Screen-Free Gathering in Griffith Park: EMDR, EFT + Hangout. Co-hosted by Alisha

* In-Person Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA, USA

* Please ONLY RSVP if you will be at Griffith Park in Los Angeles.

Meetup Group: Return To Connect
Event: Griffith Park, In-Person
Hosts: Alisha, Ly-Lan

"Return To Connect" reminds us to return to our most resourced selves in order to connect with each other and our goals.

We meet in person and build a supportive community when possible.

The first 15 minutes of this event will be EMDR and EFT Tapping, followed by fun ice-breakers and free-range socializing. Please feel free to bring your own snacks, if you like. We have Griffith Park options after our hour together, we can check out sunset at the observatory, or wander in any direction.
I will be coming from Orange County, and happy to carpool.

THE EMDR and EFT tools that we practice are calming and relieving. We do not focus or direct attention to trauma or distressing events. It is useful and worthwhile to process trauma, however, this group setting is not an appropriate place to present traumatic experiences.

Please arrive Early to account for traffic, parking, bathroom and other tasks. There may be parking fees.

In-Person events are casually curated by group members to build community where they live. If you have suggestions for an in-person meet-up please make a suggestion.

PLEASE CHECK this event page, for updates. I will post the exact meeting spot for those who have RSVP'd.

Also, It is supposed to rain in the morning, so please bring a towel and dress for picnic tables after the rain.

Agreements:
By RSVPing for this event, 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.
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:

*What are EMDR and EFT?
In this brief practice, we are only using one small tool from each of these dynamic therapy modalities.
Please review these videos for information on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAclBdj20ZU
https://flashtechnique.com/wp/

*Is this just an info-mercial for a paid course?
Nope. We are real, live, people who practice EMDR and EFT Tools to help ourselves, and we open this practice up to anyone interested.

*Who is Ly-Lan?
https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/862226
Ly-Lan has been a hypnosis, EMDR and EFT Licensed Therapist, Coach and Speaker since 2007, helping people achieve their goals, living life more freely. Ly-Lan's specialities include sex therapy, mindfulness, and trauma.

* Does Ly-Lan accept Insurance as a therapist?
~No. (most frequently asked question)
By facilitating this group, Ly-Lan is not agreeing to provide you with services. Please do not share your personal details with Ly-Lan in a message. If you are interested in individual therapy or coaching, please first reach out and wait for a response, before sharing your personal history.

*How can I best support this community?
~Thanks for showing up in any capacity. You have done enough.
~Leaving typed feedback about your experience or response to the group or your daily tapping practice, is so helpful. These can be left with Meetup, Google, Yelp, FB, or LinkedIn

"If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be." Maya Angelou