Current Openings
*FOR WOMEN ONLY*
This is a safe and professionally led space for women who have experienced or are experiencing partner betrayal trauma. Great space to vent, process or speak about current struggles and/or situations. Have you ever felt like perhaps others may not truly understand? Do you have some holiday stress or situations that you would like to bring up for group feedback? This would be a safe and confidential space for that.
-Professionally led
-About 8o min. minimum up to 90 min. maximum per session.
-Bi-weekly
-Affordable $20-$40 per month
-Able to purchase month by month, or several months at once.
DATES & TIMES:
Saturdays 10:30a ET/ 9:30aCT / 8:30a MT / 7:30a PT
Nov 9th & 23rd ($20)
Dec. 7th & 21st ($40)
Jan 4th & 25th ($40)
Feb 1st & 15th (($40)
*REMINDERS:
-Gentle reminder, this is a support group there may be occasional suggested assignments, however in general support groups are not a substitute for therapy or coaching.
-Possible activating language (although all are reminded to be respectful of one another, some language may be used when sharing.)
-Coach SL supports women of all different cultures & backgrounds. No forms of hatred towards any other women of different beliefs and/or backgrounds please. Diverse friendly, all women are welcomed.
How to check-out:
1. Click "book" below
2. Scroll down to "classes"
3. Click on the corresponding month you would like to purchase.
4. Click on either 1 of 2 options dates that appears on calendar. You will be emailed for both monthly meetings.
5. There will be a zoom link email send]t after purchase. One zoom link for both groups per month.
You will receive an email with further instruction shortly before our first group session. Thank you.
New Betrayal Trauma Support Group Interest Sign UP!2 in 1 - Support group & frame drum!
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Details:
Frame Drumming & betrayed partners Support Group
Hello! Are you looking for a new support group? Are you looking for self-care ideas? Have you tried other things to help support with your triggers? Are you open to new ideas to help support your nervous system? I am putting together a support group for betrayed partners. I will be running an 8-week support group incorporating the frame drum.
You don’t need to know anything about the frame drum to learn to play! You can also use an Amazon box, if you need to! This is for betrayed women who have never played the drum, or any betrayed partners who are experts! EVERY level is welcomed! I am no expert at this instrument and am a new student myself! This drum has truly inspired me. I recognized that the mental benefits from drumming NEEDED to be shared!
The history of frame drumming is powerful. The timeline leads to say that this was the first instrument created, and that the main people that played it were women! Layne Redmon’s book “When the drummers were women” really sheds light on this incredible story. How empowering!
This is a group for all and any betrayed partner. You belong, you are not alone, and you will find a powerful sisterhood.
Discover your own healing power, with the beautiful sound of drum!
Healing benefits are real! Global music nominee Marla Leigh breaks it down perfectly!
Drumming isn’t just fun – it’s a powerhouse for your health! Here’s why:
Zaps Stress & Anxiety: Get your zen on! Drumming lowers cortisol and amps up those feel-good endorphins, leaving you relaxed and happy.
Boosts Your Immune System: Drum your way to better health. It ramps up your body's natural defenses, helping you fight off those nasty bugs.
Supercharges Your Brain: Juggling rhythms sharpens your mind. Better focus, memory, and problem-solving? Yes, please!
Eases Chronic Pain: Beat the pain! Drumming distracts and releases endorphins, acting like a natural painkiller.
Lifts Your Mood: Express yourself and let those emotions flow. Drumming boosts your self-esteem and makes you feel amazing.
-An article posted by Seabrook.org also adds:
"Muller, a psychology professor at York University and author of the book, Trauma and the Struggle to Open Up, believes that drumming, often combined with group therapy, allows for “creative and non-judgmental expression of emotions.” For many people, sharing a circle and a beat with other people releases somatic tension often associated with PTSD, trauma, and mental health issues.
For years, scientific researchers have uncovered the positive effects of drumming. For example, a 2018 study determined that the process helped people with mental health issues and their caregivers. The results indicated that “emotional, psychological, and social dimensions of well-being emerged for both patients and carers, accounted for through six themes.” We list those verbatim:
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Hedonia: positive affect and pleasant physical effects of drumming.
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Agency: initiative and sense of control.
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Accomplishment: non-specific and in relation to musical goals.
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Engagement, through focus and flow.
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A redefinition of self, through self-awareness, construction of a positive identity, self-prospection, and incorporation of a musical identity.
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Social well-being, through connectedness and positive relationships.
Click here, to read the full article.
Optional book to purchase: Layne Redmonds "When the drummers were women."
Amazon link to book, click here.
Picking out your drum!
I recommend the smallest size purchased to be a 12” framed drum. The 8 and 10” can be harder to get sounds from, but does work also. Many purchase their drums by the company named Remo. There are many different sounds and the drums come already pre-tuned, so stress on changing the sounds or anything. Remo has two types of “skins,” the fiberskin and the renaissance feel. The Renaissance frame drum is a deeper sound and sounds best with at least a 16.” West music has great prices: click here.