IPA *LIVE* Workshop - Detroit - Oct. 1-3, 2021

The International Paruresis Association (IPA) was founded in 1996 to raise public awareness about paruresis, provide support, and give out the latest information.  Most of IPA's members and leadership are treatment professionals, people suffering from paruresis or recovering from it, and their loved ones.  Membership is open to anyone touched by paruresis as well as those with an interest in supporting others with paruresis, advocating for their rights, and advancing scientific knowledge about the disorder.

International Paruresis Association

Begin Your Paruresis Recovery - Attend a Live Workshop!

Somerset Inn

Here are details about the content of the event and activities. Early Bird Promo Codes, Special Pricing, and Hotel information follow at the bottom:WORKSHOP LEADER: Steven Soifer, Ph.D., LCSW-C – Co-Director, Shy Bladder Center; Shy Bladder Center Therapist; Co-founder and CEO, International Paruresis Association; Author of “The Secret Social Phobia”; and experienced workshop leader.WORKSHOP INFO:A workshop sponsored by the<a href="https://paruresis.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> International Paruresis Association</a> (IPA) is a safe, structured program to help you begin to recover from paruresis. Much of what happens involves relearning how to urinate in the presence of others. Many attendees report that they were nervous before the workshop and quite reluctant to sign up, but after the first few hours wondered why they hadn’t sought help for their paruresis earlier. The fearful feelings are normal, so don’t worry too much about them, just bring them with you to the workshop and anticipate meeting a group of people just like yourself. You’ll feel at ease right away. At the beginning of each workshop (Friday night), participants share, often for the first time, their stories of what it has been like living with paruresis. This usually proves to be a very cathartic experience, as people realize that they are not the only person in the world who suffers from this anxiety disorder.The sessions on Saturday and Sunday involve three things:<ul><li>Information sharing by the workshop facilitator and sometimes an assistant;</li></ul><ul><li>Practice sessions involving graduated exposure exercises, usually with one or two other people (people always practice at a level that feels comfortable and that will ensure success); and</li></ul><ul><li>Group sharing about what the practice experience was like. For more information about graduated exposure and what that entails, see our <a href="https://paruresis.org/about-avoidant-paruresis/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">About Avoidant Paruresis </a>page on the <a href="https://paruresis.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">IPA Website</a>.</li></ul>Friday 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.<ul><li>Introductions</li><li>Sharing Our Stories</li><li>Workshop Overview</li><li>Constructing Behavioral Hierarchies</li></ul>Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.<ul><li>Historical Overview of Paruresis</li><li>Behavioral (graduated exposure) approach to treating paruresis</li><li>Setting up the Buddy System</li><li>Graduated exposure exercises: Rounds 1-4</li><li>Debriefing</li><li>Questions and Answers</li><li>The International Paruresis Association information</li></ul>Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.<ul><li>&quot;Check-In&quot;</li><li>Questions and Answers</li><li>Graduated exposure exercises: Rounds 5-7</li><li>Where do you go from here?</li><li>Wrap-up and Evaluation</li></ul>PRICING:First-timers: Registration for the weekend event is $695. (If $695 is more than 1% of your income, contact us regarding special pricing.) Returnees who have attended a previous LIVE workshop: $395.Early Bird Promotion - Use these promo codes which will be available until August 10: EB-DET-FirstTimer (Save $50) or EB-DET-Returnee (Save $95).HOTEL DETAILS:The event will be held in a conference room at the<a href="https://www.somersetinn.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Somerset Inn</a>, <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/gT9bR23s87K574kU6" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">2601 West Big Beaver Road, ​Troy, MI 48084</a>.We have arranged a special rate of $119 per night. To receive the rate, call the hotel (248-643-7800) and tell them you are attending the IPA Workshop.MEALS:We&#x27;ll provide all the water, tea, and coffee you need to keep fluid loaded. Meals are on your own - lots of great choices nearby!COVID-19 NOTES: The IPA recommends that all participants be fully vaccinated prior to attending. Masks are optional. Attendees have a shared responsibility for event safety. High-risk attendees should take extra consideration before joining in person. We appreciate your patience with the evolving nature of this crisis. Please ensure that you do not have symptoms, have not recently been diagnosed with or had direct contact with a known or suspected COVID-19 case, and will comply with any local, state or federal guidelines. QUESTIONS? SPECIAL REQUESTS?: Email Tim Pyle, Executive Director, IPA tim@paruresis.org
Please Note: The information presented during the Event, including but not limited to ideas, suggestions, techniques, trainings, exercises, processes, activities, downloads, instructions, and other materials is educational in nature and is not medical or psychological advice or psychotherapy. A signed waiver and release form is required prior to attending. If you are having trouble urinating, you should always contact a physician since difficulty with voiding can be a symptom of a serious medical condition.

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