The Retreat

Rest for you in a way that provides access for all.

Join us for a transformative day designed to nurture rest, reflection, and connection. The Retreat is a gathering where wellness meets intention — bringing together thoughtful programming, restorative practices, and conversations that inspire.

Your participation in The Retreat directly supports The Process Wellness Foundation, a nonprofit committed to making therapy accessible. The Foundation provides low- and no-cost therapy for individuals, couples, families, and teens who otherwise could not afford care, while also ensuring therapist trainees are paid a livable wage, a practice that is uncommon in today’s field.

Throughout the day, you’ll experience guided wellness activations, nourishing meals, and the opportunity to connect deeply with yourself and community. Hosted at Wren, a serene neighborhood wellness space with light-filled interiors and calming amenities like sauna and cold plunge, the setting provides the perfect backdrop for a day of connection, reflection, and care.

A highlight of The Retreat is our featured panel conversation, where we’ll explore the intersections of wellness, creativity, and resilience with four inspiring women:

• Dr. Sahar Martinez — Founder of The Process Wellness Collective, licensed marriage and family therapist, and advocate for collective healing. saharmartinez.com

• Zabie Yamasaki — Author, educator, and trauma-informed yoga practitioner dedicated to creating empowering spaces for survivors. zabieyamasaki.com

• Megan, Founder of Wilde House Paper — Creative entrepreneur and designer crafting intentional tools for mindful living. wildehousepaper.com

• Natalie Valle, Founder of Love and Alchemy — Sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and mindfulness guide committed to helping others reconnect with their inner wisdom. loveandalchemy.com

• Moderated by Nicole Fournié of D’être Creative Co., Creative Director at The Process Wellness Collective and owner of a creative agency rooted in storytelling and intentional brand strategy. nicolesmolinski.com

Together, they’ll share perspectives on building meaningful practices that sustain both personal well-being and community care.

What to Expect

• Light breakfast and coffee bar + warm welcome from Dr. Sahar Martinez, founder of The Process Wellness Foundation

• Guided wellness practices, including:

  • Transformative breathwork with Amy Dong of The Softening

  • Guided community journaling with Megan Heddinger, founder of Wilde House Paper

  • Grounding meditation with Vitoria Cottiss of The Feeling Within

  • Restorative sound bath with Natalie Valle of Love and Alchemy

• Featured panel conversation with Dr. Sahar Martinez, Zabie Yamasaki, Megan Heddinger, and Natalie Valle exploring resilience, creativity, and community care

• Nourishing catered lunch

• Optional activations like luxe cold plunge & sauna experiences

• Curated gift bag of wellness offerings to take home

• Space for connection with fellow guests and panelists throughout the day

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📅 Saturday, October 25th
⏰ 9 AM - 2 PM
📍 Wren, Costa Mesa
175 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa, California
💸 Three ticket options to provide greater accessibility to our community

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All ticket purchases are tax-deductible, and attendees will receive a tax receipt upon registration

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The Process Coffee Club:
A Coffee Salon for Connection

Welcome to OUR POP UP CAFÉ — networking’s not really our thing… but connection is.

Our sold out Coffee Club returns to Orange County!

Think of this as a coffee-fueled salon for healers of all kinds—therapists, acupuncturists, doulas, artists, reiki practitioners, naturopaths, and even that hairdresser who doubles as your life coach. Because let’s be real, healing happens in a lot of places, not just on a therapy couch. (Spoiler alert: everyone is healer in their own way, so all are welcome).

We want this to be a space where healers feel taken care of — a place to recharge, all while making meaningful connections that help us build a more holistic quality of care for our clients and communities. Enjoy a full-service espresso cart with Summer seasonal drinks, a build-your-own bloom bar, and a live DJ set by Scott Welch to keep the Summer vibes going (ahem… coffee clurb?!). Live photo booth doodles by Scrubble Tea Shop and professional mini photos sessions with the amazing Jenny Markham are available as an optional add-on to your morning with us. Profits from these optional add-ons will go straight to The Process Wellness Foundation, our emerging non-profit created to expand access to mental health care that is affordable, inclusive, and rooted in compassion.

Because good conversation deserves great coffee, we’re partnering with Flow Good Coffee, whose creativity meets quality ingredients in order to offer summer-themed flavors for us! We care deeply about collaborations that mutually support and uplift other local, minority-owned small businesses doing good work in our communities—so your morning cup will not only taste good but do good, too.

Join us for our summer Coffee Club! Embrace the Summer goodness with music bumping, and connect with our healers in a fun way.

📅 Friday, July 25th
⏰ 10 AM - 12 PM
📍 The Nest at Still
932 W 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
💸 Free to attend; optional add-on donations for mini photos sessions and live photo booth doodles

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We encourage you to register below, even if you’re not choosing a paid ticket option, as it will help us get an accurate headcount to make your experience the best possible. Thank you!

WLW x The Process Coffee Club

Saturday | June 28, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Location: The Well Lived Woman - Topanga Canyon, CA

The Process Wellness Collective will be popping up at the Well Lived Woman! Think of this as a morning salon. Coffee-fueled, community-centered, and intentionally created for healers of all kinds. Therapists, acupuncturists, doulas, artists, reiki practitioners, naturopaths (even the hairdresser who doubles as your life coach)... because healing happens in many forms, and in many places.

This summer, the gathering will include a live panel of established healers, offering wisdom, conversation, and insight into what it means to support others while also tending to ourselves. Whether you’re newly stepping into your title as a healer or are years into your path, you’ll be warmly welcomed.

We’ve designed this space to feel nourishing – an opportunity to pause, connect, and root back into the heart of your work. Come enjoy:

• Full-service espresso bar with fun, seasonal drinks 

• Pastries to snack on (GF options available)

• A panel of established female healers including WLW Founder Jaimi Brooks, The Process Wellness Collective Founder Dr. Sahar Martinez, Cassidy Freitas, Chrissy Powers and Zabie Yamasaki. The panel will be moderated by Andrea Yarletz of The Home Base Collective.

• Opportunities to gather, share, and feel supported

The event is free to attend, and we’re offering two optional donation-based add-ons:

1. Professional Headshots with Jenny Markham – $40

2. Best Sellers Gift Bag curated by The Well Lived Woman – $40

All proceeds from these add-ons will benefit The Process Wellness Foundation, supporting accessible wellness services in our community, and The Well Lived Woman.

Understanding the intersection of hormones, mental health, and identity during the perimenopausal transition

Perimenopause is more than a biological milestone—it’s a psychological reckoning. While much of the conversation centers on hot flashes and irregular cycles, the emotional, mental, and identity-based shifts of this transition often go unnamed and unsupported. Anxiety, rage, grief, memory lapses, and changes in self-worth are dismissed as “just hormones,” leaving many feeling isolated, confused, or broken.

This workshop is here to change that.

Led by Dr. Sahar Martinez, licensed therapist, professor, and founder of The Process Wellness Collective, Mind the Shift offers a comprehensive, compassionate exploration of perimenopause as a whole-person mental health journey. Together, we’ll explore how this phase can disrupt our sense of identity, emotional regulation, relationships, and productivity—and how we can move through it with awareness, agency, and grace.

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

• How hormonal changes affect the nervous system, cognition, and mood

• Common (but under-discussed) emotional symptoms of perimenopause

• The cultural silence and stigma that shape our experience of midlife

• How identity shifts—especially for parents, professionals, and caretakers—can trigger grief and renewal

• Practical tools to regulate mood, reconnect with your body, and reclaim your inner authority

• Ways clinicians can support clients through this transition with inclusivity and sensitivity to race, gender, class, and systemic barriers

Whether you’re in the midst of this transition, anticipating it, or supporting others through it, Mind the Shift invites you to reframe perimenopause not as an unraveling, but as a portal to deeper self-understanding.

This is not the end of your story. It’s a powerful rewrite.

The investment for this 3-hour virtual workshop is $95.

I also offer a sliding scale because I believe mental health education should be accessible, while also honoring the energy, labor, and expertise involved in creating this space.

To register, please choose the rate that best reflects your current financial capacity below:

If you’re an organization or clinical practice interested in registering a group, or if cost remains a barrier, please reach out directly—equity is a core value of this work.

*All participants will receive a downloadable reflection guide and 7-day replay access.

Lunch & Unlearn Vol. 5 —
“Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.”

Join us for a powerful conversation deconstructing the beauty ideals that have been sold to us as truth. This session will explore how colonialism, white supremacy, and patriarchy have shaped harmful body image norms and how these messages continue to impact mental health, self-worth, and clinical practice as a whole.

Together, we’ll unpack:

• The origins and enforcement of colonial beauty standards

• The mental health toll of body surveillance and aesthetic conformity

• How to support body liberation in ourselves and our clients

For therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone ready to challenge the thin, white, able-bodied ideal, this is an invitation to unlearn in community and reimagine what beauty, health, and worth can look like beyond the body.

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Join us virtually on Zoom and receive: live teaching and exploration from our founder and licensed therapist, Dr. Sahar Martinez; opportunity for live Q&A with the community who joins; a digital recording; a PDF recap.

This series is dedicated to challenging outdated assumptions, examining common therapeutic practices through new lenses, and embracing more inclusive, authentic, and effective ways of supporting well-being. Topics might range from unpacking biases within therapeutic frameworks to exploring how we can adapt practices to honor diverse identities and life experiences.

Perfect for therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about rethinking mental health, Lunch and Unlearn offers a unique space to question, connect, and grow.

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 8 -- June 7th, 2025

“All I Did Was Try My Best”

(Inspired by Olivia Rodrigo’s “teenage dream”)

Embracing vulnerability, accepting imperfection, and letting go of unrealistic.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, June 7th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 8 — “All I Did Was Try My Best” (Inspired by Olivia Rodrigo’s “teenage dream”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 7 -- May 31st, 2025

It’s a Cruel Summer, But We’ll Survive”

(Inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer”)

Finding resilience and hope during tough times, leaning on community.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, May 31st
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 7 — It’s a Cruel Summer, But We’ll Survive” (Inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 6 -- May 24th, 2025

“We Gon’ Be Alright”

(Inspired by Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright”)

Finding hope, resilience, and solidarity in the face of societal challenges and personal struggles.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, May 24th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 6 — “We Gon’ Be Alright” (Inspired by Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 5 -- May 17th, 2025

“Pink Pony Dreams”

(Inspired by Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club”)

Embracing individuality, creativity, and joy in a world that often feels dull or restrictive.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, May 17th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 5 — “Pink Pony Dreams” (Inspired by Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 4 -- May 10th, 2025

“Saving Our Selves”

(Inspired by SZA’s “SOS”)

Prioritizing self-care, self-love, and personal growth in a demanding world.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, May 10th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 4 -- “Saving Our Selves” (Inspired by SZA’s “SOS”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Lunch & Unlearn Vol. 4 —
“Where the healthy treat the sick”

Let’s unravel the myth of the perfectly healed therapist.

Therapy has long been viewed as a place where the “healed” support the “hurting” but that binary is not only false, it’s harmful. This conversation will unpack the myth that therapists must have it all together to be effective, and the pressures mental health professionals face to perform wellness.

Therapy is not a place where the "healthy" fix the "sick." It's a relational, human space where healing is reciprocal, layered, and ongoing—for both client and clinician. This session invites therapists, healers, and wellness professionals to confront the harmful narrative that we must be fully healed to help others.

We'll explore:

• The origins and impact of the “wounded healer” myth

• The internalized shame clinicians carry about their own mental health

• How to create space for authenticity and imperfection in the work

• What ethical, embodied leadership actually looks like in practice

Let’s unlearn the pressure to perform wellness and make room for something more honest: the truth that healing doesn’t disqualify us, it connects us.

For therapists, healers, and mental health professionals ready to move beyond neutrality and into meaningful engagement, this discussion challenges us to see therapy as not just a space for healing—but for change.

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Join us virtually on Zoom and receive: live teaching and exploration from our founder and licensed therapist, Dr. Sahar Martinez; opportunity for live Q&A with the community who joins; a digital recording; a PDF recap.

This series is dedicated to challenging outdated assumptions, examining common therapeutic practices through new lenses, and embracing more inclusive, authentic, and effective ways of supporting well-being. Topics might range from unpacking biases within therapeutic frameworks to exploring how we can adapt practices to honor diverse identities and life experiences.

Perfect for therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about rethinking mental health, Lunch and Unlearn offers a unique space to question, connect, and grow.

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 3 -- May 3rd, 2025

“Break My Soul, Build My Spirit”

(Inspired by Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul”)

Overcoming burnout and reclaiming your energy and joy.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, May 3rd
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 3 -- “Break My Soul, Build My Spirit” (Inspired by Beyoncé’s “Break My Soul”) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 2 -- April 26th, 2025

“What Was I Made For?”

(Inspired by “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish)

Exploring identity, purpose, and self-discovery in a chaotic world.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Saturday, April 26th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 2: “What Was I Made For?” (Inspired by “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish) or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

The Process Coffee Club:
A Coffee Salon for Connection

Welcome to OUR POP UP CAFÉ — networking’s not really our thing… but connection is.

Think of this as a coffee-fueled salon for healers of all kinds—therapists, acupuncturists, doulas, artists, reiki practitioners, naturopaths, and even that hairdresser who doubles as your life coach. Because let’s be real, healing happens in a lot of places, not just on a therapy couch. (Spoiler alert: everyone is healer in their own way, so all are welcome).

We want this to be a space where healers feel taken care of — a place to recharge, all while making meaningful connections that help us build a more holistic quality of care for our clients and communities. Enjoy a full-service espresso cart with Spring seasonal drinks, buttery and flaky pastries, a build-your-own bloom bar, a used books shop, and professional headshots with Jenny Markham as an optional add-on to your morning with us.

Because good conversation deserves great coffee, we’re partnering with Flow Good Coffee, whose creativity meets quality ingredients in order to offer spring-themed flavors for us! We care deeply about collaborations that mutually support and uplift other local, minority-owned small businesses doing good work in our communities—so your morning cup will not only taste good but do good, too.

Join us for our first coffee pop-up of the year (with more to come!):

📅 Friday, April 25th
⏰ 10 AM - 12 PM
📍 17875 E Sky Park Circle, H
Irvine, CA, 92614
💸 Free to attend; optional add-on donation to receive professional headshots

Come sip, mingle, and connect. And if you’re feeling camera-ready, we’re offering headshot add-ons, with all donations going straight to the National Parks Conservation Association as an ode to Earth Day and in response to the recent defunding of our beloved national parks.

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We encourage you to register below, even if you’re not choosing a paid ticket option, as it will help us get an accurate headcount to make your experience the best possible. Thank you!

Lunch & Unlearn Vol. 3 —
“Therapy isn’t political”

The Myth of the Apolitical World: Unlearning the myth that therapy exists outside of politics by exploring how systemic forces—racism, capitalism, and policy—shape mental health and access to care. Recognize the role of advocacy in ethical practice and how embracing this reality makes therapy more just and effective.

“Therapy isn’t political.” But what if it is? What if it always has been?

Many of us were taught that therapy should remain neutral—that politics has no place in the room. But can we truly separate mental health from the systems that shape our clients’ lives? In this session, we’ll unpack the myth of apolitical therapy and explore:

• How systemic oppression impacts mental health

• The ethical responsibility of therapists in social justice work

• When and how to bring up social and political issues, and whether it's our role to do so

• Ways to navigate these conversations with awareness and integrity

For therapists, healers, and mental health professionals ready to move beyond neutrality and into meaningful engagement, this discussion challenges us to see therapy as not just a space for healing—but for change.

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Join us virtually on Zoom and receive: live teaching and exploration from our founder and licensed therapist, Dr. Sahar Martinez; opportunity for live Q&A with the community who joins; a digital recording; a PDF recap.

This series is dedicated to challenging outdated assumptions, examining common therapeutic practices through new lenses, and embracing more inclusive, authentic, and effective ways of supporting well-being. Topics might range from unpacking biases within therapeutic frameworks to exploring how we can adapt practices to honor diverse identities and life experiences.

Perfect for therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about rethinking mental health, Lunch and Unlearn offers a unique space to question, connect, and grow.

Between The Lines: Gen Z Unplugged

an 8-week group Where music meets mental health.

Session 1 -- April 12th, 2025

“Running Through the Pressure”

(Inspired by “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush)

Navigating the weight of societal expectations and finding your path.

This 8-week group is designed to create a safe, empowering, and creative space for Gen Z individuals, with a focus on women, to explore mental health, self-discovery, and resilience through the lens of music. Each week, we’ll use modern pop, hip-hop, and alternative songs as a springboard for discussions, reflections, and activities that address the unique pressures of being Gen Z — from societal expectations and identity struggles to burnout and self-acceptance.

Together, we’ll build a supportive community where vulnerability is celebrated, growth is nurtured, and music is our guide.

📅 Starting Saturday, April 12th
⏰ 10 AM - 11:30 AM
📍 The Process Wellness Collective
💸 Payment options below based on if you want to commit to a single session or all eight*
👩🏼‍💻 Led by Makayla Allen, LMFT

*This is an open group, which means you can drop in to each one individually, or attend them all.

This registration is for Session 1: “Running Through the Pressure” (Inspired by “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush) — Navigating the weight of societal expectations and finding your path or for the full 8-week pass. View the full itinerary HERE.

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How it works:

8 Weeks = 8 Unique Sessions

Each session is like a single-day festival pass—come to one, some, or all!

Sessions don’t build on each other

So, you can drop in whenever the vibe feels right.  

Your Playlist, Your Way

Mix and match your sessions like crafting the perfect festival lineup.  

Pricing Options:

- Single Session Pass: Drop in for just one week.  

- Full Festival Pass: Commit to all 8 weeks and save!  

Lunch & Unlearn Vol. 2 —
“Yeah, I’m culturally competent. I finished all of those CEUs for the year.”

Cultural Competency vs. Cultural Humility: Beyond checklists. Beyond CEUs. Beyond performative allyship.

An essential conversation on cultural humility—a lifelong practice of self-reflection, learning, and unlearning. While cultural competency implies mastery, cultural humility acknowledges that true understanding is an ongoing process, not a destination.

Join us for the second gathering of Lunch and Unlearn, a refreshing, thought-provoking series led by Dr. Sahar Martinez, founder of The Process Wellness Collective. In each session, Dr. Martinez will guide us through important discussions on the deeply ingrained beliefs and practices within the therapy space that we might want to reconsider—or even unlearn.

This series is dedicated to challenging outdated assumptions, examining common therapeutic practices through new lenses, and embracing more inclusive, authentic, and effective ways of supporting well-being. Topics might range from unpacking biases within therapeutic frameworks to exploring how we can adapt practices to honor diverse identities and life experiences.

Perfect for therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about rethinking mental health, Lunch and Unlearn offers a unique space to question, connect, and grow.

Max attendance: 25

Lunch & Unlearn Vol. 1 —
“You’ll never make it in private practice.”

The Business of Being an MFT: Let’s dispel the myth that private practice is just a side hustle or passion project. Explore what it truly means to build and sustain a thriving practice while staying grounded in your values.

Join us for the first gathering of Lunch and Unlearn, a refreshing, thought-provoking series led by Dr. Sahar Martinez, founder of The Process Wellness Collective. In each session, Dr. Martinez will guide us through important discussions on the deeply ingrained beliefs and practices within the therapy space that we might want to reconsider—or even unlearn.

Monday, January 13th | 12pm | Virtual

This series is dedicated to challenging outdated assumptions, examining common therapeutic practices through new lenses, and embracing more inclusive, authentic, and effective ways of supporting well-being. Topics might range from unpacking biases within therapeutic frameworks to exploring how we can adapt practices to honor diverse identities and life experiences.

Perfect for therapists, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about rethinking mental health, Lunch and Unlearn offers a unique space to question, connect, and grow.

We will release February’s Lunch and Unlearn in January. Please check back to join us for the next one, or
JOIN THE WAITLIST to receive exclusive access to sign up one day earlier than the general public.

Join our founder, Dr. Sahar Martinez, for a workshop and collaborative discussion exploring private practice, marketing, building community, and diversifying income as a therapist. This will be held in person at The Process Wellness Collective in Orange County, CA.

Therapists at all stages welcome!

Space is limited to ensure an intimate space for exploring the process of our work collaboratively.

Discussion Panel for Mental Health Awareness Month

Cost: Free

When: 6-8pm; Thursday, May 30th

Where: Cafeina Cafe, 4011 46th St., San Diego, CA, 92105

Four local, San Diego therapists will gather to discuss some of the most commonly asked questions regarding therapy and mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. If you're interested in learning more about mental health, therapy or have been considering therapy but don't know where to start, we invite you to join us! 

Panelists:

Mitzy D. Ruelas (She/Her/Hers)-- Associate Marriage & Family Therapist at The Process Wellness Collective

Brianna Codallos (She/Her/Hers)-- Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at Inhale Exhale Psychotherapy

Sam Guntner (He/Him/His) -- Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist at PsyNamic Counseling and Psychological Services

Xaime Aceves Equihua ((He, Him, El, She, Her, Ella, They, Them, Elle)-- Associate Professional Clinical Counselor at Alba Center for Marriage and Family Therapy

This is a free offering, but we do ask that you RSVP below so we have an idea of attendance ahead of time. Thank you!

*15 people max

See you there!

$55.00

When: 4 PM ; April 19th, 2024

Where: The Process Wellness Collective, Irvine, CA.

(Address will be emailed to participants in the days leading up to event)

Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to elevate your practice or an emerging therapist seeking to establish a strong foundation, this is an invitation to connect with fellow therapists to weave a narrative that precisely reflects your journey, values, and inner voice.

This workshop provides a safe space where vulnerability is celebrated. Through guided exercises and hands-on activities, discover the strength that lies in authenticity, as we break down the walls that may hinder your genuine connection with potential clients.

This isn't a one-size-fits-all workshop, it's intimate with a limited number of attendees to ensure you feel supported.

• Connect with fellow therapists in a meaningful way: Share experiences, learn from each other, and foster a supportive network that extends beyond the workshop. Together, we'll create a community where authenticity thrives.

• Uncover Your Therapeutic Palette: In the cozy ambiance of our intimate gathering, we will delve into the essence of who you are as a therapist. Through reflective exercises and thoughtful discussions, we'll unlock the colors that make up your unique professional palette.

• Create a Heartfelt Narrative: Crafting your professional identity is not just about logos and websites – it's about storytelling. Together, we'll weave a narrative that authentically reflects your journey, values, and the genuine passion that fuels your therapeutic practice.

• Embrace Vulnerability as Strength: Our workshop is a safe space where vulnerability is celebrated. Through guided exercises, discover the strength that lies in authenticity, as we break down the walls that may hinder your genuine connection with clients.

Join us as we discuss our monthly book club selection! Led by our resident bibliophile, Danielle Espinosa, AMFT.

Our book club meets virtually every month, led by Danielle Espinosa, AMFT (she/they). An hour-long community discussion about our featured reading, providing a space to connect with like-minded folks. Space is limited, register below.

This month we’ll be discussing Jessica Dore’s ‘Tarot for Change.’ We look forward to diving into this month’s pick with you!

Join us on June 30th to discuss our June book club selection, The State of Affairs by Esther Perel. Click below to register!

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Join The Process team at OC Pride! We will be providing pro bono gender affirming letters to the community. To learn more about OC Pride, click here

Our book club meets virtually every month, led by Danielle Espinosa, AMFT (she/they). An hour-long community discussion about our featured reading, providing a space to connect with like-minded folks. Space is limited, register below.