Tullamore psychologists to host course on stress management
A practical half-day course on how to manage and reduce stress, anxiety and worry will be presented by two leading Offaly psychologists in April
Tullamore based chartered clinical psychologists, Imelda Ferguson and Julie O'Flaherty are running A Morning of Mindfulness and Positive Psychology for stress, anxiety and worry management.
The course will take place in the Central Hotel, Main Street, Tullamore on Monday, April 25 from 10am to 1pm.
Ms Ferguson stated: “Since March 2020, many people have experienced an increase in their levels of stress, anxiety and worry.”
“In this half-day course we will explore some of the well-researched methods from positive psychology and mindfulness which are proven to be powerful tools in tackling stress, anxiety and worry.”
Fellow psychologist Ms O'Flaherty added: “This course will be a blend of theory and practice of relaxation skills and mindful meditation.”
“We hope it will be both a relaxing and useful experience for participants. The course is suitable for everyone, no previous experience is required.”
Topics on the day will include:
Why do we experience stress, anxiety and worry? Understanding the physiology and getting basic self-care right.
Progressive muscular relaxation for relaxing deeply.
What is mindfulness? How the principles, attitudes and practices can help reduce stress, anxiety and worry.
Recognising and reducing anxious thoughts and worry.
Experiential meditation.
The course facilitators run courses for the public on positive psychology and mental wellbeing through Mind Your Self Midlands
The Morning of Mindfulness and Positive Psychology for Stress, Anxiety and Worry Management course costs €90. There is a reduced rate of €75 for those who apply by April 4. The fee includes course materials, tea/coffee and hotel parking.
For further information or to book a place, contact Imelda on 087 2271630 or Julie on 087 2399328 or send a private message to their Facebook page 'Mind Your Self Midlands.'