• Inside Compassion

Emiliana Simon-Thomas, PhD

She has provided multiple articles for your reading, along with a powerpoint handout of the morning presentation.

• Our Nature is to Nurture: A Journey into the Origins of Compassion
• Compassion Fitness: Evidence-Based Practices for Boosting Your Own Compassion
• Articles

Kristin Neff, PhD

• Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Kindness
• Self-Compassion and Difficult Relationship Interactions

 
Friday, May 16^th   (9:00 am conference start)

Barbara Fredrickson, PhD    (No Handouts Provided)
 
Frank Ostaseski

• Being A Compassionate Companion
• Compassion & Attunement
• The Five Precepts of Service (English & Spanish)

Christine Courtois, PhD 
Plus some articles for you to read

• Wisdom & Compassion in the Treatment of Trauma: First Do No More Harm
• Wisdom & Compassion in the Treatment of Trauma: Relational Dimensions of Healing
• Treatment of Complex PTSD
• Relational Treatment of Complex Trauma
• Bibliography

 
Saturday, May 17^th   (9:00 am conference start)
 
Tara Brach, PhD     (No Handouts Provided)
 
John Briere, PhD

• Mindfulness, Compassion & the Pain Paradox
• Mindfulness, Compassion, Suffering & the Therapist
• Website & Papers
• Mindfulness in Trauma Treatment-Chapter
• PsychCentral Interview w/J Briere

 
Christopher Germer, PhD

• Self-Compassion: Managing Difficult Emotions
• Self-Compassion Training for Care Givers

 
Before printing:
Our speakers/teachers have provided you with a lot of information. Remember that you do not need all of it for the conference….some is for you to “digest” at your leisure and interest.
 
PARKING/TRANSPORTATION HINTS!!
Public transportation will be much easier!

• Valet parking at Marriott Marquis is $55.00.
• Attached is information on nearby parking lots (click here).
• Nearest Metro Station (Metro Map):

Mt. Vernon Place 7th St. / Convention Center 0.1 mile(s) E
 
As always, be mindful of those with allergies to fragrances. We suggest that you wear layers to adjust to the temperature in the conference rooms. Also, keep in mind that we do not provide snacks or meals at the conference, although they will be available at the hotel.
 
CERTIFICATES will be mailed to you (at your registration address) by the end of May. Remember to sign in each morning, and turn in your evaluation on your last day.
 
We look forward to seeing you!
The FACES Team