"Stronger & Wiser"  DBSA TN 2017  Retreat

"Stronger & Wiser" DBSA TN 2017 Retreat

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Saturday September 30th 2017 – Doors open at 8:00am
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashville

Confirmed Presenters


 Lisa Beavers, Phd,LPC

Professional Activities
Dr. Beavers is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Sex Therapist and a Certified Sexuality Educator. She has a private practice in Nashville offering individual, couples and relationship, family and group psychotherapy. In addition to general psychotherapy, Dr. Beavers provides sex therapy and sex coaching, sexuality education, clinical supervision for mental health professionals and consultation to local agencies and mental health programs.
Dr. Beavers has been guest speaker on varied topics related to sexuality, psychology and education.  She has  participated in training, conference workshops and presentations for the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists, the GLBT Health Summit, the Brain Injury Association of Tennessee, the American Psychological Association, Colorado State University Advocacy Programming, Psychologists for Social Responsibility and other local organizations and universities. She has also appeared on local television and radio shows discussing issues including sex and sexuality, prevention of hate crimes, gender development and GLBT issues.

She is an Adjunct Instructor at Argosy University, teaching masters and doctoral classes in the Counseling program and has previously taught graduate and undergraduate courses at Tennessee State University and Nashville State Community College.


Carol L Rickard, LCSW, TTS
CEO & Founder

WellYOUniversity, LLC

Keynote Speaker

Known as America’s Wellness Ambassador, Carol L. Rickard, LCSW, has written over a dozen books and spoken nationally on stress & wellness. She’s appeared as a guest on the Dr. Oz Show, been a featured expert in The Good Life, & writes a weekly column for Esperanza MagazineShe is the founder & CEO of Well YOUniversity, LLC, a global health education & training company dedicated to empowering individuals with the tools and supports to achieve lifelong wellness. She is also the creator and host of a 30 minute TV show on Princeton Community TV: The WELL YOU Show. For wellness resources, visit WellYOUniversity.com & TheWELLYOUShow.com

 


David Winkler Wolfshadow, BS, WFR, AIST, is a native of the Lakota Souix lineage. Raised on Pine Ridge Reservation he has sought balance in his life and has a deep understanding of the suffering and disconnection that we manifest and many times perpetuate. Through the discovery of his native teachings from his elders, he shares with many to deepen each individuals relationship with themselves and the community. A professional that engages and teaches somatic and experiential experiences he assists others as we all walk the Red Road of life and understand our own spirit and seek a holistic balance. 


Dorey NolanPotential Unlimted Wellness Coach

Dorey Nolan is a Public Speaker, Writer, Hypnotist, and the owner of Potential Unlimited Wellness Coaching. Born in Louisville, KY, Dorey was raised primarily by her Grandmother andGreat Grandmother who taught her at a young age how to value life. She learned to see through their eyes and borrow from their experiences which allowed her to look at the world in a different way - shaped with positivity and endless possibilities. Dorey has traveled, lived and learned in various places, including Las Vegas, NV where her rose colored glasses were removed as a result of 14 years of education at the School of Life. She has worked with all types of people, from children to the elderly, and professionals to inmates. Dorey is known for her Sunshine Smile and for being able to turn a dark cloud bright. You would never know from looking at her that like a lotus she has come through the muck and mire. And now regardless of the environment, she does her best to help others find their Smile.


Eileen Kosey, LPTA,ATRIC, CPR- TN Licensed Therapist, Ai Chi Master  Eileen Koesy is an Ai Chi Master with 20 years' experience in practicing and teaching Ai Chi in warm water pools throughout Nashville.  Also a part-time practicing Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Eileen has specialized in nursing homes & private home sessions over the past 20 years, incorporating principles of physical therapy, Ai Chi, yoga, yoga-dance and Dance & Body Movement Therapy.


Lauren Martin, LPC-MHSP

Lauren Martin is a licensed clinician who takes an active role in therapy.  She joined Psychē after completing an internship at Father Ryan High School and earning her Masters degree in Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University. Her honest and approachable demeanor encourages willingness for both acceptance and change.

Lauren practices Radically-Open DBT (RO-DBT), a specialized treatment for Chronic Depression, Anorexia-Nervosa, and disorders of Over-Control (OC). Radically-Open DBT promotes openness, flexibility, and direct communication. She is skilled in treating anxiety, phase of life issues, codependency, self-harm, suicidality, chronic depression and self-esteem issues. Lauren practices DBT and Cognitive Behavior Therapy to fidelity. Lauren leads groups on site, at residential centers, and created Tennessee's first online DBT-skills group. 



 Eileen Koesy LPTA, ATRIC, CPR  - TN Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Aquatic Therapist, Ai Chi Master
   Eileen Koesy is an Ai Chi Master with 20 years' experience in practicing and teaching Ai Chi in warm water pools throughout Nashville.  Also a part-time practicing Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Eileen has specialized in nursing homes & private home sessions over the past 20 years, incorporating principles of physical therapy, Ai Chi, yoga, yoga-dance and Dance & Body Movement Therapy.

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