Los Angeles County Psychological Association (LACPA)

?? Laurel Mellin, Ph.D. is a health psychologist and founder of emotional brain training (EBT), which she developed during her 43 years as a professor in the School of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco. She is a New York Times bestselling author, the executive director of the non-profit "Solution Foundation", and a researcher who trains health professionals in clinical skills to rewire the stress response. ?? Abstract: Optimal functioning is characterized by access to adaptive, flexible decision-making and a state of balance and joy. Stress and increased emotionality limits access to these aspects of ourselves. Emotional brain training is a neuro-informed process of identifying dysregulated emotional states, and returning us to a homeostatic state. You will learn neurophysiologic resilience techniques to derail stress-induced extremes, process negative emotions and thoughts into positive ones, and promote clarity, intentionality and joy. ? Course Goals and Educational Objectives: At the end of this workshop, the learner will be able to: 1. Explain stress and joy based on neurophysiology and neuroplasticity and their application in psychotherapy. 2. Identify two changes in the therapeutic application of interpersonal neurobiology based on the emotional brain dominance of patients. 3. Describe the effective use of two emotional brain training techniques for positive emotional neuroplasticity and joyous states. ? To register or find out more, check out ?? https://lnkd.in/g4PGmunM Laurel Mellin, PhD

The 2025 Spring issue of our award-winning quarterly magazine, The Los Angeles Psychologist should be in your mail boxes by now, and we hope you enjoy every page of it! ?? You can always find our past issues on the website by following the link below ?? https://lnkd.in/gaxJAE3Q when you are logged into your member profile. ??? We hope you have a great Spring! ?? (If you are a current member and did not receive a hard copy, please let the office know) ?? We are always looking for authors, editors, and advertisers. ?? Please reach out to the LACPA office or LAP current editor, David Glass, Ph.D., JD, if you want to get involved. David J. Glass #spring #magazine #losangeles #articles #mentalhealth

Thank you so much to California Correctional Health Care Services for being a Silver Sponsor for LACPA's 80th Anniversary Celebratory Convention! ?? ?? California Correctional Health Care Services Learn more about them on their website linked below! ?? https://cchcs.ca.gov/ We are currently inviting event sponsors and exhibitors! ?? To register or find out more, check out ?? https://lnkd.in/g4PGmunM #convention #sponsor #exhibitor #thankyou #psychology #event #anniversary

Thank you so much to Mentalyc for being a Platinum Sponsor for LACPA's 80th Anniversary Celebratory Convention! ?? ?? Mentalyc Inc. Learn more about them on their website linked below! ?? https://www.mentalyc.com/ We are currently inviting event sponsors and exhibitors! ?? To register or find out more, check out ?? https://lnkd.in/g4PGmunM

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality. ?? (from https://lnkd.in/dGX7T8X) #accelerateaction #IWD2025

Thank you so much to Caldwell Reports for being a Silver Sponsor for LACPA's 80th Anniversary Celebratory Convention! ?? ?? Learn more about them on their website linked below! ?? www.caldwellreports.com We are currently inviting event sponsors and exhibitors! ?? To register or find out more, check out ?? https://lnkd.in/g4PGmunM #convention #sponsor #exhibitor #thankyou #psychology #event #anniversary Caldwell Report

Thank you so much to Trauma & Beyond Psychological Center for being a Gold Sponsor for LACPA's 80th Anniversary Celebratory Convention! ?? ?? Learn more about them on their website linked below! ?? traumaandbeyondcenter.com We are currently inviting event sponsors and exhibitors! ?? To register or find out more, check out ?? https://lnkd.in/g4PGmunM #convention #sponsor #exhibitor #thankyou #psychology #event #anniversary Trauma and Beyond Psychological Center

Hello March! ?? Take a look at all the upcoming opportunities at LACPA and register or RSVP by visiting lacpa.org and clicking on the Programs tab. #march #lacpa #events #rsvp #programs #psychology #nonprofitorganization #spring #mentalhealth #community

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Dr. Ofer Zur on February 19, 2025. Ofer was a psychologist, forensic expert, oceanographer, and true adventurer ~ someone who embraced life with unparalleled zest for growth, experience, and understanding. Exploring the depths of the ocean, confronting difficult truths in his work, or engaging in deep philosophical conversations, he lived with a fierce dedication to integrity, connection, and transformation, discovering meaning at the center of what he most valued. Ofer, Fellow of the American Psychological Association, was not only a scholar and keen observer, also a compassionate guide to many. He challenged conventional wisdom, encouraged and demonstrated profound critical thinking, and believed in the power of dialogue to foster understanding through alternative perspectives. His impact cast far and wide, touching colleagues, students, and friends who were inspired by his intellect and his unwavering commitment to justice and human dignity. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer, and his adult children, Azzia, Eitan, and Ilan. His family honors his memory by asking those who wish to commemorate his life to consider donating to Amnesty International, a global human rights organization fighting for justice and freedom, or a cause that resonates with your own pursuit of progress and trust. To donate in Ofer’s memory: Amnesty International Donation Link: https://lnkd.in/gSJBnrMP For those who would like to share memories or reach out, please contact Azzia Walker at (510) 776-4341 or [email protected] Ofer’s presence, wisdom, and fearless spirit will be deeply missed, and his influence will live on, inspiring, lovingly challenging and touching the hearts of those who knew him.

Student leadership committee presents: Student Circle at LACPA Convention Your Voice in Psychology, Shaping the Future ?? ??? May 3rd, 2025 ? 2:00-3:00 PM ??Student Member 65$ ??Student Non-Member (Pre-Doctoral) 80$ ?? Space is limited-registration required Registration details: ?? https:/ /https://lnkd.in/guAEABst