Embark on a transformative journey with Nes Pinar, LMFT, in our exclusive group sessions designed for individuals seeking growth and self-discovery.

If you resonate with at least three of the following statements:

You feel like whatever you do, it is neverenough.

You tend to be anxious about letting people down.

It is hard for you to sit down and just relax or have fun.

You tend to overextend yourself, but you often don’t realize this until after the fact.

You tend to focus on what you are failing to do versus what you accomplish in your life.

Other people tend to disappoint you, OR it seems like everyone else seems to be “better” than you.

Your life is full of “supposed to’s” that you apply to yourself and others.

You hate ambiguity, you want to know “What, When, and How,” and you want to know it “Now!”

This group is tailor-made for you!

Take the first step towards positive change. If not now, when?

EVENT DETAILS:

For 10-weeks on Mondays from 12:30 pm to 2 pm (additional evening group possible with sufficient interest).

Investment: $85 per session ($50 off in total, if paid in full by the first session)

Advance registration is required.

Facilitator: Nes Pinar, LMFT ( A perfectionist in-recovery)

Location: EBTC - 251 Lafayette Circle Suite 330

To register or learn more, send an email to nespinar@gmail.com.

Does parenting during the peri-apocalypse feel lonely, terrifying, and overwhelming? That makes sense! Join together with other concerned parents to build community while empowering ourselves with education and deep discussion of some of the most important issues facing humanity. And no one will turn you away if you just need to have a good cry or scream. This is a post-reading book club, so do your best to read the book before the meeting, but even if you don't have time but just want to be in a room of other parents talking about these issues, feel free to drop on by. 20% discount off of purchases of the book at Reasonable Books in Lafayette.

​The Peri-Apocalyptic Parenting Book Club meets monthly at the East Bay Therapist Community space at 251 Lafayette Circle, Suite 330, Lafayette, CA, 94549. Parents of any gender are welcome, as well as grandparents, aunts and uncles, and anyone who cares about children. Suggested donation is $10 per person, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

​Our first meeting is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 6:30-8:00 PM.

​We will be discussing the book Talk to Your Boys: 16 Conversations to Help Tweens and Teens Grow Into Confident, Caring Young Men by Joanna Schroeder and Christopher Pepper.

​The Book Club is led by Nauser Wolfe, LMFT (Licensed with the BBS as Nicholas Reynolds, LMFT #123099). Nauser (rhymes with "saucer") is a local father, husband, linguist, child therapist, parent coach, and co-owner of SF Bay Play Therapy. He has been studying human communication from one angle or another for most of his life, and he's been involved in men's work for the past decade, participating in programs by the ManKind Project and the Rising Man Movement. Nauser identifies as half-Midwestern, half-Middle Eastern, half-blind, and half-convinced that we can save the world. He strives to live by his top three values of love, humor, and justice in all that he does.

EVENT DETAILS:

Hosted by: Karen Wolfe & Nauser Wolfe, LMFTs

Sunday, December 6
6:30 - 8 pm

Suggested Donation: $10.00

Location: EBTC - 251 Lafayette Circle Suite 330

To register or learn more: https://luma.com/k3d0l15x

Do you ever feel like you're navigating a world designed for a different kind of kid? You're not alone. Being a caregiver of a neurodiverse child can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with unique challenges and emotions. This therapy group is a safe and supportive space for you to connect with other caregivers who understand exactly what you're going through.

This group is for caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Twice Exceptionality, ADHD, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing Disorder, and other neurodiversities; Moms who are feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or alone in their parenting journey; Parents who are seeking validation, understanding, and practical tools for managing daily life. Your child does not have to have a diagnosis for you to join. If you relate to the description, you are welcome.

We will share experiences and challenges, gain insight and perspective from other moms who “get it”, celebrate your victories, and find strength in shared experiences. You will develop a sense of community and belonging.

6+ Week Group Therapy Program:

Virtual Program: $330 / $50 per session

Thursdays - 3/14 - 4/25 (No session 4/4)

Time: 12 PM -1:30 PM (feel free to bring your lunch)

It's 6+ because it can be ongoing beyond 6 weeks if enough group members would like to continue!

Email Deb@debshell.com to get signed up.

Deb Shell, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, supervised by Nes Pinar, LMFT

Discover valuable insights and support as a parent, caregiver, or teacher of a neurodiverse child in this thoughtfully crafted workshop.

While acknowledging the challenges, we recognize the profound rewards that come with guiding neurodiverse children towards happiness and well-being.

Key Topics Include:

Understanding neurodiversity and its significance.

Exploring common neurodiverse conditions and their impact on children.

Nurturing the development of your neurodiverse child at home and in school.

Creating an inclusive environment that supports your child's needs.

Strategies for navigating the challenges of parenting a neurodiverse child.

Benefits of Participation:

Gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity.

Receive practical insights into supporting your child's development.

Learn to foster inclusivity in your child's environment.

Navigate the parenting journey with valuable coping strategies.

This is an opportunity to connect with Deb Shell, AMFT, and fellow parents, sharing experiences and gaining valuable knowledge. Join us on this journey towards fostering happiness and health in neurodiverse children.

EVENT DETAILS:

Dates: TBD

Location: TBD

Email Deb@debshell.com to get signed up.

Led by Erica Thomas, LMFT.

You’ve promised yourself it won’t happen again, but there you are, standing in front of the fridge at midnight or nursing a stomachache after another sugar binge, wondering why you keep doing this. This workshop offers a new way to understand what’s really going on. Rather than trying to control or shame yourself into change, you’ll learn how binge eating can be a response to emotional pain, and how self-compassion can gently interrupt that cycle. Through simple, powerful practices grounded in both research and real-life experience, you’ll begin to relate to yourself with more understanding and less judgment. Whether you're supporting others in healing or navigating this struggle yourself, you’ll leave with insight, a guided self-compassion practice, and a take-home tool to help you respond more kindly and effectively the next time the urge to binge arises.

Bio: Erica Thomas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. She has a Master’s Degree in Integral Counseling Psychology. She has over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families navigating trauma, addiction, neurodivergence, and disordered eating. Erica now specializes in helping clients heal emotional and binge eating through the lens of self-compassion. Drawing from training with Dr. Kristin Neff as well as training in Mindfulness Based stress Reduction and her training in eating disorder treatment. She leads workshops for both clients and professionals, blending clinical expertise with warmth, clarity, and presence. To learn more about Erica, please visit https://ericathomaslmft.com.

Saturday, June 21, 2025

2 PM - 4 PM

EBTC - 251 Lafayette Circle Suite 330

Fee: Free

To register: send an email to eastbaytherapistcommunity@gmail.com

Please join us for our ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate our one-year anniversary in our new location and being a member of the Lafayette Chamber of Commerce. We are also celebrating the 10-year anniversary of our Lafayette practice!  

Our office provides psychotherapy and neurofeedback for children, teens, and adults. We also host the East Bay Therapists Community (EBTC), which is a social and educational hub for mental health therapists.

We hope to get to know each other at our event through some fun & simple group games. 

Please visit www.nespinar.com by the event date to subscribe to our e-mail list for a chance to win a wellness basket.

To register:
https://cca.lafayettechamber.org/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=CALAF&evtid=122353&class=E