To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.
Discovering the Joy Within
Learn strategies to increase your inner joy. Develop support with shifting your mindset from seeking joy externally (through other individuals and experiences) to seeking joy internally. Find ways to boost […]
Reclaiming and Reframing Your Identity
Your self-perception contributes to your self-identity and sets the stage for how others view you. What happens when your identity is lost? Explore the importance of a personal sense of […]
Trauma: The Reaction and Recovery Process
Increase understanding of trauma and symptoms of trauma. Learn are common reaction, helpful strategies, and increase understanding of the recovery process. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom […]
Coping with Traumatic Grief
When events happen suddenly and unexpectedly it can impact you physically, socially, mentally, and spiritually, even if you are not personally involved. It can result in strong feelings of anger, […]
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 […]
Creating A Stress Reduction Plan
Stressors are a part of life and when managed ineffectively, can have a negative impact on physical and psychological health. Learn effective strategies to manage stress and increase your overall […]
Talking to Children About COVID-19
Looking for ways to support your children during the pandemic? Join VBSC for to discuss common reactions in pre-school age children through adolescents. Learn age and developmentally appropriate tips to […]
Latin Line Dancing
Increase social connection. Join the Virginia Beach Strong Center for an evening of dancing to reduce stress, improve mood, and work your body line! The classes are called “Latin Line […]
Yoga
Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce stress while increasing flexibility, muscle strength, […]
Meditation to Increase Focus
A guided meditation practice to ground you in the present moment, reduce feelings of stress, and increase focus. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms. Registration is […]
Essential Oils and our Pets (Cats and Dogs)
Hear about some of the oils that can support our fur-family members with common challenges. We’ll be sharing the basics and sharing resources to professionally certified resources for even more […]
Compassion Fatigue
Caregivers, service providers, and employees in high-stress fields can experience compassion fatigue due to repeated exposure to trauma. Learn the signs, symptoms, and strategies to prevent it. All programming will […]