NACN CLINICIANS:
NEW YORK
DR. DAN HOEFLING
Dan began his journey as a mental health professional working at the largest non-for-profit community mental health clinic in Washington, DC. He was inspired by the resilience and strength of the clients that sought services, who often struggled with a variety of issues related to serious mental illness, poverty, homelessness, trauma, and addiction while also often marginalized by society.
It was there where he received training to facilitate Men's Trauma groups to not only facilitate groups for men who have been exposed to violence, but also create a space for men to discuss their concerns and issues in a society that teaches men to minimize their emotions.
Since, Dan has been focused on using his experience from completing 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training to bring mindfulness and create space for people in exploring their feelings, thoughts, and actions. We often are doing the best we can at the time. When we have that safe space to process these interrelated experiences, we can begin to find connections and themes. As our awareness increases, we can find ways to develop plans and other methods to the moment for whatever life sends our way.
NACN CLINICIANS:
NEW YORK
DAN HOEFLING
Dan began his journey as a mental health professional working at the largest non-for-profit community mental health clinic in Washington, DC. He was inspired by the resilience and strength of the clients that sought services, who often struggled with a variety of issues related to serious mental illness, poverty, homelessness, trauma, and addiction while also often marginalized by society.
It was there where he received training to facilitate Men's Trauma groups to not only facilitate groups for men who have been exposed to violence, but also create a space for men to discuss their concerns and issues in a society that teaches men to minimize their emotions.
Since, Dan has been focused on using his experience from completing 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training to bring mindfulness and create space for people in exploring their feelings, thoughts, and actions. We often are doing the best we can at the time. When we have that safe space to process these interrelated experiences, we can begin to find connections and themes. As our awareness increases, we can find ways to develop plans and other methods to the moment for whatever life sends our way.
MONIQUE M. RUSSELL
Monique M. Russell earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University in Atlanta, GA and her Master of Social Work degree from Stony Brook University, in Stony Brook, NY. She is currently licensed as a Master Social Worker in the State of New York. Monique has strong knowledge of Crisis Intervention and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In the current climate, Monique is committed to those who are putting their lives on the line during these times. With a focus on health and wholeness, she is committed to supporting the movement by ensuring that the persons on the front lines have to ability to process the trauma in real time by providing a safe space, allowing them return to the fight strengthened and rejuvenated.