Walking Through Grief & Loss Workshop
Walking Through Grief & Loss Workshop
Learn ways to manage grief and find support.
Grief can follow the loss of a loved one or any significant life change. It may come in waves or show up unexpectedly. Wherever you are in your experience, you do not have to navigate it alone.
Walking Through Grief & Loss is a free virtual workshop designed to help you better understand grief and develop healthy ways to cope in daily life.
During this workshop, we’ll cover:
– Coping strategies for difficult emotions
– Emotional regulation tools for overwhelming moments
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Women and Mental Health | Greater Austin YMCA
March is Women’s History month, which got me thinking about the weight that women have had to carry through the course of history but more specifically today. I see evidence of it most profoundly with the many female clients we see in The Greater Austin YMCA’s Counseling program. Women and mental health are deeply interconnected, as women of every age and demographic often present to therapy riddled with anxiety and feeling pressure to do and be more for their parents, their spouses, their employers, and themselves; as if who they are
Your Village Awaits: Embracing Community at Greater Austin YMCA
I’m so inspired by the Olympics for many reasons but one thing I really love about the coverage this summer are the profiles they’re doing on the lives and families of the athletes. In showing other aspects of the athletes lives and the people that are important to them we see a three-dimensional view of the U.S. Olympians and the people and community that supports and holds them up as they train and prepare for competition at the Olympic level.
These profiles of our Olympic athletes are great examples of the importance of having social support and community
Choose Joy!
As a therapist, often clients come to the first session and when asked what they would like to achieve in therapy, they respond that they want to feel happy. They want a happier relationship with their partner or with their children; they want to feel happier in their work or just want a happier experience in general. In response to statements like these, I would typically launch into a mini psychoeducational lesson about the difference between happiness and joy and why in today’s society the pursuit of joy rather than the pursuit of happiness is the way to go.
Free Day of Therapy May 22, 2024
Observe Mental Health Awareness Month by taking advantage of a free 30-minute counseling session on Wednesday, May 22, with YMCA Counseling.
Prioritize your mental and emotional health.
Sessions are available 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. Bilingual (English & Spanish) sessions are available by request.
Appointments can be virtual (teletherapy) or in person at our East Communities, TownLake or North Austin locations. Claim Your Free Counseling Session
Relationship Refresh April 27, 2024
You are invited to join this workshop Saturday, April 27, designed to help couples deepen their connection with one another.
This online workshop is designed for couples who want to:
- Strengthen communication and truly hear each other.
- Deepen their bond through interactive exercises and shared experiences.
- Rediscover the joy of being together and create lasting memories.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Fun-filled exploration: Engage in activities designed to spark laughter and connection.
- Practical tools: Learn valuable strategies to nurture your relationship long after the workshop.
- Expert guidance: Gain insights and techniques from experienced facilitators.
- A convenient setting: Participate in this virtual session from your own home.
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