Centered Therapy Chicago

03/25/2026

Elements of grief weave their way through our lives and our bodies as we navigate experiences of loss— anticipated, sudden, cultural, ancestral, societal, or existential.
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In this training, participants will explore the embodiment of grief and its impact on the nervous system, and learn methods of recognizing and nurturing embodied resourcing as a way of enduring grief with courage and curiosity.
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This workshop will also address traumatic themes that emerge in loss, including grief-related anger, loss of safety, and loss of land for Indigenous communities, and the need to decolonize grief by honoring collective and communal healing.
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3 Cultural Competency CEs | Virtual | Discounted rate available for students and those facing financial hardship.
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Becky Carter, LCPC (she/her) is a somatic trauma therapist with over 25 years of experience. She integrates Somatic Experiencing, IFS, and a decolonizing approach to trauma, with a focus on relational and collective healing.
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Link to full course description and registration: https://ctctrainingcenter.thinkific.com/courses/from-trauma-to-transormation-2026

03/23/2026

We’re so excited to welcome back Becky Carter, LCPC, Somatic Trauma Therapist, to the CTC Training Center! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert in somatic trauma work and earn 3 CEs! Fulfills Cultural Competency CE requirement.
👉 Register here: https://ctctrainingcenter.thinkific.com/courses/from-trauma-to-transormation-2026

01/23/2026

If January flew by before you had a chance to slow down and set intentions for 2026, Intentional You offers a space to do just that this February.
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Led by Dr. Bianka Hardin, founder of Centered Therapy Chicago, Intentional You is a small-group vision boarding and intention-setting workshop open to anyone who wants time to reflect, reconnect with their values, and create a visual anchor for the year ahead. Through mindfulness practices, guided meditation, and creative reflection, you’ll leave with a tangible, inspirational vision board.
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Open to anyone — no clinical or creative background required.
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Feb 8, 2026 | 1–4 PM
In person at Centered Therapy Chicago
$75 | Limited to 10 participants
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For more information and registration, click here ​​https://www.ctctrainingcenter.com/courses/visionboard2026

01/13/2026

The digital landscape is changing faster than our ethical codes can keep up. Therapists are navigating new questions around privacy, self-disclosure, online presence, and a deeply polarized world, all while trying to stay connected to the clients they serve.
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Join us for Ethics in the Age of Google, Social Media and Political Divide with Noelle McWard, LCSW. This conversation-based training explores how therapists can stay ethical, boundaried, and grounded in their values amidst rapid technological and social shifts.
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3 Ethics CEs | February 27 | In person at CTC 
Register Here: https://www.ctctrainingcenter.com/courses/feb2026-ethics-in-the-age-of-google

01/07/2026

Start the year with clarity and creativity! Join us for "Intentional You: Vision Boarding and Intention Setting Workshop" in-person at Centered Therapy Chicago on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Register Here 👉 https://www.ctctrainingcenter.com/courses/visionboard2026

12/17/2025

We’re so excited for this fantastic training! The rise of the internet and social media has introduced new challenges for therapists around privacy, self-disclosure, and navigating an increasingly polarized world.

Join us for a conversation-based training on staying ethical, boundaried, and grounded in your values amidst rapid technological and social shifts.

📅 Friday, February 27 | In person at CTC
🎓 3 Ethics CEs

👉 Register here: https://www.ctctrainingcenter.com/courses/feb2026-ethics-in-the-age-of-google

12/11/2025

We’re honored to partner with The Friendship center this season to support neighbors across Chicago’s northwest side. We’re collecting dried beans, pasta, and sauce—simple staples that make a meaningful difference for families experiencing food insecurity.
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A donation box is located at CTC for staff and clients, and other members of our community can also contribute at Ridman’s Coffee (open every day from 7am to 3pm). Donations will be accepted through December 19.
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If you’d like to learn more about other donation sites and community partners in the area, has a helpful guide to local boxes and organizations.
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https://ravenswoodchicago.org/donation-boxes/
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We are grateful to be part of a community that shows up for one another.

12/04/2025

Join us for Renewal & Restoration — a free yoga event just for therapists!
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There are only a few spots left! Register here:
https://shorturl.at/uthEb
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In a world that moves quickly, this gathering invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with ease and intention.
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Through gentle movement, mindfulness, and stillness, we’ll come together for nourishment, connection, and gratitude.
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This event is our gift to therapists, who hold so much for others every day. Facilitated by Bridget Porterfield, RYT 500, and Bianka Hardin, PsyD.
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•Friday, December 12
•10 to 11:30 am
•At Centered Studios | 7009 N Glenwood Ave

12/03/2025

Holidays can be tough. Here are some tips on how to do self-care during the holiday season.

The holidays can cause stress and sometimes unearth feelings of grief and ambivalence. Here are some ways to practice holiday self-care, and ease the load.

11/17/2025

Holidays are coming. Do they stress you out? If so, you're not alone. Here are some tips.

Holidays: Tips For Keeping Your Cool and Supporting Yourself During the Holidays

11/09/2025

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