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Mental Wellness Workshops

To holistically prosper, we believe mental well-being plays a key role. We partnered with Healthy Synergy, LLC. to provide classes that will equip you with the tools to be mindful and protect your emotional peace.

This series is led by a Master of Counseling Candidate and Clinical Intern under the supervision of Dr. Sophia Murphy, DBH, LPC, CPT, SXI. As she is still training, please note that there will be forms for you to fill out prior to the class. These will be sent from Healthy Synergy through Therapy Mate. If you do not fill these out 1 week before the class, you will not be able to attend the class. This helps protect Healthy Synergy LLC from liability and informs you that you are not entering a therapeutic relationship with them. If you have questions about this, please email learn@ywcaaz.org.

Offered Virtually on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. via a HIPAA-compliant platform.

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We recognize that mental wellness resources are often inaccessible due to cost and cultural stigmas. We’re here to make these resources affordable and accessible, which we hope will encourage you to prioritize your mental health and well-being.

That is why we are offering this series at NO COST, with the option to donate.

RSVP for the whole series, or just for the classes with topics valuable to you, by navigating through the Class Schedule. For individuals who are 18+.

Class Schedule

What are values? You can live intentionally by identifying which values matter most to you. This class includes open group discussion around what values are, how they’re implemented, understanding other people’s/society’s values vs our own, and ways to put your values into action. This class also includes a journaling activity for self-reflection.

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This course will provide psychoeducation on grounding, regulation, and self-compassion paired with key activities such as mindful breathing, PMR, and calm place. We will specifically address how these concepts relate to how we feel about our bodies, and how to practice self-compassion and self-care while using social media.

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This class covers the different types of boundaries, why they are important, and what they can look like. We will also explore how cultural contexts shape our understanding of boundaries and begin to clarify our own internal and external boundaries.

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Now, we will turn from the self towards navigating relationships with others. What do healthy relationships with our partners, friends, and families look like? Building upon previous lessons, we will show how values and boundaries contribute to forming more authentic relationships. We will also talk about healthy communication, dependency, and co-regulation.

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Today, stress is all too common. And yet we all have resilience and resources that we can tap into to beat it. Participants will understand how our bodies and minds respond to stress and how we can start to take control of the stress response. We will identify resources and return to the lessons from “Self-Compassion and Self-Care.”

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Licensed Provider

Lorena Jasso Solorzano, B.A., MC-Intern, In my current approach to therapy, I integrate person-centered, multicultural, and psychodynamic approaches to create a holistic and client-centered therapeutic experience. I believe in tailoring the therapeutic experience to each individual, acknowledging that we all have unique experiences, cultural backgrounds, and emotional complexities that shape who we are. With a genuine interest and commitment to fostering personal growth and well-being, I prioritize creating a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly heard and understood. I value each individual’s cultural background and aim to help them understand and resolve deeper issues, promoting personal growth and self-discovery in a culturally sensitive manner.

I am a graduate student at Arizona State University, where I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Counseling (MC). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Korean from Arizona State University in 2022. Currently, I am working under the supervision of Dr. Sophia Murphy, DBH, LPC, CPT, SXI. As an intern, I am committed to continuous learning and growth to support clients in navigating their personal challenges and aspirations. My goal is to empower clients to explore and achieve their fullest potential!

These courses are made possible by Dr. Sophia Murphy, Doctor of Behavioral Health and Licensed Professional Counselor. With over a decade’s experience of direct service, Dr. Murphy has provided treatment to individuals, families, and groups. She emphasizes the value of multicultural competency and deep exploration of the relationship between identity and health. Dr. Murphy aims to support her patients in bettering their lives and reaching their individual goals through a holistic approach targeting mind-body health. She specializes in working with individuals of color and female-identifying patients and is also an LGBTQ+ allied provider and aims to support marginalized groups in receiving care, free from stigma.

Although Dr. Murphy has created this series, Lorena will be the provider leading the sessions.

Questions? Please contact learn@ywcaaz.org

Class you’re interested in full? Join the waitlist here: https://ywcaaz.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/ywca-mental-wellness-classes-waitlist

Huge Thank You to Healthy Synergy, LLC. for providing their time and expertise.

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