New Course Offering! 

Foundations of Contemporary Grief Theory

January 23 & February 6, 2026 | Virtual via Zoom 

Join internationally recognized grief  expert  Lara Krawchuk, MSW, LCSW, MPH—author, MSW educator, and Certified IFS Therapist & Consultant—for a two-day immersive CEU workshop designed for social workers, counselors, medical professionals, and other helpers seeking to deepen their understanding of grief, loss, and healing in today’s broken-hearted world.

What You’ll Learn:

• Explore contemporary grief models, including meaning-making, continued bonds, and dual process frameworks

• Discover creative interventions inspired by art therapy, IFS, and narrative practices

• Examine current debates around Prolonged Grief Disorder

• Strengthen your capacity to support grief through a SELF-led, compassionate lens

What You’ll Get:

• Practical, ready-to-use tools and interventions for grief work

• 10 CEUs (approved by NASW-PA)

• A renewed sense of confidence, clarity, and connection in your professional role

Details:

• Dates: January 23 & February 6, 2026
• Time: 9:30AM - 3:30PM EST
• Location: Zoom (virtual classroom)
• Cost: $340 | $290 for NASW-PA members– flexible payment plan available!
• Registration Deadline: January 15, 2026

Questions? Email Lara at [email protected]  

Self-Led Healers:
Professional IFS Consultation Group

January – April 2026 | Virtual via Zoom

Join Lara Krawchuk, MSW, LCSW, MPH—certified IFS therapist/consultant and longtime MSW professor—for a small-group professional consultation series designed for helping professionals who already have a foundational understanding of IFS.

What You'll Learn:

• Explore how to effectively put IFS and meaning-oriented concepts into practice
• Learn to navigate tricky client systems with confidence
• Receive tender support for your own system
• Build connection with like-minded professionals

What You'll Get:

• 6 live group sessions guided by a certified IFS therapist
• IFS skill-building, demos, case consultation & exploration of your own parts
• Maximum of 12 participants for personalized attention
• A supportive community grounded in care, connection, and creativity

Details:

• Dates: January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 23 & April 6, 2026
• Time: Mondays, 8:45–10:00 AM ET
• Location: Zoom (virtual classroom)
• Price: $420 – flexible payment plan available!

NASW-PA members: Email Lara for a discount code before checkout!

Questions? Email Lara at [email protected] 

Please note: This group does not count toward IFS certification.

Foundations of IFS:
Introduction to Internal Family Systems

April 17 & May 1, 2026 | Virtual via Zoom

Join Certified IFS therapist & Consultant– Lara Krawchuk, MSW, LCSW, MPH to develop a solid foundational understanding of the healing power of IFS. 

What You'll Learn:

• Develop a solid foundational understanding of the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model.

• Understand the roles of Manager and Firefighter “parts” and why they dominate internal systems.

• Explore Exiles and how parts manage away the pain of vulnerable internal parts.

• Learn about SELF energy and how to access its healing benefits.

• Gain guidance on how to safely begin working with clients using an IFS framework.

• Apply IFS concepts through discussion, case studies, demos, experiential exercises, and videos.

What You'll Get:

• Two-part virtual, interactive class with Lara Krawchuk, MSW, LCSW, MPH.

• Clear, practical strategies to safely integrate IFS into your practice.

• Opportunity to engage with an officially certified IFS consultant and MSW professor.

• 10 CEU credits available through NASW-PA for a small fee.

Details:

• Dates: April 17 & May 1, 2026
• Time: 9:30AM - 3:30PM ET
• Location: Zoom (virtual classroom)
• Price: $375 – flexible payment plan available!

Questions? Email Lara at [email protected]