Core Connections

01/22/2026

I’m excited to share a few upcoming events focused on mental health and emotional and physical well-being. These offerings are designed to be supportive, accessible, and grounded in real-life practices. We'll be gathering both online and in person, and more dates and offerings will be added soon!

Topics include:
– Self-Compassion
– Your window of tolerance
– Mind-Body Connection through yoga

If you are someone looking to reconnect with yourself in community, there’s a space for you.

Find the link to our events in the comments!

Hope to see you there 💛

Send a message to learn more

01/18/2026

If you're working toward EMDRIA certification and looking for a supportive, reflective consultation space, I have openings available. I'm a Consultant-in-Training (CIT) working under the counsel of Tom Zimmerman, LPC, EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, and I can provide up to 15 of the required 20 consultation hours.

I have extensive experience in IFS-informed practice, I support therapists in exploring complex clinical work such as OCD, attachment trauma, and complex PTSD through a compassionate, parts-aware lens. My approach is grounded in both structured training and years of practical application, including completion of Stepping Stones (IFSCA) and soon-to-be Level 1 IFS trained. I can support 15 of your EMDR certification consultation hours, and can recommend an Approved Consultant (AC) for the other 5 required hours for certification.

Open to individual and/or small group consultation.

Reach out with any questions: info@coreconnectionsgroup.com

https://www.coreconnectionsgroup.com/5e5ca8f2-b058-42bc-9ff1-a51508f154ab

01/09/2026

01/06/2026

There is still time to register for our Somatic Yoga class held by Kate Olson! Join us this Sunday at 4pm in our lovely office space for a time to rest and reset your body!
Register here: https://www.coreconnectionsgroup.com/somatic-yoga-with-kate-olson

12/30/2025

Come and join Kate Olson, an experienced yoga teacher, in a somatic yoga class in our lovely office space on January 11th. A gentle, grounding way to ease into the new year.

This body-centered practice invites you to slow down, reconnect, and move with more presence.

Date: Sunday 11th January at 4pm
Location: 1 Altoona Place, Mt. Lebanon, Pittsburgh, PA, 15228
Cost: $20

All are welcome, no yoga experience needed.

Register via link below or message me if you’d like more info!

Find your inner calm through skilled movements and observation of internal sensations in this gentle yoga class appropriate for everyone. Rather than focusing on physical alignment of specific yoga poses, Somatic Yoga focuses on the felt sensation of gentle movement from the inside out

12/21/2025

This February, take a gentle pause from the rush of daily life. In this guided workshop, we’ll slow down together and turn inward with curiosity, not judgment. Through mindful practices and reflective exploration, you'll learn to meet your inner world with greater self-compassion and openness.

Whether you're new to inner work or looking to deepen your practice, this space invites you to reconnect with yourself in a meaningful and nurturing way.

This 1 hour & 15 minute workshop is designed to gently guide you in a gentle exploration of who are deep within; the qualities that may not be obvious to you including finding your calm, compassionate and curious core! You will: Be gently guided through a grounding meditation Explore the often-h...

12/13/2025

We’re excited to be offering new events in 2026!

Stay in touch to hear about upcoming classes and workshops on body and mental health.

Sign up for our mailing list to get updates! Updates are usually sent about once a month or less.

https://www.coreconnectionsgroup.com/
(scroll to the very bottom of the above webpage to find the sign-up)

11/15/2025

Join our small EMDR consultation group to share and learn. I bring a deep interest in IFS and OCD as well, and love to help EMDR therapists. If you are looking for consultation hours toward your foundational training or are seeking EMDR certification, reach out! Email:info@coreconnectionsgroup.com

11/11/2025

Hi EMDR Therapists!

Grow in Confidence with EMDR Consultation
Thursdays at 3:30 PM EST - Facilitated by me, Caryn Jooste, EMDRIA approved EMDR Consultant-in-Training
Join us in a safe, supportive group to reflect, connect, and refine your EMDR practice. Earn consultation hours toward foundational training and/or certification!

Email me directly at info@coreconnectionsgroup.com

09/18/2025

In honor of National Su***de Prevention Awareness month!
https://www.coreconnectionsgroup.com/suicide-prevention-community-learning

09/08/2025

It’s time to give yourself some time!

I’m grateful to be able to offer “Finding Your Core Self” workshop again.

Together we’ll explore qualities like curiosity, compassion, and calm that can support us day to day. The session will include a guided meditation and lots of time for reflection.

It’s a welcoming space for anyone interested in reconnecting with their inner resources and leaving with simple practices to support daily life.

If this resonates with you or someone you know, you’re warmly invited to join.

📍 Location: 1 Altoona Place, 1st Floor, Mt. Lebanon, PA, 15228

📅 Date: Saturday 13th September 2025

🕒 Time: 9:30am

Cost: $25

Register here: https://www.coreconnectionsgroup.com/finding-your-core-self-sept-25

A one-hour & 15 minute introductory workshop to finding your Core Self through meditation and writing