Michigan Affirming Therapist Clinical Consultation Group

Virtual | Monthly | 2nd Monday of the Month

This group aims to bring together social workers of all experience levels who are currently working with members of the transgender community. The group is structured in a peer consultation format, allowing attendees to explore cases and questions that have come up in practice.

Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Please For more information about joining this meeting.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

NASW-MI Human-Animal Bond in SW Quarterly Meeting

Virtual | 1st Tuesdays in January, April, July, and October from 11:00am - 12:00pm

Join us for the NASW-Michigan Chapter’s Human-Animal Bond Workgroup—a collaborative space for social workers who recognize the profound connection between humans and animals. This quarterly group is open to professionals and students alike who are interested in exploring how animals impact human health, healing, and quality of life.

Together, we’ll dive into topics such as veterinary social work, animal-assisted therapy and interventions, grief and loss related to companion animals, and the ethical and systemic considerations involved in supporting clients through the human-animal bond. Whether you're already working in this space or simply curious about the possibilities, your voice and vision will help guide the development of this emerging focus in social work practice.

Click here to register

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Michigan Affirming Therapist Clinical Consultation Group

Virtual | Monthly | 2nd Monday of the Month

This group aims to bring together social workers of all experience levels who are currently working with members of the transgender community. The group is structured in a peer consultation format, allowing attendees to explore cases and questions that have come up in practice.

Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Please For more information about joining this meeting.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Michigan Affirming Therapist Clinical Consultation Group

Virtual | Monthly | 2nd Monday of the Month

This group aims to bring together social workers of all experience levels who are currently working with members of the transgender community. The group is structured in a peer consultation format, allowing attendees to explore cases and questions that have come up in practice.

Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Please For more information about joining this meeting.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Michigan Affirming Therapist Clinical Consultation Group

Virtual | Monthly | 2nd Monday of the Month

This group aims to bring together social workers of all experience levels who are currently working with members of the transgender community. The group is structured in a peer consultation format, allowing attendees to explore cases and questions that have come up in practice.

Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Please For more information about joining this meeting.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.

Description

Pause. Take a breath break. Rest and recharge.

Thoughtful Thursday offers weekly breathwork practice and mindfulness activities for social workers in a welcoming virtual space designed to support reflection, grounding, connection, and emotional wellbeing.

Participants will gather each Thursday to engage in mindfulness-based learning, guided reflection, and gentle experiential practices intended to support both personal and professional growth.

Presented by NASW-MI Mind-Body in Social Work Interest Group Co-Chair, Grace Rawlins, LMSW.

Registration

Register via Zoom here:
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AvkJq-XJy2DSNRZcx-ii8qJFvftzEdfilpFngfciQeTu83hcNWAV~AuHLrd33FNFp7OGh-vWglA7MMHvPfmMVcWiEQ5W7zLUUU97y6vK2f5zfog

Weekly Flow

1:00 – 1:10 PM
Welcome: Gather & Greet Check-In
(“I am…”)

1:10 – 1:15 PM
Decompress & Assess
Grounding breath and body scan
(“I feel…”)

1:15 – 1:30 PM
Mindful Exploration
Discussion and exploration of the week’s topic
(“I am learning…”)

1:30 – 1:40 PM
Mindful Moment
Mindfulness activity and experiential practice
(“I am growing…”)

1:40 – 1:50 PM
Reflection
Integrating the collective experience
(“I received…”)

1:50 – 2:00 PM
Creating Closure
Welcoming the rest of the week with warmth, intention setting, and check-out
(“I will…”)

Participation Information

Thoughtful Thursday aims to provide a low-pressure, safe space to learn and grow while connecting with others.

Unless otherwise specified, many experiences are intentionally designed with an open-flow structure. Participants are invited to engage in ways that feel supportive and comfortable to them. Examples include:

• Camera on or off participation
• No cold-calling unless a hand is raised
• Anonymous Q&A options
• Anonymous survey participation opportunities

Each session may vary in focus and experience, so participants are welcome to attend as consistently or flexibly as needed.

Important Note

This group/class/workshop is intended for mindfulness practice, awareness-building, education, and emotional wellbeing purposes only. Participation does not replace therapy, medical treatment, or clinical supervision.

Continuing Education

CEs will not be offered for every class. Select special sessions throughout the year may include continuing education opportunities.