About Charity Simpson, (she/her), Georgia LPC, NCC, CETS
Charity received her psychology degree from Hendrix College before moving to Atlanta to attend Emory’s Candler School of Theology and earn a Master of Divinity. Throughout her education, she sought to ground academic work in community-based service at Crossroads Community Ministries, Oakhurst Baptist Church, and Genesis Family Shelter. After graduating from theology school and serving as program developer in the non-profit sector, Charity returned to school to earn her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Mercer University. She then completed her training and early clinical experience at Genesis Family Shelter and Compass Consulting before shifting focus to therapeutic intensives and experiential consultations.
In-Person: Discover the Power of the Social Atom – A Tool with Endless Potential
Join us for an engaging session on the Social Atom, a dynamic and adaptable tool developed by J.L. Moreno, the father of psychodrama. This powerful visual method maps out an individual’s most significant relationships—including people, places, things, and activities—revealing the quality, distance, and dynamics of these connections. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance on constructing a Social Atom and engage in hands-on practice using various methods, including pen and paper, art materials, objects, and auxiliaries. Through personal creation, demonstrations, and real-world examples, participants will explore ways to tailor this tool to meet diverse client needs at all stages of treatment. By the end of the session, attendees will have a clear understanding of the Social Atom’s applications and be equipped to integrate it into both personal and professional practice.
Virtual: Attachment in Action – Understanding and Cultivating Secure Relationships
Attachment is the deep psychological and emotional bond that connects individuals. Rooted in the research of Harry Harlow, John Bowlby, and Mary Ainsworth, attachment theory explores how we form, maintain, and function in relationships throughout our lives. While early attachment patterns develop in childhood through interactions with primary caregivers, research shows that people can cultivate secure attachment styles and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships at any stage of life. This presentation offers an experiential and insightful overview of attachment theory, its development, and the four primary attachment styles in action. Attendees will engage in an interactive exploration of their personal attachment journey and discover practical strategies for fostering secure attachment patterns in themselves and clients. Participants will leave with a solid understanding of attachment theory and actionable tools to enhance their own relationships, support clients, and strengthen the therapeutic process.
Virtual Case Consultation: Spontaneity in Action – Creative Approaches to Challenging Cases
In psychodrama, spontaneity is defined as the ability to respond to a new situation adequately or to bring a fresh perspective to an old one. In this session, you'll have the opportunity to bring your most challenging client cases and receive guidance on how to tap into your own creative potential, approaching obstacles through a new, experiential lens. While many trainings are available for experiential modalities, you don’t need extensive hours of additional training to begin working experientially with your clients. The key is to embrace the principle of "show me, don’t tell me" and to cultivate your own spontaneity and creativity in practice. This consultation panel will offer fresh ideas and strategies to work with existing clients, empowering you to approach your therapeutic challenges with greater flexibility and innovation. Whether you're looking to deepen your practice or find new ways to engage your clients, this session will help you tap into your creativity and bring a fresh, dynamic energy to your work.