Emotional Wellness
The Healing Power of Guided Imagery
Lisa Davidson, LMSW, ACSW, Consultant, Emotional Wellness Program
Guided imagery is a form of directed day-dreaming that relaxes the mind and engages the senses in the physical and emotional healing process. It has been shown to alleviate pain, reduce depression and boost the immunity system.
Guided imagery can be used by anyone for one or more of the following purposes:
- improve the quality of your sleep
- reduceyour personal stress and anxiety and/or depression
- heal from past painful events/trauma/unhealthy relationships
- improve your relationship with your own body/self image
- help you maintain balance and perspective as you move through change and life transitions
- provide a simple, portable means of relaxation
Based on the work of Belleruth Naparstek this four session class will provide an overview of guided imagery and explore the practical benefits of using guided imagery to support healing from stress, anxiety, grief, and trauma. Each session will include a 20 minute guided imagery exercise facilitated by Belleruth via audio tape.
Guided imagery is a low cost, easy to use, self care practice. Take an active role in your health by learning to use this powerful healing tool.
Semester |
Day/Dates |
Location and Time |
Fall |
Wednesdays, |
Eppley Center, Room 117 12:10 – 12:50 pm |
Spring |
Fridays, |
MSU Union, Lake Ontario Room |
Summer |
Wednesdays, |
Location to be determined |
To register for this class:
- Complete a registration form (located at http://health4u.msu.edu/registration/H4U_Registration_Form.pdf), or
- Send and email message to health4u@msu.edu, or
- Call Health4U at 517.353.2596