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Most of us treat ourselves rather badly when bad things happen to us. Rather than offering ourselves the same sympathy and support we would give to a loved one, we tend to criticize ourselves (“What’s the matter with me!”), we hide in feelings of shame (“I’m worthless”), and we get stuck in our heads trying to make sense of what happened to us (“Why me?”). And when very bad things happen like trauma or abuse, we may attack ourselves from two directions – for example, “I’m bad because I was abused” and “I was abused because I’m bad.” We may try to numb ourselves through dissociation, drugs, alcohol, or self-injury. We may find ourselves locked in a struggle with intrusive memories, nightmares, and flashbacks. Such reactions often amplify our suffering, but they’re not our fault. When we feel threatened by intense emotions such as dread or shame, the natural fight–flight–freeze response turns into an unholy trinity of self-criticism, self-isolation, and self-absorption. Fortunately, we also have a hardwired capacity to respond to our own suffering in a supportive, healing way—self-compassion. This workshop will explore the ways that self-compassion can support people who have experienced trauma, with an emphasis on embodiment and working with soothing our nervous system. It will not offer therapy, but the materials and exercises presented may support people on a therapeutic journey as well as mental health professionals wanting to bring a trauma-focused lens to their work.
Who can benefit from this workshop? Mental health professionals and social workers and those who have experienced trauma.
The workshop will be recorded. A couple of days after the event, we will send all registrants a link to the recording, which you can review at your convenience for the next 60 days.
The inability to attend the event live does not make one eligible for a refund. We encourage you to review more about our refund policy in its entirety here.
Yes, a limited number of scholarships are available at half of the full price. Those selected to receive the scholarship will be notified approximately two weeks prior to the event. To apply please fill out this form. Please see our workshop policies for more detailed information.
Once you register for the workshop, you will immediately receive a confirmation email.
Two weeks before the workshop, you will receive an email with details about the workshop and the Zoom link.
Two hours before the workshop, you will receive a reminder email with the Zoom link.
After the workshop, you will receive an email with summary materials and a link to view the recording.
If you have questions, please email us at info@self-compassion.org
Our programs are designed to teach participants the tools needed to develop and cultivate a self-compassion practice. It is not a substitute for mental health care, personal therapy or medical treatment.
Personal safety and emotional wellbeing are the foundation of self-compassion training, and you are responsible for your own safety.
Teachers and facilitators are not expected, or able to provide medical and/or psychological care. Course experiences may bring up challenging memories or feelings.
If you have a history with a mental health condition or other concerns you think may impact your ability to take this course, please contact us or your healthcare professional to determine if this course is right for you. Your personal contact information may be used in the event the teacher or facilitator reasonably determines a need to call emergency services on your behalf.
If, in the opinion of the teachers and facilitators, you are not able to participate productively and appropriately in the event you have registered for, you may be asked to leave the workshop, or be removed from it.
Decisions of removal are to ensure that we provide the safest space possible for our participants and teachers. Please see details in our workshop policies regarding necessary participant removal and eligibility for refunds.
Licensed clinical social worker, CMMT
Laila Narsi is a licensed psychotherapist since 1997 specializing in complex trauma and disassociation and is a certified EMDR Therapist. Laila started her meditation journey in the Sufi tradition. She is also a Certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and a mentor in the Self-Compassion Community.
Most of us treat ourselves rather badly when bad things happen to us. Rather than offering ourselves the same sympathy and support we would give to a loved one, we tend to criticize ourselves (“What’s the matter with me!”), we hide in feelings of shame (“I’m worthless”), and we get stuck in our heads trying to make sense of what happened to us (“Why me?”). And when very bad things happen like trauma or abuse, we may attack ourselves from two directions – for example, “I’m bad because I was abused” and “I was abused because I’m bad.” We may try to numb ourselves through dissociation, drugs, alcohol, or self-injury. We may find ourselves locked in a struggle with intrusive memories, nightmares, and flashbacks. Such reactions often amplify our suffering, but they’re not our fault. When we feel threatened by intense emotions such as dread or shame, the natural fight–flight–freeze response turns into an unholy trinity of self-criticism, self-isolation, and self-absorption. Fortunately, we also have a hardwired capacity to respond to our own suffering in a supportive, healing way—self-compassion. This workshop will explore the ways that self-compassion can support people who have experienced trauma, with an emphasis on embodiment and working with soothing our nervous system. It will not offer therapy, but the materials and exercises presented may support people on a therapeutic journey as well as mental health professionals wanting to bring a trauma-focused lens to their work.
Who can benefit from this workshop? Mental health professionals and social workers and those who have experienced trauma.
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