Therapeutic Workshops
What are therapeutic workshops?
Our series of short therapeutic workshops at the Chilterns Neuro Centre help provide targeted, manageable interventions to improve overall wellbeing and offer a solid foundation for sustainable health improvements. These courses are particularly effective because they empower individuals, enabling them to integrate strategies into their daily lives to help make improvements.
By concentrating on practical and achievable milestones, they help people experience quick wins, boosting their motivation and confidence. Our courses not only improve physical health but also foster a sense of accomplishment and control, encouraging long-term adherence to healthy habits.
We have three workshops taking place during in the first half-term and these are our Breath Support Workshop, Weight Management and Sleep. More information on these courses, including dates and how to book your place, can be found below.
Breath Support Workshop
When the muscles and joints that work our breathing mechanisms become weak or stiff, the lungs become less efficient. This means you may become short of breath, come more easily tired when carrying out everyday tasks. Some people find it hard to cough strongly enough to clear phlegm, which can develop into a chest infection. Others may have difficulty generating enough volume to speak clearly. All of these functions rely on good breath capacity/support.
The workshop will cover:
- Basic anatomy of your breathing mechanisms
- How to monitor your breathing capacity
- Exercises to increase breath capacity, focusing on which ones to do and when
- When to ask for further help
The format will be three relaxed sessions (you must attend all three) where we will come up with practical ways to achieve realistic changes. There will be a maximum number of 12 attendees and you may attend with a family member too.
- Tuesday 7 January 2025 | 1-2.30pm
- Tuesday 21 January 2025 | 1-2.30pm
- Tuesday 4 February 2025 | 1-2.30pm
We are anticipating a high demand for places. To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception. If you would like to speak to a therapist about the course and if it is appropriate for you please feel free to contact Jody Barber, Nikky Meeson or Christina Stephenson.
Weight Management Workshop
Living with MS, Parkinson’s or recovering from a stroke brings unique challenges, especially when it comes to maintaining a healthy weight. Our specialised Weight Management Workshop is designed to empower you with tailored strategies that address your physical, emotional and lifestyle needs.
In this supportive and inclusive workshop, you’ll learn to manage your weight effectively while respecting your body’s unique capabilities. The workshop combines evidence-based nutrition guidance, gentle and adaptive exercises and techniques to boost motivation and self-care.
The workshop will cover:
- Theory of weight loss, goal setting and portion guidance.
- Review of goals and portions, identification of barriers to change. Monitoring progress.
- Cost benefit analysis, overcoming difficult times.
- Coping with relapses, avoiding yoyo dieting. Long-term success.
Whether your goal is to shed pounds, maintain a healthy weight, or improve overall wellbeing, this course provides practical tools and a compassionate community to help you succeed. Rediscover your strength and take control of your health in a way that works for you!
The format will be four relaxed sessions (you must attend all four) where we will come up with practical ways to achieve realistic changes. There will be a maximum number of 12 attendees and you may attend with a family member too.
- Tuesday 14 January 2025 | 2-3.15pm
- Tuesday 28 January 2025 | 2-3.15pm
- Tuesday 11 February 2025 | 2-3.15pm
- Tuesday 25 February 2025 | 2-3.15pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception. If you would like to speak to a therapist about the course and if it is appropriate for you please feel free to contact Claire Fenlon.
Sleep Workshop
Sleep is essential for good health. In fact, we need sleep to survive — just like we need food and water. So, it’s no wonder we spend about one-third of our lives sleeping. We are offer two consecutive workshops that cover:
- basic understanding of sleep
- discuss strategies that may be of benefit to better sleep
- share useful positive experiences around sleep
- relaxation techniques
The format will be three relaxed sessions (you must attend all three) where we will come up with practical ways to achieve realistic changes.
- Wednesday 15 January 2025 | 10.30am-12pm
- Wednesday 29 January 2025 | 10.30am-12pm
- Wednesday 12 February 2025 | 10.30am-12pm
To book your place, please email appointments@chilternsneurocentre.org or ask at reception. If you would like to speak to a therapist about the course and if it is appropriate for you please feel free to contact Wendy Valentine.