Women’s Healing Trauma Group: For Survivors of Sexual Assault or Domestic Violence Trauma
Research has shown that abuse/personal violence has profound effect on the lives of trauma survivors. These effects not only impact the survivor’s mental health, but also physical health. This support group will address both of these areas.
Group members will participate in discussions together guided by a 12-step curriculum entitled Help End Abusive Relationship Tendencies (HEART) that focuses on issues survivors deal with after the occurrence of personal violence. The group will learn and experience “decompression activities” including guided meditations, mindfulness, and somatic exercises. This is designed to offer survivors opportunities for personal growth as they work toward healing from their trauma(s). The is a free-flow group that will navigate the 12 steps together and after all 12 steps have been explored, a short break will occur encouraging members to engage with each other and develop healthy connections with others working on their own recovery. Women have the option to return and repeat the group when it begins again at announced dates.
WHEN: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, starts on September 11, 2024
WHO: Woman survivors of sexual assault or domestic violence trauma
WHERE: Virtually on Zoom
COST: Free; a $25 no-show fee applies to registered participants who do not attend without prior notice*
FACILITATORS:
Rochelle Pearce, LPC: Rochelle is a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience working with survivors of abuse and sexual assault, and she strives to instill hope and understanding of the meaning in our experiences and the purpose to our lives.
Nelda Carpenter, LCSW: Nelda is a licensed clinical social worker who has been with Samaritan Center since 1998; she feels goals are best met when physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects are considered in the therapeutic process.
REGISTER: Call 512-451-7337, option 8 or email frontoffice@samaritan-center.org
Living Fully and Abundantly with Cancer
No one wants to hear the big "C" diagnosis, but you are not alone. Join us to support each other to live fully and abundantly in spite of the cancer diagnosis. Whether it is a new diagnosis or one you have lived with for some time now, come share your concerns and wisdom you have gleaned.
WHEN: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 pm, September 10 – December 17, 2024 (19 weeks)
WHO: Anyone with a cancer diagnosis
WHERE: Virtually on Zoom
COST: Free; a $25 no-show fee applies to registered participants who do not attend without prior notice*
FACILITATOR:
Nelda Carpenter, LCSW has been a therapist with Samaritan Center for twenty-five years and is a cancer patient herself.
REGISTER: Call 512-451-7337, option 8 or email frontoffice@samaritan-center.org
Nature Wellness Workshop for Kids & Teens
GROW, CONNECT, AND HEAL IN NATURE
Kids and teens ages 7-14 are invited to discover the power of self-care, creativity, and animal connection in a fun, supportive environment. This nature-based wellness workshop is designed to help kids enhance their mental well-being, manage stress, and build coping strategies.
FUN WELLNESS ACTIVITIES
- Explore emotions through creativity and play
- Build confidence and mindfulness skills
- Experience the healing power of nature & animals
- Make new friends in a supportive space!
Parents can attend a 30-minute parent workshop during this time!
PRESENTED BY
Samaritan Center provides affordable, holistic counseling and support to kids, teens, and parents to grow and heal.
Simple Sparrow Care Farm uses nature, farming, and animal care to provide therapeutic and educational programs.
QUESTIONS?
Contact: kamini@samaritan-center.org
WHEN: Saturday, December 7, 2024, 1:30-3:00 pm
WHO: Kids and teens ages 7-14
WHERE: Simple Sparrow Care Farm, 1615 Co Rd 107, Hutto, TX
COST: $10 per child
Winter Wellness Workshop for Kids & Teens
Join us for a fun and interactive one-hour workshop where kids and teens can boost their mental wellness, tackle stress, and pick up cool coping skills—all through engaging activities in a positive, welcoming space!
FUN WELLNESS ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS & TEENS
- Master Your Moods: Explore how to manage feelings through creativity and play
- Practice Mindfulness: Relax and feel grounded with simple techniques
- Boost Self-Confidence & Coping Skills: Build resilience and trust in yourself
- Reflect with Kindness: Send warm wishes to yourself and others
- Connect & Have Fun: Make new friends
Children and teens are invited to attend a one-hour time slot based on their age:
- Ages 7-10 from 10:30-11:30am
- Ages 11-14 from 12:30-1:30pm
Plus, parents can attend a 30-minute self-care workshop focusing on wellness.
FACILITATED BY
Melanie Ripple, LMSW
Mikayla McMurtray, LMFT-A, LPC-A
Mira Browne, LMSW
Savannah Arranaga, LPC-A
Kamini Verma, LCSW-S, RPT-S
Rochelle Pearce, LPC
QUESTIONS?
Contact: kamini@samaritan-center.org
WHEN: Saturday, December 14, 2024, Ages 7-10: 10:30-11:30am, Ages 11-14: 12:30-1:30pm
WHO: Kids and teens ages 7-14
WHERE: Samaritan Center, 8956 Research Blvd, Bldg 2, Austin, TX 78758
COST: $10 per child