Elements of Motivation

09/04/2026

7 DAYS TO GO.

There’s something pretty remarkable about seeing all 13 of these presenters together.

In just one week, they’ll be gathering in Las Vegas for two days of learning, conversation, and connection.

Among them are authors, therapists, teachers, coaches, and longtime Enneagram practitioners, each bringing the Enneagram into a different part of life.

Relationships. Money. Emotional patterns. Shadow work. Parts work. Qigong. The stories we tell ourselves. The next generation. And more.

But one of the things we're most looking forward to isn't just the individual sessions.

It's what happens when you bring all of these people and everyone attending into the same room.

There will be breakout sessions, two presenter panels, conversations over breakfast and lunch, questions, book signings, and a Friday cocktail reception.

One week from today, it begins.

13 presenters. Two days. One incredible Gathering.

September 11–12 | South Point Hotel & Casino
Breakfast + lunch both days | Friday cocktail reception
$200

See the full agenda + reserve your seat enneagramlasvegas.com

Agenda, presenters, session times, topics, and locations are subject to change.

08/19/2026

Elements of Motivation is excited to be nominated for Best Mental Health Clinic in the 2026 Best of Las Vegas! 💜🏆

We would LOVE your support!

🗳️ Vote once a day through September 10th!
Go to www.votebolv.com and select:

Health & Wellness → Mental Health Clinic → Elements of Motivation

You can vote once per day on each device, so don’t forget your phone, computer, and tablet! 😋

And please share this post or send the voting link to your family and friends. Every vote helps!

We are so grateful for our amazing EOM team, our clients, and the Las Vegas community for continuing to support us. 💜💚

Let’s bring home Best of Las Vegas! 🏆

08/02/2026

07/19/2026

I wish I had known this when I lost my son... ❤️‍🩹

Maybe it can help someone else now.

"This idea was presented in the article “Can playing Tetris help prevent PTSD if you’ve witnessed something traumatic?”(Bressington & Mitchell, 2024). It seems to have first been proposed in 2009 by Oxford University psychologists. They suggest that playing a visuospatial game like “Tetris”, within 30 minutes after a traumatic event may disrupt the formation of sight and sound memories related to the traumatic event. This is because trauma flashbacks are sensory-perceptual, visuospatial mental images. Therefore, when a visuospatial game like “Tetris” is played within the time usually reserved for memory consolidation, it fights for the brain’s resources and leads to reduced flashbacks (Holmes et al., 2009).

While this research was done over a decade ago, more recent research has also shown success in using “Tetris” to prevent PTSD flashbacks as well as potentially reducing depression and anxiety in combat veterans (Butler et al., 2020). Additionally, in a randomized controlled trial, “Tetris” was found to be an effective intervention to reduce intrusive memories overall and lead to declined intrusive memories for emergency department patients who had experienced motor vehicle crashes. Patients found this intervention easy, helpful, and minimally distressing (Iyadurai et al., 2018). Another study suggested the use of “Tetris” and other verbal word games to reduce intrusive memories (Hagenaars et al., 2017)."

07/15/2026

🎉 Today is the first day of MATCH training at Elements of Motivation!

We are excited that our team of therapists is beginning training in the Modular Approach to Therapy for Children (MATCH), an evidence-based treatment designed for children and teens ages 6–17.

MATCH helps clinicians tailor treatment to each child’s unique needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. It integrates research-supported strategies for:
🧩 Anxiety
💙 Depression
🌱 Trauma
💥 Conduct and behavioral challenges

This flexible model allows therapists to adjust treatment as children grow and their needs change, helping families receive care that is both effective and individualized.

We are honored that Elements of Motivation was selected to bring this innovative training to our community. Investing in our clinicians means investing in better care for the children and families we serve.

Please join us in cheering on our amazing therapists as they begin this exciting journey! We can’t wait to put these new skills into practice and continue expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care in Southern Nevada. 💜

07/11/2026

Why do people react so differently to the same situation?

The Enneagram is a powerful framework for understanding the motivations, patterns, and perspectives that shape how we think, communicate, make decisions, and relate to others.

Join Dr. Steve Purdom for an engaging Introduction to the Enneagram, where you'll explore the nine personality types and discover how this system can help you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and support your personal growth.

Whether you're simply curious or looking for a fresh perspective on yourself and the people around you, this workshop is the perfect place to begin.

Workshop: 11:00 AM–1:00 PMComplimentary Lunch: 1:00 PM–2:00 PMLocation: Maggiano's Little Italy at Fashion Show Mall

The workshop and lunch are complimentary, courtesy of Enneagram Las Vegas.

Know someone who might enjoy learning about the Enneagram? We would love to welcome them! Please share this flyer with friends, family, or colleagues who may be interested. Our community continues to grow, and we look forward to meeting new faces! Kindly RSVP to [email protected]

07/11/2026

07/09/2026

Most types of therapy let clients know that things can get tougher before they improve. This is a common and honest part of how many approaches work.
ART works a bit differently. Many clients say they feel better after working through their hardest experiences, sometimes even after the first session. This often surprises people and leads them to wonder: if it works so quickly, how deep is the change?
The key is what ART changes. This therapy focuses on the distressing images and feelings connected to a memory, not the details of what happened. When those change, the body’s threat response changes too. The nervous system can finally relax. Relief comes quickly because ART works where the distress is actually stored, not just on the surface.
Find an ART-trained therapist at ARTworksnow.com

07/01/2026

🪄 Congratulations to another incredible group of newly trained Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) clinicians!

Welcome to the growing community of ARTicians who are helping clients find healing from trauma, anxiety, grief, phobias, OCD, and so much more. It was an honor to spend the weekend learning and growing with each of you. I can’t wait to see the lives you’ll impact. 💜

One of my favorite parts of every training is watching clinicians experience just how powerful and practical ART can be. It’s always exciting to know that when everyone heads home, dozens more clients across our communities will have access to this life-changing approach.

✨ Ready to learn ART?

Our upcoming ART Basic Trainings are:

September 18–20, 2026
December 4–6, 2026
📍 Las Vegas

🎓 Open to licensed mental health professionals and clinical interns.

If you’ve been looking for a trauma-focused therapy that is structured, evidence-based, and often helps clients experience meaningful relief in just a few sessions, I’d love to have you join us.

Many clinicians tell me this is one of the most impactful and immediately applicable trainings they’ve attended.

Seats are limited and tend to fill well in advance.

📩 Send me a message or comment with your email address, and I’ll send you all the details!