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Two Chairs Talks brings together mental health advocates, therapists and thought leaders for a series of intimate conversations to unpack important mental health questions, address common challenges, and share practical strategies to support ourselves and each other in caring for our well-being.

Upcoming Two Chairs Talks Events

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Past Events

Image of event speakers Kim Saira and Zabie Yamasaki
WEDNESDAY, MAY 18
How We Heal
Trauma-informed care for the AAPI Community
with Kim Saira and Zabie Yamasaki

In honor of AAPI Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re bringing together three speakers to share their personal experiences and professional guidance in healing from trauma — particularly for members of the AAPI community — no matter where you are in your journey.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Bertilda Lacy (LCSW) and Alyssa Campbell (CEO of Seed and Sew)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16
Self-Care for Caregivers
How to care for yourself so you can care for others
with Alyssa Campbell

As parents and caregivers, it’s ok to make time to care for your own needs — in fact, it’s essential. Two Chairs Therapist Bertilda Lacy, LCSW and Alyssa Campbell, a leading expert in emotional development and CEO of Seed and Sew, will discuss why self care is so important for caregivers and how to actually make space for it in your day-to-day life.

WHEN
5pm - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Christy Lusareta (LMFT) and Yasmine Cheyenne (self-healing educator)
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2
Navigating the New Year “Blahs”
How to set intentions for a fresh start in 2022
with Yasmine Cheyenne

As we navigate a new year that might not feel quite so new, Two Chairs Clinical Director Christy Lusareta, LMFT and self-healing educator Yasmine Cheyenne are here to share how setting intentions can help us feel more excited and empowered to find a fresh start. We'll learn how to set an intention, what that really means, and how it can help us grapple with what is - and isn’t - in our control.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Lindsey Luebe (LCSW) and writer Jamie Varon
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15
Finding Joy by Fighting Excess
Learn why an intentional holiday is a happier holiday
with Jamie Varon

During the holidays, we can find ourselves bombarded by messages of materialism and consumption, and risk losing sight of the practices and relationships that truly bring us joy. For this timely Two Chairs Talks event, join Two Chairs Therapist Lindsey Luebe, LCSW and writer Jamie Varon to learn how we can let go of comparison and find contentment in times of excess.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Hannah Klempner (PsyD) and Almost 30 Podcast co-hosts Krista Wiliams and Lindsey Simcik
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27
What is Spirituality?
An exploration of self, spirit, and the divine
with Krista Wiliams and Lindsey Simcik

Two Chairs Therapist and Director of Clinical Innovation Hannah Klempner, PsyD, will lead a conversation with Almost 30 Podcast co-hosts Krista Wiliams and Lindsey Simcik to explore what it means to be spiritual and how spiritual practices can help improve our mental health.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Payton Somers (LPCC), Evelynn Escobar (social activist and founder of Hike Clerb), and Manoj Dias
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
Making space for mindfulness
Explore everyday practices to improve our mental health
with Evelynn Escobar and Manoj Dias

Join Two Chairs Therapist and Clinical Director Payton Somers, LPCC for a conversation with Evelynn Escobar, social activist and founder of Hike Clerb, and Manoj Dias, meditation coach and co-founder of Open, about making space for mindfulness. We’ll discuss what mindfulness really means, why it’s important, and how you can find more ease in your everyday.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free
Image of event speakers Arielle Estoria (poet, author, and self love advocate), Two Chairs Therapist Baaba Hawthorne, and Nikki Mostofi (meditation coach)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25
You are enough
Cultivating self love — why it’s so hard and how to find more of it
with Arielle Estoria and Nikki Mostofi

For our first Two Chairs Talks event, we’re excited to sit down with Arielle Estoria, poet, author, and self love advocate to get real, vulnerable, and open about our own self love journeys. Led by Two Chairs therapist Baaba Hawthorne, we’ll discuss how to cultivate self love and share practical ways to find more acceptance and compassion. The event will also include a brief guided meditation led by Nikki Mostofi, a meditation coach at Unplug.

WHEN
5pm PST - 6pm PST
LOCATION
Virtual
COST
Free

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