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![]() ASDI's Upcoming EventsIn the interim, individual and small group services are available.) Scroll down for Mindfulness Meditation Class
Fear of Flying ClassPrior to the next class, individual work on fear of flying, a support group, and practice flights can be arranged. New Fear of Flying Class will be offered in the fall.
![]() General Information: Education regarding the fears associated with flying will be presented during the class time. Participants will be taught how to use cognitive and behavioral techniques to cope with their fears. During the practice flight participants will learn to put into practice what has been learned the previous weeks. Homework assignments will be given to participants between sessions. Participants may opt to attend the classroom portion of the class only, but will be required to pay the full cost whether or not they participate in the practice flight. If the facilitator agrees that an extreme illness or emergency prevented a participant from taking the practice flight on the date allocated there are two options: 1) Wait until the next class to take a practice flight (which may take several months, depending on interest levels.) 2) Take a flight sooner. However, this would be significantly more expensive, since you will be expected to both reimburse for the extra airline ticket required and pay an additional fee for the extra time required of the facilitator. The class is intended as an initial exposure to flying without overwhelming fear. Participants will be encouraged to continue flying either on their own or with facilitation from ASDI staff after this event. An on-going support group that meets once a month is available after the class is completed. Incidental costs for meals, transportation to and from the airport(s), etc., are the responsibility of attendees. Parking at ASDI is free. Parking information at BWI can be obtained from the BWI website: www.bwiairport.com Facilitator: Stephnie Thomas (410) 938-8457 x2 (voicemail); (410) 236-1470(cell); stephniet@verizon.net Stephnie Thomas, is an anxiety disorders specialist, trained in coaching participants to learn to deal with their anxieties in real life settings. She has several years experience in working successfully with fearful fliers and works under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. ASDI wishes to thank Southwest Airlines and BWI airport for their assistance in supporting this program. (This educational program will be repeated periodically. In the interim, individual and small group services are available.) ![]() Mindfulness Meditation Instructionby
Joan Pfeiffer, L.C.S.W.-C. Six Tuesday
evenings, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
October 6th through November 10th, 2009 Mindfulness Meditation is a method that allows one to rest in full awareness of the present moment. Most of our thoughts focus on the past or future. As a result, we miss the vividness and vitality of what is right in front of us and our five senses. Not living in the "here and now" can also make symptoms of anxiety and depression worse. Although not a substitute for psychotherapy, mindfulness practice can be a valuable adjunct to therapy. And it can be useful to anyone interested in living in a more awake way. This is not group therapy. No personal disclosure is required. The core of the classes will be experiential. Various modalities of mindfulness will be practiced including traditional (non-religious) sitting meditation, the "body scan," mindful walking, and learning to bring mindfulness into everyday life situations. Suggestions for further reading and practice at home will be included. No previous experience is necessary. Joan Pfeiffer, L.C.S.W.-C. has been practicing meditation for 12 years. For further information, you may contact her at 410-938-8463. Advance registration is required. Location of training: Room 200, The Gibson Bldg.,on the campus of Sheppard Pratt Hospital Cost $160.00 (If paid in full by 9/21/09, cost is $140.00) Make checks payable to Joan Pfeiffer and mail to her at 6525 N. Charles Street, Gibson Bldg., Towson, MD 21204 MINDFULNESS MEDITATION TRAINING (10/6/09-11/10/09) Name ____________________________________________ Phone #(s) ________________________________________ (Please include this information with your check and mail to the address noted above) (This educational program will be repeated
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