Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapist

Almuerzo y Aprendizaje: Empowering Immigrant Communities Impacted by ICE
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
This is a clinical skills training for mental health professionals.
This session offering is for ECALT Miembros only.
Empowering Immigrant Communities Impacted by ICE
This training is meant for mental health professionals working with Immigrant and First-Gen clients who are experiencing fear of detention, deportation, even death due to recent ICE activity in the United States. Attendees will learn therapeutic techniques rooted in Existential Analysis to help clients to better understand their fear, assess their inner capacity to cope with difficulty, and activate that inner capacity to confront the current sociopolitical trauma experienced.
Skills Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Location: Virtual via Google Meet
Date: March 11th, 2026
Time: 12pm – 1pm PST
Investment: $35
In this training, you will learn: (1) The basics of Fundamental Motivations and how to help clients improve feelings in FM1 , which is tied to feeling safe to exist in the world. (2) The steps to explore the Gate of Death with clients, helping them to confront their fear. (3) The process of Personal Positioning Method, which is the method that engages a client’s inner capacity by being with the reality of the situation, their inner consent, and their ability to confront it.
Presented by: Linda Ruvalcaba, LPC
1 CEU available. Presenters are approved to offer CEU trainings in accordance to the Arizona Board of Behavioral health examiners A.A.C. R4-6-802(D) 1. Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapist is a 501c6.
Registration: Please visit our Miembros Google Calendar or Miembros Facebook Group for the registration link, or email hola@empezandocontigo.org
Meeting link will be emailed at least two days before the training.
Attendance and Refund Policies: The training session is 60 minutes. Participants must log in on time. A 5-minute grace period is allowed. No entry will be permitted after 5 minutes from the scheduled start time. Registration is non-refundable. No refunds, credits, or transfers will be issued for missed or late attendance. Participants are responsible for ensuring they have a stable internet connection and access to the platform.
By registering, you agree to this policy.
Transparency: 75% of proceeds are paid to the presenter.

Annual Holiday Fiesta (Phoenix)
2025-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Testal Mexican Kitchen, 1325 Grand Ave Suite #1, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, United States
¡La temporada de celebración ya llegó!
You’re invited to Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapists’ Annual Holiday Fiesta!
Date: December 12, 2025
Time: 6–8 PM
Location: Testal Mexican Kitchen (1325 Grand Ave Suite #1, Phoenix, AZ 85007).
This event is for all Latine mental health professionals, students, and their familia para una noche to connect, share laughs, and celebrate our comunidad.
Appetizers will be provided.
RSVP by 12/9/25

Holiday Meet-Up (DMV Chapter)
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | El Tamarindo DC, 1785 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20009, United States
Holiday Meetup for Latine Therapists
Let’s end the year juntos — in comunidad, connection, and celebration!
You’re invited to our Empezando Contigo DMV Chapter Holiday Meetup!
Come enjoy cafecito, good company, and meaningful conversation with fellow Latine therapists as we close out the year together.
Date: Saturday, December 6th
Time: 11am–1pm (Brunch vibes!)
Where: El Tamarindo DC
1785 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
Cafe & Pan Dulce are on us!

This is a casual, corazon-centered gathering to connect, laugh, and recharge with fellow colegas. Whether you’re currently practicing, in training, or exploring your path in the mental health field — this is a beautiful opportunity to meet other like-minded therapists and grow your support network.
Please RSVP by 12/5
Hosted by Empezando Contigo – DMV Chapter
Can’t wait to see you there,
– Mishka Kimball , DMV Chapter Chair
Contact Mishka with any questions at: mishka@mishkakimball.com

Churros y Chisme (Long Beach, CA)
2025-11-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy, 5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy, #200, Long Beach, CA, 90804, United States
A Networking Event for Latine Mental Health Professionals in California

Join us for un dia de conexión, comunidad y conversación — with a side of churros y chisme (the good kind )!

This is your chance to meet other Latine therapists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and psychiatrists who are passionate about mental health, cultura, and supporting nuestra comunidad.

Whether you’re a member or not (¡tod@s son bienvenid@s!), come network, share stories, and enjoy un buen momento with colegas who get it.

Because healing starts with connection — and a little bit of sweetness.

When: Sunday November 16, 2025; 11am-1pm

Where: 5150 Pacific Coast Hwy #200 Long Beach, CA 90804

What to Expect:
Churros and drinks
A welcoming space to unwind and connect
Cost: $10 to register by Friday November 14, 2025

Let’s nurture ourselves through camaraderie and support. Together, we grow stronger!

Please RSVP by purchasing your ticket by November 14.

**Please note: No refunds will be issued

Almuerzo y Aprendizaje: Intro to Grief Through a Mexican-American Lens
2025-11-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
ECALT Presents: Intro to Grief Through a Mexican-American Lens

1 CEU Credit Available

This training will go beyond the traditional “stages of grief” model to explore a more culturally-sensitive approach. We will focus on the Mexican-American experience of grief, including the importance of family, faith, and community in the healing process.

In this training, you will learn to:

Understand Cultural Nuances: Recognize how cultural traditions like familismo, novenas, and Día de los Muertos shape the grieving process.
Embrace “Continuing Bonds”: Shift your focus from “letting go” to helping clients keep the memory of their deceased loved ones alive.
Apply Culturally-Informed Tools: Discover practical ways to help clients heal by using storytelling and rituals that honor their heritage.

Presenter: Patricia Abigail Caballero, MA, NCC, LPC

Who This Training is For: This training is designed for mental health and wellness professionals as it includes clinical content. It is also suitable for anyone interested in mental wellness.
This training is an opportunity to deepen your clinical skills and provide more compassionate, culturally-informed care to your clients.

*This is an Empezando Contigo Miembros only event. Want to become a member? Apply Here

Link provided to Members by email or found in our private Facebook group.

Presenters are approved to offer CEU trainings in accordance to the Arizona Board of Behavioral health examiners A.A.C. R4-6-802(D) 1.

Most but not all mental health professional regulatory boards accept out-of-state and/or online continuing education hours. CEUs are not nationally accredited.

Presented by Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapists (ECALT)

Annual Día de Muertos event (Phoenix)
2025-11-01 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Phoenix) | Phoenix Therapist’ Hub, 16601 N 40th St #216, Phoenix, AZ, 85032, United States
Join Us for a Day of Cultura and Remembrance!

Calling all Latine mental health professionals and students! Join us for our annual Día de Muertos event — an afternoon of connection, cultura, and remembering our loved ones who have passed.
When: Saturday November 1st, 2025; 11am – 2pm
Where: Phoenix Therapists Hub — 16601 N 40th St #216, Phoenix, AZ 85032

What to Expect:
Delicious lunch (tacos de carnitas o de verduras, with a side of arroz y frijoles)
Community altar (bring photos & items to share)
Crafts for kids and adults
Familia welcome!Cost: Free for Empezando Contigo Miembros and their familias; $15 for Nonmembers; $5 for students. RSVP by October 29, 2025

To secure your spot, please complete our RSVP form and send your payment via Venmo to @empezandocontigoPlease include: Your full name and “Día de Muertos event” in the payment note

**Please note: No refunds will be issued after registration.

This event is for all Latine mental health professionals, students, and their families—a time to connect, remember, and celebrate life together.

Please RSVP by filling out this form AND submitting your payment via Venmo (@empezandocontigo) by Oct. 29th.

Nonmembers are also welcome to purchase their ticket at the link below for an additional $2 convenience fee ($17 total for Nonmembers)

Networking con Corazón (virtual)
2025-10-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
Join Us for Our Monthly Networking Event!

Our networking group began in January 2020 as a space for Latine therapists in the Phoenix area to connect and support one another. What started as a small gathering has grown into an incredible community of over 100 Latine therapists from around the world.

Inspired by this powerful community, Linda Ruvalcaba from Empieza Aquí Counseling founded Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapists to continue fostering these connections. We now host virtual networking events every month, along with expanding in-person events nationwide.
These gatherings are more than just professional networking—they’re about building meaningful connections, supporting one another, growing our referral lists, and addressing the challenges our comunidad faces. We believe in decolonizing the networking experience, so feel free to join however you’re comfortable: with your cenita, vino, cafecito, or even from your car. No worries if life gets in the way—join late, leave early, or have your kids in the background. This space is for you, just as you are.

We meet via Google Meet—be sure to download the app if joining from a phone or tablet: meet.google.com/bcd-nhct-xcr

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Scavenger Hunt Walk (Phoenix)
2025-10-18 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Phoenix) | Tempe Beach Park, 250 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Join Us for a Scavenger Hunt Walk!

Date: Saturday, October 18 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Tempe Beach Park, 250 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281

Step outside, enjoy the crisp fall air, and explore the beauty around you! We’ll be hosting a fun scavenger hunt along the marina, looking for birds, flowers, reflections in the water, and more.

This walk is open to all and is a perfect chance to: Connect with nature Practice mindfulness Meet community members Have fun while moving your body

Hosted in connection with Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapists, a community uplifting Latine mental health professionals and the communities we serve.

This gathering is open to Empezando Contigo miembros and other Latine therapists, or students interested in networking and learning more about our familia.

Bring a friend, a loved one, or just yourself, all are welcome!

Don’t forget your camera or phone to capture your favorite moments!
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EC: ALT Members Peer Consultation
2025-10-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-09-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
This is a chance for us to connect, share stories, and support each other in the work we do. Our group is all about creating a space where we can:

Level up our clinical skills: We’ll dive into case discussions, swap ideas, and pick up new techniques to refine our practice.

Have each other’s backs: Let’s be real—this work can be tough. This group is a judgment-free zone where we can share challenges, cheer each other on, and trade helpful advice.
Keep growing professionally: Together, we’ll stay in the loop on best practices, ethics, and new trends that keep us at the top of our game.

Running late or need to leave early? No problem! Just show up when you can. We’re looking forward to coming together, learning from one another, and strengthening our work as a team.

This Peer Consultation group is only available to current Empezando Contigo Members.

Annual Miembros Meeting
2025-10-05 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
✨ Miembros, it’s that time again! ✨
Join us for our Annual Miembros Meeting, where we’ll come together to celebrate our growth, share updates on the work we’ve been building, and hear directly from you about the future of Empezando Contigo.
📅 : Sunday, October 5th
🕰️: 4-5pm PST
🖥️: Virtual via Google Meet
This is our chance to reflect on what we’ve accomplished juntxs, and to dream big about what’s next para nuestra comunidad. Your voice matters—let’s keep shaping this space together. 💜
Hope to see you then!

Networking & Board Game Night - Phoenix
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Phoenix Therapist’ Hub, 16601 N 40th St #216, Phoenix, AZ, 85032, United States
Let’s step away from the heavy conversations and connect in a different way. Whether you’re a therapist, student, or working in community care, come unwind, play some games, and meet others who get it. No pressure, no business cards, just real connection (and snacks).
👥 Come solo or bring a friend
Date: August 21st, 6-8pm
Location: Phoenix Therapists’ Hub: 16601 N 40th St #216, Phoenix, AZ 85032
This is a Networking con Corazón event so all Latine mental health professionals and students are welcome!

Networking con Corazón - DMV
2025-08-16 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Cross Street Market, 1065 S. Charles St., Baltimore, MD, 21230, United States
Calling all Latine Therapists in the DMV Area!
Let’s build comunidad together 🌱
You’re invited to a casual networking event just for Latine therapists in the DMV! Whether you’re a seasoned clinician, new to the field, or somewhere in between — come connect, build comunidad, and get to know other therapists who share your culture and corazón.
📍Location: Cross Street Market
📅 Date: Saturday, August 16
🕛 Time: 12pm–2pm
📍Address: 1065 S. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21230
✨This is a FREE and family-friendly event — feel free to bring your loved ones!
Let’s celebrate juntos — RSVP to let us know you’re coming — we can’t wait to meet you!

RSVP Today!

Miembros Fiction Book Club
2025-08-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
Empezando Contigo Miembros! Join us for our monthly Fiction Book Club meeting.
In August we will be discussing: The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera
Members are welcome to join the conversation whether or not they read/finished the book. You can find our Google Meets link in our shared Members calendar in our private Facebook group event page.
We hope to see you then!

Holding Space for Latine Therapists – July 4th Gathering
2025-07-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
This 4 de julio, Empezando Contigo: Association for Latine Therapists is offering a gentle space for Latine therapists who are feeling the weight of these times. Whether you’re holding grief, ancestral pain, or the exhaustion of being a healer in heavy moments, you are not alone.
Thursday, July 4th
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (PST)
📍 Location: Google Meets
(Link will be emailed before the gathering.)
This space will be hosted by Lluliana Flores, LCSW and Alex Osorio, LCSW. It’s a time to ground, connect, and honor what’s coming up in a shared and supportive community.
If you’d like to join, please fill out this form:
🔗 https://forms.gle/T8rFGsdnSQKArQfn7
Please RSVP by June 30th, 2025

Miembros Fiction Book Club Meeting
2025-06-29 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
Come join the first Fiction Book Club meeting! This is an introductory meeting where we can vote on our first reads, discuss book club agenda, and select a standing meeting time. Book Club will meet once a month on the 2nd Sunday and all Empezando Contigo Members are welcome to join!
Meeting link is in our calendar and Members Facebook Group.

LatinaStrong® Mental Health Matters: Salud y Arte
2025-06-21 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix) | Frida’s Garden, 2800 N. 16th St, Phoenix, AZ, 85006, United States
In collaboration with LatinaStrong®, we invite you to a special community event. This Salud y Arte session features a powerful presentation by Empezando Contigo Founding Member Denise Jauregui, LCSW. Together, we’ll explore healing through cultural identity, first-gen experiences, and mental wellness.
Come paint a beautiful canvas inspired by a local artist—and connect, learn, and heal in comunidad.

Register to attend

EC:ALT Members Peer Consultation
2025-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ

Networking con Corazón (Long Beach, CA)
2025-05-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy, 5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy, #200, Long Beach, CA, 90804, United States
Join Us for a Day of Connection!
Calling all Latine therapists! Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or just starting out, building community within our field is essential. Join us for a Networking Con Corazon and crafting event designed to help create community, share insights, and create meaningful connections.
When: Sunday May 25, 2025; 11am – 1pm
Where: 5150 E Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 200, Long Beach, CA 90804-3312, United States
What to Expect:
✨ Lite appetizers and drinks
✨ Create your DIY collage coaster
✨ A welcoming space to unwind and connect
✨Cost: $20 to RSVP by Friday May 16, 2025
To secure your spot, please send your payment via Venmo to @empezandocontigo
Please include: Your full name and “CA Networking Event” in the payment note
Limited Spaces Available!
Let’s nurture ourselves through camaraderie and support. Together, we grow stronger!
Please RSVP by filling out this form AND submitting your $20 payment via Venmo (@empezandocontigo) by May 16th: https://forms.gle/JvmhJm7kxTqY7Wyp6

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Introduction to Ketamine Therapy
2025-05-22 17:30 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
Join us for an Introduction to Ketamine Therapy with Quinn M. Snyder, MD, Founder and CEO of Kadelyx.
Learn about the benefits of Ketamine therapy, treatment process, appropriate referrals, and get your questions answered!

Thursday, May 22nd 5:30-6pm PST Virtual event via Google Meet

Members can find the link in our shared calendar or in our Members only Facebook group

Looking forward to seeing you then!

Networking con Corazón (Phoenix)
2025-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Diablo Rooftop, 222 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Join us for an evening of community, connection, and collaboration! Whether you’re in private practice, community mental health, or just starting out—this space is for YOU.

This event is open to all Latine mental health professionals and students. Empezando Contigo membership is not required.

Date: May 1Time: 5-7 PMLocation: Diablo Rooftop — 222 E Portland St, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Appetizers provided! Bring a friend and expand your network.
Let’s uplift each other and build a stronger comunidad in the mental health field.
