Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute

Join Trinity Church NYC and PSI for this free online support group to help cope with grief and loss. Register via the link in our bio of go here: https://lnkd.in/eJmeKVhp

For those attending the 2025 Psychotherapy Networker Symposium in March, be sure not to miss hearing from Sarah Segal McCaslin, MS, MDiv, LCSW on March 22. Although a recent national survey found that most clients have overwhelmingly positive attitudes about integrating their religion and spirituality into treatment, most therapists report feeling ill-equipped to meet these needs, especially if a sense of spiritual disconnection or lack of faith has led to personal struggles. In this workshop, you’ll explore what it means to be a spiritually competent therapist. You’ll walk away with practical guidance and interventions to incorporate spirituality into your practice, making sure you’re equipped to address religious and spiritual issues in a way that fosters meaningful and productive therapeutic outcomes. You’ll discover: How to navigate clients’ spiritual crises, disconnection from faith, and existential struggles The ethical implications of introducing spirituality in therapy Practical interventions for integrating spirituality into treatment to enhance outcomes and empower clients Get more info & tickets via the link in our bio or go here: https://lnkd.in/d857by3V

PSI is delighted to welcome?Jasmine Shah?as the latest addition to our Board of Directors. Jasmine Shah?holds an M.A. in Psychology with a focus on Spirituality, Mind, and Body Medicine from Columbia University, specializing in spirituality, consciousness, and transpersonal psychology. She works with organizations to enhance workplace wellness and alleviate burnout?through coaching and consulting, and continues to facilitate workshops in professional and private settings. Jasmine is passionate about restorative justice, and in her spare time finds joy in writing poetry and dancing. Please join us in giving Jasmine a warm welcome to PSI's board of directors.

Caregivers often face unique challenges in maintaining their own well-being while supporting others. Anyone who gives care to others, either professionally or personally, is welcome to join a day of restoration designed to help you re-charge your batteries by attending to your own care needs. This day of restoration is an opportunity to explore and address the multidimensional aspects of self-care—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Heather Thomas, therapist with The Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute, along with members of the Trinity Pastoral Care team, will guide participants through a restorative experience. We invite you to share a meal, catch your breath, and receive support in caring for yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually in an intentional space for renewal and connection. For registration and contact information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e8uiKnfp

We are excited to welcome viviane zaccour (MS-CMHC) to PSI's team. Viviane is a compassionate therapist who creates a warm, supportive space for clients to explore their inner worlds and achieve lasting growth. With a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and training in EMDR and TEAM-CBT, Viviane brings a blend of clinical expertise, creativity, and a multicultural perspective to her practice. Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, Viviane is dedicated to helping clients discover their strengths and lead meaningful lives. To read more about Viviane, please visit https://lnkd.in/efK-g-y8 You can contact Viviane at [email protected]

"For Sarah Segal McCaslin, MS, MDiv, LCSW, an ordained minister, licensed clinician, and the executive director of PSI ... the therapist’s office isn’t just a place to talk about your day-to-day troubles, but a place to explore more amorphous concepts, including your faith, your sense of spirituality, or that feeling of smallness you get when you look up at a big black sky full of stars." - read more from Sarah Segal McCaslin and other PSI therapists in "The Spiritual Therapist: Healing and the Secular Priesthood" by Chris Lyford, published by Psychotherapy Networker. https://lnkd.in/emAwpXJs

Anyone who gives care to others, either professionally or personally, is welcome to join a day of restoration designed to help you re-charge your batteries by attending to your own care needs. We invite you to share a meal, catch your breath, and receive support in caring for yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Join Heather Thomas, therapist from?The Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute?and members of the Trinity Pastoral Care team for this time of rest and renewal.?Optional self-directed activities will include art-making, journaling, movement, and meditation and/or prayer.? For registration and contact information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e8uiKnfp

We extend a warm welcome to Heather Thomas, MA, LMHC, as PSI's newest staff therapist. Heather works with individuals, couples, and groups in navigating a wide range of conditions including anxiety, depression, relationship ruptures, trauma, grief and loss, insecure attachment, neurodivergence, and career and life transitions. Her central aim is to help you develop a kind, caring relationship with yourself and with your own inner experience. Drawing from mindfulness-based methodologies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindful Self-Compassion, Relational Life Therapy, and Polyvagal Theory, she helps you gain confidence in your capability to regulate your emotions and calm your nervous system. Heather sees clients virtually and in person at the 50 Fulton Street location in Manhattan. She can be reached at:?[email protected] You can learn more about Heather here:?https://lnkd.in/ecGAS48p

The holiday season can be challenging for many, especially those navigating grief, complicated family dynamics, or loneliness. For some, this time of year amplifies feelings of isolation, anxiety, or sadness, and the pressure to be cheerful can feel overwhelming. If the season of joy feels more stressful than festive, you're not alone, and there are ways to cope. In her blog 'Tis the Season: Prioritizing Mental Health During the Holidays, Sarah McCaslin offers several tips and resources to navigate the season with less stress and more self-compassion. From embracing self-care to setting boundaries with family, Sarah shares practical advice to help you get through the season—whether you're grieving, managing tough relationships, or simply feeling overwhelmed. If you're grieving, lean on trusted friends and ask for specific support. And if you're supporting someone else, offer concrete help rather than vague promises. Embrace moments of joy in simple things—whether it's a walk, a solo dance party, or quiet time with a friend. Be gentle with yourself and those around you. May you have a gentle and fulfilling holiday season. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/espHXWNj If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, trained crisis counselors are available 24/7 by dialing 988. For more information about the Psychotherapy & Spirituality Institute or to request a free consultation with a therapist, connect with us via the link in our bio, or go here: https://lnkd.in/ee8J4dVh. #HolidaySupport #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters

Celebrating?the?incredible?career?of?Rev.?Julia?Kristeller,?an?ordained?Interfaith? Minister?and?Pastoral?Care?Specialist who served PSI?for over twenty years.?Julia's?passion?for?spirituality,?creativity,?and?community?touched?many? lives,?and?we?are?so?grateful?for?her.?We?wish?Julia?all?the?best?in?her?retirement? and?thank?her?for?her?dedication?to?the?PSI?community."