SEPT. 1—FREE—St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center Clinical Breakfast Series. 8:00-9:00 a.m. Chris Gurule, BS, OTR/L presents "Stimulating the Minds of Our Older Population." Behavioral Health Center Auditorium, 1800 E. Van Buren. Free CEU. Breakfast, networking. Chip Coffey, 602-251-8799. pcoffey@iasishealthcare.com.

Sept. 1 – 5—Tucson—Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT®) Training for professional therapists, presented by IITAP/hosted by Sierra Tucson at Sierra Tucson and Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort. Training Facilitators: Patrick J. Carnes, Ph.D.; Kenneth M. Adams, Ph.D., CSAT; and Tami VerHelst, Vice President, IITAP. For information and registration, visit www.SierraTucson.com.

Sept. 3 – 5—2010 Arizona State Convention, Practicing AA Principles. Sheraton Crescent Hotel, 2620 W. Dunlap, Phoenix. For details 480-215-7956, email conventionchair@area03.org.

Sept. 8—Phoenix—"The Enneagram and 9 Points of View Toward Recovery" by Renee Siegel, M.A., LISAC, NCGC-II, BACC, LMT, 8 - 10 a.m. at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort. Professionals are invited to the Phoenix Area Professionals’ Networking Breakfast, sponsored by Sierra Tucson Pia’s Place, and Prescott House. 2.0 contact hours $15 pre-registration requested ($25 at door). For information/registration, www.SierraTucson.com.

Sept. 9—Tucson—"Incorporating Spirituality into Treatment," by Denise C. Hausler, M.C., LPC, 8 - 10 a.m. Arizona Inn. Tucson Area Professionals’ Networking Breakfast, sponsored by Sierra Tucson, Pia’s Place, and Prescott House. 2.0 contact hours. $15 pre-registration requested ($25 at the door, cash or check). For information/registration, www.SierraTucson.com.

Sept. 10—Flagstaff —"Retrieving the Missing Pieces: A Cross-Cultural Approach to Memory Fragmentation," by Sarah Jenkins, LPC, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The Little America Hotel. Flagstaff Professional Development Luncheon, sponsored by Sierra Tucson. 2.0 CECs available. Sponsored by Sierra Tucson. Sierra Tucson is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists; Sierra Tucson maintains responsibility for this program and its content. $15 pre-registration by September 2, ($25 at door, cash or check). For information/registration, www.SierraTucson.com.

Sept. 14—Scottsdale—PCS Professional Luncheon, "Introduction to Dialetical Behavioral Therapy. " Guest speaker Stacy Hall, MC, LPC, NCC. RSVP to pcsearle.com or call 480-947-5739. Seating is limited.

Sept. 18 - Tucson—10am-12pm. Caritas Center for Healing, 330 E. 16th Street. "Soaring Above Co-Addiction Workshop." If you have a loved one suffering with addiction you can’t afford to miss this opportunity to move forward and begin to heal your family. $30. Materials provided. Contact Lisa at info@soaringabovecoaddiction.com or call 520-339-2985

Sept. 20-24 – Tucson – Cottonwood de Tucson —InnerPath Beginnings & Beyond Retreat. This five-day intensive retreat is tailored to meet the needs of those individuals who want to make healthy changes in their lives. Facilitated by Rokelle Lerner. Visit www.cottonwoodtucson.com or call Jana at 520-743-2141. Email: jzeff@cottonwoodtucson.com for information and registration.

SEPT. 27—7:00-8:30 p.m. 2010 Free lecture series. The Meadows presents— "TRAUMA AND THE CHALLENGE OF SEXUAL ADDICTION" with Taruno Steffensen, SEP, ICADAC,. For information: Meagan Foxx, email: mfoxx@themeadows.com or call 866-633-5533/ 602-531-5320.

Looking Ahead

Dec. 10—Phoenix—"Gratitude for Giving" Celebration, 8:30 a.m. Arizona Biltmore. Join us in honoring professionals in the Phoenix area for their years of giving to others. Visit www.SierraTucson.com for more nomination/registration information.

On Going Support

Pathway presents CHOICES. Teen workshop/support group, activities night open to all teens ages 12 to 21. Opportunity to hear from other teens and connect throughout the school year. 480-921-4050 or email: zeebies@msn.com. Gilbert location.

Women’s Life Issues Group—For women struggling with life issues related to their spouse’s sexual addiction and resulting trauma. Facilitated by Jacqueline Scorza, MC, LAC (Under the supervision of Raymond Branton, Psy.D) and Jennifer Smithson, M.ED., NCC, LPC. Mondays 7-8:30 p.m. Ongoing basis to new group members. Jacqueline or Jennifer 480-730-6222.

ROADMAP to LIFELONG SOBRIETY. For individuals who desire Relapse Prevention. Facilitated by Cristi A. Soiya, MAPC, LPC, LISAC, NCC. 10149 N. 92nd St. Ste. 103. Scottsdale. Ironwood Square Office Park $75 per group session. 602-989-2837. 6:00-7:30 p.m.

ACOA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) Thursdays, 7:00 p.m., North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, 11735 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale. Contact: John V. 602-403-7799

Families Anonymous—12-step program for family members of addicted individuals. Two locations: Phoenix and Scottsdale. For details call 800-736-9805.

Pills Anonymous—Tues: 7:00 p.m., Glendale Community Church of Joy, 21000 N. 75th Ave. Tuesday: 7:00 pm, Mesa- Open Discussion. St. Matthew United Methodist Church, 2540 W. Baseline Road Room B 14, Mesa. Jim 480-813-3406, Meggan 480-241-0897. Wed: 5:30 p.m. North Scottsdale Fellowship Club, Room 3, 10427 N. Scottsdale Road, Thurs: 7:30 p.m., Phoenix, Desert Christian Church Rm. D-2, 1445 W. Northern. Janice 602-909-8937.

Celebrate Recovery—Chandler Christian Church. Weekly Friday meetings 7 p.m. Room B-200. For men and women dealing with chemical or sexual addictions, co-dependency and other Hurts, Hang-ups and Habits. 1825 S. Alma School Rd. Chandler. 480-963-3997. Pastor Larry Daily, email: larrydaily@chandlercc.org.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Maricopa West Chapter announces peer support groups. A new Military and Vets group begins at the VA Hosptial. 480-593-4630.

Bridge to Recovery Support Group—For 18 or older whose lives have been touched by alcohol and drugs. Processing and Psycho-Educational. ADHD, Social Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Spirituality. Group Therapist: Cristi A. Soiya, MAPC, LISAC. Ironwood Square Office Park, 10149 N. 92nd St., Ste. 103, Scottsdale $25 per session. 602 989-2837.

SPANISH SPEAKING GA—448 W. Peoria Avenue, Suite 203, Glendale. Contact Sue, 602-956-4931.

Celebrate Recovery—City of Grace Mesa Campus, 655 E. University. Fridays, 6:00-10:00 p.m. Chapel Bldg. 7 BBQ, Fellowship, small groups. City of Grace Scottsdale Campus, 9610 E. Cactus Rd. Scottsdale. Tuesday’s 6:30-10:00 p.m. Linda Rinzel 480-464-3916.

Are sexual behaviors in and out of relationships causing you problems? Sex Addicts Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women recovering from addictive sexual behavior. Visit www.saa-phoenix.org 602-735-1681 or 520-745-0775 in Tucson.

Tempe Valley Hope Alumni Support Groups, Thursdays 6-7:00 p.m., 2115 E. Southern Ave. Phoenix. Tuesdays 8-9:00 p.m. , 3233 W. Peoria Ave. Ste. 203, Open to anyone in recovery.

Special Needs AA Meetings. Volunteers will call or visit those with chronic illness, injury who are homebound. Contact Cynthia SN/AC Coordinator 480-946-1384, email Mike at mphaes@mac.com

North Phoenix Visions of Hope Center—Recovery center for 18 or older enrolled in Magellan. Recreation, special events, peer support. 15044 N. Cave Creek Road #2. Phoenix. 602-404-1555

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group Open to adults with mental illness. Free. Tempe Choices, 1225 E. Broadway, Ste. 110, Tempe. Wed. 3:30-5:00 p.m. C.J. 480-420-2506, email: morr485@cox.net

Mental Health America of Arizona—Maricopa County-Peer Support Groups. No charge or registration requirement. 480-994-4407.

Overeaters Anonymous—Teen Meeting, Saturdays 4:00 p.m. 1219 E. Glendale Ave. #23 Phoenix. www.oaphoenix.org/ 602-234-1195.

Clutterers Anonymous—Thurs. 6:30 p.m. North Hills Church, 15025 N. 19th Ave, Rm F-103, Phoenix. 602-601-1414.

SLAA—Sex and Love Addict Anonymous is a twelve step oriented fellowship based on the model pioneered by AA. For meetings or to learn more call 602-337-7117.www.slaa-arizona.org

Food Addicts Anonymous—12 step group. www.Foodaddictsanonymous.org

GAM-ANON Meetings: Sun. 7:30 p.m. Desert Cross Lutheran Church, 8600 S. McClintock, Tempe. Mon. 7:30p.m., Cross in the Desert Church, 12835 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, Tues. 7:00 p.m, First Christian Church, 6750 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix, Tues. 7:15 p.m. Desert Cross Lutheran Church —Education Building, 8600 S. McClintock, Tempe, Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

DEBTORS ANONYMOUS—Mon., 7-8:00 p.m., St. Phillip’s Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave., Palo Verde Room. Thurs. 6-7:00 pm, University Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell, Rm. 2500. 520-570-7990, www.arizonada.org.

Sierra Tucson Alumni Support Group– Scottsdale 2^nd-4^th Tuesday of month, 6-7 p.m. Tucson 2^nd Sunday of month 6:30 p.m. For information www.SierraTucson.com (Alumni Resources, Alumni Support Groups) Tim McLeod at 1-866-638-1650.