Self-Sabotaging:  Why We Do It and How to Overcome the Self-Defeating Behaviors

This workshop will dive into the intricate dynamics of self-sabotaging behaviors, exploring their underlying causes and the detrimental impact they can have on our personal and professional lives. By gaining a deeper understanding of why we engage in self-defeating behaviors, we can then embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Together, we will explore effective strategies and practical techniques to break free from the cycle of self-sabotage, enabling us to unleash our full potential and achieve our goals.

Presenter: Dr. Sheila Marczak, LMFT

Dr. Marczak is an American psychotherapist living in Okinawa, Japan, with a PhD in Clinical Counseling and licensed in the state of Tennessee as a Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT). Sheila has over 9 years of clinical experience treating individuals, couples and families and received specialized training in:

• Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
• Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Brainspotting

Register at 

www.tinyurl.com/SelfSabo

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

「Good, Local, Happy！」へようこそ！横浜の水源地の一つである山梨県道志村。今回は、「山」の道志村と「街」の横浜を食で結びます。旬の道志村産野菜とジビエ（鹿肉）を用いて、神奈川を代表する料理業界のシェフ達が厨房を舞台に即興ライブで料理を作り上げます。ジビエ生産者の方にもご登壇いただきお話を伺います。
さらに道志村産食材の物産展・即売会も開催！この貴重な機会にぜひご利用ください。
旬のローカル食材はヘルシーで心と体を喜ばせてくれる欠かせないものです。自然の恵みである食材、生産者、料理人のコラボレーションイベントにぜひご参加をお待ちしています。

そして、ハッピーな食の繋がりをレストランからお客さまに広げていきましょう！

【こんな方にオススメ】
＊ 旬の食材を知りたい、味わってみたい、食材の背景を知りたい！
＊ 経験豊かなシェフの技を学びたい！
＊ 健康志向に対応するホテルやレストランの取り組みが知りたい！

【メニュー】
・講師シェフによる当日の仕入れ食材（道志村産鹿肉、野菜ほか）を用いた即興ライブ調理実演2品

【道志村産食材の物産展・即売会開催】
人と自然が輝く水源の里、道志村で採れた新鮮な食材を展示、販売いたします。（※現金対応のみ）

【写真上より】
1枚目：両協会、協議会のロゴマーク
2枚目：2024年1月に開催した第一回全日本司厨士協会 関東総合地方本部 神奈川県本部と横浜ガストロノミ協議会のセミナーの様子。テーマは「キュジーヌ・サンテ」
3枚目：自然豊かな道志村の風景
4枚目：道志村産ルネッサンストマト
5枚目：1月のセミナーの会場の様子
6枚目：道志村産の野菜
7枚目：両団体の代表（左）飯笹光男氏（横浜ガストロノミ協議会　理事長）（右）齊藤悦夫氏（全日本司厨士協会　関東総合地方本部　神奈川県本部会長）飯笹シェフが今回の講師の一人
※写真提供：横浜ガストロノミ協議会・全日本司厨士協会・太田ハッピープランニング
※当日のセミナー及び展示即売会の野菜は写真とは異なります。ご了承ください

お申込み

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Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

June 06, 6:30 p.m. at Saint Maur International School

The term Neurodiversity has gained popularity in recent years, and it is now widely used in schools and workplaces, but what does Neurodiversity really mean? This workshop aims to explore the concept and definition of Neurodiversity in Children, and learn more about some of the various conditions it includes, such as Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia. 

This workshop will include some activities to better understand the Neurodivergent experience. We will explore the common characteristics of these conditions, learn how to identify them, and most importantly, learn ways to support children who may be Neurodivergent in a more helpful and effective manner.

About the presenter:

Denisse Wasumi is a Clinical Psychologist working in private practice for therapy, assessments, and workshops in Tokyo since 2018. She completed her graduate studies in Mexico, where she worked for six years in the Special Education system. She received a scholarship from the Japanese government to study Clinical Psychology in Japan, at Tokyo Metropolitan University, where she did research on Cultural Adaptation and therapy methods for neurodivergent children. Denisse specializes in Neurodivergence, Mood Disorders, and Cultural Adaptation for clients of all ages. 

Register at 

outreachteam@telljp.com

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Join us for a webinar where we’ll explore the concept of “digital well-being” within the framework of Positive Psychology. We’ll delve into the dimensions of well-being using digital tools to manage our lifestyle, assess our current levels across these dimensions, and formulate action plans to enhance our sense of control and optimize our overall well-being.

Presented by Mete Yazici, Psy.D, MBA, professionally certified coach

Mete has 22 years of experience in digital product development, and has made a career shift to roles as an Executive Coach and Trainer. Additionally, he serves as Adjunct Faculty at Temple and Rikkyo Universities.

May 8, 6-7:30 p.m. on ZOOM. 

Register at 

www.tinyurl.com/TELLDigital

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic8

March 22, 6:30 p.m. on ZOOM

ADHD is one of the most diagnosed conditions and yet there is still misinformation and common misunderstandings about it. Join us to learn facts and tools backed by the most recent research. 

Presented by Alejandra Reyes, MA, LCP, TELL Psychotherapist

Register at 

www.tinyurl.com/TELLADHD

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic11

Date: Jan 30th at 6:30pm (Zoom)

Michelle Pietrzak-Wegner, Somatically-trained Licensed Mental Health Counselor and trained Somatic Experiencing™ Practitioner will share methods and ways of using your body as a resource for understanding your impulses and behaviors, balancing your moods, and regulating your emotions. Participants will learn how the body can be an integral part of mental health therapy, learn how they can tap into their own body as a resource for managing mental well-being, and experience first-hand easy and accessible somatic practices facilitated by Michelle. 

Register at 

www.tinyurl.com/befriendingBODY

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Dec. 4th 6:30PM – 8PM (Zoom)

Many people are drawn to and find joy in cross-cultural relationships At the same time, the challenges and obstacles to lasting international partnerships are great, making those that thrive all the more remarkable. What might resilient partners be doing that creates the flexibility to maintain strong relationships across differences? We will use systemic and CMM (coordinated management of meaning) theory to explore real life examples of how people navigate differences whether they’re talking about their values for raising a child or the correct way to wash dishes. We aim to equip participants with new approaches to conflict in ways that intentionally create the kinds of relationships they want to live in.  

About the presenter:

Lil Wills qualified as a Counsellor/Psychotherapist in the UK in 2008 and has trained in additional approaches since, most recently studying systemic family therapy at the Institute of Family Therapy in London, qualifying as a Systemic Practitioner in summer 2023. She has worked in the voluntary sector and UK Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, and runs a busy private practice in Kobe, Japan for many years. Specialities include trauma, intercultural issues and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic.

Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/TELLIntercultural.

November 20, 6:30.-8 p.m., ZOOM

Mindful Self Compassion (MSC) is a resilience-building resource that can be learned by anyone, even those amongst us who didn’t receive enough kindness in childhood or feel uncomfortable when they are good to themselves. 

The workshop will begin with a brief, guided meditation to welcome you , followed by a teaching on the three components of self-compassion and common misgivings people have about being self-compassionate. You’ll be invited to participate in a reflective exercise designed to reveal how you treat yourself in difficult times compared to how you treat dear friends in similar circumstances. This exercise will be followed by an opportunity to share your findings in a small group. The speaker will offer two friendly self-compassion practices you can easily integrate into your daily life. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions. Everyone is welcome – you needn’t be a meditator to join!  We are all deserving of kindness.

THE SPEAKER: Presented by Jillian Mickleborough-Sugiyama, Canadian Certified Counsellor, MC, MSC Teacher-in-Training, and Certified IFS Therapist. Jillian, based in Nagoya, works with adults and adolescents seeking to live their life confidently and have healthier, more meaningful and compassionate relationships with themselves and others. 

Register at 

outreachteam@telljp.comwith any questions

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Monday, June 12, 2023, from 10 AM – 12 PM JST followed by teatime

Yokohama YMCA, 1 Chome-7 Tokiwacho, Naka Ward, Yokohama

The Tree of Life is a drawing and reflection exercise that helps us to consider our lives in the form of a tree. We’ll use this metaphor to identify our strengths, drawing from our own cultural and personal histories. This is an art-making exercise; art supplies will be provided, but you are free to bring your own favorite tools. We ask you to arrive on time, as the process involves creative energy that is very important not to be interrupted. Tea, snacks, and discussion to follow. The workshop is designed for adults. Presented by Akiko Ogawa, RDMP, CPP, and Tetyana Solotska

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic. In partnership with Yokohama YMCA.

Please register by emailing outreach@telljp.com.

May 29 10:00-12:00

Yokohama YMCA  at 1-7 Tokiwacho, Naka-ku, Yokohama

Participants will learn to identify stress, learn about the body’s response, and learn some tactics about how we can help ourselves during stressful periods. We will do a few calming exercises together and provide some resources. After the workshop, we will have some time for tea, snacks, and discussion. 

Presented by Tetyana Solotska and Selena Hoy, MSW

Please email outreach@telljp.com to register. 

In partnership with the Yokohama YMCA. Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic.

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Thursday 27th April 2023 from 6:30 PM to 8PM on Zoom

As awareness and first hand experiences of the disruption to the Earth’s climate increases, more and more people report anxiety, depression, helplessness, trauma, fear, and hopelessness about the state of our planet. In this workshop, we aim to normalize these valid and natural feelings by supporting the expression of these emotions and also move towards meaningful personal and collective action – both big and small – by (re)connecting with our values and love for the earth. This will be done by utilizing elements of an evidence-based treatment called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Thus, the skills shared in this workshop can be applied to other human challenges.

Registration required (link)

Free.

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register at:  https://tinyurl.com/ClimateandmentalhealthTh

March 15 12:30-13:30

We often get so overwhelmed by our busy schedules that we do not allocate time to process priorities, or create strategies. In this workshop, we’ll practice some techniques to put aside our busyness, even for a short time, and gain control of our lives. Participants will receive a Reflection Aid template which they can start using during the session. 

Presented by Mete Yazici, MBA, MSc 

Register at https://tinyurl.com/tellreflection

Email outreachteam@telljp.comwith any questions

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Join us on a mindful walk in Yokohama. 

Saturday November 26, 2-330 p.m.

Yokohama Park, adjacent to Yokohama Stadium near Kannai Station

Have you ever tried applying mindfulness to walking? We’ll take the opportunity to stroll around beautiful Yokohama while incorporating various mindfulness techniques. This walk will be an easy, focused activity with a mixture of city and green or natural spaces. 

The walk will be led by James Nixon, LPC. James has experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, bi-polar, trauma, interpersonal issues, and more. James’ training focus has been in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy. 

Free, but please RSVP to outreach@telljp.com

A light snack will be provided

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register at the email: outreach@telljp.com

In this seminar we will take a new perspective on your emotions and practice listening to the different ‘parts’ of you, including thoughts, sensations, and feelings. This seminar utilizes Internal Family Therapy techniques, includes mindfulness, and aims to help participants work towards acceptance of self and emotions. Presented by Kelly Edens, LCMHCA, NCC, TELL Psychotherapist. Kelly works with clients of all ages on issues such as mood disorders, anxiety, grief, PTSD, clients who have experienced abuse, and family/relationship issues.

Register at https://tinyurl.com/TELLPartsWork

Email outreachteam@telljp.comwith any questions

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Join us for an experiential and informative presentation on how to fold more calm and balance in your life without forcing it. Michelle will inspire you to seek moments to slow down and provide practical ways you can use approachable mindful tools even in the most busy and chaotic times of your life. Michelle has taught yoga and mindfulness for 18 years to those living with chronic disease, spinal cord injury, brain injury and traumatic loss. She is a somatically-trained psychotherapist who specializes in working with trauma in both couples and individuals. 

Presented by Michelle Pietrzek-Wegner, somatic-based LMHC, internationally certified yoga therapist

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register at the link: https://tinyurl.com/TELLMindfulness

Contact outreach@telljp.comwith questions.

TELL Psychotherapist Kari Fager will introduce parents to effective techniques for connecting with and calming big emotions in their children. Parents will gain a basic understanding of what is happening in a child’s brain and walk away with practical strategies they can begin trying immediately. This 90 minute session will be a hybrid of teaching and hands-on activities.

Presented by TELL Psychotherapist Kari Fager

Tuesday July 12, 2022, 7 p.m. Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register here. 

Digitalization has been defining our lifestyle. Do we know about its impact on our well-being?
In this short webinar, we will talk about “digital well-being.” 
We will ask the participants to come up with their ideal state of digital well-being.
We will discover where the boundaries can be for each person and we will talk about micro-habits.
Participants will leave the webinar with their actions for attaining sustainable digital living.

Presented by Mete Yazici, MSc, MBA, instructor at TUJ and Rikkyo University

Register at https://tinyurl.com/TELLDWB

Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register here. 

Using the Power of Positive Psychology to Set the Aspirations in 2022

In the workshop, you will learn the main pillars of Positive Psychology as a way to guide us in living more balanced lives.

You will learn how to translate those pillars to your lives.

You will understand how well-being is defined in Positive Psychology and choose the dimensions of holistic well-being for yourself.

You will also discuss the possibilities with others.

At the end of the workshop, you will leave with a set of aspirations you will have in 2022 so that even unexpected things happen you can steer back.

Some aspirations people work on these days are,

• – Taking steps in work-life balance or integration,
• – Building a career direction
• – Becoming a mentor-like parent or a role-model 
• – Taking control of one aspect that could work better in their lives, e.g. relations, money, self-development.

Presented by Mete Yazici, M.Sc., MBA

Sat Dec 11, 2021, 5 p.m. Sponsored by The Bluff Clinic

Register here. 

The Bluff Clinic is supporting the foreign community with cooking lessons towards a healthy diet and healthy life. Please register to this seasonal themed lesson on December 08, 2021, at the Honmoku Chiku Center. Seats are limited to 10 people in a 24 seat room, to limit the risks. Since it is sponsored by the Bluff Clinic, the fee is only 500 yen and all the ingredients are provided. Usually cooking group lessons start from 3,300 yen.

Please register by simply sending an email to administration@bluffclinic.com

The Bluff Clinic is supporting the foreign community with cooking lessons towards a healthy diet and healthy life. Please register to this session focusing on keeping low cholesterol on November 26, 2021, at the Honmoku Chiku Center. Seats are limited to 12 people in a 24 seat room, to limit the risks. Since it is sponsored by the Bluff Clinic, the fee is only 500 yen and all the ingredients are provided. Usually cooking group lessons start from 3,300 yen.

Please register by simply sending an email to administration@bluffclinic.com

The Bluff Clinic is supporting the foreign community with cooking lessons towards a healthy diet and healthy life. Please register to this seasonal themed lesson on October 26, 2021, at the Honmoku Chiku Center. Seats are limited to 10 people in a 24 seat room, to limit the risks. Since it is sponsored by the Bluff Clinic, the fee is only 500 yen and all the ingredients are provided. Usually cooking group lessons start from 3,300 yen.

Please register by simply sending an email to administration@bluffclinic.com

In this workshop, we’ll learn coping skills for anxiety and panic attacks, based on ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). 

This workshop will be an introduction to managing anxiety. For those interested, TELL will be running a support group on this topic beginning in September 2021.

Saturday July 31, 10-1130 a.m.

Presented by Jono Lee, MSW, LISCW, LMHC, TELL Psychotherapist. Jono is a multilingual, multicultural therapist who has worked in hospital, school, and private practice settings. His main therapeutic approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a modality proven to be highly effective in coping with unpleasant thoughts and feelings such as anxiety and panic attacks, with which he has lived experience.

To register click here. Contact outreach@telljp.com for more information.

The Bluff Clinic is supporting the foreign community with cooking lessons towards a healthy diet and healthy life. After a successful first lesson in May with 10 participants we are planning another lesson on June 23, 2021, at the Honmoku Chiku Center. Seats are limited to 10 people in a 24 seat room, to limit the risks. Since it is sponsored by the Bluff Clinic, the fee is only 500 yen and all the ingredients are provided. Usually cooking group lessons start from 3,300 yen.

Please register by simply sending an email to administration@bluffclinic.com

Bio: June Low is an award-winning sex educator currently based at Kyoto University. She teaches comprehensive sex education to young people aged between 8 and 18. Find out more about June at www.goodsexeducation.com 

Description of the workshop: Sex education has been scientifically proven to help chidren grow up safer and make better decisions in life. However, many people do not understand sex education and think it is all about sex and reproduction. Parents are often at a loss as to how to begin talking about sex, and many teachers don’t feel confident teaching the subject. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn more about the world of comprehensive sex education, and how it works to improve the mental and physical wellbeing of young people.

June 4, 2021 at 7:00pm – 8:30pm JST on Zoom

Check out the TELL website for details and registration

Sign up using this form: https://forms.gle/yG5WZmN5XoTEnqUP7
Join us on Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81179389190

How can parents plan for success in bi-lingual language development? We will share information on bi-lingual language development and strategies for helping kids learn two or more languages.
Online presentation!

Vegetable Sushi & Gluten Free Tempura

The Bluff Clinic is supporting the foreign community with cooking lessons towards a healthy diet and healthy life. This is their first attempt, scheduled for 12th May 2021 at the Honmoku Chiku Center and the seats are limited to 10 people in a 24 seat room, to limit the risks. Since it is sponsored by the Bluff Clinic, the fee is only 500 yen and all the ingredients are provided. Usually cooking group lessons start from 3,300 yen.

Please register by simply sending an email to administration@bluffclinic.com

Tools for Impactful collaboration, communication & creative problem solving

Learn how to : Understand the intricacies of language
development given current cognitive linguistic research.
Create more effective treatment. Communicate these complicated concepts
to parents.
Use your passions & interests to creatively problem solve and prevent burnout.

For signups, please register HERE

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

With the internet firmly rooted in our daily lives, the ubiquity of social media, and growing prominence of AI, children and adults alike have had to quickly develop new skills to adapt to online personal and professional worlds. This workshop will focus on empowering families to manage their digital lives at home, school, and work. The discussion will explore strategies to cope with online issues such as safety, privacy, relationships, conflict, screen time, and more. Helping adults to be digital mentors and tech positive parents will have an emphasis.

Contact outreach@telljp.com to register or for more information

At  Horizon International School Yokohama

Explore yourself and develop
healthier and more successful relationship

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

Explore Strategies for understanding and caring for our emotions and ourselves.

At  Yokohama International School Library

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At Yokohama International School

At Yokohama International School

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club

At the Yokohama Country & Athletic Club