Join Devon Edwards, LPCC, MA on a casual Sunday morning hike. This is a chance to get outside with a friend or meet new friends from our community. You can use this time to get some fresh air or relieve some stress whatever works for you! This is for everyone for all ages as this […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Center for Strength is excited to introduce a new martial arts program designed to build strength through breathing, meditation, and self-defense. Participants will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Trauma recovery parallels the life of a plant – how plants grow, the patience and care that goes into helping it thrive – it all can be reflected back in the recovery process for individuals. Gardening is a form of self-care that can be adjusted to best benefit the participant. For those who are survivors […]
The goal of this Resilient Chat is to educate our community on the support animals can provide after trauma. There are scientific studies that indicate animals assist with the lowering of cortisol, which is a stress hormone. Kathy Hulley, from Mane Mission, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the field for 20+ […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll make Sharpie Watercolor Tile. Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should be considered […]
Kelli Grenier, MA, LPC with AllHealth Network will be speaking about healthy teen relationships, how unhealthy bonds can be created after trauma, and what to look for. This is an online presentation. Kelli will speak for 20 minutes with 10 minutes at the end for a Q&A.
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Come to our fun peer hangout time. This is your chance to build authentic relationships with new friends or connect with old ones. This is an inclusive and safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals. This isn't a formal activity it's just a chance for anyone to come and hang out, talk or just be! Feel free […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Center for Strength is excited to introduce a new martial arts program designed to build strength through breathing, meditation, and self-defense. Participants will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll make marble snails. Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should be considered as […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll do mood journaling Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should be considered as […]
Neurofeedback presented by Braincode Centers. In this session, we have invited Braincode Centers to discuss the role of neurofeedback in trauma recovery. Neurofeedback is a non-invasive treatment that encourages the brain to develop healthier patterns of activity. The goal of treatment is not only to change how you think and feel, but to change your brain […]
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Center for Strength is excited to introduce a new martial arts program designed to build strength through breathing, meditation, and self-defense. Participants will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Trauma recovery parallels the life of a plant – how plants grow, the patience and care that goes into helping it thrive – it all can be reflected back in the recovery process for individuals. Gardening is a form of self-care that can be adjusted to best benefit the participant. For those who are survivors […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll make your own Watercolor Stained Glass Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should […]
Go Team Dogs will be at the Center for Strength! Come and spend some quiet and stress-free time with our friendly & comforting dogs. The mission of GO TEAM Dogs is to offer relief and caring. We have them at the Center for Strength to provide comfort through a canine-human bond.
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Every month, we will have a new art activity called Bethany Art Corner, led by Bethany Laurie. Today you’ll make blackout poetry. Age group: All ages. Not a drop off event for children 12 and under. *This activity should be considered as a complementary to and not a replacement for traditional Evidence Based Therapy or […]
This event is to connect former and current STEM School Highlands Ranch, May 7th staff. The location is Landsdowne Arms on the upstairs patio. 1st drink with registration. Light apps provided.
Join Devon Edwards, LPCC, MA on a casual Sunday morning hike. This is a chance to get outside with a friend or meet new friends from our community. You can use this time to get some fresh air or relieve some stress whatever works for you! This is for everyone for all ages as this is an […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Our Therapist, Jenny Robbins, MA, LPC, CBC will speak on Anticipatory Grief For teens and up This is an online class. Jenny will present for 20 minutes and there will be a 10 minute Q&A at the end.
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll learn how to center a mindfulness practice around music, and we will create art to guide us. Everyone 12 and under must […]
Center for Strength is hosting a 4-part program, The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, & Body Awareness Series. We based this program on the modalities from the book, The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. The author shares a well-researched explanation of trauma, its causes, and potential therapeutic approaches. Our educational […]
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Your bowl represents who you are a human- sometimes we are broken and need to be put back together. You will break your bowl, and then paint the outside shards of the bowl to remind yourself of who you are on the outside. Then you'll choose phrases and quotes to write on the inside of […]
Since 1981, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) has challenged the Nation to confront and remove barriers to achieving justice for all victims of crime. During NCVRW, we celebrate the accomplishments of the victims’ rights movement and reflect on how far we have come. Every April, OVC leads communities throughout the country in their annual […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Trauma recovery parallels the life of a plant – how plants grow, the patience and care that goes into helping it thrive – it all can be reflected back in the recovery process for individuals. Gardening is a form of self-care that can be adjusted to best benefit the participant. For those who are survivors […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll Choose Your Own Adventure. Students choose what they would like to do again, art, mindfulness, or journaling. Everyone 12 and under must […]
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Every month, we will have a new art activity called Bethany Art Corner, led by Bethany Laurie. Today you’ll make zentangle bookmarks Age group: All ages. Not a drop off event for children 12 and under. *This activity should be considered as a complementary to and not a replacement for traditional Evidence Based Therapy or […]
Come to our fun peer hangout time. This is your chance to build authentic relationships with new friends or connect with old ones. This is an inclusive and safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals. This isn’t a formal activity it’s just a chance for anyone to come and hang out, talk or just be! Feel free […]
This Mental Health Month, challenge yourself to examine your world and how it can affect your overall health. Look around, look within – from your neighborhood to genetics, many factors come into play when it comes to your mental health. NMVVRC's 2023 Mental Health Month toolkit includes information about how an individual’s environment impacts their […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Middle Schoolers will first be introduced to concepts involving breathwork and mind management. As they progress into the next level, focus will then shift over to learning about stance work and breathing while in motion. Once participants are comfortable enough to begin learning combat basics, classes can transition into self defense basics which include moving and […]
Join Alaina Patton for this 60 minute morning session to start your day with gentle yoga. Alaina is passionate about helping our community find beauty and comfort through trauma informed yoga. The first hour will be yoga practice and for the last 15 minutes Alaina will guide you through journaling or meditation whichever you're comfortable […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll make marble snails. Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should be considered as […]
Come to the Center and express yourself! You can create what’s on your mind and have the room for freedom to express your growing creativity in a safe and non-competitive environment. Today you’ll make your own Splatter Paint Art Everyone 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult or responsible sibling. *This activity should […]
Journaling presented by Bethany Laurie. You will be introduced to the many different styles of journaling and learn how it works and how to incorporate it in your healing journey.
Beth’s yoga approach is to create a safe, supportive space in which you can learn emotional regulation skills through connection with the breath and increased body awareness. You will focus on slowing down any mental activity, bring ease to the breath, and tune into the nervous system’s vast healing capacity. This class is for anyone looking to unwind and connect […]
Come to the Center and be with friends and acquaintances. We will have: Go Team Dogs Food Art Activities Games
Walking your path entails entering the building with a support person or a therapist, going to where you were on May 7th, and then leaving the building. This can allow for desensitization and the possibility of creating positive memories where your trauma occurred. Walking your path supports you in separating your trauma from the school, […]
