Art and Science Physical Therapy & Fitness

Do you long to write the story waiting inside of you?

If so, you may find a meaningful experience through the monthly Brainspotting and Writing groups I am offering.

This is a gentle space to write freely, with no judgement or critique, in which sharing is always optional.

- On the first Wednesday of the month from 9 am to 10:30 am Mountain Time, Serene facilitates the group "Stepping Stones," which helps participants dive into memoir writing through Brainspotting.

- On the third Wednesday of the month from 9 am to 10:30 am Mountain Time, Serene facilitates the group "Where You Look Affects How You Write," an open genre group encouraging any creative writing expressed through Brainspotting.

- On the fourth Friday of the month from 11 am to 12:30 pm Mountain Time, Serene facilitates the group "My (True) Story," which supports healing through writing about one's life experiences using Brainspotting.

Each group costs $65. Register at https://artandsciencept-fit.com/ by clicking on "Trainings and On Going Groups" and select the group(s) you would like to register for (group sign-ups are available a few months at a time).

No writing experience is necessary. Beginners and seasoned writers are equally welcome here. Whether you're just starting or have been writing for years, there's a place for you.

Join us for From Freeze to Thaw: Unlocking Trauma in the Body with Brainspotting

Held on August 7-9th from 9am-5pm Mountain Time.

21 NBCC credits available (ASWB ACE approved)

The 3-day approved course focuses on understanding and addressing when trauma gets stuck in the body - “freeze” - and guiding clients toward a “thaw,” or release and integration of trauma in the brain and in the body.

Register online at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/

Get $50 off if you are a member of RMBI, SEBI, MBI, or BSP Canada. Student and retake rates available.

Key elements:
- Physiological Focus: The workshop describes what occurs in the body during Brainspotting at tissue, cellular, and biochemical levels, with particular attention to the fascial system and how it relates to the freeze response.
- Pain and Trauma: Participants learn about the neurology of pain, chronic pain, and trauma, and how these are processed in both the brain and body.
- Bodyspotting & Techniques: The course introduces advanced Brainspotting frames and techniques to support processing physical and emotional pain (Bodyspotting, Advanced Bodyspotting, Integration, Sweeps and Movement Integration).
- Movement Integration: Movement Integration is taught to support the integration of changes in the brain and in the body, helping clients move from a frozen state to a more adaptive, resilient state.

Kristy Snedden and I offer a variety of weekly Brainspotting and writing groups.

This week on Friday, November 28th from 11-12:30pm Mountain Time, we'll be hosting "My (True) Story".

Register for upcoming groups at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/

We'd love to have you join us for any of these groups. No writing experience necessary.

Just 2 dates to catch the approved specialty workshop
From Freeze to Thaw next year in 2026!

January 23-25th and August 7-9th, 2026. 9am-5pm Mountain Time.

Join us as we explore the fascial system, freeze response, the neurology of pain and learn frames like Bodyspotting, Movement Integration, and more!

Register online at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/
Get $50 off if you are a member of RMBI, SEBI, MBI, or BSP Canada.

Brainspotting Writer's Retreat: "My (True) Story: Using Fiction, Memoir, and Poetry to Deepen Healing"

--September 27th from 9am-3pm Mountain Time--

In this 6-hour retreat, we will combine the healing powers of writing, Brainspotting, and community. Come see how creative expression can help move blockages and increase connection. No writing experience is necessary, but bring your curiosity!

“This is an exceptional program that I recommend to all. At 78 and a closet writer I took the program the first time on a whim. It was an eyeopener. Not only was it enjoyable, but it seemed to awaken the creative stuff within me that I thought I had lost with age. It also allowed me to address personal issues that I have been carrying for too long. JOIN THIS RETREAT or the others that are offered by Kristyn and Serene. It has been life changing. -Leonard McEwen

$10 off for members of RMBI and SEBI

Register today at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events

"Where You Look Affects How You Write" / formerly Stepping Stones (title and work approved by David Grand)

Held by Serene Calkins, PT (BSP consultant and writer)

Next group: Weds June 4th from 8-9:30am Mountain Time

This is a drop-in, monthly Brainspotting writing group to help you tell your story.

It is appropriate both for those with no writing experience and for those who are seasoned writers. We use Brainspotting in each group meeting. However, this is not Brainspotting to process trauma. We start with group Brainspotting to help create group cohesiveness, and GazeSpotting to help access creativity.

Learn more and register at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/

When: January 25th or April 26th; 9am-3pm Mountain Time

Brainspotting Writer's Retreat: "My (True) Story: Using Fiction, Memoir, and Poetry to Deepen Healing" with consultants and writers Serene Calkins & Kristy Snedden.

Imagine spending the day in an intimate and compassionate group setting, experimenting with combining the healing power of Brainspotting with storytelling and creative expression.

$10 off for members of RMBI and SEBI!

Space is limited so reserve your spots today & treat yourself in the new year. Register at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/

Please consider joining us for the upcoming Brainspotting Help humanitarian and fundraising webinar on Wednesday October 2nd from 10am-11:30am Pacific Time.

Mary Jane O'Rourke and I are excited to discuss the "The Story Arc" with you and how you can incorporate it in your sessions to facilitate growth with your clients.

A $50 minimum donation will get you access to both the live event and recording.

Brainspotting Help is a fantastic organization, dedicated to providing free Brainspotting therapy to those impacted by war, natural disasters, and other crises. They also provide trainings for the practitioners who support in those areas. It is our deepest pleasure to host another webinar for BSP Help!

Learn more at & register at: https://www.brainspottinghelp.com

Last chance to register for the September 21st Brainspotting Writer's Retreat:

"My (True) Story: Using Fiction, Memoir, and/or Poetry to Deepen Healing" from 9am-3pm MT.

Kristy Snedden and I thoroughly enjoyed the first event and are looking to hosting another fun, creative, and healing day!

Registration costs $175 ($10 off for RMBI/SEBI members).

This 6-hour online writer’s retreat provides an opportunity for Brainspotting therapists to explore their own healing through writing. We invite you to join us and experience the power of the Neuroexperiential Model as it supports the deep healing possible with Brainspotting and Writing.

Our 2024 From Freeze to Thaw schedule is now available!

We'll also be hosting one "From Freeze to Thaw: The Next Level" training in 2024 for those who are wanting to build upon the skills from the original From Freeze to Thaw training.

Register and learn more at: https://artandsciencept-fit.com/events/ or email us at [email protected]

"The setups are SO helpful along with education on the body/mind (fascia) and how all of it is related to Brainspotting. This is the best training so far - personally what I needed. Professionally - a strong, amazing tool for my clients."- Vivian A.