Being with Anxiety: Through Breathing & Grounding

Experiencing anxiety is a normal part of being human but too much anxiety may increase the distress in one’s life. Although it is not possible to get rid of anxiety, it is possible to learn how to manage anxiety in order to live well through the normal overwhelm experienced in life. This presentation is designed for individuals of all ages who are wanting to gain insight and knowledge towards understanding anxiety in their body, mind, and behaviours while building a relationship to their anxious experiences though regulating strategies.

Nikkol Adams is a Registered Clinical Counselor and the founder of Essence of Self: Counselling and Wellness Services. She has a deep passion for the mind and body connection – helping individuals understand their emotional and physical experience through counselling services and community engagement.

Nikkol currently works in both the private and public sector of mental health. She offers clinical counselling services to children, youth, and adults presenting with a variety of concerns. Using an integrative approach, Nikkol will draw from several healing modalities to help facilitate personal exploration and growth with a focus on reconnecting to the authentic self.

Suitable for all early learning professionals and parents.

Pro D Certificate: Yes, 2 hours.

Online registration link: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/ygv/activity/search/detail/4164?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true