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Ryan Rana, PhD, LMFT, LPC is an ICEEFT certified EFT Trainer, Supervisor and Therapist and has 25 years of experience in the therapeutic field in many different capacities. Currently, he is the President and Founder of the Arkansas EFT Center. He and his wife, Anne, founded The Joshua Center where he currently practices and acts as the Executive Director. His specializations include work with couples, sexuality, depression, and traumatic stress. In addition to psychotherapy, Ryan works with people on organization and leadership approaches as well as studying military training/processes and performance psychology. Before he became a therapist, Ryan was a college athlete in baseball and was pitching coach at the collegiate level.
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Dr. James Hawkins, ‘Doc Hawk,’ is a Licensed Counsellor, and an ICEEFT-certified trainer, supervisor, and therapist. He obtained a Master’s in Marriage and Family Counselling and a Ph.D. in Psychology and Counseling. He currently serves as a Clinical Coordinator at a non-profit counselling practice in Northwest Arkansas. James is also the founder of Healing Conversations, a training program developed to equip organizations and communities to have productive conversations about race. He is the co-host of two podcasts, The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, and The Leading Edge: Transforming Leadership Through Attachment Science. James is a part of the online training program, successinvulnerability.com, developed to help EFT therapists and supervisors gain more focus in their clinical work. Doc Hawk brings a passion for helping individuals, couples, families, and communities in relational distress. James is married to his wife, Nicola and together they have five daughters.
Dates and Location
Wednesday April 9th - 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday April 10th - 9 am - 5 pm
Friday April 11th, 2025 - 9 am - 5 pm
Location: Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America (formerly Best Western) - 1901 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN 55425
The last day to register for this training will be April 2nd, 2025.
Click here to book a hotel room at the Wyndham under our room block. The group rate is available through March 6, 2025. Use code 040525MNC.
Description of the 3 day Leading Edge Retreat
This three-day course aims to provide advanced emotionally focused therapists with specialized training in two crucial areas: working with vulnerability and managing reactivity in a clinical setting. The course will equip therapists with advanced techniques for managing reactivity, enabling them to navigate intense emotional responses and maintain therapeutic progress effectively. Through theoretical instruction, practical exercises, and case studies, attendees will refine their skills and gain valuable insights to elevate their practice in emotionally focused therapy.
By integrating cultural considerations into emotionally focused therapy, therapists can provide more effective and empathetic care, fostering deeper connections and promoting healing within a culturally diverse client population. Throughout the training, the presenters will integrate cultural lessons from case studies and questions solicited from participants. There will also be an intentional section to engage in role-playing exercises to practice culturally responsive interventions and enhance therapists' skills in managing culturally influenced emotional and relational dynamics.
Pre-Requisites: Must have attended an EFT Externship and have completed or currently be in Core Skills
Supervisor Training with Ryan Rana,Tuesday, April 8th, 4-8 pm, Bloomington, MN
This training has been approved for 4 CEU supervisor training hours by the MN Board of MFT, including 1 ethics hour and 1 cultural competency hour. Also, we have been approved for 4 CEU hours by BBHT for LPCs and LPCCs.
Looking to fulfill your supervision requirements while diving into cutting-edge supervision practices? Join us for an immersive four-hour training session with ICEEFT trainer Ryan Rana on April 8th, 2025, 4-8 pm.
LOCATION CHANGE: This training will now be held at the same hotel as the retreat. The Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America (formerly Best Western) - 1901 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN 55425
This session is open to all professionals—whether you've been doing supervision for decades, are just starting out as a supervisor, want to become a supervisor someday, or are in supervision currently, there's something for everyone. During this interactive session, you will:
- Describe the essentials of experiential supervision: Engage in reflection journaling, application discussions, and work with peers at varying levels to deepen your understanding.
- Explain effective supervision approaches, discussing the effectiveness of various supervision methods, with a particular focus on the EFT A.C.E.S. model, and sharpen your case analysis skills.
- Analyze, discuss, and integrate ethical considerations by delving into common ethical issues in supervision, with emphasis on confidentiality, multicultural sensitivity, and maintaining professional boundaries.
- Utilize your experiential learning of the supervisory process by participating in role-playing, live session observations, and discussions on self-of-the-therapist issues to enhance your supervision practice.
By the end of the session, you'll have the tools and insights needed to elevate your supervisory practice. Plus, you'll get to enjoy a delicious dinner as you collaborate and learn!
Prices for three full days of training (the 9th-11th, 9 am-5 pm each day)
$600 - fully licensed
$550 - pre-licensed
$450 - students and interns
$10 discount for MNCEFT members
$50 group discounts for groups of 5 or more. Email anne@evolvetherapymn.com with the name of your clinic and the names of each person in your group and she will send the discounts codes for you to use when you register.
$100: Price for the 4 hour training for supervisors on April 8th. No extra discounts available. Supervisors will have to register twice. Once for the Leading Edge Retreat (3 day) and once for the Supervisor Training (1/2 day).
Evening Activities
Get ready for some unforgettable extra events, all included in your registration!
Wednesday: Kick off the fun with your choice of bowling or the unique thrill of Whirlyball at Whirlyball Twin Cities—just a quick half-mile away! Bowling runs from 5:30-7:30 PM. Whirlyball, a wild mix of bumper cars, lacrosse, and basketball, is happening from 6-7 PM. With 10 players at a time and 20 rotating in, you'll have plenty of time to join the action and enjoy delicious pizza at 5:45 PM (vegetarian and gluten-free options included!). On Wednesday morning, you’ll have the chance to sign up for bowling lanes. If you want to bowl with friends, feel free to sign up together. If you’re coming solo or don’t know anyone yet, simply choose a lane with available spots and join in!
When you register, let us know if you're up for bowling or Whirlyball!
Thursday: Start your day refreshed with yoga at 7 AM in the ballroom, led by the amazing Khara Hesse. Don't forget your mat! Then, after the day's training, gear up for an epic game night at 6 PM in the ballroom. Indulge in a taco bar at 6:30 PM. While a few board games will be provided, feel free to bring your own to share. Be sure to label them so they return home with you!
Friday: After the training wraps up, keep the energy going at Chevy's for happy hour! Although this isn't covered in the registration, it's a great chance to relax, connect, and enjoy some food and drinks on your own before heading home (the expense is on you).
Continuing Education Credits
This training has been approved for 18 hours of continuing education credits from the MN Board of Marriage and Family Therapists including 3 cultural competency hours for the 3 day training and an additional 4 hours of CEU's for MN Board Approved Supervisors who attend the supervisor training as well as by the BBHT for LPCs and LPCCs. The supervisor training fulfulls 4 supervisor CEUs, including 1 ethics CEU and 1 cultural competency CEU.
To the best of our knowledge, MNCEFT trainings meet the requirements for CEU's for the following boards, however we do not get prior approval for the following boards. Please inquire with your board directly for approval.
- MN Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy
Co-sponsorship for APA approved continuing education credits:
MNCEFT co-sponsors continuing education courses with Haugen Performance Consulting, PLLC, and Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC. Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Please note that per APA sponsorship requirements, attendees must attend 90% of the continuing education event to receive CE credit, and attendance is monitored. Credit will not be given for partial attendance. To purchase APA approved continuing education credits for MNCEFT courses, visit this link: https://form.jotform.com/ATAGF/mnceft. This link can also be used if you need to purchase a duplicate CE certificate from HPC/ATAGF. If you need to cancel your APA CE purchase, we will provide a full refund if requested 2 weeks before the course via the HPC website minus a 5% administrative fee. No refunds will be issued less than 2 weeks before the course.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel your registration for this training, please email info@mnceft.com. If you cancel by March 26th, 2025, you will receive a full refund, minus a 5% administrative fee. If you cancel on or after March 27th, 2025, no refund will be issued.
