Dr. Jessica Thomas

20/06/2025

End-of-Life Care Info and Resources for Helping Professionals
Thursday, July 24th
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., PST
Online | 2 CEUs

Join me for a virtual workshop with Sonja Richmond, MD and Meagan Williams, MS, Ed! This session will offer insight and Q&A opportunities around end-of-life care to better support helping professionals—and the people they serve—as they navigate these experiences.

https://graduate.lclark.edu/calendars/events/event/368055-end-of-life-care-information-and-resources-for-helpin

24/05/2025

I have a few open spots for the upcoming Within & Without ™ therapeutic mindful photography training. This training is open to those interested in learning the method and who want a personalized and unique training experience! Check out the training page and apply!

For professionals in the grief and death industry who are seeking to integrate a Within & Without™ therapeutic mindful photography program into their work.

13/05/2025

Catch up on my newsletter—featuring upcoming events and personal insights.

In the midst of our fast-paced lives, it’s easy to overlook the quiet presence of the natural world—and the inner stillness it can awaken in us. Yet even a few moments spent outdoors, simply observing the play of light through trees or the delicate movement of a breeze, can offer a powerful sens...

02/05/2025

Discovering the Unexpected
While mindfully walking through my yard, I took time to observe the new blooms and the plants I had put in the ground last year, now beginning to thrive. As I imagined the future garden—envisioning the vegetables and herbs I’ll soon begin planting—I noticed birds swooping around the front porch and decided to take a closer look. To my surprise, I discovered a nest tucked into the wreath on our front door.

At first, the nest was empty, but by Monday morning, a single blue egg appeared. Then there were two, then three, and now four. In the midst of so much uncertainty, this small daily ritual—checking on the nest and anticipating new life—has felt like an unexpected gift. I don’t think I would have noticed the nest at all had I not taken that mindful walk through the garden that morning.

Find some time today to step outside, take a mindfulness walk, and pause to notice your surroundings. Then, take a few moments to reflect and write:

What did I notice today that I might have missed if I hadn’t slowed down?
How does nature reflect or mirror something I'm feeling right now?
What small rituals help me feel connected, calm, or hopeful?

29/04/2025

I am excited to announce that I will be offering a Within & Without™ intro training Starting May 31st! 10 APA continuing education credits are available. Please visit the training page for details and complete an application!
***Please inquire about discounted spots as I do not want finances to be a barrier for those who are interested!

For professionals in the grief and death industry who are seeking to integrate a Within & Without™ therapeutic mindful photography program into their work.

28/03/2025

I just interviewed Dr. Lindsey Lerner about her work on psilocybin sessions for end-of-life care. After talking with Lindsey I am even more inspired about the powerful impact of this medicine as it shows promising results in providing relief from existential distress, anxiety, depression, and fear in patients with life-limiting conditions. And, I think these sacred experiences can further transform death in America. Stay tuned for that interview and consider registering for the presentation on April 3rd, Psilocybin Sessions for End-of-Life Care: Applications in Terminal Diagnoses (Online)

Thursday, April 3, 2025, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. PST | 2 CEUs

20/03/2025

There’s a lot happening in the world this week, and I’m definitely feeling the weight of it myself. I invite you to prioritize self-care. Spending time outdoors and practicing nature-based therapeutic photography can be a wonderful way to soothe your nervous system and reconnect with the present moment, bringing peace and clarity during stressful times.

*Stay tuned for my upcoming mini Within & Without™ therapeutic mindful photography class.

12/03/2025

Curious about the Within & Without ™ training experience? Hear what participants are saying... And consider joining me for the training in April!
https://drjessicathomas.com/therapeutic-mindful-photography-training/

10/03/2025

I was honored to have James Gurule, an experienced clinician and clinical supervision trainer, participate in my recent training A Creative and Inspirational Approach to Clinical Supervision
Thank you, James, for your thoughtful words and presence!

06/03/2025

As many of us grapple with the state of the world, I've chosen to reflect more deeply on the experience of communal grief. How can we move towards connection and contemplation during times of distress? In what ways can public grieving be seen as “grief activism”? How can we create safe, communal spaces that support this intention and challenge the stigmas surrounding death and grief? Check out my upcoming events, updates and musings!
https://mailchi.mp/bbd61be4a6ba/events-updates-and-musings?fbclid=IwY2xjawI259lleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcW2vvUTWKMD28Qn_9pnQklmHUvBxKrkplIlZAZQI5s2a2y3Lt-gOvpA4w_aem_kw1GZOXJE_m9OyZsPPGxmQ