Calendar of Events

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 your mood and gain a sense of centeredness, within yourself. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to […]

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 identity. Learn how to reclaim and reframe your identity after losing sight of who you are. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration […]

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 platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!

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, fear, and grief. Learn strategies to manage traumatic grief. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being […]

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 night’s sleep. *If you have not participated in a fitness class, you will need to request a fitness waiver to be filled out and sent […]

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 well-being. Participants will identify strategies and practices that support stress reduction and create an individualized stress reduction plan. All programming will be provided via WebEx […]

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 help children understand and cope with COVID-19. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the […]

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 Dancing”.  This class require no previous experience.  Wear comfortable clothing and comfortable closed toe shoes (athletic recommended).  This is solo line dancing and no partners […]

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, and cardiovascular health. *If you have not participated in a fitness class, you will need to request a fitness waiver to be filled out and […]

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 required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!

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 veterinary medicine and oils. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. […]

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 be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!