Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

For the October training, Aaron Foster (therapist with SWFGC) will be co-presenting with me on Trauma Informed Play Therapy and treatment planning based on the ARC Model (Attachment, Regulation, Competency). If you are interested in attending please contact Nathan Hoge via email at nhoge@swfamily.com to sign up. The following is a description from Aaron for…  MORE >

The New Mexico Child Abuse Prevention Partnership (NM-CAPP) is a consortium of stakeholders throughout the state, each with their own mission relating to child abuse prevention coming together to eliminate child abuse. The individual strengths and programs of the member stakeholders are augmented by their affiliation with other like-minded organizations. The collaboration of NM-CAPP with these…  MORE >

The New Mexico Child Abuse Prevention Partnership (NM-CAPP) is a consortium of stakeholders throughout the state, each with their own mission relating to child abuse prevention coming together to eliminate child abuse. The individual strengths and programs of the member stakeholders are augmented by their affiliation with other like-minded organizations. The collaboration of NM-CAPP with these stakeholder…  MORE >

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

The Children’s Law Institute (CLI) is a statewide, multi-disciplinary conference addressing issues of importance in child welfare and juvenile justice. Over more than twenty years it has grown from a small gathering of lawyers to an event attracting over 1,000 educators, child welfare workers, judges, lawyers, juvenile justice personnel, advocates, foster parents, young people, lawmakers,…  MORE >

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

Lead by Dr. Craig Pierce, every third Thursday at the SWFGC Main Office. Topics will vary weekly. Open to SWFGC staff and limited number of outside mental health professionals, call for (505) 830 1871 to check availability.

Third Tuesday seminars are open to SWFGC staff only. This week will feature an overview of suicide trends and what we know about suicide in New Mexico. We will also be looking at our suicide numbers and trends for the semester and over the years. This is a 3 hour training with handouts and a powerpoint.…  MORE >

Counselors and mental health providers from all over the state gather for this year’s theme: Building Resiliency For A Changing World. The conference is open to counselors, mental health professionals, social workers, and students. Southwest Family will have a booth available at the conference, staffed before seminars begin, during the lunch break, and at the end of…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

Please join us for a site review and meet Southwest Family leadership, our new program supervisor, and other area stakeholders. Breakfast will be provided. Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) is an evidence-based behavioral health program that engages the at-risk youth in the home, at school, and in the community. R.S.V.P. Kevin Moeller kmoeller@swfamily.com

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

This year’s conference is entitled: “Optimizing the Practice & Profession of MFT”. At this training, you will have the opportunity to: Identify Your “WHY” Build Your Own Practice Participate In A RoundTable Discussion Earn Supervision CEUs (2 hours) Earn Ethics CEUs (2 hours) Learn About New Types Of Family Therapy Techniques The conference is open to…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

We will be offering training on our new electronic record system, Welligent. Each training is 8 hours split across two days. Attendees must register for trainings on consecutive days and at the same time each day (i.e. mornings or afternoons). These trainings are for agency staff only and provide 6 CEUs. Attendance is not mandatory but…  MORE >

Mental Health First Aid helps you assist someone who is experiencing a mental health or substance use-related crisis. Learn risk factors and warning signs for mental health concerns, basic strategies for how to help someone in crisis, and where to go for additional help. Provided free of charge as part of the Healthy Transitions Grant.

Special trauma-informed training by Dr. Craig Pearce for Grant Middle School Staff. This who want to attend can contact Paul Roney at (505) 908 0163. For more information on the details of the presentation please contact Nathan Hoge at (505) 301-5811.

Special trauma-informed training by Dr. Craig Pearce for McKinley Middle School Staff Staff. Those who want to attend can contact Amy Van Dyke at amy.vandyke@aps.edu. For more information on the details of the presentation please contact Nathan Hoge at (505) 301-5811.

Special trauma-informed training by Dr. Craig Pearce for Wilson M.S. and Van Buren M.S. Staff. Those from Wilson M.S. who want to attend can contact Ann Piper at piper_a@aps.edu. Those from Van Buren M.S. who want to attend can contact Jeri Heileman at heileman@aps.edu. For more information on the details of the presentation please contact…  MORE >

Special trauma-informed training by Dr. Craig Pearce for Eisenhower M.S. staff. This who want to attend can contact Marie Perae at (505) 573-4922. For more information on the details of the presentation please contact Nathan Hoge at (505) 301-5811.

Special trauma-informed training by Dr. Craig Pearce for Jackson Middle School Staff. Those who want to attend can contact Charlene Lutz at (505) 299-7377 x 23557 or lutz@aps.edu. For more information on the details of the presentation please contact Nathan Hoge at (505) 301-5811.

Understanding The Effects Of Trauma, Abuse & Neglect Free Workshop For Bridge Academy staff, Engage! staff, and Santa Fe Juvenile Probation Officers Dr. Craig Pierce introduces the topic of interpersonal neurobiology, and shares the latest research on the effect of trauma, abuse, and neglect on normal brain development. Learn how to utilize trauma-informed practice strategies,…  MORE >

This training by Claire Kyllo, LCSW is designed to help therapists that school-based therapy to feel more comfortable doing their own intakes with parents and students, and providing an appropriate diagnosis. Meet in Dr. Pierce's Office. 3 CEUs provided. RSVP: nhoge@swfamily.com Topics: Intake paperwork All sections of the new BIOIA on Welligent Handling parent questions and concerns…  MORE >

This training is for SWFGC staff. It is a 3 hour presentation on The Working Classroom Model of Community (and individual) Transformation at the Rio Grande Office in Dr. Pierce's Office. Please RSVP to Courtney Custer at ccuster@swfamily.com by September 23, 2016. Space is limited to 15 attendees. Training Description: Therapists will explore: Issues of…  MORE >

October's Special Clinical Topic is on Understanding Precursors and Preventing Early Onset Adolescent Psychosis. Location: Southwest Family Guidance Center - Rio Grande Office Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Attendees will receive 1.5 CEUs. October’s Training Series will be BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH No RSVP is required.

October's Special Clinical Topic is on Understanding Precursors and Preventing Early Onset Adolescent Psychosis. Location: Las Cruces Southwest Family Guidance Center Office Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Attendees will receive 1.5 CEUs. October’s Training Series will be BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH No RSVP is required.

October's Special Clinical Topic is on Understanding Precursors and Preventing Early Onset Adolescent Psychosis. Location:  Southwest Family Guidance Center - Texas Office Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Attendees will receive 1.5 CEUs. October’s Training Series will be BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH No RSVP is required.

November's Special Clinical Topic is on Understanding Precursors and Preventing Early Onset Adolescent Psychosis. Come join Dr. Pierce for a special training where you will learn the signs and precursors to early onset adolescent psychosis. Attendees will learn how complex trauma effects the brain and it's early development and how Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can contribute…  MORE >

Building a Safe Space for Play in Therapy This training will be lead by Robyn Rausch, and will focus on concrete and practical ways to set boundaries and prepare a play space to maximize the effectiveness of play therapy.  It will be focused on techniques for both directive and non-directive play therapy styles.

Denette Varley is hosting a Review Training of the Seven Challenges for those therapists already trained in the model. The purpose of this training is to explore and review what these therapists  have experienced in using the model and what additional training they think would be beneficial in the coming year. A specific trainer from Seven Challenges…  MORE >

Building a Safe Space for Play in Therapy This training will be lead by Robyn Rausch, and will focus on concrete and practical ways to set boundaries and prepare a play space to maximize the effectiveness of play therapy.  It will be focused on techniques for both directive and non-directive play therapy styles.

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Dr. Pierce will be providing professional training to the staff at Emerson Elementary School on creating a trauma informed culture in the school setting. The training will teach staff how trauma impacts brain development, attachment, and self-regulation. Attendees will also learn about trauma triggers and the alarm response. Deescalation and behavioral intervention strategies will also…  MORE >

Dr. Pierce will be providing professional training to the staff at Tony Hillerman Middle School on creating a trauma informed culture in the school setting. The training will teach staff how trauma impacts brain development, attachment, and self-regulation. Attendees will also learn about trauma triggers and the alarm response. Deescalation and behavioral intervention strategies will also be…  MORE >

Dr. Pierce and Ashley Martin-Cuellar will be providing a Thriving Kids Training for those who are interested in delivering the curriculum in Los Lunas/Valencia County. For questions please contact Nathan Hoge at nhoge@swfamily.com

SWFGC is holding an intake training on January 6, 2017 from 9am-12pm at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center. This training is mandatory for all SWFGC therapists doing intakes.

On behalf of the Children’s Law Institute (CLI) Planning Committee, we would like to invite your organization to participate as a Sponsor at the 24th Annual Children’s Law Institute, January 11-13, 2017. The conference will be held at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, 800 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104. We expect 900-1000…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

This meeting is for current Thriving Kids instructors and parent coaches. The meeting will take place at the Rio Grande Office (room 6) and will run from 12:15pm-1:15pm. Please contact Ashley Martin-Cuellar for more information at amcuellar@swfamily.com

This training is taking place in Valencia County for CYFD staff. Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC will be presenting the Thriving Kids Parenting Curriculum as well as information on how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact brain development and function. Attendees can earn 3 CEUs.

This training will take place at Southwest Family Guidance Center's Texas Street location (room 10). Attendees will improve their knowledge of the impact lack of language has on child development, will learn skills for engaging and keeping deaf and hard of hearing adults in treatment, and will gain an understanding of how to work with…  MORE >

This meeting is for current Thriving Kids instructors and parent coaches. The meeting will take place at the Rio Grande Office (room 6) and will run from 11:00am-12:00pm. Please contact Ashley Martin-Cuellar for more information at amcuellar@swfamily.com

Join Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC for this special workshop on trauma informed care and the ARC Model. This particular training is geared toward MST clinicians. Come learn about how trauma, abuse and neglect impact brain development. You will also learn about triggers, the alarm response, and specific interventions to use in working with trauma…  MORE >

Natalie Gail Sanchez, LMHC will be providing a highly interactive training on FearFlip, a simple yet powerfully effective therapeutic tool that clinicians can facilitate with their clients. Objectives: Introduce clinicians to FearFlip and provide experiential learning with written/self-facilitation and partner facilitation. Attendees will earn 3 CEUs Space is limited. Please RSVP to Courtney Custer at…  MORE >

This training will be lead by Robyn Rausch, and will focus on concrete and practical ways to set boundaries and prepare a play space to maximize the effectiveness of play therapy.  It will be focused on techniques for both directive and non-directive play therapy styles. 1.5 CEUs will be offered.

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

Natalie Gail Sanchez, LMHC will be providing a highly interactive training on FearFlip, a simple yet powerfully effective therapeutic tool that clinicians can facilitate with their clients. Objectives: Introduce clinicians to FearFlip and provide experiential learning with written/self-facilitation and partner facilitation. Attendees will earn 3 CEUs Space is limited. Please RSVP to Courtney Custer at…  MORE >

This professional development training is being presented by Robyn Rausch at the Rio Grande Office (Dr. Pierce's room). The training will explore issues of ethics that play therapy brings up, different from talk therapy and adult therapy. Attendees will identify principles for approaching ethic issues including confidentiality, touch, and mandatory reporting. The training will also explore…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC will be providing the keynote address at the New Mexico Public Education Department's 2017 School Health Educator Institute (SHEI). This year's overarching theme is "Youth at Risk."

NMAPT hosts an annual conference, highlighting play therapy theories, techniques and recognized leaders in the field. 2017 Annual Conference March 31 - April 1, 2017 Registration starts at 12:00 and 4:00 on Friday and 8:00 for Saturday ​ Nativo Lodge 6000 Pan American Freeway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 ​ Our conference rate is $69/night plus tax…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

This is a training provided by the New Mexico Attorney General's office regarding the epidemic of human trafficking in New Mexico and nationwide. It will help inform you on the problem, help you link with other professionals in the field and give you basic knowledge on how you might be able to intervene with your…  MORE >

Southwest Family Guidance Center & Institute will be exhibiting at the Head 2 Toe Conference on April 19-20, 2017. Head 2 Toe is a conference geared toward improving student health and academic success. To learn more about this event and to register please visit the Head 2 Toe website here.    

This conference will help families improve their skills in advocating for their children and in impacting the systems that affect their children. There will be fun networking opportunities with over 300 participants from around the state and a selection of workshop strands that will provide important information and perspectives to both families and professionals. Contact…  MORE >

Ethical and cross cultural concerns when working with disabled children, adults and family members Presented by: Cathryn Glenday, LMHC Location: SWFGC Rio Grande Office CEUs: A total of 3.0 (1.5 of which are in Ethics) PLEASE RSVP TO: Courtney Custer at ccuster@swfamily.com  This training will cover the below topic areas:  Understand the scope and prevalence…  MORE >

The NMCA Annual Conference is being held April 28-29, 2017 at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Albuquerque. This year's theme is "The New Basics & Beyond." Attendees can earn up to 12 CEUs, including 3 in Supervision, and 6 in Ethics. Keynote addresses will be given by Dr. Craig Pierce, CEO of Southwest Family Guidance Center…  MORE >

Jade Richardson Bock, Executive Director of the Children’s Grief Center of New Mexico, will lead a two-hour workshop on how to support students through the grieving process. The workshop will include: Understanding how children grieve differently from adults. Learn to recognize some of the common pitfalls to which bereaved youth are vulnerable, i.e. physical ailments,…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

Hello HT Youth and Adult Supporters: It’s time for our annual one-day Y.E.S. Conference.  This year it will be held in Española, NM at the Northern New Mexico College on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. CEUs will be offered Youth Track – campus tour, art, music, and yoga workshops Adult…  MORE >

There will be a Corrales Staff Meeting on June 6, 2017 from 10am-12pm.  

Dr. Pierce, CEO and Clinical Director of SWFGC will be presenting at the following summit at 2:30pm, Friday, May 5th. SUMMIT DETAILS: Come join us as we host our annual anti-human trafficking conference. This years focus will be DMST — Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking. We will be covering the problems that many of our minors…  MORE >

Golden Apple Foundation of New Mexico invites teams of educators, administrators, counselors and other key school personnel to attend this timely and fundamental one-day conference on trauma and its affects on students and learning. Trauma informed practice is a component of many districts’ academic master plans. Dr.CraigPierce, LMFT, LPCC, of Southwest Family Guidance Center and Institute, will…  MORE >

NMAMFT is holding their annual conference in Las Cruces, NM on June 9th and 10th. This conference will be focusing on the the “Ethics of Marriage and Family Therapy.” An opening reception will be held on June 9th from 6-8pm, hor d'orves will be served and there will be a cash bar. The conference itself…  MORE >

This is an internal training for SWFGC Staff on Seeking Safety. Seeking Safety is a therapeutic model designed to address PTSD and Substance Use Contact Person: Denette Varley (dvarley@swfamily.com) or Carlotta Saiz (ccsaiz@swfamily.com) Location: SWFGC Santa Fe office

SWFGC is very proud to be supporting a training and research study by the The Policy and Research Group on emotional self-regulation in adolescents that have experienced trauma. This opportunity includes four days of training, up to 24 CE Hours, and a generous $800 stipend. Any providers who are interested please read CAREFULLY the letter…  MORE >

SWFGC will be providing a Thriving Kids Training to Valencia County CYFD Staff. Thriving Kids is a 16-week intensive parenting curriculum designed to improve overall family health and success. The program is trauma-informed, developmentally informed and based on the latest research and work in interpersonal neurobiology. Our mission is to deliver an intensive training program that increases empathy,…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

There will be a SWFGC MST Supervisor Meeting on June 26, 2017 from 11am-1pm at the new Rio Grande Office.

New Mexico Association for LGBT Issues in Counseling has teamed up with New Mexico Association for Marriage and Family Therapists to bring you our latest conference focused on affirmative and inclusive care for our LGBTQ clients. This conference will focus on family units, spirituality and resiliency within the LGBTQ community. Keynote Speaker will be the…  MORE >

An internal SWFGC Intake Training will be held on August 4, 2017 at the Old Town Office from 9:00am-12:00pm. CE Hours will be offered.  

Denette Varley, LMFT, LSAA will be in Las Cruces on August 4, 2017 to deliver a training on Seeking Safety, a treatment model for PTSD and Substance Abuse. Please see details below. Event Name:  Seeking Safety Description:  Substance Abuse and clients with Trauma--- how to treat them with this evidence based model. Date: 8-4-17 Start Time: 9am…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

SWFGC will be hosting our Annual Agency Training at the Los Duranes Community Center on August 11, 2017 from 8:30 am -1:00 p.m. CE Hours offered.

SWFGC will be hosting an internal training on Suicide Assessments at the Los Duranes Community Center on August 11, 2017 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. CE Hours offered.

Title of the presentation: Building a Safe Space for Play Therapy in Schools Name & Credentials of Presenter(s): Robyn D Rausch, LMHC Location: Old Town- ST. Claire room, SWFGC Date: 9/7/17 Time:  9-12 pm CE Hours: 3 Training Description: This training is focused on the basic therapeutic setting for play therapy in a school environment. It will cover the basics of creating…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce will be training DOH staff on Trauma Informed Organizational Development on 9/12/2017.  

Title of the presentation: Implementing the Thriving Kids Parenting Program Name & Credentials of Presenter(s):  Ashley Martin-Cuellar, Ph.D., LMFT  Location: Old Town Rio Date:  September 14th, 2017  Time:  09:00am-12:00pm  Training Description: This training session is for individual and family therapists interested in working with CYFD involved families in order to deliver the Thriving Kids Parenting Curriculum. This is a trauma informed…  MORE >

Session Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD Date: 9/21/2017 Time: 10:00am-12:00pm This training is for new CYFD staff and is a part of CYFD's Foundations of Practice Training series.

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

Title of the presentation: Ethics & Presence Name & Credentials of Presenter(s): Bhanu Joy Harrison, LCSW, SEP and Susan Smith-Pierce, PhD, LPCC Location: SWFGC Training Room, on Rio Grande Date:  Friday,  September 22, 2017 Time:  8:30-12:30 CE Hours: 4 Ethics  Learning Objectives: Define mindfulness and "presence". List 3 ways mindfulness and being present affects the brain to help…  MORE >

Training Topic: Trauma Informed Practice Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: 9/26/2017 Time: 8:15am-5:15pm This training is for the staff of the Boys and Girls Ranches. Attendees will learn how trauma impacts brain development, self-regulation, and behavior. Attendees will learn about: The function of behavior The escalation curve Adverse Childhood Events Internal Working Models…  MORE >

Session Topic: An Introduction to Trauma Informed Care & Thriving Kids Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: September 29, 2017 Time: 9:00am-12:o0pm This training is for the staff and community partners of NMCAN. Attendees will learn about: The impact of trauma, abuse, and neglect on brain development, self-regulation, and behavior. Regulation and the escalation…  MORE >

Name & Credentials of Presenter(s): Gregoria Kay Rirou, MA, LISW Location: SWFGC St. Claire Training Room, Old Town Office 901 Rio Grande Blvd NW 87104 SuiteG-250 Date:  Friday, October 6th, 2017 Time:  9am to 12pm CE Hours: 3 Registration: Please direct all RSVPs to Courtney Custer by email at ccuster@swfamily.com Learning Objectives:  Understanding the role of CYFD…  MORE >

Topic: Unconditional Care and Trauma Informed Practices for Educators Speaker: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: October 9, 2017 Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm This training is for administrators at Roosevelt A. Montoya Elementary School and will cover the following topics: Unconditional Education Trauma Informed Education Principles and Practices The function of behavior The escalation curve Internal working…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce & Nathan Hoge will be presenting an introduction to The Developmental Impact of Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect for the Prevent Child Abuse & Neglect (PCAN) UNM ECHO Project. If you would like to get involved with PCAN please contact Nathan Hoge at nhoge@swfamily.com

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC will be delivering a keynote address and breakout session on Trauma Informed Practice for Educators at the Public Education Department's School Health Educator's Institute (SHEI) on October 24, 2017.

This training is for CYFD's Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  "Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD." Attendees will learn how trauma, abuse, and neglect impact the brain, attachment bonds, arousal levels, and capacity for self-regulation. The training will also teach practical strategies for working with people with…  MORE >

This training is being offered to all of SWFGC. School-based providers may find this content particularly helpful but office based providers could also apply this model to their clients. This training is based on the Seneca model of unconditional care and is a consultation model of how to identify, think about, and intervene with kids…  MORE >

Southwest Family Guidance Center & Institute will be represented at the APS Counselor Resource Fair on November 7, 2017 from 8:00am-12:00pm. Stop by to learn more about our services and meet some of our team! This event is open to all APS counselors. For more information please contact Nathan Hoge at nhoge@swfamily.com

Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting on the topic of Trauma Informed Education at Taylor Middle School on November 28, 2017 from 3:20pm-5:00pm. This training is designed to introduce educators to the concepts of interpersonal neurobiology, trauma informed care, self-regulation, the function of behavior, and internal working models. Attendees will also learn practical behavioral interventions…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC and Courtney Custer, LMHC will be providing a Trauma Informed Education training for the Santa Fe Communities in Schools team at Salazar Elementary School in Santa Fe on November 29, 2017 from 9:30am-11:00am. This training is designed to introduce educators to the concepts of interpersonal neurobiology, trauma informed care, self-regulation,…  MORE >

There will be a SWFGC intern breakfast event on December 1, 2017 from 9am-11am at the SWFGC Old Town Office (St. Claire Room). This is a thank you to all our interns as well as a training on the Seneca Unconditional Care model. This is by no means required, we just wanted to let you…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC will be offering a training for SWFGC staff at the Las Cruces Office. See details below: Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: December 21, 2017 Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Training Title: Trauma-Informed Educational Consult Model Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of what it means to be trauma and…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC and Courtney Custer, LMHC will be providing a trauma informed education training to Albuquerque High School staff on January 2, 2018 from 8:30am-10:30am. Training Description:  Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for Educators: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of what it means to be trauma and…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC & Courtney Custer, LMHC will be providing a training from 1:00pm-3:00pm to all APS counselors on Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse & Neglect. The training will take place at the APS (6400 Uptown Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110). Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for Educators: Attendees of this course will…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC will be offering a training at the Santa Fe Office. See details below: Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: January 4, 2017 Time: 11:30am-1:00pm Training Title: Trauma-Informed Educational Consult Model Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of what it means to be trauma and developmentally informed…  MORE >

Southwest Family Guidance Center & Institute will be sponsoring and exhibiting at the 25th Annual Children's Law Institute January 10-12, 2018 at Hotel Albuquerque, Old Town. About the Children's Law Institute The focus for this 25th year will be on challenging ourselves, shaking things up, looking honestly at what it is like to be a child in New…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: January 11, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight…  MORE >

This training is for JJS Staff. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Trauma-Informed Practices & The Attachment, Regulation, & Competency Model” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: January 12, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Trauma-Informed Practices & The Attachment, Regulation, & Competency Model Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of…  MORE >

Southwest Family Guidance Center, in collaboration with CYFD would like to invite Valencia County community members, families, and youth to join us for our Health Transitions - New Mexico, Local Transition Team Meeting. This next meeting is entirely youth organized and driven. The topics we will focus on are: Youth Drop-In Center Update Year 4 Update…  MORE >

This training is for Capital High School Staff. Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: January 24, 2018 Time: 4pm-6pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for Educators Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of what it means to be trauma and developmentally informed in the educational setting. Participants will…  MORE >

There will be an intake training for SWFGC contractors taking place on January 26, 2018 from 8:30am-12:30pm at the Old Town Office (901 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Suite G250, Albuquerque, NM 87104). This training is for anyone new to intakes or who will be doing intakes in the near future. Please RSVP by email to…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce will be providing a training to SWFGC Santa Fe Staff on February 1, 2018 from 9am-2pm. This training will be on the Attachment, Regulation, and Competency Model (ARC Model). Attendees will learn what it means to be trauma informed and how to apply trauma informed principles in their treatment planning and clinical…  MORE >

Southwest Family Guidance Center is sponsoring and attending the Children's Grief Center 12th Annual Healing Hearts Luncheon & Silent Auction. This is an exceptional event that supports much needed services. Please show your support by donating or joining us at this year's event. Thank you! Event Details The Children’s Grief Center of New Mexico’s 12th…  MORE >

Training Title:  CBT for Relapse Prevention Date: 2/16/18 Time: 9:00am-11:00am Presenter: Daniel Duhigg, DO Description: Review of the foundations of CBT Relapse Prevention for Substance Use Disorders Learning Objectives:  Identify diagnostic criteria for substance use disorders Identify the relapse/recovery cycle Identify common thoughts and behaviors associated with relapse Identify behaviors and thoughts that reduce the risk of relapse CE…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: February 22, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain…  MORE >

This training is being offered to all of SWFGC. School-based providers may find this content particularly helpful but office based providers could also apply this model to their clients. This training is based on the Seneca model of unconditional care and is a consultation model of how to identify, think about, and intervene with kids…  MORE >

This training is for Rio Rancho Public School Counselors. Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: March 7, 2018 Time: 1pm-3pm Location: TBD Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for Educators Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight and understanding of what it means to be trauma and developmentally informed in the educational…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: April 5, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain…  MORE >

Dr. Craig Pierce, Founder and CEO of Southwest Family Guidance Center will be presenting at the 22nd Annual Head to Toe Conference on the topic of Developmental Implications of Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect. This session is scheduled for April 19, 9:45-11:15 am, repeating April 19, 1:45-3:15 pm.  (Sessions #45 and #53) Session Title & Description Developmental Implications of Trauma,…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: May 3, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: June 14, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: August 9, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: September 20, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain…  MORE >

This training is for CYFD’s Foundations of Practice attendees. Dr. Craig Pierce will be presenting  “Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse, & Neglect: Implications for CYFD.” Presenter: Dr. Craig Pierce, LMFT, LPCC Date: November 1, 2018 Time: 10am - 12pm Training Title: Interpersonal Neurobiology, Trauma, Abuse and Neglect: Implications for CYFD Training Description: Attendees of this course will gain insight…  MORE >