Weekly one-on-one classes will follow this general format:

*Quick check in or introduction
*POP Check (a way of checking in with yourself to see how you're feeling, acknowledging that all feelings are okay, and practicing a quick calming strategy)
* Sharing a recent WIN
* Short instruction on a topic related to stress
* Teaching a mindfulness strategy which can be implemented during the upcoming week to lower stress as issues come up during the week

The weekly topics covered include:

The difference between worry, stress, and anxiety - recognizing how they affect emotions, thoughts, and bodies

Where stress comes from - categorizing sources of stress; the differences between the stressors we can and cannot control

How stress can help you grow - reframing stress as opportunities for growth
 
Strategies for managing stress - using a variety of breathing strategies and other mindfulness techniques for grounding and coming to the present moment

Changing strategies and getting help - deciding when outside help is needed; identifying people who can help when stress becomes unmanageable

Creating a plan for managing stress


**Please note, this is NOT a class for therapeutic support. I highly recommend that if your child is experiencing chronic anxiety or stress to reach out to a medical or mental health professional. This class is NOT a replacement for therapy.**

**Please send a direct request to schedule