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e-connect newsletter
11.11.15
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Thank you:
Our veterans are strong, smart and brave. O
n
Veterans Day
and every day, w
e are in debt to the men and women who have served.
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Feature:
Training the next generation of therapists
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A tremendous opportunity for learning,
the three trainees meet weekly for clinical supervision with Ellery Duke, Ph.D.,
the Center's Executive Director.
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As part of the Center's commitment to training, we are pleased to welcome three new graduate-level trainees: Caitlin Anderson, Andrea Severson and Falesa Ivory-Horton. This year's graduate students are completing their programs in psychology and mental health counseling and are now receiving additional training at the Center to further develop their psychotherapy skills.
Each student is supervised by one of the Center's licensed therapists. Additionally, the students participate in on-site classes including courses on trauma, substance abuse, assessment and professional formation. Students meet for a weekly group supervision with the Center's executive director, Ellery Duke.
Dr. Jeff Means developed the Center's professional education program for mental health and religious professionals in 1980. Dr. Means is a longtime staff member at the Center and an instructor with the Center's PrairieFire program.
"The
professional education program has provided a learning, growing and continuing education influence throughout the Center's history," said Ellery Duke.
For additional information on the Center's clinical training programs, contact Christine Dietz, Ph.D., Director of Professional Education at (515) 274-4006, or email: [email protected].
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Did you see us in dsm Magazine?
We are grateful for the opportunity to help the community learn about the Center's services and programs through the dsm Magazine's Wish List, a special section in the November/December issue. You can see our page in the magazine online here.
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How to make a counseling appointment:
Thanks for the part you have played and are playing in my journey back to good mental health. It seems like a long time ago when I faced this 'bout' of depression, but I'm confident that I'm on the right track.
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a guest presenter for the Organic Ministry program
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Classes and services for the community:
PrairieFire,
a two-year program of spiritual renewal and formation,
Sept. 2016 to May 20
18.
Apply now
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Leadership development for clergy and congregational leaders:
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Intentional Interim Ministry, a six month training program, Feb. to Sept. 2016. Register now.
Leadership in the Church, four afternoon classes including Organizational Dynamics, Leadership in the Midst of Conflict, Leading through Change, and Mindful Leadership, Feb - May, 2016. Register now.
Conflict Transformation Services
, for congregations, nonprofits and businesses.
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Thank you to all who participated in our online survey.
Are the holidays difficult for you? How do you cope?
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Save the date:
18th Annual Women Helping Women Luncheon
May 13, 2016
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Embassy Suites downtown by the river
Proceeds support quality counseling for girls and women with limited resources. Watch for more information.
Sign up to receive regular event updates here.
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Our mission is to bring understanding, hope and healing to people of all ages through counseling and education.
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Who we are:
Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization offering a full range of mental health services, serving 2,250 individuals annually including 700 children. The Center's approach is holistic, integrating mind, body and spirit for healing.
Although best known for its 43 years of quality, professional mental health therapy, the Center is a multi-faceted organization providing a range of services:
- Counseling, including specialized services for children and adolescents
- Psychological testing and assessment
- Psychiatric consultation and care
- Training for clinical professionals
- Spiritual direction and community education
- Leadership development for faith communities
- Conflict transformation services for congregations, nonprofits and businesses
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Dear Reader,
Thank you for taking the time to read this newsletter. If you made it all the way to this note, I can only offer my deepest gratitude. And, if you are a first time reader I extend a special welcome.
I wanted to let you know on
Giving Tuesday,
December 1, 2015, we will launch three stories of loss and resilience from three incredible people who have connected with the Center. I'm so grateful for these brave individuals who have decided to share their stories to help raise awareness and funds. I hope you too will also inspired. After Giving Tuesday, we will explore the theme "Grief does not take a holiday" throughout the rest of the year. Maybe you will have something to offer the conversation.
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Thank you for your interest and support. Feel free to send me a note with your feedback and ideas for this newsletter.
Sincerely,
Terri Speirs
Director of Marketing and Communications
Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center
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