This 10-week group utilizes yoga, dance based movement and guided self-reflection to aid in insight, distress tolerance, stress management, and emotional wellness. There will be a fusion of small group discussion and self-reflection based on the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Dr. Brené Brown, and dance/movement with the incorporation of Dancing Mindfulness principles based on the work of creator and author Dr. Jamie Marich.
For the first half of the group, time is set aside to read the group text and explore topics such as authenticity, connection, and working through difficult times. During the movement portion, participants will learn to cultivate present-moment awareness, breath, and somatic awareness, self-empowerment, healing, letting go of perfectionism and judgment, and self-compassion. To learn and have FUN cultivating their own dancing and movement based mindfulness practice. A group debrief will conclude each session. Participants should be able to attend the majority of the 10 sessions. No previous yoga, movement, dance, or meditation experience is necessary. All abilities are welcomed.
For questions about or to express interest in this group, use the group interest form.
All students may engage in all group therapy environments. To join a group, students first meet with a CAPS therapist in a one-on-one setting to determine which group(s) might best support their needs.