Focusing on the relationship between mood management and the mind-body connection, sessions offer a combination of breathing, movement, postures, mindfulness and music.
Participants will explore the physical, mental and emotional benefits of a yoga practice.
Improving the mental, psychological and cognitive well-being in both adults and adolescents, yoga can be a positive addition to an effective treatment plan for various conditions and disorders, such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. Teachings are trauma-informed and adaptable for all levels. This class is open to everyone.
Register for this event series here: Yoga for Wellness and Recovery: November & December Sessions Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
About the instructor:
Evonne Sullivan is a trauma-informed Yoga and Meditation Teacher specializing in mental health, addiction recovery and employee wellness. Through EvonneSullivan.com and her Yoga for Wellness and Recovery program, she facilitates wellness sessions within organizations, healthcare, treatment centres, education, conferences and special events.
As a person in long-term recovery, Evonne credits her ability to manage challenges with anxiety and depression to living consciously and in touch with the mind-body connection.
This offering is made possible by the support of Gifts of Light
*Please note there will be no Trauma-informed Yoga on Wednesday December 25th and Wednesday January 1st.
About the RBC Patient and Family Learning Space at CAMH
The RBC Patient and Family Learning Space is an interactive hub for patients, families and the community to access FREE reliable information about mental health, substance use and recovery.
Intended For: CAMH patients, families and the general public.
Location: Queen Street site - 1025 Queen Street West
Additional Location Details:
The RBC Patient & Family Learning Space is located on the ground floor of the McCain Complex Care & Recovery Building. The entrance is on Queen Street, just east of Ossington. Services are available in-person (no appointment needed, just walk-in), email or phone.
Contact Email: pfls@camh.ca
Phone: 416 535-8501, extension 33995
Types of Treatment and Services Offered
- A safe and welcoming space, with a child-friendly area
- An information corner with pamphlets, books, guides and memoirs about mental health and substance use/addictions
- Access to mental health-related websites, apps and other reliable online sources of information
- Information about CAMH programs and community-based services and directions to get there
- New workshops, webinars and clinics each month related to mental health, substance use/addiction and recovery
