Relaxation & Mindfulness Workshop

Self-Help for Overcoming Stress & Anxiety

This is a new self-help workshop designed for the general public.  Anyone is welcome to attend, although it may also be of interest to qualified therapists.

Workshop Overview

• Introduction to relaxation and stress
• Evidence-based approaches to relaxation
• Developing awareness of muscular tension and relaxation
• Scanning your body to develop mindfulness
• Muscle relaxation theory and practice
• Progressive muscle relaxation and other techniques
• Applying relaxation to stressful situations and events

(NB: We are constantly researching and improving our material. Hence, course content may be subject to change at the discretion of the college without prior notice. This information is provided as a typical example only.)

Workshop Dates

3rd March 2012
1st September 2012
2nd February 2013

Workshop Venue

Central Croydon, South London

Entry Requirements

This course is open to everyone. No previous experience or training is required.

Course Fees

Course fees £132.  Bring a guest free of charge.

A 20% discount is available to UK College Diploma graduates or to those who have previously attended this workhop and wish to repeat it.

Relevant Blog Articles on this Website

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• Relaxation: An Evidence-Based Approach July 18, 2011
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• Three Modes of Relaxation in Therapy August 7, 2010
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