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Next Meeting:  Somatic Experiencing

Speaker: Lois Hansen, Med, SEP

Date: October 7th 2026 9am- 10:30

Location: Child Advocacy Center

Lois Hansen will be leading us in an educational and experiential experience of how Somatic Experiencing can release stored trauma energy in the body and bring us back to wholeness. Lois is a local practicioner who brings 25 years of experience and extensive specialized training to her work as a therapist, teacher and mentor. We are so grateful, and so excited, to have her with us for October's Learning Circle.

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* Please park in the faculty red zone.  There is a QR code to scan that will help you get set up.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS

October 2026: Somatic Experiencing *Live * Lois Hansen
November 4th 2026: 
December 2nd 2026: 
January 13th 2027: 
February 3rd 2027: 
March 3rd 2027: 
April 7th 2027: 
May 5th 2027:
June 2nd 2027:

Providing a space for education and collaboration

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The Learning Circle

Learning Circle occurs once a month on the first Wednesday of every month, with the exception of July and August. Our start time is 9am and we go until 10:30am. The Learning Circle is a place to come and network with other professionals in the community as well as providing continuing education, which is mostly focus on systemic therapy. Both live and recorded presentations occur followed by a discussion and  a chance to interact with the material presented. We are always open to new members.

 

Each session has a $10.00 drop in fee in order to cover the costs of the material presented. If you plan to be a regular member it is $80.00 for the year or would like to sign up your organization , it is $300.00 for the year for up to 5 members. 

 

The Learning Circle is always open to feedback and welcomes recommendations on future presentations and opportunities. 

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LEARNING CIRCLE RATES

*Please send an e-transfer per your choice *

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Drop in Fee: $10.00/session

Student Rate: Free

One time Yearly Fee: $80.00

Company Rate (unlimited attendees): $250/year

MISSION & VISION

Our aim is to be an avenue for educational and collaboration opportunities in the Okanagan. We aim to provide this both through regular monthly meetings as well as facilitating conferences and higher education opportunities that may not otherwise make their way into this region. 

 

Our Sponsors

We have had various sponsors of the Learning Circle in the past. Our current sponsors are Connect Counselling which is located downtown Kelowna and The Child and Youth Advocacy Center. We are grateful to them for taking some of the workload on.

Connect Counselling: 

347 Leon Ave #204, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8C7

(250) 860-3181

http://www.connectcounsellingsociety.ca/

Child Advoacy Center

https://foundrybc.ca/kelowna/

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WHAT WE OFFER

 

Morning Table

We meet every first Wednesday of the Month. 

CE Credits

Depending on what governing body you are apart of, the Learning Circle may be able to offer you one CE for every morning circle that you attend. Contact us for more details. 

Networking

As you become a regular member, there are chances to talk, collaborate and connect with other professionals in the community both before, during and after the morning circle table. 

Conferences 

The Family Therapy Learning Circle has hosted conferences in the past and we aim to provide them again, pertaining to level of interest. We are very open to feedback and where your interest lies. Contact us if you have an idea 

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Our Planning Team

Our team consists of dedicated clinicians who are an integral part of our local community. We gather once a month to participate in The Learning Circle, a collaborative effort where we plan and decide on the educational topics and materials we will explore together. Our meetings are a blend of professional development and community engagement, fostering a space where learning and growth are at the forefront. If you're interested in joining our enthusiastic group and contributing to The Learning Circle, we warmly welcome you to reach out to us. Your involvement would not only enrich our sessions but also strengthen the bond within our community of healthcare professionals.

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Emily Verseveldt

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Iris Wagner-Ritzman

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William Cook

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Krisztina Douglas

School Counsellor 

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT AT ANY TIME

PLEASE FILL THE BELOW FORM FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Name*

Email Address*

Message*

We predominantly respond to questions by email, however if you would like to speak to someone in person, you will be directed to Connect Counselling. 

 

ADDRESS: Child Advocacy Center: 1815      

                        Kirschner Rd, Kelowna

CONTACT: (250) 860-3181 (Connect 

                         Counselling Main Office)

 

EMAIL:

       info@okanaganlearningcircle.com 

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