Tree of Life
Workshops for the Community

Genesis Centers’, in conjunction with Dillon Marcus Executive Retreats, Green Tree Total Healthcare, and The Collingswood Police Department, has created a workshop series to address some issues facing many families and professionals. These workshops give support and education to those finding they are struggling with different issues, such as parenting adolescents or trying to lose weight.

Please see the list below of dates, topics, and times, and sign up by calling us at 856-858-9314. The workshops are free due to a generous sponsorship from The Tap Room and Grill on Crystal Lake Ave Haddon Township. All of the workshops will be held at the Collingswood Community Center on Collings Avenue. Refreshments will be served.

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Adolescent Series
Thursday September 25, 2008 | 5:30PM to 9:00PM

Choose any two topics:

Who’s Your Kid
Often you hear parents say “Why did my kid do that?” Parents may not realize that the response to their child’s behavior is a reason and sometimes an excuse for kids to continue what they do. In this workshop parents learn to look past their kid’s behavior first in order to learn who they are and what’s important to them. Presenter: Heather Gregan,MA,CADC Pending

You Can’t Capture a Greased Pig
When you raise a baby pig (a piglet), they play in the pen and if you don’t add the proper posts to direct the activity of the piglet, the little animal will wonder far and wide and be in danger of being hurt. As in children and adolescents, if you don’t set the proper boundaries in place, they will also wander and get into trouble. Find out the secrets of making the necessary changes to the structure. Presenter: Kevin Gregan, M.Ed.

Why Harm Reduction is Effective
“Harm Reduction” is a paradigm now emerging in the field of drug education. This approach recognizes that people always have and always will use drugs, or have sold, and always will. Attempts to minimize the potential hazards associated with drug use or drug dealing, rather than the use or the behavior itself becomes the focus. Learn how harm reduction works and how it can play a role in what you do. Presenter: Barry Bailey, MS

I Am In It For The Thrill
Thrill seeking behaviors range from riding that REALLY fast roller coaster to hang gliding and parachuting out of a plane. When does that thrill cross the line and become dangerous? Find out how to deal with your teen’s risk taking behaviors that could be dangerous and find out why some kids take more risks than others. Presenter: Riley Keenan , BA, CADC Pending


Women’s Series
Tuesday November 13, 2008 | 5:30PM to 9:00PM

Choose any two topics:

The Highly Sensitive Person
Highly sensitive adults and children are often the first to notice and be affected by others moods. They often have vivid imaginations and are attuned to the many sights, sounds, smells, and textures around them. They are also more prone to over arousal and to be affected by a lack of food, sleep, or down time. This workshop is a beginners introduction to this topic based on upon the work of Elaine Aron. It includes a self-test, explore cultural and career differences, and help us all to better appreciate these qualities in ourselves and others. Presenter: M. Scot Ailes, LCSW

I’m Tired of Being Fat, Tired, and Unhealthy
Is what I’m feeling normal? Is it my hormones? Is it my age? Find out
how to make dramatic changes and start living your life with energy! Presenter: Dr. Lou Persichetti of Greentree Total Health Care.

Strategic Planning for Families
Many of us put so much energy into our business lives; working on the goals and vision for the business, developing relationships with co-workers and clients and continually reviewing ourselves to get better. Wouldn’t it be great if we applied these same powerful tools to our families? Imagine that as a family we sat down and brainstormed our dreams. Imagine that together we could work out our frustrations. Imagine that we discussed our home life and agreed upon our household jobs to keep our home life great. Presenter: Evan Marcus of Dillon Marcus Executive Retreats.

Free Your Mind and the Rest Will Follow
This workshop will help you understand how stress and negative thinking can have an impact on your mind, body and spirit. We’ll also discuss how the Law of Attraction is working in your life - what you think is what you attract. Presenter: Riley Keenan, BA, CADC Pending


General Wellness Series
Tuesday February 10, 2009 | 5:30PM to 9:00PM

Choose any two topics:

It’s Okay to Play
“Wow, you are telling me it’s okay to play” We can play and still be an adult, responsible, take care of our families and do great at our jobs. The truth being told, yes, play can be an awesome way to experience and go about our lives. Play is a path for leading a very effective and wonderful life. Find out how to possess skills that are widely transferable, discover a new freedom, move beyond the limits you have set for yourself, breakthrough to unprecedented levels of performance and have a whole lot of fun!! Presenter: Evan Marcus of Dillon Marcus Executive Retreats.

Hey Coach – Here’s What I Think
This session will address some appropriate ways to coach and communicate to young people. Also learn to communicate with parents to allow for a positive experience for all involved. If you are currently a coach of any team or are thinking about volunteering to be a coach for your children, this workshop will be very important in helping you be successful, while making sure your team members are all being treated fairly. Presenter: Charlie Short, BA

Wellness: Shedding Unwanted Pounds
Join us for a discussion of adding positive change in your life. These include weight loss, appropriate diet, exercise, relaxation, and meditation. Be prepared on how to incorporate at a reasonable pace such lifestyle changes. Presenter: Steven Ginsburg, M.Ed., LPC, NCC, LCADC.

What does Family really Mean
In the 50’s “The All American Family” meant, mother cooking dinner for the family when everyone got home and father sitting at the table and asking the children how their day was. Adolescents are attracted to groups, whether positive or negative because they are seeking approval, acceptance, and protection. Today, gangs have increasingly become teenager’s family. Have you ever heard a teenager talk about their friends, “they are my family, I would do anything for them.” Learn the reason why they are flocking to their friends, rather than you. Learn how to bring them back home. Presenter: Riley Keenan, BA, CADC, Pending.

Family Series
Thursday April 9, 2009 | 5:30PM to 9:00PM

Choose any two topics:

Before You Say I Do, Check Out the In-laws
I know this topic seems humorous, it was written that way to get your attention. How many people in love stop to think what am I marrying into? Can a healthy love relationship withstand the pressures exerted by the in-laws? Come and find out!! Presenter: Gabriel Guerrieri, M.Ed., L.P.C.

Estrangement
Many of us find ourselves separated from folks we were once close to. Sometimes we are the initiators and sometimes we are the recipients.
In either case we may be feeling anger, resentment and fear. This workshop is a conversation to share our feelings, better understand
the underlying reasons and rationale. Find positive solutions to these most difficult and painful relationships. Presenter: Evan Marcus of
Dillon Marcus Executive Retreats.

What Does Family Really Mean?
See description in General Wellness Series.

The Highly Sensitive Person
See description in Women’s Series.