Guided Stress Relief, Return To Connect

"Your own self-realization is the greatest service you can render the world," -Ramana Maharshi

Group: Return To Connect
Event: Nervous System Reset, Guided Stress Relief
EMDR & EFT Tapping, 15 minutes Live, Together
Scheduled: Mondays 11am PST
*No Group on Sept 28th, see you back on Oct 5th

Welcome
Please read this, to help with your expectations for the 15 minute Free practice group.

Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, will lead us through EMDR and EFT tapping practices to help us return to our most resourced self. From this grounded state, we connect more readily with with our goals and other people. This is a welcoming, positive, supportive group; we do not focus on trauma or disturbing material.

This group begins with practice, instead of introductions or explanations, for curious newcomers and returning "tappers." We are co-regulating as we build our healthy habit routines. Practice time is only 15 minutes. After the practice, we can stay to make introductions, socialize, and problem-solve.

Please sign on early.

10:55am PST/PDT: Yosemite HD, a video studied by UCSF shown to increase happiness

11:00am promptly: Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, will guide you through a few rounds of POSITIVE Focus using an EMDR tool of tapping.
And then we'll practice EFT Tapping.

We will use these tools with only positive thoughts and experiences. We do not use these tools in this brief group setting to address any upsetting material.
Healing from trauma is a valuable journey, and not directly addressed in this 15 minute group. This group is just one tool which focuses on rewiring our brains and nervous systems for safety, security and self-nurturing.

11:15, Q&A and time to socialize, friendships develop in this space

We also have a WhatsApp group for support & reminders.

The zoom link will be visible after you RSVP.

Please RSVP for each event in the series, for updates and cancellations.
Other events: Free monthly Tuesday Sex Therapy Q&A

Agreements:
By joining the zoom session, you agree:
1️⃣ No recording of any kind.
2️⃣ Respect only. No advice, criticism, or suggestions. We practice gratitude and kindness.
3️⃣ No communication for sales, flirting, or unsolicited help. Please keep this safe for peer support.
Any violation will be reported immediately—no exceptions.
Thank you for honoring this space to connect.
Everyone is welcome with these group agreements.
This is not therapy - participate only within your limits.
If you are uncomfortable during the group, this is likely not a good fit for your needs and preferences.

Let's play outside!

In-Person Archery Introduction, Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley, CA, USA
Meet up Group: Return to Connect
Event: In-Person Archery for Stress Relief and Socializing
Where: Mile Square Park, Archery Range
When: September 30, 4-6pm
Requirement: Registration with OCParks on Septmber 16

Archery is an amazing opportunity to practice thought training, breath techniques, positive self-talk, and be outside.

We will use this event to meet fellow Return To Connect practitioners in person, and practice or learn about archery. Ly-Lan is not creating or facilitating this OC Parks event. Ly-Lan inviting you to play at an existing event, and have space to socialize during and after.

This is an Orange County Park activity, and you do need to create an orange county recreation account and register on Sept 16.

"Your own self-realization is the greatest service you can render the world," -Ramana Maharshi

Group: Return To Connect
Event: Nervous System Reset, Guided Stress Relief
EMDR & EFT Tapping, 15 minutes Live, Together
Scheduled: Mondays 11am PST

Welcome
Please read this, to help with your expectations for the 15 minute Free practice group.

Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, will lead us through EMDR and EFT tapping practices to help us return to our most resourced self. From this grounded state, we connect more readily with with our goals and other people. This is a welcoming, positive, supportive group; we do not focus on trauma or disturbing material.

This group begins with practice, instead of introductions or explanations, for curious newcomers and returning "tappers." We are co-regulating as we build our healthy habit routines. Practice time is only 15 minutes. After the practice, we can stay to make introductions, socialize, and problem-solve.

Please sign on early.

10:55am PST/PDT: Yosemite HD, a video studied by UCSF shown to increase happiness

11:00am promptly: Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, will guide you through a few rounds of POSITIVE Focus using an EMDR tool of tapping.
And then we'll practice EFT Tapping.

We will use these tools with only positive thoughts and experiences. We do not use these tools in this brief group setting to address any upsetting material.
Healing from trauma is a valuable journey, and not directly addressed in this 15 minute group. This group is just one tool which focuses on rewiring our brains and nervous systems for safety, security and self-nurturing.

11:15, Q&A and time to socialize, friendships develop in this space

We also have a WhatsApp group for support & reminders.

The zoom link will be visible after you RSVP.

Please RSVP for each event in the series, for updates and cancellations.
Other events: Free monthly Tuesday Sex Therapy Q&A

Agreements:
By joining the zoom session, you agree:
1️⃣ No recording of any kind.
2️⃣ Respect only. No advice, criticism, or suggestions. We practice gratitude and kindness.
3️⃣ No communication for sales, flirting, or unsolicited help. Please keep this safe for peer support.
Any violation will be reported immediately—no exceptions.
Thank you for honoring this space to connect.
Everyone is welcome with these group agreements.
This is not therapy - participate only within your limits.
If you are uncomfortable during the group, this is likely not a good fit for your needs and preferences.

"Sex? That's not so simple."
Mae West, age 83

Group: Return to Connect
Event: Sex Therapy Q&A
Host: Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, Sex Therapist
When: Monthly First Tuesdays 11:30am PST
Where: Zoom, You must have some identifying name (initials are also fine) and your camera must be on. You must be at least 18.

Questions about Anything Sexuality Related: Polyamory, Non-binary, Orgasm, post-cancer, asexual, long-term monogamy, living with disabilities, post-infidelity, new couples, new parents, pain, shyness, differences in desire, kink, mental illness, new diagnoses, queer, affects of news and media on our sexuality, life, anything.
People have presented all situations and circumstances with the goal of improving their own sexuality and their relationship sexualities. And we create the path to success for all situations. There are real resources and real sources of helpful information available to support you on your journey.

Welcome to 30 minutes of Sex Therapist, Ly-Lan Lofgren, LCSW, answering your sex and sexuality related questions.

Ly-Lan has over 20 years of experience as a Sex Therapist working with individuals, couples, and classes as a sex therapist, will discuss your topics and answer your questions.

This session is not therapy, no assessment or treatment planning will take place. Ly-Lan does not agree to provide therapuetic services by offering this group. Please contact Ly-Lan with your return-call information only, not personal history.

If you are interested in a private therapy or coaching session, please first schedule an intake, as you would with any service provider (for example, physical therapist, medical doctor, personal trainer). After making an agreed upon scheduled call, 15 minute free call, or a full consultation session, where Ly-Lan will talk with you, live, about your questions, concerns and goals.

Ly-Lan Lofgren earned AASECT Sex Therapy Certification in 2007, and maintained it for years, and continues to porivde services as a therapist, coach and speaker with specialities in sexuality, trauma, and personal trasnformation. 1-805-762-4598 www.LofgrenTherapy.com

Other events in Meetup Group "Return To Connect" include:
Free EMDR and EFT practice - Mondays 11am PST
Free Accountability Hour - Get your tasks done, variable schedule
Paid Small Groups and Workshops for EMDR, EFT, hypnosis, and/or specific topics

Agreements:

By joining the zoom session, you agree:
1️⃣ No recording of any kind.
2️⃣ Respect only. No advice, criticism, or suggestions. We practice gratitude and kindness.
3️⃣ No communication for sales, sex, or unsolicited help. Please keep this safe for peer support.
*** Ly-Lan is available for your curiosity and concern, and will disconnect from political or moral debate or abusive interactions.
Any violation will be reported immediately—no exceptions.
Thank you for honoring this space to connect.
Everyone is welcome with these group agreements.
This is not therapy - participate only within your limits.
If you are uncomfortable during the group, this is likely not a good fit for your needs and preferences.

FAQ:
*Is this just an info-mercial for a paid course?
Nope. This is a sex-positive community, gathering to discuss sex and sexuality topics.