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Rachel Sweetman, Hakomi psychotherapist, is running another of her very popular 10 week courses on mindfulness and loving presence, starting on Tuesday January 31. Before this there will be a free introductory talk on January 24 in The Downhill House Hotel, Ballina.

Research clearly highlights that responding to challenges in life, by feeling overwhelmed and distraught, impacts on both mental and physical health. Evidence suggests that the more stressed out we feel in facing life’s challenges the more vulnerable we are to colds, flu, and a range of illnesses. Stress and anxiety are prevalent in Irish society. Undoubtedly learning to manage stress and anxiety is a valuable life skill, enhancing wellbeing, contentment, and fulfilment.

Abbey Road Artists’ Studios, Athlone presents a free film screening of Art From the Streets on Wednesday December 7 at 5.30pm.

Following the publication of reports into child protection practices by the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church on Wednesday, the HSE National Counselling Service (NCS) is offering support and assistance to people who have been affected by clerical child abuse.

This one day workshop, which will take place in the Family Centre, Chapel Street, Castlebar, introduces participants to the practice of therapeutic writing.

Stress, anxiety, worry, difficulty sleeping are common concerns among the population. Amanda Walsh at Northwest Therapy and Hypnosis takes an evidenced-based approach, combining the two most powerful and effective psychological therapies, namely cognitive behavioural therapy and clinical hypnotherapy.

Rachel Sweetman, Hakomi psychotherapist, is running two more of her very popular certified personal development courses on mindfulness, over 10 Thursdays, starting September 29 in the Downhill House Hotel, Ballina.

Striking the balance between mindfulness and management is key to business success, according to SME colleagues Be Rowland and Olwen Dawe. Both businesswomen are established in their own rights – Be runs Mindful Productivity and is a former life coach who now combines her coaching skills and her flair for design to produce a range of mindfully inspired posters and T-shirts which all carry a message. Dawe’s Irish Business Intelligence provides advice to start-ups and SMEs, as well as supporting enterprise projects, blogging, and writing on all things business-related.

Stress, anxiety, worry, difficulty sleeping are common concerns for individuals in today’s society. Amanda Walsh at Northwest Therapy and Hypnosis takes an evidenced-based approach, combining the two most powerful and effective psychological therapies, namely cognitive behavioural therapy and clinical hypnotherapy. This integration, referred to as cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (CBH), is regarded as one of the most evidence-based therapeutic interventions available today in the field of psychology and psychotherapy. It is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety, stress, panic attacks, and social anxiety.

Every year the Family Centre in Chapel Street, Castlebar provide over 60 courses and seminars for the community. The courses are focused on a wide variety of topics. Some courses are light and enjoyable and encourage personal development while others are provided as a support to parents and families to help them cope with the ups and downs of family life. Still others provide support to those who are bereaved or for others who want to explore their faith in a deeper way. At a time when many people are under increased pressure this year there is a particular emphasis on helping people to relax and learn mindfulness which is a skill that can serve us all well, especially at times when we are under pressure.