Free Introduction classes are offered periodically.  
6 week sessions

Research conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health has shown that anxiety disorders are the number one mental health problem among American Women  and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse in men.  Twenty to Thirty million people have suffered panic attacks, phobias or other anxiety disorders in the past year.  If you find yourself among this population, this class is for you!  Come and learn how to reduce physiological reactivity, eliminate avoidance behavior and change subjective interpretations (or self talk) which perpetuate a state of apprehension and worry.  

Topics that will be discussed in the class will be relaxation, coping with panic, desensitization, overcoming negative self-talk, assertiveness, self-esteem, nutrition, breathing/relaxation, cognitive restructuring, anxiety/worry management skills, imagery desensitization and expressed feelings.  Participants will have the opportunity to experience a meditation/relaxation session.  In addition, the causes of panic and anxiety will be discussed.  This class will aid you in breaking out of the pattern of fear and anxiety that may have imprisoned you for years!