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Community Announcements:
From time to time, notices of workshops or other events related to the practice of counselling and beneficial to your mental well-being will be listed here.
Feel free to bookmark this page and check back regularly, as it is frequently updated.
Inner Mapping: A Weekend of Therapeutic Enactment
A dramatic interactive weekend exploring stories, strengths, and relationships. Spring is the time of new growth; bring creativity into your life
practice. This workshop will be jointly facilitated by Naomi Tessler, MA, and Christine Mayor, MA, and Stephen Douglas, MA OACCPP(C).
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday, April 24th and 25th, 2010.
Cost: $200.00, including GST (only $175.00 if registered prior to April 1st).
Location: 1173 Davenport Road, Toronto
To register, call 416 766-7321 or  contact Stephen Douglas.

Bi-weekly (mixed) Gestalt Psychotherapy Group:
Stephen Douglas and Tony Greco are offering a bi-weekly psychotherapy group in Toronto. This may benefit individuals wishing to deepen
their self-awareness, recognize discrepancies between their inner experience and outer presentation, experiment with both self-acceptance
and change toward the goal of fully engaging life in the moment. For more information, call 416 766-7321 or  contact Stephen Douglas.

Hypnosis for Childbirth
This unique 4 week intensive course will prepare both the mom-to-be and her birthing partner for labour and delivery.  Some of the topics
discussed include pain management tools (self hypnosis), valuable information for pregnancy, birth & postpartum, reducing fear and anxiety,
discussion around different types of childbirth (home birth, medications, Cesarean), preparation for unexpected circumstances, stages of
birth, postpartum topics (breastfeeding, postpartum depression, etc.). Classes are three hours each and meet weekly, March 7th - 28th, 2010.
Balanced Body Mind Spirit, in Richmond Hill. For more information, call 416 845-6417.

Focused on Fertility
Whether you are currently undergoing treatment for fertility or are trying to conceive unassisted, this course will help you create a better
focus on your fertility. Using hypnosis, we will journey into the subconscious to gain a better perspective on your fertility issues. In addition to
hypnosis, each week we will discuss a variety of topics including relaxation techniques, nutrition, exercise and the power of your mind.
Classes are 2.5 hours each and meet weekly for three weeks, March 8th - 22nd, 2010.
Balanced Body Mind Spirit, in Richmond Hill. For more information, call 416 845-6417.

Loving Touch Infant Massage
There is no better way to bond with your baby than through your loving touch. There are also many health benefits for your baby including
strengthening & regulating the digestive, respiratory & circulatory systems. Workshop is approx. 2 hrs on March 18th, 2010.
Balanced Body Mind Spirit, in Richmond Hill. For more information, call 416 845-6417.

Rhythmic Foundations: Monthly Beginner Drumming Program
Experience the benefits of drumming, self-expression, creativity, and play. No previous drumming experience is necessary.
Some Djembes are provided or bring your own.
Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm Wednesdays - February 17, March 24, April 14
Cost: $90 + gst, $94.50 for all 3 or $35 + gst, $36.75 pay as you go
Location: 918 Bathurst Street (north of Bloor), Toronto
To register or for more information, contact Terri Segal at 416 662-6488 or email Terri.

Rainbow of Desire - Introductory Workshop to Augusto Boal's Rainbow of Desire Techniques:
Join us for a theatrical workshop in creative self-discovery and personal growth as we journey collectively toward our deeper truths,
with NYC trained facilitator Naomi Tessler MA, Educational Theatre NYU.   NO theatre experience necessary!  Weekly Wednesday nights.
Start date Feb. 3rd, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Artscape Wychwood Barns, 601 Christie St.. For more info, call 416 910-4972 or email Naomi.

Contact Improvisation (Dance) Support to Build Momentum
Spark, ignite dance improvisational movement. In this series, we will learn the principle foundation of contact improvisation, which are: breath,
center, point of contact, be comfortable, balance and physical touch. Focus and exploration will be on dancing on the floor, physical weight
sharing, shifting and partnering with rolling.
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Mondays Feb. 22nd to March 15th, 2010.
Location: Hub 14, 14 Markham St. (close to Bathurst St. and Queen St. West), Toronto
To register, contact Joseph Sengco at 416 629-7859 or email Joseph.

Mid-Day POWER Jam!: 10-Week Beginner Drumming Program
Take time just for you and experience the therapeutic benefits of Group Drumming; outlet for mental and physical exercise, self-expression,
fosters individual and group empowerment, it is energizing and FUN!
No previous drumming experience is necessary. Some Djembes are provided or bring your own.
Time: 11:45am – 1:00pm Thursdays, February 11 – April 22 (no class March 18)
Cost: $200 + gst, $210.00 for all 10 or $25 pay as you go
Location: 918 Bathurst Street (north of Bloor), Toronto
To register or for more information, contact Terri Segal at 416 662-6488 or email Terri.

Career Action Primer workshop series:
Career workshops for people in all kinds of creative fields who are in flux, in a rut, or looking for a boost as they find a way to do their art and
live well.  Admission is only $20 and everyone is welcome. Facilitated by Anne Carbert, Career Counsellor and Transition Coach.
Location: Carrot Common Meeting Room, 348 Danforth Ave. Click here for dates and details, or call 647-378-1325.

Restorative Yoga Workshop - BOOKED OUT!
Relax your body, restore your energy, rejuvenate your spirit and clear space within. This will be an intimate class wherein you will move your
body through a series of restorative poses with Tracy Currie (Metta Movement Arts). Every student will receive hands-on Thai Yoga Massage
style assists to help deepen the experience and release into each restorative.
Sunday, January 24th, 2009, 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Location: Mindful Movement Centre, 68 Scollard Avenue, 3rd fl (at Bay St.), Toronto.
$65 in advance, $75 at the door. Class size is limited to only 10 people so sign up early to secure your spot!  

Monthly Community Drum Circles
Join us for an afternoon of self-expression, community, learning and playing!
No previous drumming experience is necessary. Some Djembes are provided or bring your own.
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Sundays, February 28, March 28, April 25 & May 30
$10 suggested donation, pay what you can (a portion of proceeds will be donated to our Artists for Artists Fund)
Location: United Steel Workers Hall 25 Cecil Street, Toronto - 1 street South of College / East ofSpadina
For more information, contact Terri Segal at 416 662-6488 or email Terri.

BellyLaugh: The Yoga of Laughter
Come play for two and a half hours with Valerie Moysey at Verity. Unwind.  Relax. Take a break. This is a fun, experiential workshop of play.
Everyone is welcome, introverts and extroverts alike!  Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a blanket or yoga mat if you have
one. Valerie Moysey, B.A., CST, LMT has been facilitating classes, workshops, and ongoing practice groups in personal growth for six years.  
Location: Verity (located at 111d Queen St. E).  To register email the concierge at Verity at concierge@verity.ca or call (416) 368-6006 x 221.   
note:
If you are a counsellor or health care provider and have an event you wish to inform the community of in or near Toronto, Oakville, Mississauga, or Burlington,
send me a notice by email (100 words max. incl. address to link to if desired) and if suitable I will post it when current (one month).