Calendar of Events

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

Information Session: Survivors Guilt

Increase understanding of this common reaction to traumatic events. Learn the symptoms, factors that increase risk of experiencing survivor’s guilt, and strategies for coping with survivor’s guilt. All programming will […]

DeStress @ Your Desk

Join us for a mid-day practice. Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce […]

Building Self-Compassion

Discussion about self-compassion. Learn why self-compassion is important, how to develop self-compassion, and strategies to promotes self-compassion. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required […]

Gentle Yoga After Work

Gently stretching after work helps to remove physical and mental stress from the body. Participate in a practice to reduce mind chatter, soothe tension, relieve aches, and get a better […]

Understanding Resiliency: Thriving in Uncertainty

Learn what is resiliency. Explore the different characteristic of the resilient individual. Learn strategies to increase resiliency. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required […]

Zumba Kids

Join VBSC for a fun, interactive way to increase connection with your child, engage in self-expression, reduce feeling of stress, practice mindfulness, and engage in purposeful movement that promotes physical […]

Coping with Trauma Anniversaries in the Remote Workplace

As the anniversary of a distressing event approaches, it is common to experience challenging thoughts, feelings, and memories connected to the significant experience. Learn how to get through a trauma […]

DeStress @ Your Desk

Join us for a mid-day practice. Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce […]

Reflective Journaling

Learn the benefits of journaling and how to implement journaling as a means to actively reduce stress, promote mindfulness, and increase overall relaxation. All programming will be provided via WebEx […]

Goal-Setting Workshop

How to set S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goals and ensure that you are actively taking steps to reach them. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior […]

The Healthy You Series: Physical Fitness

Regular exercise routines extend beyond prevention of certain diseases and health related conditions. It also improves mood, behavior and overall well-being. Learn how to make exercise a part of your […]

Understanding Depression

Learn how to recognize symptoms of depression, the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, learn effective strategies to manage depressive symptomology and discuss evidenced based treatment methods. All programming will […]