Capturing Moments of Self-Compassion in Motherhood

Empower yourself and the communities you serve by understanding and fostering self-compassion. This workshop is not just about learning; it is about creating change together. Join us for an exploration of the intersection of motherhood, wellness, and self-compassion. In an era that demands unattainable perfection from mothers, our study utilized the innovative photovoice method to amplify the voices of mothers as they navigate the facets of self-compassion practice in daily life. This workshop is designed to present these findings and actively involve participants in a dynamic process of reflection and discussion. Additionally, participants will learn practical photovoice techniques to incorporate into their clinical practice, enhancing their ability to foster self-compassion, deeper understanding, and resilience in the communities they serve.

Registration begins at 8:30am EST. Please arrive on time.

What to Expect

· Interactive Presentation: Dive deep into our research outcomes and the compelling narratives of mothers who participated in our study. Discover how photovoice served as a lens to capture their struggles and triumphs.

· Engaging Group Discussions: Share your insights and experiences. How does the concept of self-compassion resonate within your professional practices and personal experiences?

· Reflective Exercises: Learn the SHOWED method of engagement to enrich your clinical practice by uncovering photographic narratives and deeper societal and personal implications.

· Community Integration: Contribute to an evolving dialogue. Your reflections and recommendations will be integrated into our ongoing research, helping to shape future interventions and policies.

Presenters:

● Name: Clara Bossie, LMFT-QS

● Affiliation/title: Wisely Wellness LLC/ Founder, Clinic Director & FAU Counselor Education Ph.D. Student

● Clara Bossie, MS LMFT-QS, is a licensed marriage family therapist, qualified supervisor, and the founder of Wisely Wellness, a counseling, clinical supervision, and consulting firm. Pursuing her Ph.D. in counselor education at Florida Atlantic University, Clara's research focuses on supervision, curriculum development, and self-compassion. Clara has advanced training in neurological disorders, including ASD and OCD, addictionology, eating disorders, and early childhood development. With over two decades of experience in special education and counseling, she has supported countless families, particularly mothers advocating for children with diverse abilities. Clara's clinical expertise encompasses mindfulness, wellness-based interventions, dialectical behavior therapy, and self-compassion. As a trained mindfulness self-compassion teacher under Chris Germer, Ph.D., she brings a depth of knowledge to her work. Clara continually seeks innovative ideas to improve client experiences and is committed to professionalism and enhancing counseling interventions.

● Name: Kelly Emelianchik-Key, Ph.D., LMHC, LMFT, NCC, ACS

● Affiliation/Title: Florida Atlantic University, Associate Professor

● Kelly Emelianchik-Key, Ph.D., LMHC, LMFT, NCC, ACS, is an associate professor and clinical coordinator at Florida Atlantic University. With a robust background in mental health counseling and marriage and family therapy, Kelly specializes in addressing intimate partner violence, self-injurious behaviors, and gender and sexuality issues through her research. Her scholarly contributions include a book on non-suicidal self-injury and co-authoring a significant work on testing and assessment for counselors in training, along with numerous peer-reviewed articles. An influential speaker, she presents her findings nationally, enriching the counseling field with innovative clinical perspectives. Kelly’s leadership roles include serving as treasurer for the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) and co-chair for the Emerging Leaders Program at the Association of Assessment in Research and Counseling (AARC). Her dedication to advancing mental health education is marked by her commitment to rigorous research and practical application in clinical settings.

● Name: Adriana Labarta, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC, ACS

● Affiliation: Florida Atlantic University, Assistant Professor

● Adriana Labarta, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC, ACS is an Assistant Professor at Florida Atlantic University's Counselor Education program. She is a licensed mental health counselor (FL), nationally certified counselor (NCC), and approved clinical supervisor (ACS). Her research and clinical interests include eating disorders, body image concerns, self-compassion, and multicultural/social justice issues in counseling/counselor education. Dr. Labarta is an active member of several counseling organizations, including ACA, ACES, SACES, AARC, and SAIGE. She is passionate about addressing research-practice gaps impacting marginalized populations and reducing disparities in the mental health and eating disorder treatment fields.