the Santa Barbara County Psychological Association

This Summer and Fall Robert Bosnak and Radhule Weininger are offering an opportunity to work with dreams in a safe group setting in ways that help us be aware and meet the challenges of health, relationships, spirit, and the creative life. We see the work with dreams as a psychological tool affording us a glimpse of a larger perspective, helping us to mature in good health in the face of life’s formidable complexities. In each of the sessions we will work one or two of the members’ dreams . There will be opportunity for discussion, sharing and some teaching around work with dreams.

Robert Bosnak, PsyA, J.D.
Since 1972, Zurich-trained Jungian analyst Robert Bosnak has led dream groups and explored dreaming with individuals, in both analytical and didactic contexts, developing a method called embodied imagination, in the work with dreams and waking memories, is practiced individually and in groups in psychotherapy, medicine, theater, art and creative research. It was a rehearsal technique of the Royal Shakespeare Company in England, and applied in medical research and psychotherapy in Japan, China and a variety of Western countries. Robert Bosnak has authored several books: A Little Course in Dreams; Dreaming with an Aids Patient; and Tracks in the Wilderness of Dreaming. His latest book (2007) is Embodiment: Creative imagination in Medicine, Art and Travel. He is past president of the International Association for the Study of Dreams.

Radhule Weininger, M.D., Ph.D.
is a psychologist in private practice in Santa Barbara and teaches mindfulness meditation through La Casa de Maria. She studied dream-work in a Gestalt, neo-analytic and Jungian way. She also studied intuitive association with Lionel Corbet, dream-tending with Steve Aizenstat, embodied imagination with Robert Bosnak and “dream-work as spiritual path” from Sri Madhava Ashish.

We will meet every other Tuesday from 8.30am to 10.30am at 2565 Puesta del Sol, starting June 2nd.

Suggested, not mandatory, reading: Embodied Imagination, Robert Bosnak; Dreamtending, Steve Aizenstadt. Articles will be made available on embodied imagination by Robert Bosnak, Dreams as Spiritual Path by Radhule Weininger.
To contact us: Radhule Weininger: 455-6205, radhule@cox.net

Members of Santa Barbara County Psychological Association Offering

Free Psychological Services for Survivors of the Jesusita Fire
(Updated 5/25/09, 3:00pm)

At least 12 members of the Santa Barbara County Psychological Association are offering to provide free sessions of direct supportive counseling to people affected by the Jesusita fire. This list will be updated weekly and posted on our website at www.sbpsychologists.org.

All the members listed below are licensed psychologists with doctoral degrees who have training in dealing with stress and crisis. While their availability may vary, they have each committed to providing one to three hours of free consultation to individuals who directly experienced or have been displaced by the fire. Anyone requesting pro bono psychological services may contact the psychologist directly at their office numbers below. Further information regarding their training and background, including age groups they see in their practice, is available at www.sbpsychologists.org:

Dr. David Baldwin: 805-695-8300

Dr. Michael Beiley: 805-962-2869

Dr. Lisa Benson: 805-570-0414

Dr. Jane Carlise: 805-687-2551

Dr. Jenny Doelling: 805-568-3698

Dr. Robin Doran: 805-252-0495

Dr. Dean Given: 805-880-3566

Dr. John Lewis: 805-504-9083

Dr. Adina McGarr-Knabke: 818-518-6775

Dr. Fred Morguelan: 805-682-2029

Dr. Juliet Rhode-Brown: 805-856-8005

Dr. Jamie Rotnofsky: 800-927-7930

Dr. Roland Rotz: 805-566-0441

Dr. Kimberly Taylor: 805-568-3700

Santa Barbara Psychological Association
(805) 963-9447

www.sbpsychologists.org For further information you may also call Dr. Heidi Zetzer at 893-8274.

Santa Barbara County Psychological Association
Opposes Propositions 1D and 1E

The Santa Barbara County Psychological Association stands with other community leaders and organizations in opposition to 1D and 1E. Both Propositions would take local resources from vulnerable children and adults to be used by Sacramento legislators.

What Is Prop 1D?
In 1998 First 5 was created by Proposition 10 to use tobacco tax money to fund programs benefiting children from birth to five. Each county has a First 5 Commission authorized to create programs to meet local needs. In some counties, the Commissions have been able to provide universal health coverage, mental health services or preschool for all children. As tobacco use is declining, First 5 Commissions have exercised good stewardship by saving in order to sustain proven programs.

Proposition 1D is officially titled “Protects Children’s Services Funding, Helps Balance State Budget”. In reality it would take funds away from local services for young children and their families. If passed, Proposition 1D would:

• Take $268 million annually away from First 5 county commissions;
• Reduce possibly as much as 70% of First 5 revenues by the fourth and fifth years;
• Give the Legislature complete authority over how to spend the First 5 funds.

The Impact of 1D on Children and Families in Santa Barbara County
Last year over 8,000 children aged five and younger, with their families, received services through First 5 programs throughout Santa Barbara County. This year there is a documented increase in their needs. Santa Barbara County’s First 5 provides access to health insurance, dental care, mental health services, support for families in crisis and more — all of which would be cut or eliminated if 1D passes.

Currently, First 5 Santa Barbara County receives approximately $5 million per year from the tobacco tax funds. This is supplemented by additional public and private partnerships for an overall budget of $7.6 million. Proposition 1D would eliminate the reserves First 5 responsibly kept to sustain its programs and would dramatically cut or eliminate services such as:

• Family Resource Centers from Carpinteria to Cuyama;
• Children’s mental health and home visitation services;
• Health coverage and dental care for children;
• Assistance to child care, day care and preschools for working families;
• School readiness and literacy programs;
• Newborn Home Visitation.

What is Prop 1E?
Proposition 1E, titled “Mental Health Services Funding Temporary Allocation Helps Balance State Budget”, would seriously impact programs created by the Mental Health Services Act, Prop 63, which levies a 1% tax on incomes over $1 million to fund mental health services for those most in need.

Thanks to Prop 63, nearly $3 billion has been used to support mental health services. Prop 1E would shift $460 million of Prop 63 funds to help the State maintain a federally mandated program. This would take away from County resources to serve a large vulnerable local population.

The Impact of Prop 1E in Santa Barbara County
County departments, community leaders, non-profit agencies and consumers of mental health services jointly planned and implemented Prop 63. If 1E passes, critical services for children, youth and adults with mental illness could be eliminated including:

• SPIRIT – helps at-risk children and teens avoid out-of-home placement;
• SAFTY – Safe Alternative for Treating Youth - a mobile service that provides specialized crisis intervention;
• Crisis, shelter and support services for adults.

Join with Local Psychologists – Stand Up for Vulnerable Children and Families
Props 1D and 1E are designed by the governor and legislators to take away voter-approved funding for our most vulnerable citizens. Young children, families and persons with mental illness in Santa Barbara County need our help – vote NO on 1D and 1E.

Anna M. Kokotovic, PhD, is a Board member of the
Santa Barbara County Psychological Association
SBCPA Phone Number: 963-9447
Visit our website at: http://www.sbcpa.org

Come join us some time –We get a lot done and we Laugh a Lot.

The Board.

Meeting Jan Hurwich the current President Elect of California Psychological Association on a campaign swing through Santa Barbara.

We had a delightful lunch at the Goleta Beachside Cafe and made fast friends.

Photos by Fred Morguelan

The California Psychological Association sponsored its annual Leadership and Advocacy Conference in Sacramento in the shadow of the state capitol building. This occurred from March 21-23, 2009

Most of the CPA’s 20+ chapters were represented by their President, President elect or the Governmental Affairs Chairperson (GAC).

Discussions were held amongst the chapter leaders and staff at the State CPA offices about the future of Psychology, about current problems and solutions.

The Director of Governmental Affairs, Amanda Levy shared her wisdom and experience on Capitol Hill and prepared the group to Lobby State Senators and Assembly persons on issues important to Psychologists.

Attendees had the pleasure of watching the ribbon cutting ceremony to the new and improved CPA office and then celebrated with great food, drinks and the staff of CPA.

By the end of lobby day you can be sure that the State Senators and Assembly people knew that many psychologists were in town and against losing our BOP.

Photos by Fred Morguelan

For Immediate Release

Dr. Janice Rudestam was recently honored as a recipient of the Jerry Clark Award of the Santa Barbara County Psychological Association. Dr. Rudestam was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the profession of psychology and the Santa Barbara community. The award is named after psychologist, Dr. Jerry Clark, who was a tireless advocate for improving the mental health and wellness of local residents.

Dr. Janice Rudestam

Dr. Rudestam has been in private practice since 1986. She served as president of SBCPA in 2006 and was Chair of the Graduate Psychology Program at Antioch University, Santa Barbara from 1996 to 2001

For interviews contact: Dr. Janice Rudestam, 805-569-2540

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