Join us for two days of training and support with EBT clinicians and researchers. The venue for the annual meeting is a beautiful setting that inspires and excites. Our emphasis will be on experiential learning, collaborative workshops and emerging science and practice. The annual meeting is open to Certified Emotional Brain Training Providers and to health professionals and researchers who are new to EBT.

The EBT Annual Meeting is an important time for clinicians and researchers to exchange ideas, develop relationships and share their passion for EBT and this new paradigm in health care. Our goal is for the method to be evidence-based by 2020, so the conference has been developed to stimulate, inspire and train professionals in concepts and skills through a variety of training experiences:

• Research Progress: Methods and results from the previous year's research, and a discussion of how these findings inform research and clinical practice.
• Science Updates: Scientific updates with an emphasis on interaction among EBT Providers, discussing clinical implications and controversies. Speak with core faculty from certification courses.
• Insights and Innovations from EBT Providers: Brief presentations from EBT Providers about novel uses of EBT for prevention and EBT education of high-risk populations.
• EBT Clinical Skills Intensives: Small cluster group working sessions for specific clinical techniques with support from an EBT Master Trainer. Strengthen your clinical skills and deepen your professional relationships.
• Practice-based Research Group Sessions: Choose two of four interest groups to share perspectives and contribute to practice-based research directly or indirectly: obesity, depression, PTSD or pregnancy.
• Natural Pleasures Workshops: Presentations on the evidence base of innovative strategies, brain-based rationale for use, experiential learning and micro-skills to integrate into your group training.

Clinical Cluster Group: Spiraling Up Workshop
Master Trainers and Providers

10:30 am

Participants will be able to:

• Discuss the most recent research findings on EBT.
• Identify an interest area, and collaborate with colleagues on applications to EBT.
• Discuss three clinical innovations in EBT to apply to their clinical practice.

Continuing education credit 12 hours (APA, ADA NBCC)

* sumptuous buffets for breakfast and lunch food and beverages for Thursday and Friday.

Registration and Cancellation Policies

The registration fee includes all activities shown on the schedule. Please consult your airline and the hotel about their cancellation policies. The annual registration fee is 50% refundable if your cancellation is received no later 10 days prior to the sessions. Cancellations will not result in a fee credit toward other products or services.

Lodging and Food

We highly recommend that you consider staying at Cavallo Point. Public transportation is available from the airports and the beauty of the setting will be an inspiration to you as you participate in the conference. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience a unique venue that is at the site of the annual meeting at rates that are comparable to ordinary accommodations that are at a distance from the annual meeting site.

All conference attendance includes the Cavallo Point Meeting Meal Package as this the sumptuous meals are served buffet style, and they are arranged for as part of the meeting contract. The menus accommodate a wide range of food preferences and needs, including both vegan and hunter-gatherer. The meal package is provided at a rate that is reduced compared to the rates normally charged at the facility for individual purchase. If you choose not to partake of the Cavallo Point Buffet, there will be no credit or refund for meals that were not consumed. The meals at Cavallo Point are both bountiful and delicious.

The Cavallo Point Lodge special rates have been granted to the Institute because of the relationship between stress in the brain and environmental concerns. We encourage you to honor the need for environmental sensitivity and activism as you enjoy this special venue. Go for a hike, stroll by the Bay, and enjoy solo time, family time or time with other EBT clinicians and researchers.

Mary Charlson, MD, William Foley Professor of Medicine, Chief of General Internal Medicine, Weil Cornell Medical College

Pat Dul, RN, MSN, NP, Veteran's Administration, Primary Care, EBT Provider

Lynda Frassetto, MD, Heath Sciences Clinical Professor, University of California, San Francisco

Dave Ingebritsen, PhD, Master Trainer, Emotional Brain Training, Director, Behavioral Health, Benewah Medical Center, Spokane

Denice Keepin, LMHC, EBT Trainer, Psychotherapist, Seattle

Gwen McBride, RN, Psychiatric Nursing, Salem, Virginia, EBT Provider.

Laurel Mellin, PhD, Associate Professor of Family and Community Medicine, University of California, San Francisco, Founder EBT

Igor Mitrovic, MD, Professor, Department of Physiology, Director, Professional School Education, University of California, San Francisco, EBT Scientific Director, EBT

Katherine Morningstar-Simon, PhD, EBT Provider, Psychotherapist, Friday Harbor, Washington

Cynthia Moore, MS, RD, CDE, Nutrition and Wellness, University of Virginia

Bill Mory, EdS, LPC, LMFT, EBT Provider, Psychotherapist, North Texas

JoAnne Saxe, RN, DNP, ANP Clinical Professor, School of Nursing, University of California, San Francisco

Martha Shumway, PhD, Associate Professor in Residence, Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco

Anna Spielvogel, MD, PhD, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco

Deirdre Taylor, MA, Chair, EBT Board of Directors, Consultant in Communications and Leadership

Arinn Testa, PsyD, Director of Clinical Research, Emotional Brain Training

Judy Zehr, LPC, MHRM, Master Trainer, Emotional Brain Training, Licensed Professional Counselor, Portland, Oregon

Accommodations

This year's meeting will be held at Cavallo Point, a San Francisco luxury hotel at Fort Baker, California in the Golden Gate National Park. This venue was named "One of the Top 10 New American Landmarks."/p>

We encourage you to come early, stay late and enjoy the beauty of nature and the playground right on San Francisco Bay. You are welcome to bring your partner, your spouse, your child, a relative or a friend to stay with you and share the wealth of nature's bounty. Enjoy the spa, hikes, yoga, and the food served to meeting participants during the sessions and the accommodations at greatly reduced rates. There is plenty of access to nearby Sausalito, Mill Valley, San Francisco, and a fabulous restaurant on site for non-conference attendees.

Hotel rates for EBT Annual Meeting Participants

The hotel is holding a block of rooms for EBT, however, these rooms are limited. To receive these special rates, please call 415-339-4700. Ask for registration and indicate that you are attending the EBT Annual Meeting and would like EBT Special Rates.

If you would like to share a room with another EBT Provider, contact a colleague or share let us know that you would like to find a compatible roommate and we will help you find one. Just contact the EBT Support Team (support@ebt.org - 800-441-2054)

Accommodations include access to additional services:

Yoga - Complimentary Yoga in the Mission Blue Chapel

Spa - Complimentary access to the Spa, which has a heated, outdoor meditation pool, fireplace with dancing flames, beautiful garden for stretching and a tea bar. Also, schedule a range of spa treatments (additional fees apply).

Easy Access to Spectacular Hikes - Hiking options are breathtaking and complimentary, although guided hikes can be arranged by speaking to the Concierge. We have two scheduled activities (just ask the Concierge) for Thursday, March 21, 2013.

Kirby Cove Hike - Thursday 2:00 p.m.
Kirby Cove nestles at the foot of the Marin Headlands just west of the Golden Gate. From Ft. Baker, the hike up Conzelman Rd. and down through a grove of cypress, eucalyptus and pine to the beach takes a little over an hour or so. At the cove, you will find a pristine wedge of course-sand beach with a fabulous view of the Golden Gate Bridge and northern San Francisco-and you might even spy a whale! Distance: 4.5 miles round trip Time: Approximately 2 hours (roundtrip) Difficulty: Low moderate Meet in the lobby of the lodge. This is self-guided and FREE and informal. Meet at the Lodge at 2 p.m., if you plan to participate. Guided hikes are also available. Fees apply. If you have questions or would like to schedule a guided hike, please email nancy@cavallooint.com

Sausalito Scenic Paddle - Thursday 1:00 p.m.
This is not to be missed. It is relaxing, inspiring, meditative experience. Enjoy the natural pleasure of gliding across the water, catch sight of a few sea lions and seals, and soak in perfect views of Angel Island. Duration 3 hours, including quick kayak instruction, and two hour out on the Bay with a experienced guide. Choose a single or double kayak, please wear loose, comfortable clothing, if you need any additional more gear, they will provide it. The price is $85/person plus taxi fare (approximately $15) Reservations: nancy@cavallopoint.com

Tiburon Cycling Tour - Thursday or Sunday
2.5 hour Cycling Tour If Tiburon, with vistas of Mill Valley, Sausalito, the Bay, the residential life go through Mill Valley, with a guide Go about 25 miles, and walking. $150 including bike, guide, and tour. Moderate shape needed, but few hills. People love this and say it was very stimulating, refreshing and love being outside with gorgeous views. Reservations: nancy@cavallopoint.com

Town Cars or Taxies - about $65-$75 one way, attendees are encouraged to share to reduce the cost. If attendees need town cars or taxies to SFO or OAK, recommended (2) hour notice prior to departure time to the front desk or concierge. Fare is paid directly to the driver by cash or credit card.

Marin Airporter - Shuttle Service to and from SFO to Marin (Spencer Ave.). Please see website for more information http://www.marinairporter.com. No reservations are needed. From SFO to Cavallo Point - Busses pick up every 30 minutes, on the hour and half-hour, From Cavallo Point to SFO - Busses pick up at Spencer Avenue every 30 minutes,10 and 40 minutes past the hour from 4:10 AM until 11:10 PM. Once on the Golden Gate Bridge, please call Cavallo Point Front Desk at 415-339-4700 for a Shuttle pick-up from Spencer Avenue to Cavallo Point. The trip to and from SFO takes a minimum of 50 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. One-way fare is $20.00 per adult. The fare is paid directly to the driver of the bus by Cash, Marin Airporter does not accept payment by credit card.

San Francisco Ferry - $8.25 one way adult fare, pick-up Ferry at the Ferry Building in San Francisco and drop off at Ferry Landing in Sausalito, see website for schedule and additional information: http://goldengateferry.org/schedules/Sausalito.php

Driving Instructions - Please see Cavallo Point website for driving directions: http://www.cavallopoint.com/directions.html

Alternate Hotel

The fees for this hotel are approximately the same as the Cavallo Point discount rate, and do not offer the luxurious accommodations and on site access to the conference and the Marin Headlands.

Holiday Inn Express in Mill Valley
160 Shoreline Highway
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Phone: 415-332-5700
Toll Free: 800-258-3894
Fax: 415-331-1859
$179/night

Dinner options at Cavallo Point include Murray Circle Restaurant and Farley Bar. If you would like to take a taxi a little farther away, we recommend the following restaurants and advise you to call for reservations. All sites are about 20 minutes from the lodge except Greens, which is about 30 minutes away.

Scoma's of Sausalito in downtown Sausalito This casual spot overlooks San Francisco Bay and served great food. 415-332-9551-

Sushi Ran in downtown Sausalito voted #2 restaurant in Sausalito and best sushi in Marin 415-332-3620.

Piatti in Mill Valley overlooks Richardson Bay and serves California Italian cuisine using local and organic ingredients. 415-380-2525.

d'Angelos in Mill Valley offers a casual, homey atmosphere and home-style Italian food. 415-388-2000. Check out the Depot Bookstore across the street.

Ferry to San Francisco for Dinner

Take the Sausalito Ferry or a cab to San Francisco. Some favorite SF restaurants are:

Tadich's Grill - No reservations and typically about a 30-minute wait. This restaurant, built in 1849 and the oldest restaurant in California, is famous for its seafood cioppino. It's a 10-minute walk from the ferry and a very special experience. Prices are in the $31-40 range. 240 California St. 415-391-1849.

Chaya - Upscale French Japanese fusion cuisine and sushi. Known for wonderful views of the Bay Bridge lights and a modern environment. Prices are $40 and up. Very close to the ferry. 132 Embarcadero between Mission and Howard Street. 415-777-8688.

Palomino - European bistro featuring pasta, steaks, seafood and brick-oven pizza. Incredible atmosphere with nearly every seat in the house with a view of the Bay and Bay Bridge. Prices are $40 and up. 345 Spear Street. Just a few blocks from the Embarcadero. 415-512-7400

Greens - At Ft. Mason in San Francisco overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and serving gourmet vegan cuisine, run by the San Francisco Zen Center. Fifteen-minute cab ride. In historic Fort Mason. 415-771-6222.