The free monthly practice sessions is open to anyone who has worked with Nichole individually or in groups, or has utilized any of the online resources (see Resources section of the website) and wants to keep practicing!
We will have time for brief introductions followed by a practice guided by Nichole
Nichole will be traveling and taking some leave in June and July 2023, so in lieu of live, guided sessions those months, those who register will receive recorded mindfulness guidance.
Healing and Resilience with Mindfulness will support you to:
Healing and Resilience with Mindfulness brings together two of my passions- mindfulness and tending to mental health, both of which I have been practicing in some way or form over the last 18 years. I decided to bring these two passions together into a program because, in my private practice and in my life, I see how powerful even small bits of supported mindfulness practice are, and also that mindfulness alone as a path for healing can feel intimidating and even confusing. This program is my effort to bring together the gems of awareness practice and targeted one to one work gently and sustainably transform stress into the wisdom of lived experience.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an internationally recognized, evidence-based course designed to guide and support participants in the ongoing process of cultivating moment to moment awareness in day to day life in an in-depth and systematic way. The curriculum is trauma informed and I stay up to date on research to teach the course in an evidence informed and trauma sensitive way.
*Professionals at risk for burnout or compassion fatigue (healthcare, corporate, civil service, education, law)
*Folks on a journey to reduce or eliminate anxiety, post trauma impact, or problematic anger
*Those struggling with stress levels, problems exacerbated by stress, or stressful life transition
*Anyone already creating a well lifestyle and wants to focus on the mindfulness aspect of the path, or adopt a non judgmental awareness through a life transition
This Full program is highly experiential, provides robust support, and is a community learning environment. We are learning from the inside out.
The LITE program is more flexible and focuses on home practices and email support with NO GROUP OR CLASS COMMITMENT.
Full and LITE programs both can include individual therapy sessions.
Healing and Resilience with Mindfulness combines the evidence based Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction curriculum with 2 follow up groups after completion of the 8 week course, email support in between classes, recordings of missed classes (for those in the Full program), and supportive course materials via the online class portal.
Individual therapy sessions with Nichole, including solution focused therapy, dialectical behavior therapy (CBT + mindfulness and acceptance) and/or EMDR can be included with your Healing and Resilience program. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Individual sessions can be scheduled before, during, and after the 12 week group program. And can be via telehealth or in person in Ridgway, CO.
Due to licensure laws, individual therapy appointments are only available to residents of CO and OH.
Full program
The weekly class is via Zoom and the Daylong class will have an option to meet in person in Ridgway, CO. There will be an online option for those who can't attend in person due to distance, illness, or preference.
Financial Hardship
Some components of the program MAY be eligible for in or out of network insurance reimbursement depending on your situation. Limited sliding scale spots available. Fill out this FORM for insurance consultation.
Click "REGISTER" button to see all payment options (Full program private pay, LITE/DIY program private pay, Full program insurance/private pay hybrid). Early registration discount through 1/5/24.
Once you register for your program (LITE or Full), you will receive a follow up email from Nichole with onboarding forms and an option to include individual sessions. Therapy modalities available include EMDR, CBT, DBT, Ego States, and KAP.
Note that working with me and participating in all of the resources offered does require a basic level of digital fluency- including accessing Zoom meetings from your device, signing into different platforms for course materials, billing, etc., emailing, and using hyperlinks.
Email Nichole with questions about this program nichole@brainbellyheart.com
Registration Deadline: Sunday, Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
Very limited spaces available for Winter program
Additional discount opportunities available to those who receive my monthly email newsletter
There will be no Full Healing and Resilience with Mindfulness program this Winter
Join Nichole Moorman LCSW, Qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher for guided mindfulness practice and to learn more about the Resilience and Healing with Mindfulness program.
This session is for you if your interest in mindfulness is piqued and you are curious about integrating kind, moment to moment awareness into day to day life, and into your work even more. You will meet Nichole, get a taste of her teaching style, and learn more about Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction specifically. There will be time for questions at the end and the session will be recorded in case you can't make it at the scheduled time.
Come learn more about the magic and mystery of mindfulness practice!
This overnight retreat at the beautiful and peaceful Stone Forest in Cedaredge, CO is an opportunity to unwind and boost your well being with a combination of relaxation, guided mindfulness practice, time in nature, and two group ketamine sessions for those who are eligible and choose to participate.
Based on decades of safe use and research showing anti depressant and anti anxiety benefits, ketamine is used as a complement to psychotherapy or self help methods to help eligible patients experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in symptoms. Many people describe feeling a "brain reset" after their ketamine experience.
If you answered "yes" to at least two of the above, consider joining us! Be deeply supported to come back to "the awareness that arises from paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non judgmentally" (Jon Kabat-Zinn) by Nichole, the group, and the peaceful space at Stone Forest.
This retreat is for:
I am excited to offer the Mind, Body, Heart Reset Retreat because I have benefited so much from taking time away from my usual roles and setting, to spend time in a peaceful environment, and be supported by teachers and a group to practice moment to moment awareness and tend to my own being. I also know from training and experience the power of psychedelic medicine to shift the system out of default mode for a bit and to prime the mind for awareness, self compassion, and insight.
The retreat is scheduled to fit into a weekend, and is conveniently located for folks who live in Grand Valley, North Fork Valley, Montrose and Ouray counties. With easy access to CO 550 and 2 regional airports within a 1 hour drive, it is also possible to make the retreat a part of your outdoor adventure on the western slope of Colorado. Public lands with opportunities for hiking, biking, climbing, and scenic drives can be founds in all four directions from our retreat space in Cedaredge, CO - the gateway to Grand Mesa National Forest.
During this short, but supported time you will begin to unwind and get a taste of the spaciousness and insight that comes with practicing being over doing.
The day(s) will be interspersed with guided mindfulness practice, mindful movement, time for quiet contemplation, opportunities for sharing experience, rest, and eating nutritious foods. The invitation is to show up just as you are. You will be supported to offer your heart, body, and mind tender attention and care. There are gentle walking paths and places to rest both indoors and outdoors during free times. Enjoy the steam room in the spa quality bathhouse!
Nichole will guide participants to open to, recognize, practice. and appreciate myriad ways to tend to our tired and aching hearts, bodies, and minds.
During the retreat, Nichole takes on the therapeutic and integration support aspects. Meet with a prescriber at Journey Clinical telehealth or with Chris at Ketamine West (IM session + sublingual Rx) prior to the retreat to get medical guidance for your prescription. This includes determining eligibility, developing a custom treatment plan, prescribing the medicine and monitoring outcomes. Eligible diagnosis for off label ketamine prescription can include mood disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, and trauma related disorders. Plan for medical assessment and treatment planning to be done at least 2 weeks before retreat dates. For more information about KAP, schedule a phone consultation with Nichole
Eligible participants will have an opportunity to attend two group ketamine medicine sessions
Friday evening
and
Saturday early afternoon
I am partnering with Journey Clinical and Ketamine West to curate the medical expertise and support needed for safe, legal, and therapeutic ketamine use.
Meals included: Simple, healthy meals with dairy free and vegetarian options. We will do our best to offer gluten free options. Sorry, strict dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated. There is a fridge available if you need to bring food to meet your needs.
Explore the beautiful and peaceful Stone Forest retreat via their website
Accommodations for overnight:
Platform tents with twin or king bed and spa quality shared bathhouse (with steam room!) on site. Bring your own towels and bedding. Single, double, or triple occupancy.
Primitive camping: Stay on site, bring your own tent or small camper. Access to the spa quality shared bathhouse.
Traditional lodging in the town of Cedaredge 10 minute drive away- book separately- those taking ketamine are advised not to drive within 12 hours after taking the medicine.
Options for lodging are on a first come, first serve basis.
Minimum 4 in person participants must register by April 19, 2024 to run this program.
Maximum in person 6
Register early to allow time for preparation session/s with Nichole, referral to ketamine provider, medical appointment, and to pick up prescription as needed.
Ketamine group sessions are optional and not required to attend the retreat. There will be five mindfulness based group gatherings and 2 ketamine group sessions offered over the course of the weekend.
Begins Friday, May 10, 4:30pm MST
Ends Sunday, May 12, 11:30am MST
$499*- 2 nights platform tent single or double occupancy, depending on number of attendees
$585*- 2 nights platform tent guaranteed single occupancy
$399*- 2 nights primitive camping (tent or small camper), or for per individual for triple occupancy in a platform tent
Accommodation options on a first come, first serve basis.
All payments are non refundable. This is to simplify planning and reduce administrative burden, which ultimately keeps costs down. If you are not able to attend, contact Nichole about gifting your spot to someone else, or migrating part of your payment toward a different service.
These prices cover the cost of retreat, overhead costs, and some compensation to Nichole for organizing and facilitating.
You will have an opportunity at the end of the retreat to contribute out of generosity to support Nichole and her work to make mental health and wellness opportunities accessible in the West and Midwest.
Additional cost for those interested in including ketamine experience(s) to their retreat:
*At least one preparation session with Nichole (in person or televideo)- $120 private pay, MAY be insurance eligible. If you don't already work with Nichole- schedule your phone consultation here
*Initial medical evaluation $350 (Journey Clinical)- can request a superbill to submit to insurance for out of network reimbursement OR Ketamine West $400 for initial IM session.
*Cost of your prescribed ketamine- $0-150 for oral sublingual depending on dose, frequency, and amount prescribed.
A $200 non refundable deposit holds your spot. Full payment is due Friday, April 19, 2024. $20 discount for paying final payment by cash or check.
You will need a MINIMUM 2 week lead time to connect with a prescriber, attend an individual preparation session or two, and get your prescription filled.
There will be an opportunity to give out of generosity at the end of the retreat also.
I appreciated Nichole's gentle, loving, and kind approach to teaching. "
I so appreciated not feeling rushed or pushed in a certain direction by the teacher, Nichole. Throughout the course she very effectively conveyed the message that we are already exactly where we need to be."
I will forever be grateful for Nichole's work and her gently guiding me through to the other side."
Contact Nichole with any questions at all:
nichole@brainbellyheart.com
$200 non refundable deposit holds your spot
After registering you will receive emails with guidance on next steps and how to be prepared for the retreat.
While Nichole offers her professional expertise and skills on this retreat, all activities on the retreat are offered as education and wellness support. None of the activities or services offered during the retreat are considered medical or mental health advice or treatment. The Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) portion is any preparation or integration sessions before or after the retreat time geared toward harnessing the retreat experience to treat an identified issue.
There will be opportunities to meet with Nichole individually as needed or desired during the retreat weekend.
Retreat is offered through Mindfulness Based Retreats llc.
Thank you for setting aside time and making sustained effort to cultivate healing, presence, and equanimity. You make a difference int he world.
The cost you paid when you signed up for the retreat covered expenses including food, accommodations, meeting space, insurance, and gas for the teacher to get to the site.
This is an opportunity to reflect on any benefit you gained from the retreat thus far, and consider contributing out of generosity. Your contribution makes it possible for Nichole to continue her work to make quality mental health and wellness opportunities accessible in the West and Midwest . When choosing an amount, give what feels right and in line with your generous heart.
If you have already contributed via Venmo or cash- THANK YOU!
Your financial contribution is expression of gratitude and is a way to pay any benefit you received forward.
with warmth,
Nichole
Clicking "Register" button will allow for you to choose a contribution amount.
Thank you for setting aside time and making sustained effort to cultivate healing, presence, and equanimity. You make a difference in the world. Your healing matters.
The MBSR Daylong class for graduates is offered freely, and no monetized contribution is required.
Your presence and participation makes Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction practice in our/your community possible.
Any financial contribution makes it possible for Nichole to continue her work to make quality mental health and wellness opportunities accessible in the West and Midwest .
If you choose to contribute, give what feels right and in line with your generous heart.
This is not about a dollar amount, and is a way (among many ways) to express gratitude and pay any benefit you receive forward.
with warmth,
Nichole
Clicking "Register" button will allow for you to choose a contribution amount.
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VENMO @Nichole-Moorman
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a psychedelic assisted treatment and experiential modality. KAP combines the anti depressant and anti anxiety pharmaceutical effects of ketamine and longer lasting shifts via psychotherapy and support. The group format offers connection/belonging not available via one to one therapy sessions, and offers a more affordable entry point to working with this medicine. In person attendance is recommended (Ridgway) and arrangements can be made for telehealth.
This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to use ketamine as an additional tool to heal trauma and nervous system issues, or for depression relapse prevention through the Winter season.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
PAYMENT
Private pay only for the dosing sessions/groups. Insurance coverage available for individual and group preparation and integration sessions. Health Savings account eligible. Payment plans possible. Non refundable $75 deposit holds your spot. Can be used toward any KAP service/date. Group dosing session fee: $140. Cash discount available. Inquire with Nichole.
Meeting with a prescriber and the medicine itself are additional fees. I partner with a telehealth platform called Journey Clinical for the medical aspects of KAP treatment.
ELIGIBILITY
Current capacity for each group is 3 in person and 2 televideo. In person group with televideo attendance possible.Each person's protocol will be tailored to you. A protocol usually includes preparation, dosing (group and/or individual), and integration sessions. A typical protocol includes a series of 3-6 Ketamine dosing sessions interspersed with psychotherapy. All participants will need to connect with a prescriber to determine eligibility and get a prescription. The $75 is refundable if you are not medically eligible to be prescribed ketamine.
I partner with a telehealth platform called Journey Clinical for the medical aspects of KAP treatment.
Nichole will follow up with you after registration to schedule an individual preparation and integration sessions, help you connect with a prescriber if needed, and to discuss your individual protocol.
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a psychedelic assisted treatment and experiential modality. KAP combines the anti depressant and anti anxiety pharmaceutical effects of ketamine and longer lasting shifts via psychotherapy and support. The group format offers connection/belonging not available via one to one therapy sessions, and offers a more affordable entry point to working with this medicine.
This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to use ketamine as an additional tool to heal trauma and nervous system issues, or for depression relapse prevention through the Winter season.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
PAYMENT
Private pay only for the dosing sessions/groups. Insurance coverage possible for individual and group preparation and integration sessions.
$175 per group, billed at time of service.
Health Savings account eligible.
Payment plans possible.
$75 deposit holds your spot to attend 3 scheduled groups and goes toward the fee for 3rd group
ELIGIBILITY
Current capacity for each group is 4 clients with possible increase with a co therapist. In person group with televideo attendance possible.
Each person's protocol will be tailored to you and will include at least one initial individual and follow up session with Nichole. Additional ketamine therapy sessions may be recommended.
All participants will need to connect with a prescriber to determine eligibility and get a prescription. The $75 is refundable if you are not medically eligible to be prescribed ketamine.
My current preference for prescribing is partner telehealth platform Journey Clinical. I am working on the possibility of partnering with a local prescriber.
I am happy to coordinate care with your current individual therapist.
KAP group can be a wonderful complement to the services you are already participating in. Nichole will work with each individual to tailor your KAP protocol to you situation, needs, and goals.
AFTER REGISTERING
Watch for a follow up email from Nichole 24-48 hours after you register with onboarding instructions and next steps to prepare for your KAP group journey. No driving for up to 24 hours after prescribed ketamine use, so begin making transportation arrangements for in person attendance. Those attending by televideo will need a chaperone in the home.
Once you have filled out onboarding forms via your Simple Practice Client Portal, please request an initial appointment with Nichole or Angela at least 5 days BEFORE the first schedule ketamine group. In this session you will discuss current symptoms or issues you wish to address, strengths & supports, goals, and begin preparing for ketamine and group experience.
WAIT LIST
As the wait list fills, I will add additional group dates. Your deposit will be refunded if we aren't able to find a group that works for you.
This program is a fruitful way to take a deeper dive into their mindfulness practice and specifically apply mindfulness to experiences of tension, stress, and stress reactivity.
Day of Mindfulness will support you to:
Register at https://dayyogastudio.com/day-mindfulness
The Day of Mindfulness curriculum and teaching method is inspired by the evidence based Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program, the gold standard of mindfulness training in medical and research settings. This program is trauma sensitive and is also appropriate for those with concerns about burnout and chronic stress, including workplace, caregiver, and health stress.
Appropriate for beginner and intermediate mindfulness practitioners, as well as advanced practitioners who want to spend an afternoon in practice with others.
Join us for this experiential learning opportunity!
Healing Savings Account eligible
This is an in person events at Day Yoga Studio
1100 Brown St.
Dayton, OH 45409
Register at https://dayyogastudio.com/day-mindfulness