Join us for LADN's Caregiver Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy! 

We welcome all dysautonomia caregivers (parents, spouses, friends, family, etc.) living in California to attend. The caregiver group is a space for open and supportive discussion related to caring for an individual with dysautonomia. We ask that patients please utilize our other offerings instead of attending this group. Patients are welcome at the monthly support group that typically occurs on the 4th Saturday of the month.

Date: Monday, May 4th, 2025

Time: 1:00-2:00pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up through the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Come visit LADN’s booth at the Accessibility Resource Fair!

When: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 - 11:30AM - 3:30PM

Where: Pasadena City Hall Centennial Square

What: We're excited to exhibit at the A.R.F! 2026 Accessibility Resource Fair, hosted by Mobility Service Dogs! This amazing, FREE event is the place to celebrate functional independence and accessibility for all.

Experience a day of adventure, learning, and belonging—featuring a special performance by The Los Angeles Rollettes at 1:00 PM! 💃

Get ready for exciting, hands-on activities:

• 🐕 Meet Service Dog Teams & Pups-in-Training

• 🧗 Conquer the No Limit Wall with Mark Wellman

• 🚲 Try Hand-Pedal Tricycles and get Moving with Physical Therapists

• 🎨 Join Interactive Art Experiences for everyone

• 🏡 Explore Innovative Accessible Spaces

• 🍔 Enjoy Eats from Top Local Food Trucks Fat Boys and Sure Good Soft Serve Ice Cream

Workshops & Resources:

• FEMA & MobilityDog Workshop: EVACUATION READINESS & SAFETY FOR ALL

• 💡 Learn from Pushrim Foundation, Independence At Home SCAN Over 55, and more

• 🎙 Hear from Commissioners from LA County and Pasadena

• 📚 Explore resource tables with engaging, one-on-one conversations Easterseals, Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Hospital, MobilityDog’s Service Dogs, SCRL, Southern California Gas Company, and so much more…

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Saturday, April 25th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Save the date! LADN’s 2026 Unity in Community fundraiser event is Sunday, April 19th, 12-3pm in Pasadena!

Come celebrate connection, empowerment, and hope at Unity in Community, Los Angeles Dysautonomia Network's annual fundraising event that brings together supporters, patients, and caregivers in support of LADN’s life-changing work for Californians affected by dysautonomia. Last year was an unforgettable gathering, and this year will be even more special!

🌟 Highlights include 🌟

• Silent Auction: Bid on incredible items donated by local businesses and artisans. Our auction will open online on April 12th!

• Raffle: Try your luck at winning a variety of fun items and experiences!

• Guest Speakers: Inspiring talks from advocates, patients, medical experts, and community supporters.

• Entertainment for the Whole Family: Enjoy live music, face painting, tarot readings, kids' activities, & more!

• Tasty Burgers & Beverages: Savor delicious food from Pie 'n Burger's food truck! (Thank you Pie 'n Burger for donating 100% of sales to LADN!)

• LADN Canvas Tote Swag Bags are available for purchase with your ticket or at the event! 

• LADN Merch will be for sale at the event!

Together, we can ensure that those living with dysautonomia have the support and resources they need to best manage their health. Your presence supports LADN’s mission to provide community, education, and financial support to Californians impacted by this challenging and disabling health condition. The money raised helps to sustain LADN's operating costs associated with it's many programs, including support groups, patient education programs, wellness workshops, SickLit book club, LADN Links peer support program, and healthcare access grants to help low-income patients with medical expenses.

Let’s make April 19th an afternoon of hope, joy, and unity! Reserve your free tickets now! We can't wait to see you there!

Ways to get involved:

• Interested in sponsoring our event? View our sponsorship deck here!

• Interested in donating items to our auction & raffle? Shoot us an email!

• Interested in volunteering? Shoot us an email!

Event Accessibility: 

While we provide a brief overview of our event accessibility below, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions! We are committed to making this event accessible and are happy to work with guests to make attendance a success.

Event Access: Entrance is through a large driveway with a nearly flat slope and no steps to the festivities. Attendees are welcome to explore the gardens, which are only accessible via one to three steps depending on the direction. 

Restrooms: There will be two restroom options - an ADA accessible porta potty with hand-pump hand-washing station or a non-porta potty restroom that is accessible via a walk with a few steps through the garden or no steps via the street (however the room is not large enough to accommodate a wheelchair).

Parking: There is plenty of street parking available. If parking accessibility is a concern, please contact us in advance, and we will save you a parking spot close to the entrance.

Seating & Shade: The event is outside, and there will be a large number of seats available in shade provided by a large tent. We will also have a cooling section in the shade with seats, water, and ice.

Noise: Live music will be performed from approximately 12:20-1 and 2:10-2:50. We have chosen music with a softer sound with sensory issues in mind. It will not be amplified. Speeches will be reasonably amplified via microphone from about 1-1:40. We will be in a large outdoor space, so there should be quieter areas available as well.

Food: We are very pleased to have the Pie ‘N Burger food truck available! You can view their menu here. Their veggie patty is gluten-free and can be ordered with a lettuce wrap instead of a bun. If you are unable to enjoy Pie ‘N Burger’s offerings due to dietary needs, you may bring your own lunch.

Immunity: We ask that anyone experiencing contagious symptoms please refrain from attending our event, especially given the health of our LADN community. Thank you. The event is outside. Masks are not required but are available for anyone who requests them.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, April 16th, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for a virtual Mindful Movement Workshop on Thursday, April 9th, 2:00-3:00pm, with instructor Lian Norris!

About this workshop:

Lian will be teaching a 1 hr “mindful movement” class for the LADN community! The intention of this class is to provide a safe space for people to explore gentle movement, breath work, and mindfulness while in the comfort of their own homes! This class will utilize both a yoga mat (or any cushion/carpet/rug you may have at home!) and chair to provide various adaptations to fit individuals physical needs. Beginners are welcome! 

Optional Donation: 

This workshop is free for LADN members! However, if you are in a position to make a small donation to help cover the instructor fee for this workshop, we would greatly appreciate it! Donations can be made here!

Suggested items to bring to this workshop: (It’s ok if you don’t have everything!)

• Water/beverage as needed

• Yoga mat (or towel/rug/carpet/cushion)

• Yoga blocks (or throw pillows)

• Yoga blanket (or towel)

• Yoga strap (or towel/belt)

• Chair that doesn’t move -- preferably something light, like a folding chair you can move easily

Other tips: It may be beneficial to position your camera so Lian can see your whole body to be able to provide better individual guidance during the practice! (It is also totally fine if you prefer to have your camera off!)

About Lian:
Lian is a Los Angeles based yoga instructor and occupational therapist giving compassionate, inclusive, and holistic care to people of all ages, genders, and physical / cognitive abilities. Lian trained In Boston at Down Under School of Yoga. 

Lian specializes in lifestyle certified sensory enhanced trauma-informed yoga training and specializes in working with people with dysautonomia and related health conditions. Her goal is to meet others where they are in their journey of self-discovery. She is passionate about teaching the nourishing benefits of yoga to be applied on & off the mat!  

Reach Lian at youcanyogala@gmail.com or on her website, www.youcanyogala.com.

Disclaimer: By attending this workshop, you understand and acknowledge that the stretches and movements in this class may cause personal injury or exacerbation of symptoms, and you agree not to hold LADN liable for any harm caused by performing the recommended positions/stretches/movements.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Wednesday, March 11th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Caregiver Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy! 

We welcome all dysautonomia caregivers (parents, spouses, friends, family, etc.) living in California to attend. The caregiver group is a space for open and supportive discussion related to caring for an individual with dysautonomia. We ask that patients please utilize our other offerings instead of attending this group. Patients are welcome at the monthly support group that typically occurs on the 4th Saturday of the month.

Date: Monday, April 6th, 2025

Time: 1:00-2:00pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up through the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, April 2nd, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for a live webinar on “Navigating Work with a Disability: Hiring, Disclosure, & Accommodations” with the City of Pasadena Accessibility Coordinator Sara Goldman

When: Tuesday, March 31, 12:00-1:30pm PST

Where: Zoom! Be sure to sign up to receive the Zoom link.

What: The accessibility coordinator for the city of Pasadena, Sara Goldman, will be speaking about navigating work with a disability. This workshop will cover:

• Navigating the Hiring Process as a Job-Seeker with a Disability

  • Learn information about how job seekers with disabilities can best navigate the hiring process, including the decision of whether to disclose a disability.

• Talking to Employers about Disability: Legal and Practical Considerations

  • Tips to become more knowledgeable, comfortable, and effective in discussing a disability with a current or potential employer.

• Reasonable Accommodations

  • A basic overview of ADA provisions around reasonable accommodations in the workplace.

About Sara:

Sara Goldman, M.P.H., M.S.B.S., ADAC, is the Accessibility Coordinator for the City of Pasadena. Prior to serving as the City of Pasadena Accessibility Coordinator, Sara worked for the Pasadena Public Health Department in Emergency Preparedness, facilitating the City’s COVID-19 vaccination response. Through this experience, she saw firsthand the importance of integrating disability access and inclusion into City services and programs, leading her to the position for which she now serves.

Sara attended the University of Toledo where she obtained a Master of Public Health degree in epidemiology and a Master of Science in Biological Sciences, concentrating in Medical Sciences. She enjoys providing training to public and private entities in Pasadena regarding disability access and inclusion, fostering a community that is welcoming and accessible to all. In her free time, Sara likes to garden and read books when she isn’t chasing after her 1.5 year old son and two cats.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Saturday, March 28th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, March 26th, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

The LADN SickLit Book Club meets quarterly to discuss books that are either written by authors who have experience with chronic illness and disability or deal with those themes in their writing. By celebrating SickLit, our aim is to see shared experiences reflected in literature - both the challenges and the triumphs of life with illness. 

On Thursday, March 26th, 12:30-1:30pm, we will meet to discuss Weyward by Emilia Hart. You are welcome to attend whether you've read the book or not! We will send out a Zoom link to LADN members that week (please email us if you’d like to join LADN!).

The book is available in paperback, audible, and kindle from Amazon or your local bookseller (such as Skylight Books) and hopefully at your local library too! If you are unable to find it to lend and cannot afford a copy, please email us, and we'll help you get a copy!

Weyward Description:

“Three extraordinary women across five centuries - Kate, Altha, and Violet - discover their connection to witchcraft and natural magic while confronting personal struggles and societal constraints.

2019: Under cover of darkness, Kate flees London for ramshackle Weyward Cottage, inherited from a great-aunt she barely remembers. With its tumbling ivy and overgrown garden, the cottage is worlds away from the abusive partner who tormented Kate. But she suspects that her great-aunt had a secret. One that lurks in the bones of the cottage, hidden ever since the witch-hunts of the 17th century.

1619: Altha is awaiting trial for the murder of a local farmer who was stampeded to death by his herd. When Altha was a girl, her mother taught her their magic, a kind not rooted in spell casting but in a deep knowledge of the natural world. But unusual women have always been deemed dangerous, and as the evidence of witchcraft is laid out against Altha, she knows it will take all her powers to maintain her freedom.

1942: As World War II rages, Violet is trapped in her family's grand, crumbling estate. Straitjacketed by societal convention, she longs for the robust education her brother receives––and for her mother, long deceased, who was rumored to have gone mad before her death. The only traces Violet has of her are a locket bearing the initial W and the word weyward scratched into the baseboard of her bedroom.”

Join us for a relaxing, meditative sound bath with guide Gina Ammar!

Join us for a relaxing, meditative soundbath with guide Gina Ammar!

When: Saturday, March 14th, 3:30-5:30pm **The sound bath will take place from 4-5pm. Please arrive before 4pm!**

Where: We’ll be meeting indoors at an event space inside Red Hen Press. The address is: 1540 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103. There is a small parking lot at the building, as well as additional street parking along Lincoln Ave.

Things to bring: We will be sitting/lying on the ground during the soundbath-- please bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow, and/or whatever you need for a comfortable experience!

Food/Drink: We’ll be supplying light refreshments! Feel free to bring any other snacks/drinks that you’d like to share!

About Gina Ammar:

Gina Ammar is not just a holistic therapist; she’s a guide on your journey to wholeness. With a passion for integrating diverse knowledge into a cohesive therapy approach, Gina has dedicated her life to helping others achieve mindset mastery and overall wellness. Her own wellness journey inspired her to create Elevate Mindset Mastery, where she combines ancient wisdom, modern science, and spiritual guidance to help clients reset their minds, renew their bodies, and rejuvenate their souls.

At the heart of Gina’s practice is the belief that the mind isn't just in your head—it's woven throughout your entire body. This understanding unlocks the power of your whole system, transforming the way you live and achieve your goals. Gina’s approach focuses on present feelings and sensations to uncover root issues, allowing for deep, lasting change.

Join us for a virtual Mindful Movement Workshop on Thursday, March 12th, 2:00-3:00pm, with instructor Lian Norris!

About this workshop:

Lian will be teaching a 1 hr “mindful movement” class for the LADN community! The intention of this class is to provide a safe space for people to explore gentle movement, breath work, and mindfulness while in the comfort of their own homes! This class will utilize both a yoga mat (or any cushion/carpet/rug you may have at home!) and chair to provide various adaptations to fit individuals physical needs. Beginners are welcome! 

Optional Donation: 

This workshop is free for LADN members! However, if you are in a position to make a small donation to help cover the instructor fee for this workshop, we would greatly appreciate it! Donations can be made here!

Suggested items to bring to this workshop: (It’s ok if you don’t have everything!)

• Water/beverage as needed

• Yoga mat (or towel/rug/carpet/cushion)

• Yoga blocks (or throw pillows)

• Yoga blanket (or towel)

• Yoga strap (or towel/belt)

• Chair that doesn’t move -- preferably something light, like a folding chair you can move easily

Other tips: It may be beneficial to position your camera so Lian can see your whole body to be able to provide better individual guidance during the practice! (It is also totally fine if you prefer to have your camera off!)

About Lian:
Lian is a Los Angeles based yoga instructor and occupational therapist giving compassionate, inclusive, and holistic care to people of all ages, genders, and physical / cognitive abilities. Lian trained In Boston at Down Under School of Yoga. 

Lian specializes in lifestyle certified sensory enhanced trauma-informed yoga training and specializes in working with people with dysautonomia and related health conditions. Her goal is to meet others where they are in their journey of self-discovery. She is passionate about teaching the nourishing benefits of yoga to be applied on & off the mat!  

Reach Lian at youcanyogala@gmail.com or on her website, www.youcanyogala.com.

Disclaimer: By attending this workshop, you understand and acknowledge that the stretches and movements in this class may cause personal injury or exacerbation of symptoms, and you agree not to hold LADN liable for any harm caused by performing the recommended positions/stretches/movements.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Wednesday, March 11th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, March 5th, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for LADN's Caregiver Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy! 

We welcome all dysautonomia caregivers (parents, spouses, friends, family, etc.) living in California to attend. The caregiver group is a space for open and supportive discussion related to caring for an individual with dysautonomia. We ask that patients please utilize our other offerings instead of attending this group. Patients are welcome at the monthly support group that typically occurs on the 4th Saturday of the month.

Date: Monday, March 2nd, 2025

Time: 1:00-2:00pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up through the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Saturday, February 28th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, February 19th, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for a creative afternoon of acrylic painting with artist & LADN Outreach Director Emily Sunez! 

What: Emily will be leading us through a floral acrylic painting on canvas. There is NO prior painting experience needed, and she’ll lead you through the painting step by step! We’ll enjoy some electrolyte mocktails as we paint!

When: Sunday, February 15th, 1:00-3:30pm. **We’ll start painting promptly at 1pm, so please try to arrive on time!

Where: A private outdoor garden in Pasadena. You’ll receive the event address once you RSVP!

What to bring: Please bring an apron or smock, or wear clothes that you don't mind getting paint on! 

Supplies: We will provide all painting supplies (brushes, paint, canvas, easel), as well as a variety of electrolyte mocktail options.

Suggested donation: While our event is free, we kindly ask for a suggested donation of $30 to cover our materials cost.

About Emily: Emily is an oil painter (view her portfolio here!) and the illustrator/author of The Healing Journal: Guided Prompts & Inspiration for Life with Illness. She primarily paints landscapes and has exhibited her work in galleries across the state of California.

PLEASE RSVP by submitting this form if you plan on joining us! (If you end up not being able to make it please let us know, as we are purchasing supplies for the number of RSVPs!)

Join us for a virtual valentine move night!

Date: Thursday, February 12th, 7:30pm

Curl up on the couch and join the LADN community for a cozy Zoom screening of When Harry Met Sally—one of the greatest rom-coms of all time and a loving homage to the legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner. Just bring your salty snack and enjoy this timeless romance with us!

There is no need to sign up for this event! We’ll be emailing out the Zoom link to all LADN members the week of the event. If you’re not on our email list and want to attend, please send us a message at LADN@la-dn.org!

Join us for a virtual Mindful Movement Workshop on Thursday, February 12th, 2:00-3:00pm, with instructor Lian Norris!

About this workshop:

Lian will be teaching a 1 hr “mindful movement” class for the LADN community! The intention of this class is to provide a safe space for people to explore gentle movement, breath work, and mindfulness while in the comfort of their own homes! This class will utilize both a yoga mat (or any cushion/carpet/rug you may have at home!) and chair to provide various adaptations to fit individuals physical needs. Beginners are welcome! 

Optional Donation: 

This workshop is free for LADN members! However, if you are in a position to make a small donation to help cover the instructor fee for this workshop, we would greatly appreciate it! Donations can be made here!

Suggested items to bring to this workshop: (It’s ok if you don’t have everything!)

• Water/beverage as needed

• Yoga mat (or towel/rug/carpet/cushion)

• Yoga blocks (or throw pillows)

• Yoga blanket (or towel)

• Yoga strap (or towel/belt)

• Chair that doesn’t move -- preferably something light, like a folding chair you can move easily

Other tips: It may be beneficial to position your camera so Lian can see your whole body to be able to provide better individual guidance during the practice! (It is also totally fine if you prefer to have your camera off!)

About Lian:
Lian is a Los Angeles based yoga instructor and occupational therapist giving compassionate, inclusive, and holistic care to people of all ages, genders, and physical / cognitive abilities. Lian trained In Boston at Down Under School of Yoga. 

Lian specializes in lifestyle certified sensory enhanced trauma-informed yoga training and specializes in working with people with dysautonomia and related health conditions. Her goal is to meet others where they are in their journey of self-discovery. She is passionate about teaching the nourishing benefits of yoga to be applied on & off the mat!  

Reach Lian at youcanyogala@gmail.com or on her website, www.youcanyogala.com.

Disclaimer: By attending this workshop, you understand and acknowledge that the stretches and movements in this class may cause personal injury or exacerbation of symptoms, and you agree not to hold LADN liable for any harm caused by performing the recommended positions/stretches/movements.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Wednesday, February 11th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, February 5th, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for LADN's Caregiver Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy! 

We welcome all dysautonomia caregivers (parents, spouses, friends, family, etc.) living in California to attend. The caregiver group is a space for open and supportive discussion related to caring for an individual with dysautonomia. We ask that patients please utilize our other offerings instead of attending this group. Patients are welcome at the monthly support group that typically occurs on the 4th Saturday of the month.

Date: Monday, February 2nd, 2025

Time: 1:00-2:00pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up through the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Saturday, January 31st (postponed from Saturday, January 24th)

Time: 12:00-1:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.

Join us for LADN's Teen Support Group facilitated by clinical psychologist Dr. Samantha Levy!  We welcome all teens (13-19) with dysautonomia who live in California to attend this group.

Date: Thursday, January 22nd, 2025

Time: 4:15-5:15pm 

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Sign-ups are required for this meeting - please click the button below. If you have any questions, please email us at LADN@la-dn.org.

About Dr. Samantha Levy:

Samantha Levy, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who received her Ph.D. from Georgia State University in the Child and Family specialty track. During her clinical, child centered internship at UCLA, she became involved with the Pediatric Pain Program. Subsequently, she obtained her postdoctoral training there. Depending on the specific situation, Dr. Levy works either with whole families, individual children/teens/young adults, or parents. She employs an array of psychological orientations (e.g. CBT, play therapy, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, ACT, IFS), to help the children/teens with their pain and any accompanying emotional issues. She helps the families understand the connection between the physical pain and emotional difficulties (mind/body connection). She teaches parenting skills and helps parents facilitate their child’s difficult, courageous journey back to functioning more fully in the world again. Dr. Levy runs multiple parent groups at the nonprofit Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP). She is also a contributor to the CHYP parent blog.

Our therapy dog event got rained out in November — but we have a new date scheduled!

Join us for “Paws & Relax” — an afternoon of community and connection with LADN members and therapy dogs from Love on a Leash! *RSVP required!*

Location: We will be meeting in an outdoor garden at a private residence in Pasadena. Please RSVP here to receive the address!

This will be a very laid back event to relax and chat with other LADN members… all while petting therapy dogs from local chapters of Love on a Leash!

Disclaimer: We will be outside and expect everyone to take the necessary precautions to maintain everyone's health. If you have any (contagious) symptoms, please do not attend. Masking is optional. By attending this event, you agree not to hold LADN liable for any risks (COVID or otherwise) associated with gathering. 

Volunteers and therapy dogs from local chapters of Love on a Leash will be present at this event. LADN is not liable for any incidents related to the presence of Love on a Leash volunteers and dogs. 

Thank you for understanding, and please feel free to reach out with any questions. Email us with questions or concerns at LADN@la-dn.org.

Join us for our monthly support group for dysautonomia patients living in California. Our support group provides a space for patients to share their experiences related to dysautonomia, as well as an opportunity to provide and receive support from others living with this condition. This meeting will take place in a virtual format via Zoom.

Date: Wednesday, January 14th

Time: 1:00-2:00pm

Location: Zoom

Sign up: Please sign up at the link below. Please email us with any questions at LADN@la-dn.org.

Support Group Disclaimer:

Please note this is a patient-run support group. It is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional. Talk with your doctor before implementing any advice from the group.