Grief & Loss Creative Process Group

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When: We will meet for 6 weeks on Tuesday evenings, from 10/15 – 11/19

Time: 6 pm – 7:30 pm

Where: Zoom

Suggested donation: $5 – $25 per session.

Grief & Loss Creative Process Group: An expressive arts therapy group for processing grief & loss within a therapeutic space. We will explore themes of loss, death, & grief as a collective community with verbal processing as well as creative prompts. This group is open to adults having experienced the death of a loved one (at any point), or is actively working with anticipatory grief with loss of a loved one. LGBTQIA+ affirming. No previous artistic experience necessary. Those who are interested are encouraged to reach out to me for more information.

Contact: kp (she/he/fae): kp@liberationinstitute.org

Bio: kp (she/he/fae) is a therapist trainee, currently seeing clients at Liberation Institute and attending school at the California Institute of Integral Studies. kp has been doing grief work for over a decade in several capacities, is an experienced homebirth midwife, and has completed training at Final Passages for Death Midwifery/Death Doula work. Fae have a passion for grief work integrated into the creative process, and have published several zines with community grief artwork. He has also experienced long term crafting of clairvoyant skills and integrates that into intuitively based practice. kp is holistically oriented with roots in relational care, liberation work, transpersonal psychology, and a touch of magic. Having had a relationship with grief for 24 years, creative grief care is close to her heart and a core aspect of what informs her lifework and relationship with self, other, & the unseen.

KP Parks is supervised by Brad Byrum, License # T2185.

Psychedelic Integration for People in Recovery

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When: Once a month on the Third Friday

Time: 515pm-645pm

Where: Tabor Space Library https://taborspace.org/library 

This community gathering invites people in recovery who are interested in, or currently integrating psychedelics into their healing practice. We will discuss how psychedelics impact addictive behaviors and risks of relapse.  We will explore relationships with altered states of consciousness, sobriety vs moderation, various recovery models, and systemic pressures leading to overconsumption and addictive tendencies.   The purpose of the gathering is to be in dialogue about these topics and how they impact our relationship to self, others, substances and altered states.

While we’re not requiring everyone to be sober or abstinent from all substances, we do ask that everyone attending the meeting not be engaging with whatever substance that triggers the addictive behavior.  Our intention for this monthly gathering is for everyone to have a confidential and safe space where people are able to self manage and discuss openly.  This group offers support for people who already have an active healing process around their addiction and are looking for a community to share it with and get support from.

This group is offered to the community in collaboration with Portland Psychedelic Society https://www.meetup.com/psychedelic/events/299239325/

RSVP to elizabeth@liberationinstitute.org

Facilitators:

Elizabeth Hoke is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and Oregon who has over a decade of personal and professional experience with addiction recovery.  She is dedicated to helping people in need receive mental health services through Liberation Institute where therapy is provided for all on a sliding scale. Elizabeth also works with Dr. Rosonke at Rainfall Medicine, sitting with patients as they explore their relationship with addiction through the use of ketamine and psychotherapy. https://www.liberationinstitute.org/our-clinic/team/

Pryor Shade is a therapist trainee at Liberation Institute, veteran, educator, and artist who understands the struggles that we as humans can experience, trying to fit in, earn a living, access resources, develop relationships, and appreciate our own value as creative beings. Along the way he has learned a great deal about humility, about the need for curiosity and a desire to acquire new knowledge and skills. It’s not so much about having the right answer, but to help people share their story and feel heard, seen and valued. One of the greatest lessons he has acquired is to get out of his own way: to let go of his agenda, and be an active participant in the process. No matter what the task, a collaborative approach tends to be far better than a mission executed by an army of one.

Recovery’s Remedy: A Monthly Gathering for Addiction Support

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Addiction can be a formidable adversary, but the journey to recovery is not one that you have to face alone. “Recovery’s Remedy” offers a monthly gathering where you can find the support and camaraderie you need to take those important steps towards healing. Let’s delve into the details of this vital support group.

Time: Monthly gathering for addiction support, held on the first Tuesday of each month.

Contact: To RSVP, please email Elizabeth at elizabeth@liberationinstitue.org.

Location: You can find us at The Rhizome.

Who this group is for: “Recovery’s Remedy” is a supportive community designed for individuals seeking addiction support. Whether you are on the path to recovery or supporting a loved one, you are welcome to join this gathering.

How many times this group will run for: This group meets on a monthly basis, offering consistent and reliable support for those navigating the challenges of addiction and recovery.

“Recovery’s Remedy” serves as a beacon of hope and support for those on the journey to recovery. The focus here is on creating a safe and welcoming space where you will find the support you need. To join this monthly gathering and take steps towards healing and recovery, simply reach out to Elizabeth at elizabeth@liberationinstitue.org to RSVP. You don’t have to face addiction alone, and “Recovery’s Remedy” is here to remind you of that.