Root To Rise ~Resilience Program for Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Survivors
Thursday, May 2 •
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
111 Saranac St
Jennifer & Eevee🐾
Owner and certified RYT 500 instructor Jennifer Green is a retired USAF veteran, who served as a medic and later earned her nursing degree specializing in emergency medicine & trauma.
Jennifer is a passionate advocate for the education and development of neuroplasticy behind the yoga practice and the integration of these practices as an adjunct and complimentary practice to traditional medical, physical & mental health therapies. Her work is grounded in deep understanding of the neuroscience and biology of trauma and the impact of stress on the body and mind.
Certifications include:
iRest Yoga Nidra, Warriors At Ease Level 2, Veterans Yoga Project, 300 hour Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga ~TCTSY, Restorative Yoga, Somatic Therapy, Trauma Informed Yoga for Sexual Assault, Medical Neuroscience
Description
This transformational and healing six week program offers a safe space for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence to gain greater awareness of self through strength, stability, assertiveness and mindfulness. Participants will be guided through weekly themes for healing with focus on building resilience. We will use both mindful movement and restorative postures, explore positive affirmations with intention, gratitude and guided meditation with relaxation. Classes are integrated with guided activities and exercises, journaling and art. Classes will be build upon each other each week so that participants may establish a ‘toolbox’ of self regulation strategies that may help survivors sleep better, experience less anxiety and depression and cope with various PTSD symptoms. Mental Health Clinician will be available throughout program.
All participants will receive a yoga mat, journal and course materials.
*WOMEN ONLY
**Scholarships Available
