The Florida Nature Coast
Crystal River, Florida
February 28 – March 4, 2012

 Come Swim alongside the Manatees!

A 5 day Intensive
A TT Retreat and Mentorship Program in One
“Mentorship reflects and draws out of each of us our own beauty, strength and wisdom.”

What is This Program?
Mentorship
    The Therapeutic Touch Mentorship Program was developed to provide mentoring and allow reflective time to individually explore and develop the next steps on Your TT Journey. This Program was designed to meet both personal and professional needs which may arise for TT practitioners and teachers at all levels of expertise, both with long time experience or those new to TT. Program content is individualized on the basis of your application and interests. The learning and teaching environment is a cooperative venture between Teachers, Mentors and Participants to bring new awareness and abilities.  The format is inclusive and encourages collaboration and sharing.
   Those newer to TT may be seeking confidence to further develop skills. Our mentoring methods enhance your ability to assess and respond to the person and cues in their energy field in a more in-depth manner.         
   Advanced practitioners interact with other experienced TT therapists to connect and explore pre-determined topics of interest to practitioners within the Program’s structure. Our creative and accomplished faculty has extensive experience in the clinical practice, teaching and mentoring of the TT process, research, meditation, holistic and integrative healthcare methods to incorporate with TT, and group facilitation.
   All Program educational offerings meet criteria for international Therapeutic Touch credentialing and recertification CEs for renewal for those already credentialed at QTTP and QTTT.

Retreat
   The Mentorship Program is offered within a transpersonal framework. Mentorship draws out of each of us our own beauty, strength and wisdom.  We will take advantage of the exceptional natural setting for reflection and renewal. Crystal River is a unique area on “Florida’s Nature Coast.” Time is incorporated each afternoon for you to visit the pool, hot tub, spa, rivers, beaches, wildlife and walks. Florida’s native manatees are a highlight of the area. Boating, kayaking and if desired, swimming with the manatees will be included. Time to go within encourages self-healing through discovery and deeper awareness of your needs on Your INNER TT Journey. Various self-care methods will be offered for exploration including experts leading us in the methods of tai chi chuh, gentle yoga, kum nye and meditation.

Why Should I Attend? 
    Within a small group setting, our Therapeutic Touch Mentors and Teachers work with you to support your individual learning, to enhance and deepen your TT experience. You will take home new skills, broaden your knowledge base, hone powers of observation and intuition through connection with the inner self, gain confidence in applying TT within a variety of clinical settings, learn about starting a private practice, develop your teaching and mentoring skills and more. Support in completing documentation of the TT process is provided. For those interested in national TT credentialing, guidance and mentoring is offered.  If you are working with a Mentor in your area already, communication with your Mentor is facilitated to enhance your entire mentoring experience. If you are looking for a Mentor, we offer a variety of programs to work with you on a continuing basis, including long distance mentoring.  If you are a more advanced TT Practitioner and/or Teacher/Mentor, various topics and aspects of TT and its application are discussed and examined with like-minded, experienced TT therapists. (See “Program Methods for Experienced Practitioners and Teachers” below.)
   

Testimonials
From Previous Participants
        “The environment of compassion, understanding and caring support created an incredible framework for learning. This modeled the TT experience in a deeply satisfying manner.”
       “I was able to ‘fill in the gaps’ in my learning and practice. My effectiveness has grown enormously.”
       “Without a doubt, this Mentorship has been a deeply propelling force in my TT journey. I am practicing now with confidence.”
       “The reflective time was essential for integration and looking within.”  
      “The Mentors were experienced, knowledgeable, inspiring and encouraging. They were so hard working, dedicated and committed to our success.”
      “Besides being meaningful, rewarding, and powerful, it was GREAT FUN!”  

Mentors
       “The thoughtful blending of teaching techniques, the progression of the content and the small group sizes all combined to achieve the remarkable results shown by the Participants.”
       “I saw the innate power of TT change the life of a human being right before my eyes. This is a rare happening and I was thrilled to be part of it.”

2012 Program Director and Mentors
Shirley Spear Begley, RN, BFA, HNB-BC, QTTT, NCTMB, Director, selected by Dolores Krieger, PhD, RN 
Eliza Twichell, MFA, QTTT, Artist, Writer,Experienced Teacher and Mentor, Santa Fe, NM. 
Bev Zabler, PhD, RN, CMT, Assistant Dean,  Assistant Clinical Nursing Professor, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and Experienced Teacher and Mentor.  LINK to Bios

Adjunct Faculty
Lorraine Lepine, QTTT, Certified Tai Chi Chih Instructor, Kansas City, KS.

History
   Dolores Krieger, PhD, RN, Professor Emerita, New York University, and co-creator of TT, initiated the East and West Coast TT Invitational Mentorship Programs at Pumpkin Hollow and Indralaya Retreat Centers. Shirley Spear Begley was selected by Dr Krieger first as Mentor, then Coordinator and worked with her for many years in the development of that Program. In 2009, Dr Krieger selected Shirley as Director of the Program. Through her own organization, Shirley has taught mentorship programs and healing retreats for 16 years. This Mid-Winter TT Retreat and Mentorship Program is a combination of both program formats, annually receiving excellent reviews from program evaluations.

                             
Program Methods*
Individualized Learning over an Intensive 5 Day Period
One-on-one Pre- and Post-Mentorship Interviews
Focus on Your Specific Needs through Small Group Discussions and Mentoring
Interactive Seminars and TT Exercises
Panel Discussions
Supervised Clinical Practice, with TT sessions for Program Participants
Dr Krieger’s Lectures seen on DVD (To See Dr Krieger’s Bio, Click Here)
Centering, Meditation and Movement to enhance intuition and sensitivity to energy flows
Self-Healing Exercises 
Time for Reflection and Self-Care in a Beautiful, Natural Setting

*Program Methods For Experienced Practitioners and Teachers
(For those having taken Basic, Intermediate and/or Advanced and had minimally 3 years consistent TT practice.)
     Discussions cover advanced TT topics based on participants’ areas of interest, eg. Transpersonal Healing and the Inner Self, Psychospiritual Concerns and The Sanctuary Project, TT With Specific Populations: Utilizing TT in Hospice and Caring for the Dying, TT for People with History of Abuse, Therapeutic Touch and Veterans, Therapies to Integrate with TT in Private Practice, Ethical Considerations in Modern Medical Care, Offering TT Courses in Conventional Settings, Select Foundations in Holistic Nursing, Self-Care and Healing through Therapeutic Touch, How Spiritual Practices Inform the TT Process, Transformative Processes and the Inner TT Journey, Creating a Private Practice, among others.

Important Details
For Photos and Information about the Plantation on Crystal River, go to this link. LINK

Program Pre-requisite
 A 12-Hour Basic TT course.

24 CEs: State of Florida Approved CEs provided for
Registered and Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurses
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists
Licensed Massage Therapists
Licensed Social Workers
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists
Licensed Mental Health Counselors
Other Professionals ~ CEs Available ~ Contact Us for Details
Most States offer reciprocity of continuing education courses approved by Florida’s State Boards.

Laypersons Welcome

Application
Acceptance to the Program is by Application Only.  All are Encouraged to Apply. 
(Please contact Shirley at the info below if unsure you qualify.)
(Click Here for Application)

***TT Mentorship Program Registration Information***  
         (2 Options: Residential and Commuter)

Early Registration Discounts and Payment Plans Available!!
Registration Must Be Postmarked by the Dates Listed Below
Online Payments by PayPal will include a 3% transaction fee over the cost of the Registration

Option One:  Residential Registration Fees (If You Plan to Stay at The Plantation)
Full Registration includes All Program Fees, 24 CEs and Certificate.
Early Registration (Before January 12, 2012)    $435
Full Registration   (January 12, 2012 and Before February 2, 2012)  $495
Program Registration Deadline: (February 2, 2012)
Payment Plans Available

**NOT SURE YET IF YOU CAN MAKE IT?**  NO PROBLEM!
Reserve your Hotel Room now AT NO COST to get Discounted Room Rates.
Cancel Hotel Reservations 48 hours prior to TT Mentorship Program
with no cancellation fee.
Just Reserve your space and work out the details.
If able to come, it’s a GREAT savings.   If not, there’s no cost to you.

*How to Reserve A Room
Please Note:
Discounted Hotel Room Rates are in addition to TT Mentorship Program Fees.  Discounted Guest Room Rates include a Large Hospitality Suite and Kitchenette, (Just for our TT Group), Many Resort Amenities and Parking.
To Share a Room, we will match you with another Program Participant.

The PLANTATION has undergone a $3 MILLION RENOVATION in late 2011.
ALL Guest Rooms are NEWLY RENOVATED.

$99.00 Standard Hotel Room Group Discounted Rates are based on availability.  Single or Double Occupancy (1 - 2 persons per room**)
Book Now!!!
(On a Budget? A Supermarket is nearby and you may purchase food to eat some of your meals in our Hospitality Suite.)

To see Accommodations, (Link to Room Accommodations Page, for Room Types and Reservation Phone Number)
To Reserve a Room, Call the Plantation and ask for Reservations under “TT Mentorship Program.”
Hotel Rooms through our Program are at Discounted Group Rates and based on availability, Book Now!
Discounted Hotel Rates can be extended, so Extend Your Vacation** at an exceptional rate!  (See more info below.**)

OPTION TWO:  Commuter Registration Fees (Traveling to Plantation on Crystal River Each Day)
Program Registration includes All Program Fees, 24 CEs and Certificate, Access to Resort Amenities and Parking.
Early Registration (Before January 12, 2012)    $495
Full Registration   (From January 12, 2012 and Before February 2, 2012)    $550
Program Registration Deadline: (February 2, 2012)
Payment Plans Available

Course Registration Fee and CEs
The Program Registration Fees listed above include CE's for one discipline only, i.e. RN or LMT or LCSW, etc. If multiple CE's are desired, add $35 per additional discipline.

Program Cancellation Policy  
Cancellations must be received in writing and postmarked at least 3 weeks before course start date (postmark date: February 7, 2012) to Shirley at Integrated Health Care Systems at the address listed below, to receive registration refund minus a 15% processing fee. After this date, registration balance may be transferred to another course within the same year and your registration fee is applied as credit toward the cost of the another IHCS Program.

Program Changes
The TT Mentorship Program reserves the right to make program changes as necessary, and the right to cancel a program if minimum enrollment has not been reached or events occur beyond reasonable control.

Getting Here
Crystal River, Florida is on the Florida Central Gulf Coast – the Nature Coast!
Tampa International Airport services the area. Crystal River is 1 hour and 10 minutes north of Tampa by car.
Rental cars, Shuttles and Hired Cars are available to get you from the airport to the Plantation.
We will Match Travelers to help with Shared Transportation Costs. Contact us early for more information.
The Program starts promptly on February 28, 2012 at 5:00 PM with an Early Bird dinner in the Plantation Dining Room. Please plan to arrive at the Plantation between 3:00 and 4:00 PM.

**Extend Your Vacation: Discounted Resort Rates can be extended as long as availability of rooms at this rate exist. Book Early!
Resort is Family and Pet Friendly. Bring your family or significant other!  Children under 16 stay in room with parents for free.
The area boasts rivers, native Florida manatees, crystal springs at 72 degrees year round, water sports including kayaking, canoes, motorboat rentals, secluded beaches, Florida Wildlife Park, well-known geneology library, museums, golf courses and much more, all in a laidback setting!  For more about the area go to VisitCitrus.com.

Link to Plantation on Crystal River Photos and Amenities
Link to Room Accommodations
Link to Faculty Bios
Link to Manatees Photos and Information

For More Information Please Contact
Shirley Spear Begley
RN, BFA, HNB-BC, CCHT, NCTMB, QTTT
TT Mentorship Program Director

Executive Director
Integrated Health Care Systems
3945 49th Avenue South
St Petersburg, FL 33711
Phone: (727) 867-2666 - Voice Mail 1#
Fax (727) 867-8580
Email: SSBegley@aol.com
Website: www.IHCSonline.com

Plantation on Crystal River
9301 W Fort Island TRL, Crystal River, FL 34429
reservations: 800-632-6262 information: 352-795-4211