October 29th, 2025
2:00pm - 3:30pm
200 W. Front St.
Room 324
(Third Floor)
Bloomington, IL 61701
Description:
This training challenges therapists to fundamentally rethink traditional therapeutic models when working with clients whose conditions persist over time. This comprehensive training covers essential adaptations in assessment, intervention, and the therapeutic relationship while addressing medical trauma, grief that doesn't follow stages, and the unique psychological landscape of invisible illness. Learn how to work effectively with clients when progress isn't linear, energy is limited, and healing means building a meaningful life within limitations rather than returning to a previous state.
Presenter Info:
Jenn Bovee, LCSW, CRADC, CCTP-II, CCHt, EMDRIA Certified Therapist & EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Jenn Bovee is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of The Mental Wellness Center, Inc. in Central Illinois, a group practice dedicated to trauma-informed and inclusive mental health care. She is EMDRIA Certified and an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, with advanced training in AEDP, complex trauma, dissociation, and somatic approaches.
With more than two decades of clinical experience, Jenn specializes in working with individuals living with chronic illness, chronic pain, and complex trauma. Her expertise focuses on adapting EMDR and other evidence-based modalities to support clients who often feel overlooked or misunderstood in traditional treatment.
Jenn is also the author of several books, including The Neurodivergent Advantage, Soaring with Chronic Illness, and How to Learn to Love Yourself. In addition to her clinical work, she provides advanced training and consultation for clinicians, helping them deepen their skills in treating dissociation, shame, and chronic illness while building affirming, sustainable practices.
Housekeeping:
Space is limited and registration is required for data tracking.
Parking at the Health Department is limited, so please give yourself enough time to travel. Below is a map of the parking options near the Health Department (Gold Start).
Contact Event Coordinator, Samantha Herrell at mcbhc@mcleancountyil.gov wth any comments, concerns, or questions.