2026 HCA Presents: Finding Stillness Within: A Mindfulness, Breathwork, and Reflective Art Experienc

When:  Tue, Sep 15, 2026 from 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM (CT)

This experiential workshop introduces mindfulness practices designed to cultivate present-moment awareness, emotional regulation, and professional wellness. Participants will engage in guided diaphragmatic breathing, mindful grounding exercises, and an expressive art therapy reflection to nonjudgmentally explore their internal experiences. Through intentional reflection and creative expression, attendees will deepen self-awareness, identify personal sources of stress and resilience, and develop practical mindfulness strategies that can be integrated into personal self-care and clinical practice. This program emphasizes counselor wellness as an ethical responsibility and provides participants with evidence-informed techniques to reduce stress, increase emotional regulation, and strengthen therapeutic presence.

1. Participants will demonstrate at least two mindfulness-based breathing techniques that promote emotional regulation and physiological relaxation.
2. Participants will analyze personal emotional experiences through reflective art-making to increase self-awareness and identify factors that contribute to professional well-being.
3. Participants will develop an individualized mindfulness plan that incorporates at least three wellness practices to support counselor resilience and reduce the risk of burnout and compassion fatigue.
 
Presented By: Cicelia Como
 
Date and Time: 9/15/2026 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
 
Location: 1547 Rutland Street, Houston, TX, 77008
 
 
All conference programs and workshops listed are eligible for: LPC, NBCC, SBEC, LMFT, LCDC, SW, and Psychologist continuing education hours.

TCA has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 2044_.
Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. TCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.