Let's face it—we were not created to live on an island or to be isolated from others. We were born into this world with a need to develop healthy relationships.
Have you ever found yourself scrolling through your phone, surrounded by people, yet feeling utterly alone? Or perhaps you’ve experienced the hollow ache of reaching out only to find silence on the other end. Many struggle to form deep, meaningful relationships in today's fast-paced world. But what if you could break through these barriers and discover a life rich in connection and joy? Our dynamic workshop classes are designed to help you do just that—by transforming your relationships from the inside out.
During this series of therapeutic support classes, you can identify and address fears that have developed throughout your lifespan. By exploring the development of these fears, you can identify specific areas of your life that have been negatively impacted and caused a disruption in your emotional growth. Learn how you can begin the process of overcoming these fears to live a more fulfilling life!
Classes are held on Thursdays from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm from 12/05/2024 to 1/23/2025. (We will not have class on 12/26/2024.
"The Fear of Being Alone"
Class date: 12/05/2024
Have you ever dreaded reaching out to connect with someone, only to find no one around to respond to your emotional needs? The fear of being ignored and left alone and the perceived notion of being unimportant can be at the core fear of many close relationships. Learn how this fear can be the foundational root of many dysfunctional relationships.
Courage to Conquer Loneliness:
Imagine Sarah, who always hesitated to join her coworkers for a casual coffee. She feared rejection, convinced no one would be interested if she reached out. In our workshop, Sarah learned simple yet powerful techniques to communicate her needs. Now, she enjoys regular meet-ups with friends, feeling more connected than ever.
Take Geraldine, who had a history of emotionally abusive romantic relationships. She feared being unable to leave her current relationship because she was convinced she was unlovable. In our workshop, Geraldine learned to value herself over toxic companionship.
"The Fear of Intimacy"
Class Date: 12/12/2024
Have you ever been overwhelmed by the fear of becoming too close to others or felt uncomfortable when people share intimate details of their lives? Learn how previously frightening and painful experiences impact the ability to make emotional connections with others. Explore how life experiences can influence the feeling that the odds of developing healthy relationships are stacked against you. Find out why people withdraw from any relationship that resembles having an intimate relationship.
Embrace Deep Intimacy
Meet Jake, who always kept an emotional wall up, terrified that vulnerability would lead to heartbreak. Through our insightful sessions, Jake explored his experiences with openness and honesty. Today, he's dealt with past abandonment issues and nurtured a loving relationship that thrives on trust and understanding.
"The Fear of Abandonment"
Class Date: 12/19/2024
Have you ever experienced the feeling that the world is undependable and that people are unreliable? Some individuals live in constant fear of emotional abandonment, which results in becoming clingy, dependent, or overly independent. Learn more about how this fear influences behavioral tendencies in personal and professional relationships.
Overcome Abandonment Anxiety
Maria often distanced herself from loved ones, guarding against the pain of being left behind. By understanding her patterns, Maria embraces each friendship with confidence and peace, knowing she has the tools to build lasting trust.
"The Fear of Self-Advocacy"
Class Date: 01/02/2024
Have you allowed your fear of rejection to create a fear of setting and enforcing boundaries? Have you experienced punishment for self-expression that influences your inability to express your needs in your relationships? If you have said "Yes" to both questions, you may feel the world does not allow you to live authentically. You could be one of those individuals who has allowed your fears to influence your approach to life. Explore how the development of a passive-aggressive interaction with others has stopped many individuals from developing healthy relationships in life.
Champion Self-Expression
Have you ever felt like your needs were being ignored, yet you couldn’t find a way to voice them? In our workshop, John learned to set healthy boundaries and communicate openly, transforming his passive-aggressive tendencies into constructive conversations. Leslie learned to advocate for a promotion on her job, while Serena learned to advocate for her emotional needs in her relationship.
"The Fear of Being Invisible"
Class Date: 1/09/2024
Have you ever sat in a room filled with people yet felt invisible? Those who do not get acceptance, confirmation, or validation from relationships often feel they are not recognized or validated as essential entities in their personal and professional relationships. Explore the basis of this core fear, which results in the feeling of not being respected or loved for being one's authentic self.
Shine in Your Relationships
Do you feel overlooked, even in a room of friends? Lisa’s journey from feeling invisible to shining brightly in her social circles was remarkable. She discovered ways to project her authentic self and received the recognition she deserved.
"The Fear of Competitive Relationships"
Class Date: 1/16/2024
Have you ever been in a love-hate relationship with someone who made you feel you had to compete for love, affection, or attention? Rollercoaster relationships can leave one feeling as if they have loved and lost, tried, failed, and succeeded, but with the attachment of the fear of guilt or retaliation. Explore how these unhealthy competitive experiences can leave one feeling stagnant in their ability to find fulfillment in relationships. The fear of competitive relationships leaves one to learn to hold back in love and life.
Balance, Not Battle, in Relationships:
Do you find yourself entangled in friendships that feel competitive? Chris realized that his struggles at work stemmed from an unconscious need to prove himself. Now, with a newfound perspective, he engages with colleagues collaboratively rather than competitively.
"The Fear of Being Fully Alive"
Class Date: 1/23/2024
Have you noticed that you have worked hard for so long that life seemed to have passed you by? Do you feel that you may have worked so long to make someone else happy in your personal or professional relationships that you have not found fulfillment in your relationships? The demands of life can conflict with the ability to live life to the fullest as the individual attempts to address factors involving family, work, religion, culture, and society. Learn how being "mature" or "responsible" can prompt the belief that one must curtail one's enjoyment to meet the world's demands or expectations. Consider how inhibitions develop out of fear, which causes the lack of investment in the ability to have fun, feel alive, and be full of energy.
Live Fully and Vibrantly
Michelle felt her life was a checklist of responsibilities with no room for joy. Our workshop reignited her passion for living, teaching her to blend duties with moments of happiness and spontaneity. Today, she approaches each day with enthusiasm and a sense of freedom.