publications July 2021 - Psychodrama as an Effective Treatment for Trauma and PTSD by Scott Giacomucci, APA The Group PsychologistNovember 2020 - Experiential teaching through sociometry and role-play by Scott Giacomucci APA The Group PsychologistNovember 2020 - Teaching Psychodrama in Universities: Role Transition from Trainer to Professor by Scott Giacomucci ASGPP PNNAugust 2020 - - [Managing Stress, Anxiety & Trauma Responses: A Strengths-Based Resourcing Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/managing-stress-anxiety-trauma-responses-a-strengths-based-resourcing-group/) - Group led by Heather Baron, MEd, MSS, LCSW (short bio below) Dates and Time: This group will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (EDT) for 8 weeks. Start date will be determined when there are enough group members. This group will meet on Zoom Cost: $85 per session (sliding scale available) - [Series: Getting Curious: An Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/client-workshop-internal-family-systems-model/) - Presented by Rachel Longer, MSS, LSW, CET II & Lauren Sullivan, Med, MS, NCC Date & Time: Tuesday, September 21 & Tuesday, September 28, 2021 | 6:30- 7:30 PM (EST) Online Offering via Zoom (register for Zoom link) Suggested Donation, if financially able, $40 for both sessions. Click here to register for this event This two-part - [Transforming Burnout: An Experiential Mutual Aid Group for Graduate Social Work Students](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/transforming-burnout-a-mutual-aid-group-for-graduate-social-work-students/) - Date & Time: Mondays, 7:00- 8:00 p.m. Beginning February 1, 2021 Cost: Pay what you can! (suggested donation, if financially able, $20 per session). Virtual Zoom meeting Graduate social work students face challenges specific to the social work curriculum. This year, COVID-19 and heightened political stress have magnified these experiences for many, leading to high - [Experiential Trauma Therapy and Psychodrama Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/experiential-trauma-therapy-and-psychodrama-group/) - Led by Amy Stone (short bio below) Date and Time: Thursday evenings 6:00-8:00pm (EST) . Currently on teletherapy Cost: $85 fee (sliding scale available) This action-based group is designed to be a safe place for trauma survivors to come together and support each other on the shared journey of healing and post-traumatic growth. Sessions will include a mix - [Testimonials](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/testimonials/) - "The EDMR treatment with Scott truly was life changing. I bounced back from the lowest point in my life very quickly after just a few sessions. Even though our timing was cut short because I had to move back to school; I saw a huge change in the sessions we had. I highly recommend EDMR ## Events - [Trauma-Informed Principles as Ethical Principles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-as-ethical-principles-3/) - This workshop outlines the basics of trauma-informed care and its value as a supplement to our codes of ethics for professional standards. - [Suicide Prevention and Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/suicide-prevention-and-trauma-therapy-2/) - The process of engaging clients in trauma therapy while continuously assessing for suicidality is delicate but essential. - [2026 Trauma-Informed Care Training Series: Virtual](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/2026-trauma-informed-care-training/) - This workshop series is designed to outline SAMHSA’s definition of trauma and trauma-informed care for mental health practitioners, leaders, and professionals. - [Psychodrama, Addiction, and Defenses: From Protection to Connection](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-addiction-and-defenses-from-protection-to-connection/) - This experiential workshop offers a trauma-informed and strengths-based framework for working with defenses in psychodrama. - [One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work (Hybrid)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-trauma-informed-empty-chair-work-hybrid/) - This hybrid workshop is designed for professionals and psychodrama trainees interested in learning to direct psychodramas in individual sessions. - [Free: Women's Expressive Arts Pop-Up Workshop](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-womens-expressive-arts-pop-up-workshop-2/) - Interested in our Women's Expressive Arts Group, but want to try out the group setting before joining? We are offering two free workshops this summer. - [Free: Women's Expressive Arts Pop-Up Workshop](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-womens-expressive-arts-pop-up-workshop/) - Interested in our Women's Expressive Arts Group, but want to try out the group setting before joining? We are offering two free sessions thi ssummer. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-practice-2/) - This workshop is designed for psychodrama students, practitioners, and trainers-in-training to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. - [Gender Affirming Care for Trauma-Informed Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/gender-affirming-care-for-trauma-informed-professionals/) - This live workshop is designed for trauma-informed professionals who want both an introductory and comprehensive dive into Gender Affirming Care. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive-6/) - This psychodrama directing intensive is designed for students, practitioners and trainers-in-training to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. - [Loss, Trauma, Resilience, and New Beginnings Through Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/loss-trauma-resilience-and-new-beginnings-through-psychodrama/) - In this workshop, psychodrama will be presented with emphasis on its ability to renegotiate grief/loss and promote resolution or closure. - [Attachment-Focused Psychodrama: The Importance of Relationships and Group Cohesion](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/attachment-focused-psychodrama-the-importance-of-relationships-and-group-cohesion/) - This workshop will use action methods to explore attachment theory, teachings from interpersonal neurobiology, and learn sociometry tools for relationships. - [Addressing Burnout Through Play, Community, and Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/addressing-burnout-through-play-community-and-psychodrama/) - In this workshop we will co-create community together to help address the impacts of countertransference, burnout, and vicarious trauma. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive-5/) - This psychodrama directing intensive is designed for students, practitioners and trainers-in-training to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. - [Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work: Experiential Treatment for Trauma, Addictions, and Mental Health](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramatic-empty-chair-work-experiential-treatment-for-trauma-addictions-and-mental-health-2/) - This workshop is designed for professionals interested in an intensive training focused on learning to direct psychodramas in individual sessions. - [Addressing Burnout and Building Resilience through Psychodrama: Hybrid](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/addressing-burnout-and-building-resilience-through-psychodrama-hybrid/) - This workshop focuses on the use of sociometry and psychodrama techniques to cultivate hope and resilience in the aftermath of burnout. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Dual Roles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-1-2/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: TEP Exam Prep](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-2-2/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Identity and Power](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-3-2/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [Free Webinar: Cultivating Self-Compassion in Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-cultivating-self-compassion-in-trauma-therapy/) - This workshop will explore the foundational principles of self-compassion in a clinical setting and how to help clients cultivate a kinder orientation to the Self. - [Understanding Psychosis: Unveiling the Layers and Building Bridges](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/understanding-psychosis-unveiling-the-layers-and-building-bridges/) - This workshop aims to deepen knowledge in order to enhance awareness and insight into psychosis, a complex mental health condition. - [Test Event (Do Not Register)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/test-event-do-not-register/) - Testing Event Only - [Advanced Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/advanced-psychodrama-directing-intensive/) - This psychodrama workshop is designed for advanced psychodrama students, practitioners, and trainers to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. - [2026 Foundations of Psychodrama & Exam Prep Series: Virtual](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/2026-foundations-of-psychodrama-series-virtual/) - This series is open to anyone wanting to learn foundational aspects of psychodrama history, theory, ethics, evaluation, practice, and exam preparation. - [Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Complex Trauma and CPTSD [HYBRID OPTION]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-focused-psychodrama-working-with-complex-trauma-and-cptsd/) - Trauma-focused psychodrama research continues to emerge suggesting its effectiveness in treating PTSD and offering clients corrective emotional experiences. - [Free Webinar - Dissociation-Responsive Care: A Practical Clinical Framework for Safer Trauma Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-dissociation-responsive-care-a-practical-clinical-framework-for-safer-trauma-treatment/) - This training shifts clinicians from trauma awareness to dissociative responsiveness, providing immediately usable safeguards for everyday clinical practice. - [Free Webinar: Trauma-Focused Psychodrama - Experiential Therapy for Complex PTSD [Book Release Event]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-trauma-focused-psychodrama-experiential-therapy-for-complex-ptsd/) - Participants will explore how psychodramatic methods can be adapted for trauma-informed clinical practice while maintaining safety, containment, and pacing. - [Grief, Loss, and Trauma: Closure and Connection through Psychodrama - Hybrid](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/grief-loss-and-trauma-closure-and-connection-through-psychodrama-2/) - This experiential workshop offers action methods for helping clients navigate grief and loss while seeking closure through psychodrama. - [Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-in-group-therapy-and-psychodrama-2/) - This workshop centers the six trauma-informed principles outlined by SAMHSA as guiding values in psychodrama practice, group work, and leadership. - [Psychodrama Structures in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment: Frameworks for Action (HYBRID)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-structures-in-addiction-and-mental-health-treatment-frameworks-for-action/) - This workshop will feature multiple psychodrama structures including The Little Willingness and the Angle of Opportunity from Bill Coleman. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 3](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-3/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 2](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-2/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [Trauma-Informed Community Yoga: Clients & Community](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-community-yoga-clients-community/) - Ease into your week with Gentle Monday Night Yoga. This calming class is design to help regulate the nervous system, release stress, and restore balance. - [Free Webinar: Regulate & Restore: Somatic Tools for Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-regulate-restore-somatic-tools-for-healing/) - Join us for a 1-hour webinar exploring somatic tools to help regulate emotions, calm stress response, and gently activate the parasympathetic nervous system. - [Free Webinar: Finding Your Home in Social Justice Movements](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-finding-your-home-in-social-justice-movements/) - Understand your role in social movements, clarify values, and engage in justice-oriented work in ways that are meaningful, ethical, and sustainable. - [Free Webinar: Supporting Community Activists through Somatic Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-supporting-community-activists-through-somatic-therapy/) - Learn how somatic therapy can support activists in processing social unrest, sustaining engagement, and reconnecting with their values while preventing burnout. - [Free Webinar - Beyond Forgiveness: Addressing Betrayal Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-beyond-forgiveness-addressing-betrayal-trauma/) - Learn how to assess betrayal-related distress, avoid common clinical pitfalls, and apply practical strategies to support stabilization & healing. - [Community Workshop: Reclaiming Sacred Self - A Workshop for Exploring Religious Wounds](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/community-workshop-reclaiming-sacred-self-a-workshop-for-exploring-religious-wounds/) - If you’ve been hurt by a religious experience, perhaps through harmful beliefs, spiritual authority, or the loss of a once-trusted community, you’re not alone. - [On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 1](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/on-becoming-a-psychodrama-trainer-part-1/) - These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging psychodrama trainers. - [SOLD OUT: Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work: Experiential Treatment for Trauma, Addictions, and Mental Health](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramatic-empty-chair-work-experiential-treatment-for-trauma-addictions-and-mental-health/) - This workshop is designed for professionals interested in an intensive training focused on learning to direct psychodramas in individual sessions. - [Free Phoenix Client Workshop: Building Community & Trauma Recovery](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-phoenix-client-workshop-building-community-trauma-recovery/) - Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2025 Times: 6:00PM – 8:00PM Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063 Cost: Free About this Workshop These workshops are an expression of gratitude for you, our clients. Thank you for trusting us with your care. We believe in you and your recovery trauma. We also believe - [Free Webinar: Unraveling the Connection Between Dementia and Trauma in Aging Adults](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-unraveling-the-connection-between-dementia-and-trauma-in-aging-adults/) - In this 1-hour Webinar, we will begin to unravel the connection that exists between dementia, mental health, and trauma. This Webinar provides 1 CE Hour. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-practice/) - This psychodrama directing practice is designed for psychodrama students, and practitioners to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. - [Free CE Webinar: Gender Affirming Surgeries 101: An Introductory Training for Mental Health Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-ce-webinar-gender-affirming-surgeries-101-an-introductory-training-for-mental-health-professionals/) - This Webinar is an essential intro to gender-affirming surgery for support staff, clinical therapists, and anyone working with trans and gender-diverse clients. - [Psychodrama and Burnout: Moving from Vicarious Trauma to Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-and-burnout-moving-from-vicarious-trauma-to-growth/) - This workshop will introduce sociometry, psychodrama, and group interventions while exploring impacts of countertransference, burnout, and vicarious trauma. - [Free Webinar: Trauma-Informed Medication Assisted Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-trauma-informed-medication-assisted-treatment/) - This training will prepare you to effectively support clients who are exploring SUD treatment options using a trauma-informed lens. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive-4/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Monday, November 10, 2025 – Friday, November 14, 2025 8:30AM – 5:30PM (35 CE Hours) Cost: $1150 Professionals | $800 Students (This fee guarantees a directing opportunity.) Reduced Cost: $850 (Reduced cost option for those interested in attending without directing practice.) Phoenix Center – 524 - [Free Webinar - Tattoos, Trauma, and Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-tattoos-trauma-and-psychodrama/) - Tattoos offer a creative outlet for externalizing pain, meaning-making, and growth in the aftermath of adversity or important milestones in one’s life. - [Building Community and Trauma Recovery - Free Phoenix Center Client Workshop](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/building-community-and-trauma-recovery-free-phoenix-center-client-workshop/) - These workshops are an expression of gratitude for you, our clients. Thank you for trusting us with your care. We believe in you and your recovery trauma. - [Personal Growth Workshop - Healing After Loss: An Experiential Psychodrama Workshop on Grief](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/personal-growth-workshop-healing-after-loss-an-experiential-psychodrama-workshop-on-grief/) - This workshop is designed to help anyone struggling to get in touch with their grief, struggling with self-blame, or struggling to find meaning after loss. - [IFS Workshop: Therapist Parts and Self Energy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/ifs-workshop-therapist-parts-and-self-energy-part-2/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS Date: September 27, 2025: 9AM-5PM Cost: $250 Professionals, $175 Students Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 7 CE Hours for APA, NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists IFS Workshop Series: The Internal Family Systems approach to therapy offers a model that supports - [Recovering from Religious Hurt: Experiential Strategies for Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/recovering-from-religious-hurt-experiential-strategies-for-healing/) - In this 2-hour CE workshop, participants will explore the foundations of religious trauma and spiritual abuse through a trauma-informed lens. - [Responding to Religious Trauma: The Therapeutic Relationship as a Vehicle for Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/responding-to-religious-trauma-the-therapeutic-relationship-as-a-vehicle-for-healing/) - The therapeutic relationship plays a central role in healing religious trauma, often offering the first experience of safe, non-coercive connection after spiritual harm. - [Recognizing the Symptoms, Sources, and Impact of Religious Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/recognizing-the-symptoms-sources-and-impact-of-religious-trauma/) - In this 2-hour CE workshop, participants will explore the foundations of religious trauma and spiritual abuse through a trauma-informed lens. - [Psychodrama and Interpersonal Relationships: Exploring Group Dynamics, Social Connection, and Sociodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-and-interpersonal-relationships-exploring-group-dynamics-social-connection-and-sociodrama/) - Presented by: Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Dates: Friday September 12th & Saturday September 13th 8:30a - 5p; Sunday September 14th 8:30a - 3:30p | 20 CEs Cost: $675 | $465 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (7 CEs) - Cost: $250 | $165 Location: - [Understanding the Symbolism of Eating Disorders & Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/understanding-the-symbolism-of-eating-disorders-trauma/) - In this webinar, Tiffany Spilove and Dr. Gwenn Swift will explore the deep and often complex interplay between trauma and eating disorders. - [Using Music Based Interventions in Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/using-music-based-interventions-in-trauma-therapy/) - Join Meryl Lammers, MT-BC and LSW, to learn music-based interventions any therapist can use when working with people with trauma histories. - [Estrangement and Trauma: Understanding the Wounds of Disconnection](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/estrangement-and-trauma-understanding-the-wounds-of-disconnection/) - This webinar is designed to offer insight, validation and tools for those working to support others through estrangement, or who are experiencing it themselves. - [Building Community & Trauma Recovery - Phoenix Center Client Only Event](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/building-community-trauma-recovery-phoenix-center-client-only-event/) - Join Dr. Scott Giacomucci, Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacomucci, and Brian Gallagher for a series of three, unique workshops centered around healing. - [Integrating Gender-Affirming Care Into Trauma-Informed Care Principles and Practices](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/genderaffirmingpractices/) - Chris Klem Presented by Chris Klem, MS (he/him) Date & Time: Friday, March 21, 2025 8:30am - 12:30pm (1/2 day workshop) Location: To be provided after registration. * This is an In-Person workshop. Cost –Professionals: $90 ; Students $65 (Sliding Scale Rates Available) 4 CE hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists About the Workshop: This - [Open House - General Registration & CE Event](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/open-house-general-registration-ce-event/) - Join us on Friday, July 18th for our Summer Open House! This event has two registrations, please register for either our Open House General Registration or Our CE Workshop, designed for clinical professionals. If you register for the CE Event, you will be automatically registered for the General Registration and do not need to complete - [IFS Workshop: Bringing IFS into Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/ifs-workshop-bringing-ifs-into-practice-part-1/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS Date: August 2, 2025: 9AM-5PM Cost: $250 Professionals, $175 Students Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 7 CE Hours for APA, NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists IFS Workshop Series: The Internal Family Systems approach to therapy offers a model that supports - [Behind the Curtain: Uncovering Dissociation in Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/behind-the-curtain-uncovering-dissociation-in-therapy/) - This workshop provides a foundational overview of dissociation, helping clinicians become more attuned to its presence and impact in the treatment setting. - [Childhood Trauma and Its Impact Throughout Life](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/childhood-trauma-and-its-impact-throughout-life/) - Presented by: Carolyn Smith (LPC, CPT, RYT ) and Dr. Scott Giacomucci (DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP) Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: This webinar explores the lasting effects of growing up in a dysfunctional environment - [Psychodramatic Explorations of Spiritual/Archetypal Roles and Intrapsychic Dimensions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramatic-explorations-of-spiritual-archetypal-roles-and-intrapsychic-dimensions/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Friday July 25, 2025 & Saturday, July 26, 2025 8:30AM - 5:00PM & Sunday, July 27, 2025 8:30AM - 3:30PM (20 CE Hours) Cost: $675 | $465 students (* write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (7 CE Hours) - - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive - SOLD OUT](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive-3/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Monday, June 9, 2025 - Friday, June 13, 2025 8:30AM - 5:30PM (35 CE Hours) Cost: $1150 Professionals | $800 students (this fee guarantees a directing opportunity) DIRECTING SPOTS SOLD OUT $850 (Reduced cost option for those interested in attending without directing practice) Phoenix Center – - [Free Webinar: Making Sense of What Hasn't Made Sense](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-making-sense-of-what-hasnt-made-sense/) - Presented by: Dr. Ramona Palmerio-Roberts, PsyD, CCTP-II, CET, CCS Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: The impact of trauma has gained the attention of health care policymakers and providers across the country over the last several years, accompanied - [Healing Religious Trauma through a Trauma-Informed Lens](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/healing-religious-trauma-through-a-trauma-informed-lens/) - Presented by: Kennesha Rodgers, CTP Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: Religious trauma can deeply impact a person’s sense of self, safety, and belonging. For many, faith communities offer connection and meaning—but for others, they become sources of - [Free Webinar: Utilizing Reiki to Enhance Therapeutic Outcomes](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-utilizing-reiki-to-enhance-therapeutic-outcomes/) - Presented by: Denise Chain, M.S., NCC, CTP Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: Reiki is defined as universal life force energy and has been practiced for hundreds of years. Whether you currently engage in energy work, are curious - [Free Webinar: Introduction to EMDR](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-introduction-to-emdr-2/) - Presented by: Meb Carroll, BA, MA, MS, NCC Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: EMDR is one of the most sought-after modalities in trauma therapy and has gained global attention over the past decade. EMDR stands for “Eye - [One-to-One Psychodrama Directing Practice: Resourcing, Trauma, and Recovery](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-practice-resourcing-trauma-and-recovery/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Friday Feb 28th & Sat March 1st 8:30AM - 5:00PM & Sunday March 2nd 8:30AM - 4:00PM (20CEs) Cost: $650 Professionals | $450 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (7 CEs) – Cost: $225 Professionals | $155 Students Phoenix - [Introduction to Somatic Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-somatic-therapy/) - Presented by: Sarah Jayne Oltz, MS, NCC, CPT Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM, EST Location: Online/Zoom CE: Provides 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About the Webinar: This webinar provides an introduction to somatic therapy, a holistic approach to healing that integrates the body into the therapeutic process, - [Introduction to Internal Family Systems: A 2-day Experiential Workshop for Getting Started with IFS](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-internal-family-systems-an-experiential-workshop-for-getting-started-with-ifs/) - Introduction to Internal Family Systems: An 2-day experiential workshop for getting started with IFS Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Friday March 28th and Saturday March 29th, 2025, 9am-5pm Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday, both with a 1 hour lunch break Cost: $499| $350 students (*write to us if cost is your only - [Understanding Xylazine: Harm Reduction, Withdrawal, and Overdose Reversal](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/understanding-xylazine-harm-reduction-withdrawal-and-overdose-reversal/) - Presented by: Presented by: Sarah Laurel, Prevention Educator Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual/Zoom 1 CE for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists. Cost: FREE The purpose of this presentation is to provide a comprehensive understanding of harm reduction strategies, public health issues, current drug trends, and wound care related - [Introduction to Internal Family Systems : IFS’s Approach to Working with Trauma and (C)PTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-internal-family-systems-ifss-approach-to-working-with-trauma-and-cptsd/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 9:00am – 4:00pm with a 1-hour break Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About - [Free Webinar: Immigrant and Refugee Mental Health](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-immigrant-and-refugee-mental-health/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacomucci (she/her) Wednesday, October 16, - [Free Webinar: Deepening Our Understanding of LGBTQIA+ Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-deepening-understanding-of-lgbtqia-trauma/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Sarah Jayne Oltz, MS, NCC, CTP (she/they) Wednesday, - [Free Webinar: Introduction to EMDR](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-introduction-to-emdr/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Meb Carroll, BA, MA, MS, LACMH Wednesday, - [Free Webinar: Introduction to Grief and Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-introduction-to-grief-and-loss/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Lincoln Blackwell, MA, NCC, CGP, CCTP Wednesday, - [Free Webinar Healers' Haven: Finding a Place to Heal and Recharge](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-healers-haven-finding-a-place-to-heal-and-recharge/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Brian Gallagher, LCSW Wednesday, June 19, 2024 - [Free Webinar Series: EMDR Readiness. When Should I Refer for EMDR Therapy?](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-series-emdr-readiness-when-should-i-refer-for-emdr-therapy/) - About our Free Webinar Series: This workshop is part one of a series of Free Webinars hosted by clinicians at The Phoenix Center for Experience Trauma Therapy. This series will take place on the third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. Please register for each event individually. Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, - [Free Webinar: Looking Beyond Traditional Stage Models of Grief](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-looking-beyond-traditional-stage-models-of-grief/) - Presented by: Lincoln Blackwell, MA, NCC, CGP, CTP (he/him) Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual/Zoom 1 CE for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists. Cost: FREE About This Webinar: Grief and loss are a somewhat universal experience in our lives. What is not so universal is the process we undergo in navigating life - [Free Webinar - From Trauma to Transformation: Supporting Transgender Clients During Their Transition](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-from-trauma-to-transformation-supporting-transgender-clients-during-their-transition/) - Presented by: Chris Klem, MS (he/him) Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual/Zoom 1 CE for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists. Cost: FREE - Register HERE - About This Webinar: A large percentage of transgender individuals decide to transition, (medically, socially or legally) at some point in their lives. Many - [Free Webinar: Caregiver Survival - Navigating Challenges and Finding Balance](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/free-webinar-caregiver-survival-navigating-challenges-and-finding-balance/) - Presented by: Denise Chain, MS, NCC, CTP (she/her) Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual/Zoom 1 CE for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists. Cost: FREE - REGISTER HERE - About this workshop: Whether you are a caregiver, or you work with folks who are, we invite you - [Free Webinar Series: Trauma-Informed Practices for Working with Immigrant & Refugee Communities](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-practices-for-working-with-immigrant-refugee-communities/) - Presented by: María José Sotomayor-Giacomucci, MSS, LSW, Director of Operations (she/her/ella) Date: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST) Location: Virtual/Zoom 1 CE for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists. Cost: FREE About this Webinar: This workshop is designed for professionals working or interested in working with immigrant and refugee communities. This session - [Test Event January 20](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/test-event-january-20/) - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive-2/) - Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy TWO SPOTS OPEN: Non-Directing Ticket Option Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: 5-day training workshop from Jan 15-19th, 2025 | Wednesday – Sunday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm Location: Phoenix Center for - [Healers' Haven Open House](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/healers-haven-open-house/) - Please submit your RSVP by 12/2/24. Please RSVP HERE Date: December 12, 2024 12:00PM - 3:00PM Cost: FREE Location: In-person at The Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 This event does not provide any CE Hours. About Healers' Haven Open House Join us on December 12, 2024 for Healers' Haven first Open House, hosted - [Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS): Helping Hardworking Protector Parts](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-internal-family-systems-ifs-helping-hardworking-protector-part/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 9:00am – 4:00pm with a 1-hour break Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About - [The Psychodrama of the Wounded Healer: Growing from Adversity, Burnout, and Vicarious Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-psychodrama-of-the-wounded-healer-growing-from-adversity-burnout-and-vicarious-trauma/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Friday Oct 4th & Saturday Oct 5th 8:30am – 5:00pm; Sunday Oct 6th 8:30am – 4:00pm (20 CEs) Cost: $650 | $450 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (7 CEs) - Cost: $225 | $155 Phoenix Center - - [Psychodrama, Sociometry, & Group Therapy: Attachment, Relationships, and the Social Self](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-sociometry-group-therapy-attachment-relationships-and-the-social-self/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: Friday, August 2nd and Saturday, Saturday August 3rd 8:30am – 5:00pm; Sunday, August 4th 8:30am – 4:00 pm | 20 CE Hours Cost: $650| $450 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option Cost: $225 | $155 students | - [Trauma-Informed Principles as Ethical Principles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-as-ethical-principles-2/) - Date & Time: Friday January 31st, 2025 | 9am- 12pm (EST) 3 CE Hours for NBCC, PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists. *This workshop satisfies the ethics CE requirement for PA license board renewals Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Zoom Workshop Cost: $115 for professionals; $85 *This workshop satisfies the ethics CE requirement for PA license board renewals - [Suicide Prevention and Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/suicide-prevention-and-trauma-therapy/) - Date & Time: Friday January 31st, 2025, 1pm- 2pm (EST) 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists. *This workshop satisfies the suicide prevention CE requirement for PA license board renewals Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Zoom Workshop Cost: $50 for professionals; $30 *This workshop satisfies the suicide prevention CE requirement for PA license board renewals. - [Introduction to Expressive Arts Therapy: Integrating Creativity Into Your Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-expressive-arts-therapy-integrating-creativity-into-your-practice/) - Presented by: Danielle McGrogan, LSW, MSW, CET II (she/her) Date & Time: Friday, September 20th, 9:00am – 4:00pm with a 1-hour break Cost: $235 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, - [Introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS): The Basics](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-internal-family-systems-ifs-the-basics/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Saturday, September 7th 2024, 9:00am – 4:00pm with a 1 hour break Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directors Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directors-intensive/) - All ticket options are sold out for this event. Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: 5-day training workshop from Monday June 10th to Friday June 14th 8:30am – 5:30pm Location: Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Cost – Professional Registration with Directing Practice $1050, - [Intro to IFS: Accessing Therapist’s Self-Energy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/intro-to-ifs-accessing-therapists-self-energy/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Friday June, 21st 2024 9am – 4:00pm with a 1 break Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and Psychologists About - [Intro to IFS: Working with Protectors and the Flow of the Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/intro-to-ifs-working-with-protectors-and-the-flow-of-the-model/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Saturday April 27th 2024 9am – 4:00pm with a 1 hour break Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and - [Open House!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/open-house/) - We have expanded and renovated our Media office and are excited to show you our new space! Please, join us on Friday April 19th, between 2:30-5:30pm for an open house! This will be an opportunity to learn more about the services we offer at the Phoenix Center and network with other attendees. 524 N. Providence - [Cultivating Hope and Resilience through Trauma-Focused Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/cultivating-hope-and-resilience-through-trauma-focused-psychodrama/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date: Friday Dec 13th, 9am - 5:00pm | 7 CE Hours Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 About the Workshop: This workshop focuses on the use - [Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work: One-to-One Psychodrama Directing Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-empty-chair-work-one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-practice/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: Friday, January 26th and Saturday, January 27th 8:30am - 5:00pm; Sunday, January 28th 8:30am - 4:00 pm Cost: $650| $450 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option Cost: $225 | $155 students (7 CEs) Phoenix - [Trauma-Informed Sociometry and Psychodrama within Group Psychotherapy (PAGPS)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-sociometry-and-psychodrama-within-group-psychotherapy-pagps/) - Philadelphia Area Group Psychotherapy Society (PAGPS) PAGPS Winter/Spring In-Person Workshop February 3, 2024, 9:00AM – 12:30PM Eastern Time 1515 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Trauma-Informed Sociometry and Psychodrama within Group Psychotherapy 3 CE credits for Psychologists, Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists, & Professional Counselors This experiential workshop presents an introduction to sociometry and psychodrama as - [Introduction to Internal Family Systems](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-internal-family-systems/) - Presented by Lauren Williams, LSW, MSS, CTP, CRS, CFRS (she/her/they/them) Date & Time: Friday Feb 16th, 2024 9am – 4:00pm with a 1 hour lunch Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT - [Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Defenses, PTSD, and CPTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-focused-psychodrama-working-with-defenses-ptsd-and-cptsd/) - Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Defenses, PTSD, and CPTSD Nov 10th & Nov 11th 8:30am - 5:30pm; Sunday Nov 12th, 2023 8:30am - 4:00pm Full Weekend Option: 21 CE Hours for APA, NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists | 21 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Cost: $599 | $425 students (*write to us if cost is - [Vicarious Trauma and Secondary Traumatic Stress and Self-Care Training (Free Event for Chester County Providers)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/vicarious-trauma-and-secondary-traumatic-stress-and-self-care-training-free-event-for-chester-county-providers/) - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is offering a new in-person CE training series through the Chester County Department of Human Services. These events are FREE and but only open to “Chester County Providers”. We are excited to partner with Chester County to offer training for providers of the county who work tirelessly to serve - [Introduction to the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/intro-to-ifs-model/) - Presented by: Haydn Briggs MSS, LCSW, CET II, CGP Date & Time: Saturday, September 30, 2023 @ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $199 for professionals | $140 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) 6 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC - [Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Training (Free Event for Chester County Providers)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/post-traumatic-stress-disorder-training-free-event-for-chester-county-providers/) - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is offering a new in-person CE training series through the Chester County Department of Human Services. These events are FREE and but only open to “Chester County Providers”. We are excited to partner with Chester County to offer training for providers of the county who work tirelessly to serve - [LGBTQIA+ Care (Free Event for Chester County Providers)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/lgbtqia-care-free-event-for-chester-county-providers/) - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is offering a new in-person CE training series through the Chester County Department of Human Services. These events are FREE and but only open to “Chester County Providers”. We are excited to partner with Chester County to offer training for providers of the county who work tirelessly to serve - [Grief, Loss, and Trauma: Closure and Connection through Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/grief-loss-and-trauma-closure-and-connection-through-psychodrama/) - Friday March 15th 2024 9am - 5:00pm | 7 CE Hours Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP This experiential workshop offers action methods for helping clients - [One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-trauma-informed-empty-chair-work-3/) - Friday May 3rd 9am - 5:00pm | 7 CE Hours Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP This workshop is designed for professionals and psychodrama trainees interested - [Tattoos, Trauma, and Psychodrama: Externalization of Pain and Meaning](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/tattoos-trauma-and-psychodrama-externalization-of-pain-and-meaning/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: Friday Dec 8th, 9am - 4:30pm Cost: $225 | $155 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 6 CE Hours for NBCC, PA LSW/LCSW, LPC, LMFT and - [Going Further with IFS: Self-Leadership & Direct Access](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/going-further-with-ifs-self-leadership-direct-access/) - Presented by: Haydn Briggs MSS, LCSW, CET II, CGP Date & Time: Sunday, November 5, 2023 @ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM with 1 hour for lunch Cost: $199 for professionals | $140 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) 6 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC - [Trauma-Informed Leadership (Online International Workshop)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-leadership-online-international-workshop-2/) - Trauma-Informed Leadership Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP December 1st, 2023 - 7:00am - 11:00am NEW YORK TIME Trauma-informed leadership is increasingly gaining momentum as a crucial aspect of effective leadership. It emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma on individuals and implementing practices that promote safety, cooperation and trust, transparency and resilience - [Trauma-Informed Leadership (Online International Workshop)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-leadership-online-international-workshop/) - Trauma-Informed Leadership Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP November 20th, 2023 - 7:00am - 11:00am NEW YORK TIME Trauma-informed leadership is increasingly gaining momentum as a crucial aspect of effective leadership. It emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma on individuals and implementing practices that promote safety, cooperation and trust, transparency and resilience - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama [Ukraine Conference Workshop]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-ukraine-conference-workshop/) - Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Psychodrama Forum of the Ukrainian Union of Psychotherapists - Chernivtsi, Ukraine September 23rd 9:00-10:00am Eastern Time Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP More info here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2219438318306517 - [Vicarious Trauma and Vicarious Posttraumatic Growth [closed group]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/vicarious-trauma-and-vicarious-posttraumatic-growth-closed-group/) - Vicarious Trauma and Vicarious Posttraumatic Growth [closed group] September 13th, 2-3pm 2023 Mirmont Treatment Center - In-service 600 Abbot Drive Broomall PA 19008 Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci 1 CE for NBCC and PA social work, counselors, MFTs, and psychologists Define vicarious trauma Describe one experiential group process Explain the phenomenon of posttraumatic growth - [A Trauma-Informed Approach to Empower Our LGBTQIA+-Identifying Clients](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/a-trauma-informed-approach-to-empower-our-lgbtqia-identifying-clients/) - Event Cancelled Presented by: Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP, CET II Date & Time: September 8, 2023 @ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM 3 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours Cost: $65 for professionals | $45 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Online Event - [Trauma-Informed Leadership and Workplace Mental Health](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-leadership-and-workplace-mental-health/) - Trauma-Informed Leadership and Workplace Mental Health Neumann University - Center for Leadership Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Strengths-based Psychodrama: Accessing the Potential within Ourselves and Our Lives](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/strengths-based-psychodrama-accessing-the-potential-within-ourselves-and-our-lives/) - Hudson Valley Psychodrama Collective Friday October 20th, 7:30pm - 9:30pm (or 9:45pm) Boughton Place - 150 Kisor Road Highland, NY 12528 Strengths-based Psychodrama: Accessing the Potential within Ourselves and Our Lives This workshop will focus on the importance of connecting with our personal strengths, social support, and spiritual inspiration. Strengths are the building blocks - [Trauma-Informed Principles for Physical Therapists](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-for-physical-therapists/) - Trauma-Informed Principles for Physical Therapists CLOSED EVENT FOR BRIDGEBACK PROJECT - [Leadership Retreat](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/leadership-retreat/) - Leadership Retreat for Benchmark Federal Credit Union CLOSED EVENT - [Social Group Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Trauma-Informed Experiential Approaches](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-group-work-sociometry-psychodrama-trauma-informed-experiential-approaches/) - Social Group Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Trauma-Informed Experiential Approaches University of Pennsylvania - Doctorate in Clinical Social Work Seminar CLOSED SEMINAR for DSW students - [Treating PTSD & CPTSD in Action: Sociometry & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/treating-ptsd-cptsd-in-action-sociometry-psychodrama/) - Treating PTSD & CPTSD in Action: Sociometry & Psychodrama Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford NJ CLOSED IN-SERVICE - [). Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care, Sociometry, & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-trauma-informed-care-sociometry-psychodrama/) - Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care, Sociometry, & Psychodrama Clearbrook Treatment Centers CLOSED IN SERVICE - [One-to-One Psychodrama: Doubling and Dialoguing with Mental Health](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-doubling-and-dialoguing-with-mental-health/) - One-to-One Psychodrama: Doubling and Dialoguing with Mental Health Friday July 21st, 2023 12:30 – 3:30pm | 3 CE Hours Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford CLOSED IN-SERVICE - [Mind, Body, and Spirit in Trauma Healing: The Mysticism and Science of Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-magic-and-science-of-psychodrama-spirit-mind-and-body-in-trauma-healing/) - Dates: Friday Nov 11 & Saturday Nov 12, 2022 - 8:30am - 5pm; Sunday Nov 13, 2022 - 8:30am - 3:30pm Full Weekend (21 CEs) Cost: $599 | $425 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (8 CEs) - Cost: $199 for professionals | $125 for students Location: Phoenix - [Psychodrama, Sociometry, & Group Therapy: Attachment, Relationships, and the Social Self](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-sociometry-attachment-relationships-and-the-social-self/) - Dates: Friday Sept 16 & Saturday Sept 17, 2022- 8:30am - 5pm; Sunday Sept 18, 2022 - 8:30am - 3:30pm Full Weekend (21 CE Credits) Cost: $599 | $425 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (8 CE Credits) - Cost: $199 | $125 Location: Phoenix Center - 524 - [One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-trauma-informed-empty-chair-work-2/) - Friday Sept 22, 2023 | 9am - 5:00pm 7 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists and NBCC | 7 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Cost: $199 | $140 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Presented by: Dr. - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Intensive](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-directing-intensive/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Date & Time: 5-day training workshop from Monday, August 14 to Friday 18, 2023; 8:30am - 5:30pm Location: Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Cost - $975 ($700 for students) (this fee guarantees a directing opportunity). Reduced cost - [A Trauma-Informed Approach to Religious and Spiritual Integration in Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/a-trauma-informed-approach-to-religious-and-spiritual-integration-in-therapy/) - Date & Time: May 19, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (EST) 3 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours Cost: $65 for professionals | $45 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Online Event Presented by: Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP, CET I About the - [Trauma-Informed Leadership: Action Methods for Leaders, Supervisors, and Educators](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-leadership-action-methods-for-leaders-supervisors-and-educators/) - Friday April 28, 2023 | 9:00am - 5:00pm 7 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists and NBCC | 7 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Cost: $199 | $125 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Presented by Dr. - [Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-in-group-therapy-and-psychodrama/) - Friday June 2nd - Sunday June 4th, 2023 Friday 11:30am – 6:30pm (lunch break around 1pm) (6 CEs) Saturday 8:30am – 6:30pm (8.5 CEs) Sunday 8:30am – 4:30pm (6.5 CEs) Full Weekend Option: 21 CE hours for APA, NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists | 21 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Cost: - [Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: From Individual to Societal Healing (TeleDrama Bulgaria Conference Plenary)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-sociometry-and-psychodrama-from-individual-to-societal-healing-teledrama-bulgaria-conference-plenary/) - Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: From Individual to Societal Healing - Conference Plenary Session Dr. Scott Giacomucci University Hospital Lozenetz, Faculty of Medicine, Sofia University, Bulgaria June 6th, 2023 12pm - 1pm This lecture will provide an introduction to the similarities between the field of social work and the practice of psychodrama and sociometry. Parallels - [Trauma-Informed Lawyers and Judges: Responding to Trauma’s Impact on Clients, Lawyers and the Legal System](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-lawyers-and-judges-responding-to-traumas-impact-on-clients-lawyers-and-the-legal-system/) - Trauma-Informed Lawyers and Judges: Responding to Trauma’s Impact on Clients, Lawyers and the Legal System Dr. Scott Giacomucci Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers - Pennsylvania Conference May 6th-7th, 2023 - Harrisburg, PA https://www.lclpa.org/ - [Psychodrama Training (Closed Event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-7/) - Psychodrama Training (Closed Event) This is an ongoing monthly closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Trauma and Addiction Recovery: Experiential Approaches for Posttraumatic Growth - Friendly Circle Berlin Recovery Group (free recovery workshop)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-and-addiction-recovery-experiential-approaches-for-posttraumatic-growth-friendly-circle-berlin-recovery-group-free-recovery-workshop/) - FRIENDLY CIRCLE BERLIN RECOVERY WORKSHOP ONLINE - ALL 12 STEPPERS WELCOME! TRAUMA AND ADDICTION RECOVERY: Experiential Approaches for Post Traumatic Growth WITH: DR SCOTT GIACOMUCCI MONDAY MARCH 27th 1:30-3:00pm Eastern time (7:30 germany time) ZOOM: 550-501-9905 no password required Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5505019905 Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP is the Director/Founder of the - [Online Book Release Party with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/online-book-release-party-with-dr-scott-giacomucci/) - Online Book Release Party with Dr. Scott Giacomucci Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy, Psychodrama, & Organizations Sunday April 23rd 11am - 1pm (New York City Time) 1 Free CE for PA social workers, marriage and family therapists, counselors, psychologists and NBCC. Free Zoom Event Register here This book release event will include a 1hr CE training - [Book Release Party with Dr. Scott Giacomucci](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/book-release-party-with-dr-scott-giacomucci/) - Book Release Party with Dr. Scott Giacomucci Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy, Psychodrama, & Organizations Saturday April 29th, 11am - 2pm Free In-Person Event - Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Register here This book release event will include a 1hr CE training event (12pm - 1pm) focused - [Trauma-Informed Principles as Ethical Principles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-as-ethical-principles/) - THIS TRAINING IS SOLD OUT AS OF 1/26/23! NO MORE REGISTRATIONS ALLOWED Trauma-Informed Principles as Ethical Principles Date and Time: Friday January 27th, 2023, 10am - 1pm | 3 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours *This workshop satisfies the ethics CE requirement for PA license board renewals Presented by - [IFS and Suicide: Therapist Parts in Suicide Assessment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/ifs-and-suicide-therapist-parts-in-suicide-assessment/) - THIS WORKSHOP HAS SOLD OUT AND CANNOT ACCOMMODATE AND ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS Date & Time: Wednesday, January 25, 2023, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (EST) Cost: $35 for professionals | $20 for students Presented by Haydn Briggs, MSS, LCSW, CET II & Phoenix Center Group Therapy Services Coordinator. 1 CE Hour for PA social - [Psychodrama Directing Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-directing-practice-online/) - Wednesday, May 26th, 2021, 4-8 pm (EST) | Zoom Workshop| Cost: $95 ($75 for students) (write to us if cost is a barrier) Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT *4 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, and psychologists + training hours OR 4 Experiential Supervision Hours - [Psychodrama Training (closed event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event/) - This is an ongoing closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford - [Internal Family Systems Therapy: An Introduction for Curious Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/internal-family-systems-therapy-an-introduction-for-curious-professionals-2/) - Date & Time: January 14, 2023, 9 am-4 pm (with one hour lunch break) Cost: $200 for professionals | $140 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Presented: by Rachel Longer, MSS, LCSW, CET II, Certified IFS Therapist 6 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists and NBCC In-Person: Phoenix - [ASGPP Psychodrama Conference Workshops - New York City](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/asgpp-psychodrama-conference-workshops-new-york-city/) - American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama (ASGPP) Annual Conference in New York City Thursday March 30th 2-6pm - Pre-conference workshop TRAUMA-INFORMED PRINCIPLES IN PSYCHODRAMA Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, TEP and Haydn Briggs, MSS, LCSW, CET II Sunday April 2nd 9-11:30am - conference workshop PSYCHODRAMA RESEARCH: SIMPLIFYING RESEARCH FOR PRACTITONERS Joshua Marquit, PhD, and - [Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Work, Psychodrama, and Leadership - AGPA Conference Workshop - New York City](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-in-group-work-psychodrama-and-leadership-agpa-conference-workshop-new-york-city/) - 61: Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Work, Psychodrama, and Leadership 03/11/2023 - 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm This workshop presents the six trauma-informed principles outlined by SAMHSA and their utility in group work, psychodrama, and leadership. Trauma-informed principles will be approached as both clinical guidelines and ethical values. Participants will be challenged to critically reflect on their relationships to - [Psychodrama Training (Closed Event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-6/) - Psychodrama Training (Closed Event) This is an ongoing monthly closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Psychodrama Training (Closed Event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-5/) - Psychodrama Training (Closed Event) This is an ongoing monthly closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-experiential-therapy-closed-training-series-4/) - Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series) This is a closed in-service for clinical staff of Caron Treatment Centers provided by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-experiential-therapy-closed-training-series-3/) - Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series) This is a closed in-service for clinical staff of Caron Treatment Centers provided by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-experiential-therapy-closed-training-series-2/) - Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series) This is a closed in-service for clinical staff of Caron Treatment Centers provided by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-experiential-therapy-closed-training-series/) - Trauma-Informed Experiential Therapy (Closed Training Series) This is a closed in-service for clinical staff of Caron Treatment Centers provided by Dr. Scott Giacomucci - [Psychodrama Training (Closed Event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-4/) - This is an ongoing monthly closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford - [Getting to Know Protector Parts: An Internal Family Systems Approach ](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/getting-to-know-protector-parts-an-internal-family-systems-approach/) - Date & Time: March 4th, 2023, from 9 am- 1 pm Cost: $135 for professionals | $85 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Presented: by Rachel Longer, MSS, LCSW, CET II, Certified IFS Therapist 4 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & psychologists and NBCC In-Person: Phoenix Center – 524 N. - [Part 2: Introduction to Sexually-Informed & Celebratory Care in Historically Marginalized Communities](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/part-2-introduction-to-sexually-informed-celebratory-care-in-historically-marginalized-communities/) - Workshop Series: The Intersection of Sexually-Informed Care and the LGBTQIA+ Community Presented by: Rachel Saccarelli, LSW, MSW, CCTP, CSTS, EH.M, LE, LMT & Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP Date & Time: February 25, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Cost: $200 for professionals | $140 for students (*write to us if cost is your only - [Part 1: A Trauma Responsive Approach to Human Sexuality and LGBTQIA+ Informed Care](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/part-1-a-trauma-responsive-approach-to-human-sexuality-and-lgbtqia-informed-care/) - Workshop Series: The Intersection of Sexually-Informed Care and the LGBTQIA+ Community Presented by: Rachel Saccarelli, LSW, MSW, CCTP, CSTS, EH.M, LE, LMT & Lewis Johnson, M.S., NCC, CTP Date & Time: January 21, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Cost: $200 for professionals | $140 for students (*write to us if cost is your only - [One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-directing-trauma-informed-empty-chair-work/) - Friday Feb 10th & Saturday Feb 11th 8:30am - 5:30pm; Sunday Feb 12th 8:30am - 3:30pm 21 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours | 21 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Full Weekend (21 CE Credits) Cost: $599 | $425 students (*write to us if cost is your only - [Trauma-Informed Principles in Organizations, Groups, and Psychodrama [symposium workshop]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-in-organizations-groups-and-psychodrama/) - "TRAUMA-INFORMED PRINCIPLES IN ORGANIZATIONS, GROUPS, & PSYCHODRAMA" Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP FRIDAY, December 2, 2022 - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama ASGPP Fall Symposium - https://asgpp.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/3rd-ASGPP-Fall-Symposium-Brochure-FINAL-FINAL-10.31.22.pdf Registration - https://asgpp.org/3rd-asgpp-virtual-fall-symposium/ - [Freedom from Trauma through Psychodrama: Spontaneity and Post-Traumatic Growth [Ukraine conference lecture]](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/freedom-from-trauma-through-psychodrama-spontaneity-and-post-traumatic-growth-ukraine-conference-lecture/) - Freedom from Trauma through Psychodrama: Spontaneity and Post-Traumatic Growth Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP December 10th - 11th, 2022 Conference Lecture and Workshop The Association of Psychotherapists and Psychoanalysts of Ukraine (APPU) This workshop will explore the theme of freedom through the lens of psychodrama’s concept of spontaneity. Spontaneity is often - [Experientially Working with Defense Mechanisms: Addiction and Trauma Treatment (closed event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experientially-working-with-defense-mechanisms-addiction-and-trauma-treatment/) - This is a closed in-service for Steps to Recovery staff. - [Psychodrama Guest Lecture Lesley University (closed event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-guest-lecture-lesley-university-closed-event-2/) - This is a closed guest lecture by Dr. Scott Giacomucci for graduate drama therapy students at Lesley University in Cambridge, MA - [Psychodrama Training (closed event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-3/) - This is a closed all-day in-service psychodrama training for clinical staff of Maryland Addiction Recovery Center (MARC) in Towson, MD - [Psychodrama Training (closed event)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-training-closed-event-2/) - This is an ongoing monthly closed in-service for clinical staff of Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford - [Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy: Trauma-Informed Experiential Approaches (closed event for Neumann University Homecoming Weekend)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy-trauma-informed-experiential-approaches-closed-event-for-neumann-university-homecoming-weekend/) - Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy: Trauma-Informed Experiential Approaches (closed event for Neumann University Homecoming Weekend) - [Social Group Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Trauma-Informed Experiential Approaches (Closed Guest Lecture)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-group-work-sociometry-psychodrama-trauma-informed-experiential-approaches-closed-guest-lecture/) - This is a closed guest lecture for incoming students at the University of Pennsylvania Doctorate in Clinical Social Work (DSW) program. - [Leadership Retreat - Closed Event](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/leadership-retreat-closed-event/) - This is a Leadership Retreat for the leadership team at Benchmark Federal Credit Union (closed event). - [Foundational Psychodrama Theories - Vedadrama Psychodrama Institute in India (Online Closed Group)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/foundational-psychodrama-theories-vedadrama-psychodrama-institute-in-india-online-closed-group/) - This is a 3-day online closed session for students enrolled in Vedadrama's 2022 training cohort. More info here - https://vedadrama.com - [One-to-One Trauma-Focused Psychodrama Directing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-trauma-focused-psychodrama-directing/) - One-to-One Trauma-Focused Psychodrama Directing Closed Workshop for Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford NJ - [One-to-One Psychodrama in Trauma and Addiction Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/one-to-one-psychodrama-in-trauma-and-addiction-treatment/) - Date & Time: Saturday August 27, 2022, 8:30am - 1:30pm Cost: $135 for professionals | $85 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 5 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours | 5 training hours for ABESPGP & - [Closed In-Service at Banyan Treatment Center, Langhorne, PA 19047](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-at-banyan-treatment-center-langhorne-pa-19047/) - Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy, Sociometry, and Psychodrama Closed event for Banyan Treatment Center staff - [Closed In-Service at Silver Pines Treatment Center, Mahanoy City, PA](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-at-silver-pines-treatment-center-mahanoy-city-pa/) - Group Work, Group Therapy, Mutual Aid and the 12 steps Closed event for Silver Pines Treatment Center staff - [Closed In Service- Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford NJ](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-pinelands-recovery-center-of-medford-nj/) - One-to-One Psychodrama Practice Closed Workshop for Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford NJ - [Loss, Trauma, Resilience, and New Beginnings: Psychodramatic Approaches](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/loss-trauma-resilience-and-new-beginnings-psychodramatic-approaches/) - Friday, June 10th & Saturday, June 11, 2022, 8:30 am - 5 pm; Sunday, June 12, 2022 - 8:30 am - 3:30 pm | 21 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, psychologists, and NBCC Hours | 21 training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP. Full weekend Cost (21 CEs): $599 for professionals | $425 - [Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama - Guest Lecture Online - China University of Labor Relations, Beijing China](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-sociometry-psychodrama-guest-lecture-online-china-university-of-labor-relations-beijing-china/) - This is a closed event for faculty and students of the School of Social Work at China University of Labor Relations, Beijing China Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Social Workers Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP This lecture will provide an introduction to the similarities between the field of - [Trauma-Informed Group Work, Psychodrama, and Leadership - IAGP Congress - Pescara, Italy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-group-work-psychodrama-and-leadership-iagp-congress-pescara-italy/) - Trauma-Informed Group Work, Psychodrama, and Leadership Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacomucci, MSS, LSW, CTP Rachel Saccarelli, MSW, CTP, CSTS, EH.M, PRS, LE, LMT congress workshop presentation Sunday July 24th, 2022 International Association of Group Psychotherapy & Group Processes (IAGP) Congress Pescara, Italy July 21 - 24th, 2022 This event - [Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth for Mental Health Professionals: A Free Peer Support Workshop for Self-Care and Community](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/vicarious-post-traumatic-growth-for-mental-health-professionals-a-free-peer-support-workshop-series/) - Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth for Mental Health Professionals: A Free Peer Support Workshop for Self-Care and Community *This is a peer-support group, not a CEU event. About our bi-monthly workshop series: Burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma are on the rise for mental health professionals. The importance of self-care, peer-support, and community are evident for those - [Trauma-Informed Psychodrama, Group Work, and Leadership](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-psychodrama-group-work-and-leadership/) - Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP Saturday, May 7th, 2022 - 8:30 am - 5:00 pm | 8 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists; NBCC Hours | 8 training hours for ISEP and psychodrama certifications Cost: $199 | $125 students (*write to us - [PAGPS/APNAPA Conference - A Philadelphia Area Group Psychotherapy Society & American Psychiatric Nurses Association Conference](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/pagps-apnapa-conference-a-philadelphia-area-group-psychotherapy-society-american-psychiatric-nurses-association-conference/) - Contemporary Group Therapy in a (Hopefully!) Post Pandemic World A Two Day Conference: April 30 - May 1, 2022 Widener University, Chester, PA All day Saturday, April 30, 2022 (9:30-12:30 and 2:00-5:00) A-1: Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Safe Experiential Processes for Embodied Healing Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP This workshop presents trauma-focused psychodrama - [(Opening Plenary Panel) NASW Conference - National Association of Social Workers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/opening-plenary-panel-nasw-conference-national-association-of-social-workers/) - The Time is Right for Social Work National Association of Social Workers Annual Conference Onmi Shoreham Hotel, Washington DC Opening Plenary Panel - Thursday June 23rd, 8:30 - 10:00am - The Time is Right for Social Work This opening plenary will include multiple panelists including Dr. Scott Giacomucci among other plenary panelists. Working Description of - [ASGPP Conference - American Society of Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/asgpp-conference-american-society-of-group-psychotherapy-psychodrama/) - Dr. Scott Giacomucci is presenting or co-presenting multiple workshops throughout the online 2022 ASGPP annual conference and receiving the 2022 David Kipper's Scholars Award: SOCIAL WORK, SOCIOMETRY, & PSYCHODRAMA: EXPERIENTIAL APPROACHES FOR GROUP THERAPISTS, COMMUNITY LEADERS, AND SOCIAL WORKERS (pre-conference workshop) Wednesday, March 30 at 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm EST(US & Canada) - [Utilizing the Action Methods of Psychodrama in Counseling - Adelphi University - part of a 10 month certificate program](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/utilizing-the-action-methods-of-psychodrama-in-counseling-adelphi-university-10-month-certificate-program/) - Registration is open for this 10-month (60 hour) post-grad certificate in expressive arts therapies at Adelphi University in Garden City, New York! This is a great opportunity for anyone seeking in-person training and an in-depth introduction to the various expressive arts therapies! See registration, logistics, and CEU info on Adelphi's webpage - Post-Graduate Certificate in - [Addiction Treatment is Trauma Treatment: Psychodrama and Experiential Therapy - TeleDrama Symposium Workshop](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/addiction-treatment-is-trauma-treatment-psychodrama-and-experiential-therapy-teledrama-symposium-workshop/) - Topic: Addiction Treatment is Trauma Treatment: Psychodrama and Experiential Therapy (*CEs, ABE, ITI) Presenter: Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, TEP (United States) Friday January 28th, 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST Description: This workshop presents addiction and trauma as a cyclical process often fueling each other. Most clients in treatment for addictions have significant histories of - [The Autonomous Healing Center: Finding the Goodness Within - Keynote Presentation - Ukraine Umbrella Association of Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-autonomous-healing-center-finding-the-goodness-within-keynote-presentation-ukraine-umbrella-association-of-psychotherapy/) - The Autonomous Healing Center: Finding the Goodness Within Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP January 29th, 9:30 - 11am EST XVIII Psychodramatic conference of Ukrainian Umbrella Association of Psychotherapy of European Association of Psychotherapy "Simple Magic Things" More info here - Про секцію (usp.community) and here - (1) Психодраматична конференція Української спілки - [Psychodrama Directing Basics: Individual Psychodrama Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-directing-basics-individual-psychodrama-sessions/) - Friday Feb 25th & Saturday Feb 26th, 2022 8:30am - 5pm; Sunday Feb 27th, 2022 8:30am - 3:30pm Cost: $499 for professionals | $350 for students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) Friday Only Option (8 CEs) - Cost: $199 for professionals | $125 for students In-person workshop at Phoenix Center - - [An In-Person Encounter with Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth Throughout the Pandemic](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/an-in-person-encounter-with-vicarious-post-traumatic-growth-throughout-the-pandemic/) - An In-Person Encounter with Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth Throughout the Pandemic Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, PAT Sept 25th 3-5pm EST In-person at the Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media PA 19063 Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Monthly Meeting FEES: CEU'S $20 for ASGPP members, $30 for non-member $15 psychodrama non CEU hours - [Vicarious Trauma, Burnout, and Vicarious Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/vicarious-trauma-burnout-and-vicarious-post-traumatic-growth/) - This is a closed in-service for clinical staff at Pinelands Recovery Center in Medford NJ - [Closed In-Service at Manor of Hope](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-at-manor-of-hope/) - Closed Workshop for staff at Manor of Hope, Phoenixville, PA - [Closed Training at Manor of Hope](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-training-at-manor-of-hope/) - Closed all-day Workshop for staff at Manor of Hope, Phoenixville, PA - [Sociodrama as Experiential Education in the Classroom - ASGPP Symposium](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/sociodrama-as-experiential-education-in-the-classroom-asgpp-symposium/) - Sociodrama as Experiential Education in the Classroom Dr. Scott Giacomucci Saturday Dec 11th 11am-1pm “Sociodrama: Tracing the Pathway from Past to Future” 2nd ASGPP Virtual Fall Symposium www.asgpp.org - [Guest Lecture - Antioch University](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-antioch-university/) - Closed psychodrama guest lecture for Drama Therapy graduate students at Antioch University - [Guest Lecture - West Chester University](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-west-chester-university/) - Closed Guest Lecture for MSW students at West Chester University - [Internal Family Systems Therapy: An Introduction for Curious Professionals](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/internal-family-systems-therapy-an-introduction-for-curious-professionals/) - Saturday, November 20th, 2021| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM $125 ($75 for students) *If cost is a barrier, please contact us. In-Person Event at The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy- 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA 19063 Presenters: Rachel Longer, MSS, LSW, CET II & Lauren Sullivan, Med, MS, NCC *4 CEU credits available - [Strengths-Based Psychodrama: Cultivating Safety in Experiential Trauma Healing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/strengths-based-psychodrama-cultivating-safety-in-experiential-trauma-healing/) - Friday Nov 12th & Saturday Nov 13th, 2021 | 8:30am - 5pm (both days) | In-person workshop - Phoenix Center - 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Cost: $375 | $275 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier) *15 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and - [Assessing for Trauma, PTSD, and Adverse Childhood Experiences](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/assessing-for-trauma-ptsd-and-adverse-childhood-experiences/) - This is a closed in-service for Mirmont Treatment Center staff presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, PAT - [Responding to Suicidality with Resilience, Strength, & Self-Care](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/responding-to-suicidality-with-resilience-strength-self-care/) - Responding to Suicidality with Resilience, Strength, & Self-Care Dr Scott Giacomucci The Crime Victims Center of Chester County - Closed In-Service - [Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-sociometry-and-psychodrama-experiential-approaches-for-group-therapists-community-leaders-and-social-workers-2/) - Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers NASW-PA Conference - Online Monday Oct 25th 1-4:30pm Dr. Scott Giacomucci, Haydn Briggs, & Katharine Miller Walsh Registration and Info here - https://www.nasw-pa.org/page/AnnualConference - [Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama Guest Lecture - Columbia University](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-sociometry-psychodrama-guest-lecture-columbia-university/) - Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama - Guest Lecture Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, PAT Comparative Group Approaches Course - Richard Beck, LCSW, BCD, FAGPA Columbia University School of Social Work Closed Guest Lecture for MSW students - [Closed In-Service for Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-for-pinelands-recovery-center-medford-nj-2/) - Closed In-Service for Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ - [Closed In-Service for Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-in-service-for-pinelands-recovery-center-medford-nj/) - Closed In-Service for Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ - [Closed Session for Pinelands Recovery Center](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/closed-session-for-pinelands-recovery-center/) - Closed In-Service for Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ - [Psychodrama-Like Interventions: Letter Writing and Sculpting](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-like-interventions-letter-writing-and-sculpting/) - Psychodrama-Like Interventions: Letter Writing and Sculpting Sept 17th , 2021 1230-330 | 3 CE Hours | Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford CLOSED IN-SERVICE - [Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: An In-Person Introduction and Practice Session](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-focused-psychodrama-an-in-person-introduction-and-practice-session/) - Saturday September 4th, 9am - 4pm (EST) | Cost: $145 ($95 for students) *write to us if cost is the only barrier! In-person Workshop- 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT *6 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists; - [The Magic and Science of Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Spirit, Mind, and Body in Action (Ukraine Conference Plenary Presentation)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-magic-and-science-of-trauma-focused-psychodrama-spirit-mind-and-body-in-action-ukraine-conference-plenary-presentation/) - BETWEEN BODY AND SOUL ASSOCIATION OF PSYCHOTHERAPISTS AND PSYCHOANALYSTS OF UKRAINE EUROPEAN FEDERATION FOR PSYCHOANALYTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY September 10-12, 2021 | Online Conference The Magic and Science of Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Spirit, Mind, and Body in Action Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT Plenary Presentation Psychodrama’s existential philosophy suggests that human beings are - [Dreaming of Research, Writing, and Teaching: The Psychodrama Scholar-Practitioner (TeleDrama Conference)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/dreaming-of-research-writing-and-teaching-the-psychodrama-scholar-practitioner-teledrama-conference/) - SECOND INTERNATIONAL TELE’DRAMA CONFERENCE - https://www.teledrama.org/ ONLINE CONFERENCE - Sept 9-12 Living the Dream: International Sociometry & Action in the Virtual Space Dreaming of Research, Writing, and Teaching: The Psychodrama Scholar-Practitioner Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT This workshop is designed for psychodrama practitioners/students interested in expanding their role repertoire to include - [Introduction to Experiential Group Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-group-work/) - This is a closed in-service for clinical staff of Steps to Recovery Treatment Center in Levittown, PA - [The Developing Professional Self: Using Role Theory to Integrate Identities](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-developing-professional-self-using-role-theory-to-integrate-identities/) - This is a closed workshop for the VedaDrama Psychodrama Institute in India - [Ukrainian Psychotherapy University summer school - "Ethical and Technical Aspects of Psychotherapy"](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/ukrainian-psychotherapy-university-summer-school-ethical-and-technical-aspects-of-psychotherapy/) - Ukrainian Psychotherapy University 2021 summer school program - "Ethical and Technical Aspects of Psychotherapy" Monday June 28th - Ethics in Psychodrama Practice and Training Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, CP/PAT http://upu.in.ua/upueng/77-upu - [Trauma-Informed Principles and PTSD](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles-and-ptsd/) - This is a closed in-service for staff at Manor of Hope Recovery House in Phoenixville, PA - [Introduction to Psychodrama and Experiential Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-psychodrama-and-experiential-trauma-therapy/) - This is a closed staff in-service for staff at Pinelands Recovery Center in Medford NJ - [Trauma-Informed Principles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-principles/) - This is a closed in-service workshop for staff at Women Organized Against Rape. - [Ethical Challenges in Psychodrama Relationships, Practice and Training: Cultivating a Culture of Integrity and Humility](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/ethical-challenges-in-psychodrama-relationships-practice-and-training-cultivating-a-culture-of-integrity-and-humility/) - ASGPP Education Committee presents a 3-hour FREE OF CHARGE Workshop, Ethical Challenges in Psychodrama Relationships, Practice and Training: Cultivating a Culture of Integrity and Humility WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2021 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Co-creating safe and beneficial professional relationships and environments requires mindfulness and care to ethical concerns. Whether - [INTERNATIONAL YOUNG PRACTITIONERS’ SUMMIT IN PSYCHODRAMA AND OTHER ACTION METHODS “MORENO’S LIGHTHOUSE TO A NEW PROFESSIONAL DIRECTION”](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/international-young-practitioners-summit-in-psychodrama-and-other-action-methods-morenos-lighthouse-to-a-new-professional-direction/) - INTERNATIONAL YOUNG PRACTITIONERS’ SUMMIT IN PSYCHODRAMA AND OTHER ACTION METHODS “MORENO’S LIGHTHOUSE TO A NEW PROFESSIONAL DIRECTION” 29-30th of May 2021 Sunday May 30th workshop 19:00 – 21:00 CET (1-3pm EDT)– Large Group Session, lead by Dr. Scott Giacomucci “ENCOUNTERING YOUNG MORENO AND ENVISIONING A FUTURE SELF” Annotation: Jacob Moreno was a very successful young professional. - [Part I: Getting Curious: An Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/getting-curious-an-introduction-to-the-internal-family-systems-model/) - Presented by Rachel Longer, MSS, LSW, CET II & Lauren Sullivan, Med, MS, NCC Date & Time: Thursday, May 20 & Thursday, May 27, 2021 | 5:00 - 6:00 PM (EST) Online Offering via Zoom (register for Zoom link) Suggested Donation, if financially able, $40 for both sessions This two-part personal growth workshop will additionally - [Part II: Getting Curious: An Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/part-ii-getting-curious-an-introduction-to-the-internal-family-systems-model/) - Presented by Rachel Longer, MSS, LSW, CET II & Lauren Sullivan, Med, MS, NCC Date & Time: Thursday, May 27, 2021, | 5:00 - 6:00 PM (EST) (this is a continuation of our first workshop which took place on Thursday, May 20, 2021) Online Offering via Zoom (register for Zoom link) Suggested Donation, if financially - [Understanding PTSD and Trauma-Informed Principles in Action](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/understanding-ptsd-and-trauma-informed-principles-in-action/) - Monday April 26th 4:00 - 8:00 pm (EST)| Zoom Workshop | Cost: $95; $75 students; (write to us if cost is a barrier) Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT 4 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage, and family therapist, psychologists, NBCC & training hours. “Trauma-Informed” has become a buzzword - [J.L. Moreno’s Autobiographical Archetypes: Integrating the Sub-Roles of Genius](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/j-l-morenos-autobiographical-archetypes-integrating-the-sub-roles-of-genius/) - International Sociodrama Conference - Portugal J.L. Moreno’s Autobiographical Archetypes: Integrating the Sub-Roles of Genius Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT June 16-20th 2021 - Registration details here - [PSCSW Book Club Workshop - Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/pscsw-book-club-workshop-social-work-sociometry-psychodrama/) - PSCSW Clinical Book Discussion Program Book Title: Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers Giacomucci, S. (2021). Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers. Springer Nature. Free eBook Available Here - https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-981-33-6342-7 Chapter 3: History of Sociometry, Psychodrama, Group - [ASGPP Online Conference](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/asgpp-online-conference/) - Wednesday April 7th 10am - 6pm EST INTEGRATING MORENO'S METHODS INTO SOCIAL WORK (AND OTHER FIELDS) Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, CP/PAT, & Amy Stone, MSS, LSW, CET III, CP If we are to spread psychodrama around the world or at least preserve its survival for the next generation, we must integrate it within - [IASWG Symposium Presentation - Social Work, Sociometry, & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/iaswg-symposium-presentation-social-work-sociometry-psychodrama/) - Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers International Association of Social Work with Groups (IASWG) Online Symposium - www.IASWG.org Wednesday June 9th 2-3pm Scott Giacomucci; Amy Stone; & Haydn Briggs Participants of this course will learn to: 1) describe at least one theoretical similarity between social - [Depicting the Power of Relationships with the Social Atom](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/depicting-the-power-of-relationships-with-the-social-atom/) - Zoom Workshop | Cost: $95; $75 students; (write to us if cost is a barrier)| 4 CE hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapist, psychologists & training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT Relationships are one of the most important aspects of anyone’s - [Social Work, Sociometry, and Psychodrama: Experiential Approaches for Group Therapists, Community Leaders, and Social Workers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-sociometry-and-psychodrama-experiential-approaches-for-group-therapists-community-leaders-and-social-workers/) - Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | 4-7 PM (EST) | Online Workshop | 3 CE hours for PA social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors, psychologists + training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP This workshop will introduce the core overlapping philosophies, theories, and interventions between social work, sociometry, and psychodrama. Participants will learn experiential group - [Psychodrama Directing Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-directing-supervised-practice/) - Monday, March 29th, 2021 4:00 pm – 8:00pm (EST)| Online on Zoom | Cost: $95; $75 students; (write to us if cost is a barrier) Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT 4 CE hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapist, psychologists & training hours OR 4 Experiential Supervision - [Trauma-Informed Suicide Assessment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-informed-suicide-assessment/) - Tuesday Feb 2nd, 2021 12:00 – 1:00pm (EST) | 1 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, NBCC, marriage and family therapists and psychologists. Cost: $30 ($20 students) *This workshop fulfills requirements for the required 1 hour of suicide training for Pennsylvania license renewals Haydn Briggs, MSS, LSW, CET II In this workshop we will - [Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-trauma-therapy-3/) - JOIN US FOR A COMPLIMENTARY CE WEBINAR! Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy With Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT 1 CE Credit(s) Available PA social workers, marriage and family therapists, counselors, and psychologists Wednesday, January 27, 12:00–1:00 pm ET CLICK HERE TO REGISTER This workshop will present an overview of experiential trauma therapy - [Role Theory in Action: The Self Emerges from Roles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/role-theory-in-action-the-self-emerges-from-roles/) - Role Theory in Action: The Self Emerges from Roles Zoom Workshop | Cost: $80; $60 students; (if cost is your only barrier to attending, write to us)| 3 CE hours for Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT This workshop will offer a mix of didactic teaching, pen/paper exercises for role assessment, and experiential - [Spontaneity-Creativity: Warming-up to Change in Action](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/spontaneity-creativity-warming-up-to-change-in-action/) - Spontaneity-Creativity: Warming-up to Change in Action Wednesday Dec 9th 4:00 - 7:00pm (EST) | 3 CE Hours for national counselors (NBCC); Pennsylvania counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, & psychologists Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT Psychodrama’s theory of change, spontaneity-creativity theory, will be presented through Moreno’s Canon of Creativity and explored in - [One-to-One Psychodrama Teletherapy: Techniques from Brazilian Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/1448/) - One-to-One Psychodrama Teletherapy: Techniques from Brazilian Psychodrama AN EXPERIENTIAL ONLINE ZOOM WORKSHOP BY ZOLI FIGUSCH (BRITISH PSYCHODRAMA ASSOCIATION, UK) THE THEORY AND PRACTICE OF ‘INTERNAL PSYCHODRAMA’ AND ‘RELATIONSHIP PSYCHOTHERAPY’ Saturday November 7th, 2020 9:00am - 4:30pm (EST) | 6 CE Hours for national counselors (NBCC); Pennsylvania counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, & psychologists + - [Psychodrama's Existential Philosophy: God, Human Dignity/Worth, and the Autonomous Healing Center](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramas-existential-philosophy-god-human-dignity-worth-and-the-autonomous-healing-center/) - Psychodrama's Existential Philosophy: God, Human Dignity/Worth, and the Autonomous Healing Center Oct 21st, 3:30-6:30pm (EST) | 3 CE Hours 3 for PA social workers, counselors, MFTs & psychologists and training hours for ABESPGP & ISEP + Training Hours Online Zoom Workshop By Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT This workshop will teach of - [Experiential Trauma Therapy 2-Part Series Presented by the Phoenix Center Team PART 1](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-therapy-2-part-series-presented-by-the-phoenix-center-team-part-1/) - Experiential Trauma Therapy 2-Part Series Presented by the Phoenix Center Team Wednesdays August 5th & 12th at 1pm Online Workshop | 6 CE Hours Total Cost for both workshops: $140 ($100 students) August 5th, 1-4pm - Individual Trauma Therapy - 3 CE Hours One-to-One Trauma-Focused Psychodrama - Scott Giacomucci Trauma & The Internal Family Systems Model - [Resolution through Psychodrama: Addressing Incomplete Endings Caused by Coronavirus](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/resolution-through-psychodrama-addressing-incomplete-endings-caused-by-coronavirus/) - NOTE: OUR RECENT EMAIL BLAST LISTED AN INCORRECT TIME - THE WORKSHOP TIME IS 3-6PM (EST) Resolution through Psychodrama: Addressing Incomplete Endings Caused by Coronavirus Wednesday July 8th, 2020 | 3-6pm (EST)- 3 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, & psychologists Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PATONLINE WORKSHOP - [Self-Actualization Through Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/self-actualization-through-psychodrama/) - Self-Actualization Through Psychodrama Monday June 15th, 10-2pm | 4 CE Hours PA social workers, counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, & psychologists( No NBCC Hours) Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT ONLINE WORKSHOP The drive towards a life worth living with purpose and meaning is inherent in every human being. Maslow and the - [Experiential TeleTherapy Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-teletherapy-supervised-practice/) - Tuesday June 2nd, 2020 11:00AM-1:00PM Experiential TeleTherapy Supervised Practice ONLINE WORKSHOP | *2 CE Hours for PA social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists and psychologists (No NBCC Credits) OR 2 Experiential Supervision Hours Facilitated by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Cost: $50 ($35 for students) This workshop will focus on - [Yalom's Therapeutic Factors in Psychodrama & A Socially Distanced Society](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/yaloms-therapeutic-factors-in-psychodrama-a-socially-distanced-society/) - Yalom's Therapeutic Factors in Psychodrama & A Socially Distanced Society | 3 CE Hours Tuesday April 7th, 2020 10am - 1pm Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT ONLINE ZOOM SESSION - Cost: $60 ($40 for students) This workshop will outline Yalom's 11 therapeutic factors in group psychotherapy while experientially engaging participants to - [Group Therapy, Mutual Aid, & the 12 Steps](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/group-therapy-mutual-aid-the-12-steps/) - Group Therapy, Mutual Aid, & the 12 Steps Friday March 20th Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Closed Training for Pinelands Recovery Center in Medford NJ - [Phoenix Center Media Office Open House & 1 Free CEU](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/phoenix-center-media-office-open-house-1-free-ceu/) - Phoenix Center Open House Friday February 7th, 1:30pm - 5:00pm 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Join us in celebrating the recent opening of our new office in Media, PA! Complimentary refreshments, light food, & a 1 CEU presentation will be offered. Includes chances to win free registrations for a training event! Please RSVP - [Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-therapy-supervised-practice-3/) - Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice January 25th 9am – 1pm | 4 CE Credits for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and NBCC. Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Center for Families – 1225 Montrose Ave Bryn Mawr PA 19010 Cost: $80 ($50 student rate) This workshop will provide - [Psychodrama in Individual Work: Spirituality in Addiction & Trauma Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-in-individual-work-spirituality-in-addiction-trauma-treatment/) - November 8th | Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ Psychodrama in Individual Work: Spirituality in Addiction & Trauma Treatment Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci (closed staff in-service for Pinelands clinical team) - [Experiential Social Group Work: Tools for Therapists, Educators, Supervisors, and Community Leaders](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-social-group-work-tools-for-therapists-educators-supervisors-and-community-leaders/) - November 1st 9:00am – 3:30pm| Bryn Mawr, PA| 6 Credit Hours PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and Act 48 PA Educators. Experiential Social Group Work: Tools for Therapists, Educators, Supervisors, and Community Leaders Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci & Amy Stone, MSS, LSW, CET III Location: Bryn Mawr College Graduate - [TSM Directing Practice: Psychodrama and Trauma Done Safely!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/tsm-directing-practice-psychodrama-and-trauma-done-safely/) - Date: March 28-31, 2019 Location: Temenos Retreat Center, 1564 Telegraph Rd, West Chester, PA 19382 Presented by Kate Hudgins, Ph.D., TEP Cost Breakdown: $1,000 for shared room accommodations. Some limited single rooms are available for an additional cost. Day students are welcome. Time: This is a residential workshop. We come together to share dinner at - [Experiential Work with Defenses in Trauma and Addiction Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-work-with-defenses-in-trauma-and-addiction-treatment/) - September 28th 9:00am – 1:00pm| Bryn Mawr, PA |4 Credit Hours for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and act 48 PA Educators Experiential Work with Defenses in Trauma and Addiction Treatment Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci Cost: $80 ($50 student rate) - This workshop presents an overview of defense mechanisms - [The Social Self in Experiential Therapy: Relationships, Attachment, and Interpersonal Neurobiology](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-social-self-in-experiential-therapy-relationships-attachment-and-interpersonal-neurobiology/) - August 31st 9:30am – 4:30pm| Bryn Mawr, PA | 6 CEUs PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and psychologists| The Social Self in Experiential Therapy: Relationships, Attachment, and Interpersonal Neurobiology Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci Location: Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (2nd floor) Bryn Mawr, PA Cost: - [Role Theory: Redefining the Self in Action](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/role-theory-redefining-the-self-in-action/) - Saturday July 27th 9am – 1pm | Bryn Mawr, PA | 4 CEUs for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and psychologists Role Theory: Redefining the Self in Action Presented by Scott Giacomucci | $65 ($40 for students) Center for Families – 1225 Montrose Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 This workshop will present - [Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-therapy-supervised-practice-2/) - Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice Date: June 22, 2019 Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (2nd floor) Bryn Mawr, PA Presented by Scott Giacomucci , LCSW Cost: $65 ($40 for students) 4 CEUs for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and psychologists - [Jungian Psychodrama: Roles, Archetypes, & Shadows](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/jungian-psychodrama-roles-archetypes-shadows/) - Date: Saturday May 25th Time: 9am – 1pm Location: Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (2nd floor) Presented by Scott Giacomucci Cost: $65 ($40 for students) 4 CEUs for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and psychologists This workshop will introduce participants to Jungian concepts of ‘shadow’ and - [Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-therapy-supervised-practice/) - Date: April 27, 2019 Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Location: Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 (2nd floor) Cost: $65 ($40 for students) This supervised practice workshop can count as EITHER 4 CEUs for PA professional counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists and psychologists or 4 training hours for - [Enrolling Strengths to Transform Compassion Fatigue & Vicarious Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/enrolling-strengths-to-transform-compassion-fatigue-vicarious-trauma/) - Enrolling Strengths to Transform Compassion Fatigue & Vicarious Trauma Date: March 2, 2019 Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Location: Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Presented by Scott Giacomucci, LCSW Cost: $100 (ask for student discounts) 6 CEU’s available for PA social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors. - [AWAKENING THE GODHEAD WITHIN: MORENIAN THEORY AND TSM PSYCHODRAMA](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/awakening-the-godhead-within-morenian-theory-and-tsm-psychodrama/) - AWAKENING THE GODHEAD WITHIN: MORENIAN THEORY AND TSM PSYCHODRAMA Manchester, New Hampshire ASGPP 77th ConferenceKate Hudgins, PhD, TEP, Steven Durost,PhD, LCMHC, REAT, & Scott Giacomucci, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, CP/PAT, In TSM Psychodrama we understand, when trauma happens, one part of the self holds the pain as A wounded child and one part goes to sleep - [Experiential Trauma Therapy 2-Part Series Presented by the Phoenix Center Team PART 2](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-therapy-2-part-series-presented-by-the-phoenix-center-team-part-2/) - Experiential Trauma Therapy 2-Part Series Presented by the Phoenix Center Team Wednesdays August 5th & 12th at 1pm Online Workshop | 6 CE Hours Total Cost for both workshops: $140 ($100 students) August 5th, 1-4pm - Individual Trauma Therapy - 3 CE Hours One-to-One Trauma-Focused Psychodrama - Scott Giacomucci Trauma & The Internal Family Systems Model - [Moreno & Maslow: Self-Actualization Through Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/moreno-maslow-self-actualization-through-psychodrama/) - Moreno & Maslow: Self-Actualization Through Psychodrama August 5th 7-10pm EST Online Workshop Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, FAAETS, PAT ASGPP Fundraiser In this workshop we will explore misconceptions about Maslow’s work (did you know Maslow never created a “pyramid” to depict his hierarchy of needs?); the historical and philosophical intersections of Maslow and Moreno’s - [Psychodramatic Time Traveling: Exploring Past and Future Selves](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramatic-time-traveling-exploring-past-and-future-selves/) - Psychodramatic Time Traveling: Exploring Past and Future Selves Saturday May 23rd, 9am - 1pm ONLINE WORKSHOP Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT $80 ($50 for students) Learning Objectives: Describe one use of a timeline in clinical work; Explain how to use a spectrogram for experiential explorations of a timeline; Identify one benefit of using psychodrama - [The Intersection of Addiction & Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-intersection-of-addiction-trauma/) - The Intersection of Addiction & Trauma Wednesday May 20th, 2020 - (closed staff in-service) Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Neumann University Counseling Center for Wellness - [Self-Actualization Through Strength-Based Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/self-actualization-through-strength-based-psychodrama/) - Self-Actualization Through Strength-Based Psychodrama Sunday May 17th, 2020 Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Online Psychodrama Festival of Ukraine 2nd Vinnytsia Psychodrama Festival "Through Yourself" - [Experiential Addiction & Trauma Treatment: Sociometry, Psychodramatic & Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-addiction-trauma-treatment-sociometry-psychodramatic-group-psychotherapy/) - Experiential Addiction & Trauma Treatment: Sociometry, Psychodramatic & Group Psychotherapy Tuesday May 5th, 9am - 12:15pm Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT & Amy Stone, MSS, LSW, CET III PA Certification Board 2020 Conference - Lancaster, PA Registration details here - [Guest Lecture for Psychology Students](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-for-psychology-students/) - Guest Lecture for Psychology Students March 11th 9-10am | No CEUs Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Widener University Psychology Department - [Introduction to Experiential Sociometry](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-sociometry-2/) - Introduction to Experiential Sociometry March 3rd 3:30-4:30pm | 1 CE Hours (no NBCC hours) Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Mirmont Treatment Center Outpatient - Exton, PA - [Introduction to Experiential Sociometry](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-sociometry/) - Introduction to Experiential Sociometry February 25th 3:30-4:30pm | 1 CE Hours (no NBCC hours) Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Mirmont Treatment Center Outpatient - Broomall, PA - [Experiential Trauma Therapy: Sociometry, Psychodrama, & Group Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-therapy-sociometry-psychodrama-group-work/) - Experiential Trauma Therapy: Sociometry, Psychodrama, & Group Work February 22nd 12:30-1:30pm Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Greater Philadelphia Area Counseling Association Trauma Symposium Thomas Jefferson University - Philadelphia, PA Details and Registration available here - [The Power of Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-power-of-psychodrama-2/) - The Power of Psychodrama February 21st 12:30-3:30pm | 3 CE Hours Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ (Closed Event) - [Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-trauma-therapy-2/) - Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy February 12th 10am - 12pm | 2 CE Hours Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Delaware County Women Against Rape (Closed Event) This experiential workshop will present an overview of experiential trauma therapy with a focus on action-based clinical interventions that move the process beyond words and - [FILMING SESSION: EXPERIENTIAL THERAPY](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/filming-session-experiential-therapy/) - FILMING SESSION: EXPERIENTIAL THERAPY February 9th 9am - 5pm | 6 Training Hours Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT This is a free workshop that will be professionally filmed. Space is very limited, please contact Scott@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com for info. - [Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-trauma-therapy/) - Introduction to Experiential Trauma Therapy February 25th 12:15pm - 1:45pm | 1 CE Hours Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Chester County Adoption Therapists Network - 601 Westtown Road West Chester, PA 19380 (room 337) This experiential workshop will present an overview of experiential trauma therapy with a focus on action-based clinical - [Therapeutic Spiral Model: Experiential Trauma Work, Safety, & Neurobiology](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-and-addiction-treatment-therapeutic-spiral-model/) - [Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Experiential Tools for Post-Traumatic Growth](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trauma-focused-psychodrama-experiential-tools-for-post-traumatic-growth/) - Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Experiential Tools for Post-Traumatic Growth | 6 CE Hours each day - 12 total Friday March 6th & Saturday March 7th, 2020 9am - 4pm Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Cost: $225 ($175 students) - $125 for day one only This 2-day - [New Office Open House!](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/new-office-open-house/) - Phoenix Center Open House Friday February 7th, 1:30pm - 5:00pm 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063 Join us in celebrating the recent opening of our new office in Media, PA! Complimentary refreshments, light food, & a 1 CEU presentation will be offered. Includes chances to win free registrations for a training event! Please RSVP - [American Society of Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama Annual Conference | Chicago](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/american-society-of-group-psychotherapy-psychodrama-annual-conference-chicago/) - American Society of Group Psychotherapy & Psychodrama Annual Conference | Chicago April 1st – 4th, 2019 Phoenix Center Staff are presenting the following conference sessions: Integrating Moreno’s Methods into Social Work (and other Fields) (Pre-conference workshop) – Scott Giacomucci & Amy Stone The Developing Professional Self: Using Role Theory to Integrate Identities – Scott Giacomucci - [Experiential Consultation with Spilove Psychotherapy Team](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-consultation-with-spilove-psychotherapy-team/) - Experiential Consultation with Spilove Psychotherapy Team January 24th Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Closed session for Spilove Psychotherapy Team - [Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice Session](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-therapy-supervised-practice-session/) - Experiential Therapy Supervised Practice Session December 13th Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Closed Training Group for Pinelands Recovery Center in Medford, NJ - [Moreno’s Autobiographical Archetypes: Exploring & Integrating Roles](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/morenos-autobiographical-archetypes-exploring-integrating-roles/) - January 25th, 3-5pm | Center for Families Bryn Mawr | 2 CE Hours Moreno’s Autobiographical Archetypes: Exploring & Integrating Roles Dr. Scott Giacomucci Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Meeting - [First International Scientific & Practical Conference on the Theory & Practice of Psychodrama – “The Path to Home”](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/first-international-scientific-practical-conference-on-the-theory-practice-of-psychodrama-the-path-to-home/) - November 2nd| Vinnitsa, Ukraine First International Scientific & Practical Conference on the Theory & Practice of Psychodrama – “The Path to Home” Plenary Presentation by Dr. Scott Giacomucci (via skype) - [Association of Specialists in Group Work Conference - Puerto Rico](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/association-of-specialists-in-group-work-conference-puerto-rico/) - January 29th – February 1st | Puerto Rico Association of Specialists in Group Work Conference Introduction to Experiential Group Work: Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Trauma Therapy (pre-conference institute) Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci & Leela Ehrhart A Sociometric Exploration and Psychodramatic Honoring of Immigration Histories Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci & Maria Sotomayor-Giacomucci REGISTER HERE - [Creative Arts Therapy Symposium](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/creative-arts-therapy-symposium/) - November 15th | Center for Families Bryn Mawr | 6 CE Hours Creative Arts Therapy Symposium Keynote Speaker - Dr. Steven Durost, Phd, LCMHC, REAT Including workshops on music therapy, art therapy, creative arts therapies, and psychodrama. REGISTER HERE - [Group Work, Mutual Aid, and the 12-steps](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/group-work-mutual-aid-and-the-12-steps/) - October 26th 9:00am – 1:00pm| 4 Credit Hours| Bryn Mawr, PA Group Work, Mutual Aid, and the 12-steps Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci Cost: $80 ($50 student rate) - This workshop will present an introduction to basic concepts in group work and group psychotherapy. The phenomenon of mutual aid will be presented as a central - [Holistic Experiential Work: Integrating Mind, Body, & Spirit](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/holistic-experiential-work-integrating-mind-body-spirit/) - November 23rd 9am - 1pm | 4 CE Credits Holistic Experiential Work: Integrating Mind, Body, & Spirit Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, PAT Center for Families - 1225 Montrose Ave Bryn Mawr PA 19010 Cost: $80 ($50 student rate) - Mental Health, Trauma, and Addiction impact an individual on multiple levels, - [Psychodrama with Death, Ambiguous Loss, and Complicated Grief](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-with-death-ambiguous-loss-and-complicated-grief/) - October 4th | Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ Psychodrama with Death, Ambiguous Loss, and Complicated Grief Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci (closed staff in-service for Pinelands clinical team) - [Psychodramatic Doubling: Giving Voice to the Unspoken](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodramatic-doubling-giving-voice-to-the-unspoken/) - September 6th | Pinelands Recovery Center, Medford, NJ Psychodramatic Doubling: Giving Voice to the Unspoken Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci (closed staff in-service for Pinelands clinical team) - [The Ripple Effect of Mutual Aid: Sociometry and Psychodrama for Trauma Survivors](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/the-ripple-effect-of-mutual-aid-sociometry-and-psychodrama-for-trauma-survivors/) - September 25th | Pocono Manor, PA National Association of Social Workers - PA Chapter Conference The Ripple Effect of Mutual Aid: Sociometry and Psychodrama for Trauma Survivors Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci & Amy Stone Conference registration/information available Here - [Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Experiential Trauma Group Therapy for Social Workers](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/sociometry-psychodrama-and-experiential-trauma-group-therapy-for-social-workers/) - Saturday July 20th 11am – 2pm| Bryn Mawr, PA | 3 CEU’s PA Society of Clinical Social Work (PSCSW) Clinical Book Discussion Program Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Experiential Trauma Group Therapy for Social Workers Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci This is a PSCSW-members only event with a $10 fee for 3 CEU’s. Register by logging on - [Enrolling Strengths to Transform Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Vicarious Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/enrolling-strengths-to-transform-compassion-fatigue-burnout-and-vicarious-trauma/) - Friday August 16th | Medford, New Jersey Enrolling Strengths to Transform Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Vicarious Trauma Presented by Scott Giacomucci (Closed Training Group for Pinelands Recovery Center) - [Directing Practice for Experiential Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/directing-practice-for-experiential-therapy/) - Friday July 26th | Medford, New Jersey Directing Practice for Experiential Therapy Presented by Scott Giacomucci (Closed Training Group for Pinelands Recovery Center) - [Spirituality in Addiction and Trauma Treatment: Experiential Therapy, Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/spirituality-in-addiction-and-trauma-treatment-experiential-therapy-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy/) - Tuesday July 23rd | Recovery 360 Conference, Philadelphia Spirituality in Addiction and Trauma Treatment: Experiential Therapy, Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy Presented by Scott Giacomucci & Darrell Briggs https://www.recovery360conf.com/ - [Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy-2/) - Tuesday July 10th | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy Presented by Scott Giacomucci - [Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy/) - Tuesday July 9th| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy Presented by Scott Giacomucci - [Working Experientially with Defenses in Addiction and Trauma Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/working-experientially-with-defenses-in-addiction-and-trauma-treatment/) - Friday June 21st | Medford, New Jersey Working Experientially with Defenses in Addiction and Trauma Treatment Presented by Scott Giacomucci (Closed Training Group for Pinelands Recovery Center) - [Experiential Trauma Group Therapy: Removing Barriers to Mutual Aid with Sociometry and Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-group-therapy-removing-barriers-to-mutual-aid-with-sociometry-and-psychodrama/) - Friday June 7th | IASWG Conference New York City, NY Experiential Trauma Group Therapy: Removing Barriers to Mutual Aid with Sociometry and Psychodrama Presented by Scott Giacomucci & Amy Stone International Association of Social Work with Groups Symposium https://www.iaswg.org/2019symposium - [Guest Lecture 2 - Intro to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-2-intro-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy/) - Guest lecture 2 at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - [Guest Lecture - Intro to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Psychotherapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-intro-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-psychotherapy/) - Guest lecture at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine - [Guest Lecture - Intro to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Group Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/guest-lecture-intro-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-group-therapy/) - Penn State University Brandywine Campus guest lecture - [Scott's Dissertation Defense at University of Pennsylvania](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/scotts-dissertation-defense-at-university-of-pennslyvania/) - Open Dissertation Defense at the University of Pennsylvania Social Work school at 3:30pm. - [Therapeutic Spiral Model and Neurobiology: Experiential Trauma Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/therapeutic-spiral-model-and-neurobiology-experiential-trauma-therapy/) - Closed Training group for Espenshade Counseling Practice - [Experiential Trauma and Addiction Treatment: Relational Trauma Repair](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-trauma-and-addiction-treatment-relational-trauma-repair/) - Closed training group for Pinelands Recovery Center staff - [Introduction to Experiential Addiction and Trauma Treatment](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/introduction-to-experiential-addiction-and-trauma-treatment/) - Closed training group for Pinelands Recovery Center - [Relational Trauma Repair Model](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/relational-trauma-repair-model/) - CLOSED Training Group at Espenshade Counseling Services in Bryn Mawr, PA - [Relational Trauma Repair and Psychodramatic Letter Writing](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/relational-trauma-repair-and-psychodramatic-letter-writing/) - Saturday February 23rd 3:00pm-5:00pm | Bryn Mawr, PA Relational Trauma Repair and Psychodramatic Letter Writing Presented by Scott Giacomucci & Karen Moser Levin Delaware Valley Psychodrama Chapter meeting https://www.delvalpsychodrama.com/about/ - [Social Work with Groups, Sociometry, & Psychodrama](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/social-work-with-groups-sociometry-psychodrama/) - Tuesday March 5th | New York City Social Work with Groups, Sociometry, & Psychodrama. Presented by Scott Giacomucci Columbia University School of Social Work - [A SOCIOMETRIC EXPLORATION AND PSYCHODRAMATIC HONORING OF PERSONAL IMMIGRATION HISTORY](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/a-sociometric-exploration-and-psychodramatic-honoring-of-personal-immigration-history/) - May 4th | Manchester, New Hampshire ASGPP Conference A SOCIOMETRIC EXPLORATION AND PSYCHODRAMATIC HONORING OF PERSONAL IMMIGRATION HISTORY Scott Giacomucci, LCSW, CTTS, CET III, CP/PAT, and Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacomucci This workshop will introduce J.L. Moreno’s immigration story. We will acknowledge the experience of migration as a personal trauma/loss and focus on generational strengths and resilience. Through sociometry, participants will - [Experiential Group Treatment at the Intersection of Addiction and Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-group-treatment-at-the-intersection-of-addiction-and-trauma/) - August 23rd | London, UK Honorable Speaker Special Talk - Global Conference on Addiction and Behavioral Health Experiential Group Treatment at the Intersection of Addiction and Trauma This interactive presentation will highlight the connection between addiction and trauma while emphasizing the importance of providing treatment that addresses both. Experiential Therapy will be introduced as an - [Men's Spirituality Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/mens-spirituality-group-2/) - [Sociometry of Connection & Psychodrama of Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/sociometry-of-connection-psychodrama-of-loss-2/) - [Enrolling Strengths to Transform Compassion Fatigue & Vicarious Trauma](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/enrolling-strengths-to-transform-compassion-fatigue-vicarious-trauma-2/) - [An Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Experiential Trauma Group Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/an-introduction-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-experiential-trauma-group-therapy-2/) - [Monthly Psychodrama 101 Training Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/monthly-psychodrama-101-training-group-2/) - [Restoration and Resilience During Ambiguous Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/restoration-and-resilience-during-ambiguous-loss-2/) - [Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Meeting](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/delaware-valley-psychodrama-collective-meeting-3/) - [Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Meeting](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/delaware-valley-psychodrama-collective-meeting-4/) - [An Introduction to Sociometry and Psychodrama for Social Group Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/an-introduction-to-sociometry-and-psychodrama-for-social-group-work-2/) - [Experiential Social Group Work with Trauma: Sociometry, Psychodrama, & The Therapeutic Spiral Model (TSM)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-social-group-work-with-trauma-sociometry-psychodrama-the-therapeutic-spiral-model-tsm-2/) - [Psychodrama in Individual Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-in-individual-sessions-2/) - [Trends in Mental Health Treatment, Clinical Symposium](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trends-in-mental-health-treatment-clinical-symposium-2/) - [Sociometry of Connection & Psychodrama of Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/sociometry-of-connection-psychodrama-of-loss/) - This workshop will demonstrate sociometry's unique ability to strengthen connections within a group, while also demonstrating psychodrama's unique ability to renegotiate loss. We will explore loss in different forms including death/grief, as well as ambiguous losses. This workshop will primarily focus on professional training, however it will also provide opportunities for personal growth. 6CEU's available - [Men's Spirituality Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/mens-spirituality-group/) - This workshop is part of an on-going Men's Spirituality group that meets at the Franciscan Spirituality Center each Tuesday evening. Contact Fritz Haas for more information: fritz_haas@hotmail.com. - [Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Meeting](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/delaware-valley-psychodrama-collective-meeting-2/) - Topic to be announced This Workshop is sponsored by the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy. - [Delaware Valley Psychodrama Collective Meeting](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/delaware-valley-psychodrama-collective-meeting/) - Topic to be announced This workshop is sponsored by the Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy - [Monthly Psychodrama 101 Training Group](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/monthly-psychodrama-101-training-group/) - Wednesday December 5th 5:30-8pm | Monthly Psychodrama Training Group Psychodrama 101: Spirituality West Chester, PA Contact Scott@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com to register - [Restoration and Resilience During Ambiguous Loss](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/restoration-and-resilience-during-ambiguous-loss/) - Restoration and Resilience During Ambiguous Loss A workshop within the Mainline Health Employee Support Group Speaker Series - [An Introduction to Sociometry, Psychodrama, and Experiential Trauma Group Therapy](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/an-introduction-to-sociometry-psychodrama-and-experiential-trauma-group-therapy/) - Register Here! Friday, November 30, 2018 | 9:00am-3:30pm $125* | 6 CEUs *See Registration Information for available discounts. If we were wounded in action, healing must also be in action. This full-day workshop will provide participants with action-based group sociometric tools that can be utilized in any group setting. A basic understanding of sociometric and psychodramatic theory - [An Introduction to Sociometry and Psychodrama for Social Group Work](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/an-introduction-to-sociometry-and-psychodrama-for-social-group-work/) - Wednesday November 14th | International Association of Social Work with Groups (IASWG) PA Chapter An Introduction to Sociometry and Psychodrama for Social Group Work West Chester University, West Chester PA - [Trends in Mental Health Treatment, Clinical Symposium](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/trends-in-mental-health-treatment-clinical-symposium/) - Register Here! DESCRIPTION Center For Families is excited to host our first symposium, Emerging Trends in Mental Health Treatment, on November 8th and 9th, 2018. The symposium will be held at Center for Families, 1225 Montrose Ave in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Intended audience: Social workers, counselors, therapists, graduate students, physicians, caseworkers and mental health advocates are - [Psychodrama in Individual Sessions](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/psychodrama-in-individual-sessions/) - Wednesday November 7th 5:30-8pm | Monthly Psychodrama Training Group Psychodrama 101: Psychodrama in Individual Sessions West Chester, PA 2 CEUs available - [Experiential Social Group Work with Trauma: Sociometry, Psychodrama, & The Therapeutic Spiral Model (TSM)](https://www.phoenixtraumacenter.com/event/experiential-social-group-work-with-trauma-sociometry-psychodrama-the-therapeutic-spiral-model-tsm/) - Register Here! Description: This strength-based experiential workshop will be facilitated in-action. This workshop will highlight historical and theoretical similarities between social work with groups and sociometry/psychodrama. Participants will experience a stimulating learning process grounded in interpersonal neurobiology research and practical applications for group work in treatment, education/training, supervision, and community settings. 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