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Violence Intervention Program - Therapy Session

Explore our comprehensive Violence Intervention Program Therapy Sessions, designed to support individuals and communities on the path to healing and recovery. Our program includes diverse components such as:

  • Nutrition Education:
    • Empowering participants with knowledge on portion control, healthy eating habits, food preparation, physical activity, and self-management.
  • Gardening/Horticultural Therapy:
    • Learn home gardening techniques and grow fresh, organic produce in our Westside Atlanta community garden.
  • Cooking/Culinary Arts:
    • Engage in therapeutic cooking sessions that foster creativity and boost self-esteem.
  • Physical Exercise/Dance:
    • Enhance emotional, cognitive, physical, and social well-being through stress reduction and mood management.
  • Compassion-based Mindfulness Training:
    • Build resilience against life's challenges by cultivating compassion for oneself and others.
  • Art Therapy:
    • A unique program addressing PTSD risks and symptoms, providing a creative outlet for expression.
  • Music Therapy:
    • Utilize music to address mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and hypertension.
  • Notes for Notes:
    • A musical podcast that empowers young artists to produce a professional-grade album, fostering artistic growth and collaboration.

Locations:

  • HEALing Community Center
  • NVS Building

📅 Scan the QR code on the flyer to see the full details of the schedule.

 

Join us in these supportive and enriching sessions to help navigate and heal from the impacts of violence. 


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