Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy

Free Client Workshop: Building Community & Trauma Recovery
2026-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
* This workshop is for Phoenix Center clients currently working with an individual therapist or attending a therapy group.
Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Times: 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063
About this Workshop

These workshops are an expression of gratitude for you, our clients. Thank you for trusting us with your care. We believe in you and your recovery trauma. We also believe that nobody heals from trauma in isolation and that community is important in recovery. We want to take steps to create opportunities for our clients to connect with each other and build community at the Phoenix Center. We are committed to your success and want to offer additional tools to integrate into your recovery journey.
Our client workshops will include a series of facilitated exercises to help build connection and relationships between participants. These exercises will be experiential in nature and allow for multiple low-stress opportunities to share with others and learn from others in smaller group settings. The workshop will focus on trauma recovery themes and the importance of cultivating posttraumatic growth. Our hope is that this workshop will help provide a sense of peer support and solidarity in your trauma recovery journey.
You will also get a chance to connect with our leadership team and share feedback and suggestions for our Center. We hope you can join us!

Psychodrama, Addiction, and Defenses: From Protection to Connection
2026-09-18 08:30 - 2026-09-20 17:30 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

Dates: Friday, September 18, 2026 – Sunday, September 20, 2026 8:30AM – 5:30PM (Sunday until 3:30PM)– 21 CE Hours
Cost: $675 Professionals | $465 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier)
Friday Only Option (7 CEs) – Cost: $250 Professionals | $165 Students
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
21 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 21 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
(This workshop is included in the 2026 Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Training Program.)
About the Workshop
This experiential training explores the intersection of addiction, defenses, and psychodrama. Addiction is often rooted in pain, trauma, and shame and protected by layers of psychological defenses. These defense mechanisms and protector parts help with survival, safety, and comfort, but may block insight, connection, or change. This workshop offers a trauma-informed and strengths-based framework for working with defenses in psychodrama. Participants will learn how to work in action with various types of defenses to promote recovery from trauma, addiction, and mental health.
Action methods such as doubling, role reversal, and concretization will be demonstrated as tools to explore one’s relationship to defenses while preserving client safety and autonomy. Theoretical concepts from Moreno, psychodynamic theory, and trauma-informed care will be integrated into the teaching and practice.
Learning Objectives:

Identify multiple psychodramatic interventions for working with defenses
Describe at least two sociometric exercises for exploring defenses in a group
Explain the value of psychodrama for addiction treatment and recovery

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
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Step 2: Fill out the registration form using the same email you used for Paypal.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (the same one you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
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Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free Webinar: Cultivating Self-Compassion in Trauma Therapy
2026-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Reva Bottles, MSS, LSW
Date: August 26, 2026 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST)

Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
Cost: FREE
This event will take place on zoom. You will receive the Zoom Link following your registration and again prior to the event. In order to receive the 1 CE, you must attend the full hour.

About this Webinar:

Many people who have experienced trauma carry deeply entrenched beliefs of shame, self-loathing, defectiveness, self-blame, and unworthiness. Drawing from Drs. Kristen Neff and Christopher Germer’s Mindful Self-Compassion model, this continuing education training will explore the foundational principles of self-compassion in a clinical setting and how to help clients cultivate a kinder orientation to the Self.

Learning Objectives

Recognize key learnings from seminal research on self-compassion and mental health
Define ‘compassion’ and ‘self-compassion’
Identify and describe the three foundational components of self-compassion

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Advanced Psychodrama Directing Intensive
2026-08-10 08:30 - 2026-08-14 17:30 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

Monday, August 10, 2026 – Friday, August 14, 2026 8:30AM – 5:30PM – 35 CE Hours
Cost: See Below Options
Directing Option: $1,150 Professionals | $800 students (this fee guarantees a directing opportunity) – NOTE that prior attendance at a multi-day training with Dr. Scott is required to purchase a directing ticket
Non-Directing Option – Cost: $850 (reduced cost option for those interested in attending without directing practice)
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
35 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 35 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
About the Workshop
This psychodrama directing practice is designed for advanced psychodrama students, practitioners, and trainers-in-training to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. This directing intensive will go beyond the basics and include instruction on advanced directing techniques including clinical role assignments, weaving unchosen topics/protagonists into a psychodrama, moments of multiple protagonists, involving audience members, directing auxiliaries, psychosociodrama, working with projective identification in psychodrama, and more!
Participants will have the opportunity to facilitate a group psychodrama and receive feedback from their peers and the trainer. Feedback will be provided based on the psychodrama certification competencies outlined by the ABE, as well as trauma-informed psychodrama considerations. Each participant will also have opportunities to be the protagonist and play auxiliary roles to learn psychodrama from the inside-out.
Basic psychodrama facilitation competencies will also be referenced including an understanding of group phases, the warming-up process, spontaneity-creativity theory, role theory, protagonist selection, contracting, scene setting, concretization, doubling, the mirror position, role reversal, soliloquy, directing auxiliaries and the audience, facilitating catharsis safely, facilitating closure/integration, containment, strength-based roles, trauma-informed principles in psychodrama, attending to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in psychodrama, subroles of the director, and facilitating the sharing phase of a psychodrama session.
Prior Experience
While this is a training workshop, and training will be held as the priority, there will be a multitude of secondary opportunities for personal growth. The workshop tickets with directing practice are designed for advanced psychodrama students and certified psychodramatists. Participants are expected to have past experiential/psychodrama experience as a prerequisite for purchasing a ticket with directing practice, as well as a foundational understanding of psychodrama’s methodology. Tickets without directing practice are open to anyone, regardless of past psychodrama experience. This workshop will be attractive for anyone seeking to enhance their psychodrama facilitation skills – and especially for professionals with psychodrama experience seeking to more learn advanced directing techniques.
Professionals warming-up to complete their CP/TEP onsite exams will also find this workshop helpful as the trainer will provide feedback using the same competencies outlined for the CP/TEP onsite exams.
Learning Objectives:

Explain at least two advanced psychodrama interventions for directing the protagonist
Identify at least two interventions for involving the audience in psychodrama
Describe at least two trauma-informed considerations for psychodrama directing

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Therapy Training.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
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Step 2: Fill out the registration form using the same email you used for Paypal.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (the same one you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free: Women's Expressive Arts Pop-Up Workshop
2026-08-03 17:30 - 19:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Free Pop-Up Workshops:
Interested in our Women’s Expressive Arts Group, but want to try out the group setting before joining? We are offering two free workshops to meet the facilitator, explore group dynamics, and begin your healing journey through art. This is an in-person workshop, located at our Center in Media, PA.
Dates: Thursday, July 16 & Monday, August 3, 2026 (Come to one or both!)
Time: 5:30PM-7:00PM
Location: 524 N. Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063
Facilitated by: Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacmoucci, LCSW

Ongoing Women’s Expressive Arts Group:
This group is for women, ages 18 and older who are interested in deepening their connection with themselves, strengthening their voice, and building meaningful connections with others. Together, we will create a supportive space where women can learn, grow, share experiences, and connect with one another.
Whether you are seeking greater self-understanding, deeper connection, renewed confidence, or a creative space for exploration, you are welcome here. This group will center expressive arts and somatic practices as supportive tools for self-exploration and healing, with an emphasis on curiosity, choice, and meeting yourself exactly where you are.
Many women find themselves at different points in life reflecting on questions such as: Who am I today? What matters most to me? What do I want to cultivate in this stage of my life? These reflections can arise through life transitions, personal growth, changing roles, or a desire for greater self-understanding and connection.
Life experiences including challenges, transitions, loss, adversity, or trauma, can shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through different stages of life. As we grow and change, relationships also naturally evolve. Friendships, family connections, partnerships, and communities may shift over time, sometimes inviting reflection on what feels meaningful, supportive, and aligned for us now. While these experiences and changes may influence our journey, they do not define who we are or who we can become. Growth can include discovering new parts of ourselves, reconnecting with what matters most, and building a stronger sense of confidence, purpose, authenticity, and connection with others.
This group welcomes women from all cultural backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We honor the many ways culture, family, and life experiences shape identity, voice, and belonging, and we value learning from one another through shared exploration.

On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Dual Roles
2026-07-27 17:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
This Workshop Date: July 27, 2026
Workshop Series: Each workshop can be taken individually, or as a series.
Cost: $145 per workshop, or $400 for all three.
Series Dates: Mondays – July 27, 2026, October 5, 2026, December 14, 2026, from 5:30PM-8:30PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
This workshop series does not provide CE hours.
About the Workshop
These workshops are designed to support psychodramatists in the role transition from practitioner to trainer. Becoming a psychodrama trainer is often an intimidating process as it involves developing curriculums, marketing events, managing registration, and building a training group. Beyond practicing psychodrama in our workshops, we must be able to facilitate the processing phase of a session (warm-up, action, sharing, then processing) to articulate to students the connections between theory and practice that inform our directing choices. These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging trainers in all the sub-roles of becoming a psychodrama trainer.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
01234567891011121314151617181920On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer Full Series400.00 USD012345678910111213141516171819207/27/26 Single Workshop: On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer140.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.
Workshop Cancelation Policy
For single day workshops: If cancelled more than 30 days before the event, participants will be granted a credit towards a future workshop, minus a $75admin fee, If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, we are unable to provide any refund or credit
Credits provided for cancellations can be applied to any workshop in the following 12 months.
For multi-day events: If cancelled more than 8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit for future workshop, minus $75 admin fee if cancelled 4-8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit equal to 50% of your registration payment for a future workshop, after accounting for a $75 admin fee if cancelled within 30 days of the event, we are unable to offer you any credit or refund.

For a full list of workshop policies, please visit: Training and Workshop Policies – Phoenix Center

One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work (Hybrid)
2026-07-24 09:00 - 17:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 | 9:00AM-5:00PM EST (NY Time)
Location: Hybrid Options: In-Person (Media, PA) or Virtual (Zoom)
In-Person: 524 N. Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063
CE Hours: 7 CE Hours for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
Cost: $250 | $165 Student Rate (contact us if cost is your only barrier)
THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT
About the Workshop
This workshop is designed for professionals and psychodrama trainees interested in learning to direct psychodramas in individual sessions. The workshop will provide all participants with a practicum experience of facilitating 1-1 psychodrama using the empty chair and concretization. Didactic content will be presented on the history, theory, and practice of 1-1 psychodrama including its strengths and limitations. Trauma-informed principles will be integrated with a focus on strengths, safety, and post-traumatic growth. Multiple approaches and interventions in 1-1 psychodrama will be offered including use of the empty chair, concretization, doubling, role reversal, the mirror, and future projection.
Learning Objectives

Describe methods for establishing safety in 1-1 psychodrama
Identify clinical rationales for the intervention of doubling and role reversal
Describe the psychodramatic use of the empty chair

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our PayPal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).

Sold OutProfessional - 7/24/26: One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work250.00 USDSold OutStudent - 7/24/26: One-to-One Psychodrama Directing: Trauma-Informed Empty Chair Work165.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.

Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com. By registering for this workshop, you agree to receive workshop emails, updates, and newsletters.
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free: Women's Expressive Arts Pop-Up Workshop
2026-07-16 17:30 - 19:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Free Pop-Up Workshops:
Interested in our Women’s Expressive Arts Group, but want to try out the group setting before joining? We are offering two free workshops to meet the facilitator, explore group dynamics, and begin your healing journey through art. This is an in-person workshop, located at our Center in Media, PA.
Dates: Thursday, July 16, 2026 & Monday, August 3, 2026 (Come to one or both!)
Time: 5:30PM-7:00PM
Location: 524 N. Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063
Facilitated by: Maria Jose Sotomayor-Giacmoucci, LCSW

Ongoing Women’s Expressive Arts Group:
This group is for women, ages 18 and older who are interested in deepening their connection with themselves, strengthening their voice, and building meaningful connections with others. Together, we will create a supportive space where women can learn, grow, share experiences, and connect with one another.
Whether you are seeking greater self-understanding, deeper connection, renewed confidence, or a creative space for exploration, you are welcome here. This group will center expressive arts and somatic practices as supportive tools for self-exploration and healing, with an emphasis on curiosity, choice, and meeting yourself exactly where you are.
Many women find themselves at different points in life reflecting on questions such as: Who am I today? What matters most to me? What do I want to cultivate in this stage of my life? These reflections can arise through life transitions, personal growth, changing roles, or a desire for greater self-understanding and connection.
Life experiences including challenges, transitions, loss, adversity, or trauma, can shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through different stages of life. As we grow and change, relationships also naturally evolve. Friendships, family connections, partnerships, and communities may shift over time, sometimes inviting reflection on what feels meaningful, supportive, and aligned for us now. While these experiences and changes may influence our journey, they do not define who we are or who we can become. Growth can include discovering new parts of ourselves, reconnecting with what matters most, and building a stronger sense of confidence, purpose, authenticity, and connection with others.
This group welcomes women from all cultural backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We honor the many ways culture, family, and life experiences shape identity, voice, and belonging, and we value learning from one another through shared exploration.

Understanding Psychosis: Unveiling the Layers and Building Bridges
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Ashley Pena, LCSW (AMFM Healthcare)
Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 from 12:00 pm- 1:00 PM (EST)

Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
Cost: FREE

About This Webinar

This Continuing Education presentation will encompass a comprehensive understanding of psychosis, aiming to deepen knowledge in order to enhance awareness and insight into this complex mental health condition. By delving into the layers of psychosis, individuals will gain a nuanced understanding of its various manifestations, contributing factors, and treatment options. Additionally, this session will prioritize the development of empathy and effective communication strategies for engaging with individuals experiencing psychosis through an intervention called LEAP.
Furthermore, this CE session will focus on the importance of a holistic approach to support individuals with psychosis, acknowledging the multifaceted nature of their experiences. This holistic perspective advocates for addressing not only the symptoms of psychosis but also considering the broader social, environmental, and personal factors that contribute to an individual’s well-being. After this CE presentation, professionals will have tools to play a vital role in promoting comprehensive care and improving the overall quality of life for individuals affected by psychosis.

Learning Objectives

Explain the various layers of psychosis, including its neurobiological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects.
Plan sessions that focus on building bridges between individuals experiencing psychosis, their families, and healthcare professionals.
Discuss holistic approaches to the treatment and management of psychosis.

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

2026 Foundations of Psychodrama & Exam Prep Series: Virtual
2026-07-06 18:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Dates: Mondays – July 6, July 20, Aug 3, Aug 17, Aug 24, Sept 14, Sept 28, and Oct 12, 2026
Time: 6:30-8:30PM EST/NYC time
Cost: $925 for Full Series
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CEs are not offered for this event, however attendees can receive psychodrama training hours
About the Workshop
This 8-session workshop series is designed to cover the seven sections of the psychodrama certification exams for practitioners (CPs) and trainers (TEPs). Each session will include a blend of sociometry, community-building, exam prep, and teaching. This series is open to anyone (not only those scheduled to take the Oct 17th, 2026 exam) wanting to learn foundational aspects of psychodrama history, theory, ethics, evaluation, and practice. Not only will this series cover technical aspects of the exam and psychodrama’s core ideas, but it will also offer opportunities to explore the inner process of becoming a psychodramatist – including the various insecurities, excitements, and emotions that may emerge in the process!
Please note that there will be no refunds or discounts applied for missed sessions (planned or unexpected) due to the ongoing nature of this workshop series.
Foundations of Psychodrama Online Course and Exam Prep

Becoming a Psychodramatist: Exams, Subroles, Community, and Identity Formation
History and Mysticism of Moreno’s Methods
Psychodrama Philosophy and Theories
Sociometry Theories and Interventions
Psychodrama Methodology and Interventions
Ethics in Psychodrama: Touch, Dual Roles, and Consent
Research and Evaluation in Psychodrama
Integrating Related Fields into Psychodrama

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
012345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849502026 Psychodrama Foundations: Full Series925.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com. By registering for this workshop, you agree to receive workshop emails, updates, and newsletters.

On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 3
2026-06-22 17:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
This Workshop Date: June 22, 2026
Workshop Series: Each workshop can be taken individually, or as a series.
Cost: $145 per workshop, or $400 for all three.
Series Dates: Mondays – March 2, 2206, April 27, 2026, June 22, 2026 from 5:30PM-8:30PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
This workshop series does not provide CE hours.
About the Workshop
These workshops are designed to support psychodramatists in the role transition from practitioner to trainer. Becoming a psychodrama trainer is often an intimidating process as it involves developing curriculums, marketing events, managing registration, and building a training group. Beyond practicing psychodrama in our workshops, we must be able to facilitate the processing phase of a session (warm-up, action, sharing, then processing) to articulate to students the connections between theory and practice that inform our directing choices. These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging trainers in all the sub-roles of becoming a psychodrama trainer.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
012345678910111213141516171819206/22/26 - On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 3145.00 USD01234567891011121314151617181920On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Whole Series400.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.
Workshop Cancelation Policy
For single day workshops: If cancelled more than 30 days before the event, participants will be granted a credit towards a future workshop, minus a $75admin fee, If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, we are unable to provide any refund or credit
Credits provided for cancellations can be applied to any workshop in the following 12 months.
For multi-day events: If cancelled more than 8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit for future workshop, minus $75 admin fee if cancelled 4-8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit equal to 50% of your registration payment for a future workshop, after accounting for a $75 admin fee if cancelled within 30 days of the event, we are unable to offer you any credit or refund.

For a full list of workshop policies, please visit: Training and Workshop Policies – Phoenix Center

Test Event (Do Not Register)
2026-06-22 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Testing Event Only

Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Complex Trauma and CPTSD [HYBRID OPTION]
2026-06-12 08:30 - 2026-06-14 17:30 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

Friday, June 12, 2026 – Sunday, June 14, 2026 8:30AM – 5:30PM (Sunday until 3:30PM) – 21 CE Hours
Cost: $675 Professionals | $465 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier)
Friday Only Option (7 CEs) – Cost: $250 Professionals | $165 Students
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
Hybrid Option for online participation
21 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 21 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.

About the Workshop

This workshop presents an overview of trauma-focused psychodrama and an immersion into to power and effectiveness of psychodrama in general and as a treatment for trauma, PTSD, and CPTSD. Content will be taught experientially including demonstrations, sociometric warm-ups, and psychodrama vignettes followed by processing to help participants reflect on implementing these experiential tools in their own work. The basics of safe and effective trauma-focused psychodrama will be presented including content on safety, strengths-based work, neurobiology, trauma-informed principles, and working with defenses. This workshop is designed to teach practical skills for practitioners to deepen their practice.
Trauma-focused psychodrama research continues to emerge suggesting its effectiveness in treating PTSD and offering clients corrective emotional experiences. Spontaneity will be emphasized as the curative agent in psychodrama along with a conceptualization of posttraumatic stress through the lens of spontaneity theory. Psychodrama theoretical concepts such as tele, the sociodynamic effect, warming-up, creativity, sociometry, the three phases of a group, and Moreno’s philosophy will be presented. Multiple psychodrama interventions and experiential sociometry processes (such as doubling, mirroring, role reversal, role playing, sociodrama, and concretization) will be discussed. Cultural humility and responsiveness will be emphasized in the context of psychodrama practice with diverse populations in clinical contexts.

Learning Objectives:

Identify the relationship between spontaneity and PTSD
Identify the importance of strengths-based approach in trauma-focused psychodrama
Describe the risks of retraumatization in psychodrama practice with trauma survivors

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
01234567891011121314151617181920Professional Registration for: 6/12/26-6/14/26 Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Complex Trauma and CPTSD675.00 USD01234567891011121314151617181920Student Registration for: 6/12/26-6/14/26 Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Complex Trauma and CPTSD465.00 USD012345678910Friday Only Registration for: 6/12/26-6/14/26 Trauma-Focused Psychodrama: Working with Complex Trauma and CPTSD250.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out the registration form using the same email you used for Paypal.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (the same one you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free Webinar - Beyond Forgiveness: Addressing Betrayal Trauma
2026-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Kennesha Rodgers MA, LAPC, CTP
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
Betrayal trauma can profoundly disrupt a client’s sense of safety, identity, and ability to trust, often presenting with symptoms that mirror complex trauma. This 1-hour CE webinar will provide clinicians with a clear, trauma-informed framework for understanding betrayal trauma and its impact on the nervous system, attachment, and emotional regulation.
Participants will learn how to assess betrayal-related distress, avoid common clinical pitfalls, and apply practical strategies to support stabilization and healing. This training is ideal for therapists and helping professionals seeking to deepen their confidence and effectiveness when working with clients navigating the aftermath of relational betrayal.

Learning Objectives

Define betrayal trauma and distinguish it from attachment injury and relational conflict.
Describe two assessment considerations when working with clients presenting with betrayal-related distress.
Apply at least three trauma-informed intervention strategies to support stabilization and healing.

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama
2026-05-15 08:30 - 2026-05-17 17:30 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

Friday, May 15, 2026 – Sunday, May 17, 2026 8:30AM – 5:30PM (Sunday until 3:30PM) – 21 CE Hours
Cost: $675 Professionals | $465 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier)
Friday Only Option (7 CEs) – Cost: $250 Professionals | $165 Students
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
21 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 21 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
(This workshop is included in the 2026 Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Training Program.)
About the Workshop
This workshop centers the six trauma-informed principles outlined by SAMHSA as guiding values in psychodrama practice, group work, and leadership (drawing from content in Dr. Scott’s 2023 book on the topic). These principles will be presented as both clinical guides and ethical imperatives. Participants will be challenged to explore their own relationships to trauma-informed principles and areas for growth in their practice and their workplace. Trauma-informed care considerations will be applied specifically to the practice of group therapy and psychodrama with an emphasis on resisting retraumatization. Multiple sociometric and psychodramatic interventions will be taught as trauma-informed experiential methods. The importance of attending to safety, trust, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and identity will be explored in further detail as they relate to trauma-informed care and the practice of sociometry, psychodrama, and group psychotherapy.
Learning Objectives:

Identify the six trauma-informed principles outlined by SAMHSA.
Describe two considerations for trauma-informed sociometry in action
Describe two strategies for preventing retraumatization in psychodrama directing

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please follow the below steps. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
01234567891011121314151617181920Professional Registration for 5/15/26-5/17/26: Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama675.00 USD012345678910111213141516171819202122Student Registration for 5/15/26-5/17/26: Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama465.00 USD012345678910Friday Only Option for 5/15/26-5/17/26: Trauma-Informed Principles in Group Therapy and Psychodrama250.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out the registration form using the same email you used for Paypal.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (the same one you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free Webinar - Dissociation-Responsive Care: A Practical Clinical Framework for Safer Trauma Treatment
2026-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Lauren Rudolph, LPC (Sanare)
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) has improved safety in mental health care, yet dissociation remains a frequently unrecognized driver of treatment failure, destabilization, and dropout. Dissociation-Responsive Care (DRC) equips clinicians with a practical framework to recognize, respect, and respond to dissociation as an adaptive survival system—without requiring trauma disclosure or narrative processing.
This training shifts clinicians from trauma awareness to dissociative responsiveness, providing immediately usable safeguards for everyday clinical practice.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify dissociation as a survival-based response that may be invisible
2. Apply Universal Dissociative Precautions across clinical settings
3. Modify common grounding and mindfulness tools safely
4. Respond to dissociation without requiring trauma narrative
5. Reduce destabilization, dropout, and shame in complex trauma clients

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 2
2026-04-27 17:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
This Workshop Date: April 27, 2026
Workshop Series: Each workshop can be taken individually, or as a series.
Cost: $145 per workshop, or $400 for all three.
Dates: Mondays – March 2, 2026, April 27, 2026, June 22, 2026 from 5:30PM-8:30PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
This workshop series does not provide CE hours.
About the Workshop
These workshops are designed to support psychodramatists in the role transition from practitioner to trainer. Becoming a psychodrama trainer is often an intimidating process as it involves developing curriculums, marketing events, managing registration, and building a training group. Beyond practicing psychodrama in our workshops, we must be able to facilitate the processing phase of a session (warm-up, action, sharing, then processing) to articulate to students the connections between theory and practice that inform our directing choices. These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging trainers in all the sub-roles of becoming a psychodrama trainer.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
012345678910111213141516171819204/27/26 - On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 2145.00 USD01234567891011121314151617181920On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Full Series400.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.
Workshop Cancelation Policy
For single day workshops: If cancelled more than 30 days before the event, participants will be granted a credit towards a future workshop, minus a $75admin fee, If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, we are unable to provide any refund or credit
Credits provided for cancellations can be applied to any workshop in the following 12 months.
For multi-day events: If cancelled more than 8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit for future workshop, minus $75 admin fee if cancelled 4-8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit equal to 50% of your registration payment for a future workshop, after accounting for a $75 admin fee if cancelled within 30 days of the event, we are unable to offer you any credit or refund.

For a full list of workshop policies, please visit: Training and Workshop Policies – Phoenix Center

Free Webinar: Trauma-Focused Psychodrama - Experiential Therapy for Complex PTSD [Book Release Event]
2026-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Date/Time: Friday, April 24, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST (New York Time)
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
This webinar introduces Dr. Scott’s new book Trauma-Focused Psychodrama. Content includes a synthesis of psychodramatic approaches to treating complex PTSD grounded in trauma theory. Participants will explore how psychodramatic methods can be adapted for trauma-informed clinical practice while maintaining safety, containment, and therapeutic pacing. The training will highlight how experiential techniques such as role reversal, doubling, mirroring, and sociometric interventions can help trauma survivors process unresolved experiences, strengthen internal resources, and develop corrective relational encounters in both individual and group therapy settings.

Learning Objectives

Describe the importance of experiential methods for trauma treatment
Identify the importance of resourcing in psychodramatic work with complex trauma.
Explain the value of integration in trauma therapy.

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Community Workshop: Reclaiming Sacred Self - A Workshop for Exploring Religious Wounds
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
About the Workshop
If you’ve been hurt by a religious or spiritual experience, perhaps through harmful beliefs, spiritual authority, or the loss of a once-trusted community, you’re not alone. You may be carrying wounds that have impacted your sense of self, safety, and belonging. This workshop is a place to begin, or deepen, your healing journey, supported by others who understand.
In this 4-hour, trauma-informed workshop, you’ll be gently guided to explore the roots of religious trauma and spiritual harm, reconnect with your inner voice, and begin to reclaim your agency. Through mindfulness, body-based practices, creative expression, and compassionate witnessing, we’ll make space for your story—without judgment or pressure to believe or heal in any particular way.
You’ll leave with greater clarity, tools for grounding and self-trust, and a deeper connection to your own inner wisdom. This is a sacred space for rediscovering what feels meaningful, safe, and sacred—on your own terms.
Each 4-hour session invites you to connect with others on a similar journey and begin writing a new story rooted in self-trust and post-traumatic growth.
These workshops are religiously neutral and participants from all faith backgrounds and religious/spiritual experiences are welcome.

Workshop Details
Led by Kennesha Rodgers, MA, LAPC, CTP
Date & Time: Saturday, April 18, 2026 – 9:00AM-1:00PM (4 Hours)
Cost: $120 (Contact us if cost is your only barrier to attending.)
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
Registration:
Step 1: Fill out registration form here:

Step 2: Pay for event using Paypal Below (you can select to enter a credit card in the Paypal ticket)
0123456789101112131415161718192021222324254/18/26 Reclaiming Sacred Self120.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.

Please use the same email you used for Paypal to fill out this registration form.

Workshop Policies
Please note that we must apply our cancellations policies consistently from participant to participant and situation to situation (including illness, travel/weather disruptions, or unforeseen personal circumstances) as our workshop costs and commitments are finalized months in advance and cannot be modified as the workshop date approaches. In the case of weather disruptions, the workshop trainer will either offer a hybrid/online option, or reschedule the workshop providing registration credit to attendees. Please review our workshop policies here.

Free Webinar: Finding Your Home in Social Justice Movements
2026-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: María José Sotomayor-Giacomucci, LCSW
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
Helping professionals often feel called to engage in social justice work beyond the therapy room, while also needing to maintain ethical boundaries with clients. This workshop will help clinicians understand their role in social movements, clarify values, and engage in justice-oriented work in ways that are meaningful, ethical, and sustainable.

Learning Objectives

Clarify personal and professional values related to social justice engagement
Identify different roles within social movements
Identify one role that is meaningful, ethical and sustainable for you

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Psychodrama Structures in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment: Frameworks for Action (HYBRID)
2026-04-10 08:30 - 17:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP

Friday: 4/10/26 8:30AM – 5:00PM (7 CE Hours)
Cost: $250 Professionals | $175 students (*write to us if cost is your only barrier)
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
HYBRID OPTION – Zoom attendance
7 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 7 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
About the Workshop
This psychodrama training workshop will introduce multiple psychodrama structures for safe and effective facilitation. Psychodrama structures provide a framework for action without the risks and complexities of longer spontaneous psychodrama enactments. Structured psychodramas are especially useful for shorter group sessions, introducing newer clients to psychodrama, and facilitators who are newer to directing psychodramas.
This workshop will feature multiple psychodrama structures including The Little Willingness and the Angle of Opportunity from Bill Coleman. These psychodramatic structures can be modified for any topic or group setting but are especially useful in groups for addictions or mental health treatment settings.

Learning Objectives:
1. Describe two psychodrama structures
2. Identify the value of structured psychodramas for treatment settings
3. Identify two psychodrama interventions
By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
01234567891011121314151617181920Professional Registration for 4/10/26 - Psychodrama Structures in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment: Frameworks for Action 250.00 USD01234567891011121314151617181920Student Registration for 4/10/26 - Psychodrama Structures in Addiction and Mental Health Treatment: Frameworks for Action 175.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out the registration form using the same email you used for Paypal.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (the same one you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Trauma-Informed Community Yoga: Clients & Community
2026-04-06 18:30 - 20:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
About Our Classes
Ease into your week with Gentle Monday Night Yoga. This calming class is design to help regulate the nervous system, release stress, and restore emotional balance. Through slow movement, mindful breathing, and supportive postures, you’ll create space for your body and mind to soften, settle, and find ease. We welcome ongoing attendees and those who wish to try out a single class. No experience is required and class is facilitated by an experiential trauma therapist.
Details
Dates & Times: Monday Evenings 6:30PM-8:00PM
Bi-Weekly Options (you may attend one or both).
Week 1: Women’s Group (April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6)
Week 3: All Gender Group (April 20, May 18, June 15, July 20)
Cost: Free for Phoenix Center Clients, $25 for Community Members (Contact us if cost is your only barrier.)
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, class is held in our downstairs group room (one flight of steps)
Facilitated by: Carolyn Smith, LPC, CPT, RYT
Registration
Please complete our Registration Form. You will only need to register once to receive ongoing communication about the group.

Free Webinar: Regulate & Restore: Somatic Tools for Healing
2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Carolyn Smith, LPC, CPT, RYT
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
The body holds the story and the body can also become the pathway to calm.
Join us for a 1-hour webinar exploring somatic tools to help regulate emotions, calm stress response, and gently activate the parasympathetic nervous system. Drawing from trauma-informed yoga and body based therapeutic practices, this workshop will introduce practical, accessible techniques you can use for grounding, settling, and self-care.

Learning Objectives

List three somatic techniques used for emotional regulation
Describe the parasympathetic nervous system
Describe at least one technique used for grounding

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
By registering for this event, you consent to receiving workshop reminders and workshop/practice updates.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Free Webinar: Supporting Community Activists through Somatic Therapy
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: María José Sotomayor-Giacomucci, LCSW
Date/Time: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
Community activists often carry the emotional, physical, and relational toll of prolonged engagement with social injustice, systemic oppression, and collective trauma. This presentation explores how somatic therapy can support activists in processing social unrest, sustaining engagement, and reconnecting with their values while preventing burnout and compassion fatigue.

Learning Objectives

Identify the mental, emotional, and somatic impacts of sustained activism and social justice work
Understand how systemic oppression and social unrest show up in the body and nervous system
Apply basic somatic interventions to support regulation and expand capacity

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

The Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is committed to providing exceptional continuing education experiences and assuring fair treatment of all participants. In the event that a participant is not satisfied with their continuing education experience, this statement is provided to offer guidelines for submitting and responding to official grievances.

Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice
2026-03-09 08:30 - 2026-03-13 17:30 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Monday-Friday, March 9 – March 13, 2026 (8:30AM-5:30PM)
Cost: $1150 Professionals | $800 students (this fee guarantees a directing opportunity) DIRECTING TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT – NON-DIRECTING TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE
$850 (Reduced cost option for those interested in attending without directing practice)
Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
35 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 35 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
About the Workshop
This psychodrama directing practice is designed for psychodrama students, practitioners, and trainers-in-training to enhance their directing through a trauma-informed lens. Participants will have the opportunity to facilitate a group psychodrama and receive feedback from their peers and the trainer. Feedback will be provided based on the psychodrama certification competencies outlined by the ABE, as well as trauma-informed psychodrama considerations. Each participant will also have the opportunity to be the protagonist and play auxiliary roles to learn psychodrama from the inside-out.
Psychodrama facilitation competencies emphasized will include a demonstrated understanding of group phases, the warming-up process, spontaneity-creativity theory, role theory, protagonist selection, contracting, scene setting, concretization, doubling, the mirror position, role reversal, soliloquy, directing auxiliaries and the audience, facilitating catharsis safely, facilitating closure/integration, containment, strength-based roles, trauma-informed principles in psychodrama, attending to issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in psychodrama, subroles of the director, and facilitating the sharing phase of a psychodrama session.
Previous Experience
While this is a training workshop, and training will be held as the priority, there will be a multitude of secondary opportunities for personal growth. The workshop tickets with directing practice are designed for intermediate and advanced psychodrama students and would not be the best workshop for someone who has no prior psychodrama training. Participants are expected to have past experiential/psychodrama experience as a prerequisite for purchasing a ticket with directing practice, as well as a foundational understanding of psychodrama’s methodology.
Tickets without directing practice are open to anyone, regardless of past psychodrama experience. This workshop will be attractive for anyone seeking to enhance their psychodrama facilitation skills – and especially for professionals with some psychodrama experience seeking to more fully put their learning into action. Professionals warming-up to complete their CP/TEP onsite exams will also find this workshop helpful as the trainer will provide feedback using the same competencies outlined for the CP/TEP onsite exams.
Learning Objectives:

Explain at least two psychodrama interventions
Identify the three phases of a psychodrama group
Describe at least two trauma-informed considerations for psychodrama directing

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
Sold Out3/9/26-3/13/26 Professional Registration (Directing Spot) for 3/9/26-3/13/26 Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice1150.00 USDSold Out3/9/26-3/13/26 Student Registration (Directing Spot) for 3/9/26-3/13/26 Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice800.00 USD0123456789103/9/26-3/13/26 Professional Registration (Non-Directing Spot) for Trauma-Informed Psychodrama Directing Practice850.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer: Part 1
2026-03-02 17:30 - 20:30 | On Zoom
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
This Workshop Date: March 2, 2026
Workshop Series: Each workshop can be taken individually, or as a series.
Cost: $145 per workshop, or $400 for all three.
Dates: Mondays – March 2, 2026, April 27, 2026, June 22, 2026 from 5:30PM-8:30PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
This workshop series does not provide CE hours.
About the Workshop
These workshops are designed to support psychodramatists in the role transition from practitioner to trainer. Becoming a psychodrama trainer is often an intimidating process as it involves developing curriculums, marketing events, managing registration, and building a training group. Beyond practicing psychodrama in our workshops, we must be able to facilitate the processing phase of a session (warm-up, action, sharing, then processing) to articulate to students the connections between theory and practice that inform our directing choices. These workshops are designed to offer a blend of teaching, peer support, personal growth, and co-creation to support emerging trainers in all the sub-roles of becoming a psychodrama trainer.
To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
01234567891011121314151617181920On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer Full Series400.00 USD012345678910111213141516171819203/2/26 Single Workshop: On Becoming a Psychodrama Trainer145.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.
Workshop Cancelation Policy
For single day workshops: If cancelled more than 30 days before the event, participants will be granted a credit towards a future workshop, minus a $75admin fee, If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, we are unable to provide any refund or credit
Credits provided for cancellations can be applied to any workshop in the following 12 months.
For multi-day events: If cancelled more than 8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit for future workshop, minus $75 admin fee if cancelled 4-8 weeks before the event, you will receive a credit equal to 50% of your registration payment for a future workshop, after accounting for a $75 admin fee if cancelled within 30 days of the event, we are unable to offer you any credit or refund.

For a full list of workshop policies, please visit: Training and Workshop Policies – Phoenix Center

Free Webinar: Unraveling the Connection Between Dementia and Trauma in Aging Adults
2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Chris Klem, MS (he/him)
Date/Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 12:00PM – 1:00PM EST
Location: Virtual/Zoom
CE Hours: 1 CE Hour for NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, and Psychologists
About This Webinar
When examining mental health and dementia, they may seem very different, but both fundamentally involve the brain and can significantly affect daily life. Researchers estimate that by 2060, 42% of Americans over the age of 55 will develop dementia, a sharp increase from the current rate of 10.9%, which is already a significant number. As mental health professionals, we can help reduce risk factors associated with developing dementia, which often begin in early life.
In this 1-hour Webinar, we will begin to unravel the connection that exists between dementia, mental health, and trauma. We will explore overall brain health, brain changes, how mental health conditions impact cognitive changes, and how psychiatric conditions manifest in the presence of dementia.

Learning Objectives
1. Describe the connection between dementia and depression.
2. Explain how trauma in early life can impact risk factors for developing dementia.
3. Recognize how certain treatments for depression can impact the rate of cognitive decline.

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

Free Phoenix Client Workshop: Building Community & Trauma Recovery
2026-02-24 18:00 - 20:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2025
Times: 6:00PM – 8:00PM
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N Providence Rd. Media, PA 19063
Cost: Free

About this Workshop
These workshops are an expression of gratitude for you, our clients. Thank you for trusting us with your care. We believe in you and your recovery trauma. We also believe that nobody heals from trauma in isolation and that community is important in recovery. We want to take steps to create opportunities for our clients to connect with each other and build community at the Phoenix Center. We are committed to your success and want to offer additional tools to integrate into your recovery journey.

Our client workshops will include a series of facilitated exercises to help build connection and relationships between participants. These exercises will be experiential in nature and allow for multiple low-stress opportunities to share with others and learn from others in smaller group settings. The workshop will focus on trauma recovery themes and the importance of cultivating posttraumatic growth. Our hope is that this workshop will help provide a sense of peer support and solidarity in your trauma recovery journey.

You will also get a chance to connect with our leadership team and share feedback and suggestions for our Center. We hope you can join us!

This event is only for Phoenix Center clients currently working with a therapist (individual, couples, family, and group therapy).

SOLD OUT: Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work: Experiential Treatment for Trauma, Addictions, and Mental Health
2026-01-23 08:30 - 2026-01-25 16:00 | 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063, 524 N. Providence Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Presented by Dr. Scott Giacomucci, DSW, LCSW, BCD, CGP, FAAETS, TEP
Dates: Friday – Sunday, January 23 – January 25, 2026 (8:30AM-5:00PM, Sunday until 4:00pm)
Cost: $675 | $465 students (* write to us if cost is your only barrier)
Friday Only Option (7 CE Hours) – Cost: $250 | $165
Location: Phoenix Center – 524 N. Providence Road Media, PA 19063
21 CE Hours for NBCC, and PA social workers, counselors, MFTs, & Psychologists | 20 training hours provided towards experiential and psychodrama certifications.
About The Workshop
This workshop is designed for professionals interested in an intensive training focused on learning to direct psychodramas in individual sessions. The weekend will provide all participants with multiple practicum experiences of facilitating 1-1 psychodrama using the empty chair and concretization. Didactic content will be presented on the history, theory, and practice of 1-1 psychodrama including its strengths and limitations. Trauma-informed principles will be integrated throughout the weekend with a focus on strengths, safety, and post-traumatic growth. Multiple approaches and interventions in 1-1 psychodrama will be offered including use of the empty chair, concretization, doubling, role reversal, the mirror, and future projection.

Identify one strength of 1-1 psychodrama compared to group psychodrama
Describe the limitations of 1-1 psychodrama compared to group psychodrama
Explain methods for establishing safety in 1-1 psychodrama

By purchasing tickets and registering for this event, you confirm that you agree with the Phoenix Center’s Informed Consent for Experiential Training Workshops and our workshop, cancellation, and refund policies.

To Register for this Workshop
Please complete Steps 1 and 2. Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Step 1: Pay for the event by using our Paypal Payment System (you can enter a credit card as a payment option).
Sold OutProfessional Registration for 1/23/26-1/25/26: Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work675.00 USDSold OutStudent Registration for 1/23/26-1/25/26: Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work465.00 USDSold OutFriday Only for 1/23/26-1/25/26: Psychodramatic Empty Chair Work250.00 USDYour eTicket will be emailed after payment to your PayPal email address.
Step 2: Fill out registration form – YOU MUST USE THE SAME EMAIL YOU USE FOR PAYPAL WHEN YOU FILL OUT THE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM.

Step 3: You will hear from us with a confirmation email (same you used for PayPal and registration) indicating your registration and information about the event in a few days. All materials will be directed to the same email address including your certificate.

Important Information
*Please note that this is workshop will include both didactic and experiential learning components. The experiential learning structures include demonstrations of psychodrama and other experiential processes which often include (optional) personal disclosures from participants. While personal growth is often a byproduct of experiential learning in psychodrama, the primary purpose of this workshop is training. If you are seeking a workshop for personal growth or seeking a professional training event that is entirely didactic (lecture/powerpoint), this is probably not the best workshop for you.
For folks traveling from out of town, there is a new beautiful bed and breakfast just 1 block from the Phoenix Center that we recommend. It is within walking distance of downtown Media and plenty of shops/restaurants – https://www.gifford-risleyhouse.com. Mention Phoenix Center for a reduced rate.
No Conflicts of Interest or outside commercial support have been declared by the presenter or others involved in the program.
This workshop is designed primarily for psychologists, social workers, counselors, and therapists but other professionals may also find it helpful. The instruction designed at the intermediate level (though many new and advanced professionals may also find it helpful).
CE Program Policies and Procedures related to Refunds/Cancellations, Grievances, and Conflicts of Interest can be found here.
For the workshop schedule or other details or questions about the workshop, please contact us at Support@PhoenixTraumaCenter.com.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Continuing Education (CE) Approval Statements relevant to this workshop:

Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC (Lic. #004115) has been approved as a pre-approved provider of professional continuing education for social workers (Section 47.36), Marriage and Family Therapist (Section 48.36) and Professional Counselors (Section 49.36) by the PA State Board of Social Workers, Marriage & Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychologists (Lic. # PSY000215) to offer continuing education for psychologists.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC maintains responsibility for the program.

Free CE Webinar: Gender Affirming Surgeries 101: An Introductory Training for Mental Health Professionals
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00 | On Zoom
Presented by: Alexander Stefanini, MS, LPC (Arrive Therapy)
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 from 12:00PM-1:00PM (EST)

Location: Virtual/Zoom
Cost: Free

CE Hours: 1 – NBCC, PA SW, LPC, LMFT, Psychologists

About this Webinar:

This 1-hour Webinar offers an essential intro to gender-affirming surgery (GAS) for support staff, clinical therapists, and anyone working with trans and gender-diverse clients. Participants will explore the main types of gender-affirming surgical options available, gain insight into what the surgical journey is really like from pre-operative preparation through recovery, and learn how to better support clients before, during, and after surgery. Attendees will leave with practical awareness and concrete ideas to enhance their client support and confidence in engaging with this care pathway.
This session is designed as a short introduction to a more in-depth, 90 minute workshop that comprehensively covers specific surgery types (eg: the specifics around trans-feminine vs trans-masculine procedures) and more.

Learning Objectives

Describe at least three common categories of gender-affirming surgery and the general goals of each
Summarize key phases of the surgical journey (pre-operative, intra-operative, post-operative/recovery) and identify at least two client support needs at each phase
Apply at least two communication or care-support strategies to enhance the client experience when working with individuals undergoing gender-affirming surgery

About the Facilitator:
Alexander Stefanini is a licensed professional counselor, trans man, and the owner of Arrive Therapy.
He has worked with a wide range of clients since 2004, using various modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, person-centered therapy, DBT, and more. Alexander also incorporates Inquiry (The WORK) by Byron Katie into many therapy sessions.
Throughout his career, Alexander has worked in family-based settings, community mental health, as a supervisor of outpatient therapy programs, and in many other modalities. He began working with transgender individuals in outpatient counseling when he began his transition in 2018.
Since then, he has immersed himself in supporting the mental health and gender identities of transgender clients, supporting their mental health and gender journeys through gender counseling at Arrive Therapy.
Alexander Stefanini received a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2004 and is the father of two adopted children.
A Wednesday Webinar Partnership with:

Workshop Policies and CE Education Hours
For a list of all policies, please visit: Training and Workshop Policies – Phoenix Center
By Registering for a Training Event, you are consenting to be added to our email list.
Continuing Education Hours and Training Credits
Please note that participants must attend the entire training event to receive CE/training credits. Partial credit is unable to be offered.
Credit Hours for Pennsylvania social workers, marriage and family therapists, professional counselors and psychologists:
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. #004115) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors to offer continuing education for social workers, marriage and family therapists and professional counselors.
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy (Lic. # PSY000215) is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology to offer continuing education for psychologists. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy maintains responsibility for the program.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) Credit
Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7013. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC are clearly identified. Phoenix Center for Experiential Trauma Therapy, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
