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EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 12 - 1:30 pm
(Includes 30 minutes of virtual networking prior to presentation)
Location: Online via Zoom
(This event will be held virtually only)
Zoom Link
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Earn 1 CEU | Approved for LMFTs, LPCs, LCSWs, & Psychologists
CEU Requirements: If you would like to receive CEUs, you must complete the evaluation form after completion of the CE event. This form will be shared with you during the event, and your CEU certificate will then be emailed to you.
TOPIC
Somatic Couples Work - Navigating Conflict
PRESENTER
Maya Amos, LCSW-S, SEP
PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION
Conflict is as an inherent part of relationships that can either erode or strengthen them. The purpose of this training is to learn how to use Somatic Experiencing principles to navigate conflict in a way that fosters emotional regulation, improves communication, and deepens connection. It will introduce specific Somatic Experiencing (SE) exercises and effective strategies to create healthier, more resilient relationships through conflict. It will also introduce clinical case examples and recent research on conflict.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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Discuss the physiology of conflict and learn ways to mobilize it to prevent escalation and create space for more thoughtful, conscious communication
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Discuss the benefits of utilizing Somatic Experiencing principles when working with couples
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Introduce somatic principles and exercises to support regulation of the dyad’s nervous system during conflict
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Introduce effective tools to support breaking free from habitual patterns and defensive responses
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Discuss the art and science of Genuine Listening and the importance of repair as tools to navigate relational conflict effectively
BIOGRAPHY
Facilitated by Maya Amos, LCSW-S, SEP, somatic relational psychotherapist, board approved supervisor, consultant and trainer for mental health professionals with over 15 years of clinical experience. Maya is certified in Somatic Experiencing® (SE™). She is the lead for the teaching team for Somatic Experiencing trainings and an approved session and consult provider at all SE levels.
Maya specializes in trauma resolution and regulation of the nervous system. She guides clients in identifying and addressing how unprocessed emotions, past trauma, communication styles and unresolved relational dynamics manifest in the body and impact current being. By fostering somatic awareness Maya helps clients to build deeper connections, navigate conflicts, cultivate greater emotional regulation, enhance intimacy, and overall become unstuck, more flexible and live life full of connection and choice.
Maya provides clinical supervision, consultations and training seminars about shock and developmental trauma, attachment injuries, somatic couples work, and Polyvagal Theory. She has a private practice in Austin, Texas.
This presentation is designed to be useful for all levels of training and experience.
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