Mindfulness in Nature
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health have been detrimental for many. If you are someone who experiences symptoms of mental illness, post concussion syndrome, or ADHD your life may have been particularly affected, as familiar coping skills may have fallen short in a new world of social isolation and working from home. At Davis Occupational Therapy we are working on a variety of restorative resources and programs to support you in finding balance and lasting wellness.
Davis Occupational Therapy is offering a Mindfulness in Nature Group for Adults with ADHD. This group has been developed to support adults with ADHD, share the benefits of mindfulness in ADHD symptom management, promote function in their daily lives all in a natural environment.
What’s Included
6 x 90 minute sessions, over 9 hours of group therapy*
Education on ADHD, sharing of new research, psychoeducation
Mindfulness exercises and practice
Opportunities to connect with other adults living with ADHD
A comprehensive toolkit with mindfulness exercises
LOCATION: Swansea Town Hall Community Centre
INVESTMENT: $649
DATES: Weekly from 10:30am to 12:30pm
May 4, 2024
May 11, 2024
May 18, 2024 [virtual]
May 25, 2024
June 1, 2024
August 10, 2024 - Post-group Skills Review
Last date to register is May 1, 2024
*MSW, Psychotherapy and OT are covered by many extended health benefit providers. You can opt to have the cost split between OT and SW.
Check out this Blog Post for an idea of what happens each week!
Benefits of Mindfulness and Nature-Based Therapy
Mindfulness is the practice of purposefully bringing one’s awareness to the present moment without judgment.
Mindfulness has been shown to improve attention regulation, body awareness, and emotional regulation, and promotes a dynamic perception of self. This occurs through “neuroplastic” changes in the brain that enhance self-regulation.
Research suggests that nature therapy, including environmental therapies or animal-assisted therapies, may reduce symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use, and stress related disorders.
Nature therapy also improves capacity for directed attention and can reduce mental fatigue making it a potential natural treatment for many people including adults with ADHD.
Social Media
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