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Group Retreat

Enhancing Team Performance and Well-being Through Therapeutic Nature-Based Experiences

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All About Wendy – Your Wellness Consultant

Objective

Committed to enhancing well-being and reducing stress within your corporate environment.

Background

Diverse background in corporate wellness, she equips clients with practical self-care techniques, fostering empowerment and resilience.

Approach

Her Holistic approach to wellness addresses chronic pain as a multifaceted condition necessitating comprehensive lifestyle adjustments. This approach nurtures creativity and problem-solving abilities, as individuals experience improved cognitive function and emotional balance.

Inspiration

Inspired by her experiences in Japan, where she witnessed the revitalizing impact of Shinrin-yoku (also known as forest therapy), she integrates nature's healing essence into corporate wellness initiatives.

Outcomes

The enhancement of productivity by fostering physical and mental well-being but also mitigation of burnout rates by promoting stress reduction and resilience-building practices

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Stress: Common Life & Work Problem

Wendy has created experiences that help clients recognize and release stress that accumulates in our bodies, often below our level of awareness. 

When teams relax and connect

the quality of connection and communication improves

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Services Offered

Nature based Stress Reduction Offerings

Self -Myofascial release

Nature Journaling

Coastal Bluff

Hike/Tidal Exploration

Shinrin Yoku (Forest Therapy)

Note: While these can be stand-alone experiences are most effective to be offered throughout a weekend

Silent Disco

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Experience Shinrin Yoku (Forest Therapy)

Experience can be crafted into as little as one hour, but three hours highly recommended.

What is it?

Shinrin-yoku is rooted in extensive research from Japan as a pioneering solution to workplace stress

Health Benefits

Through immersion in nature, reduces stress, boosts immunity, and enhances well-being

Team Benefits

Mental clarity, creativity, and team cohesion, creating a healthier and more balanced workforce

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Nature's Influence: Harnessing Wellness and Creativity �Through Corporate Nature Journaling

Nature journaling fosters mindfulness, reducing stress and enhancing mental health. It also improves observation, problem-solving, and creativity, benefiting workplace performance.

Through shared experiences, team cohesion and communication is strengthened. Corporate clients gain clearer perception and listening skills for the workplace.

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Relax and Re-posture: Treating the Effects of Technology

Self-myofascial release session

Health Benefits

Participants are guided in identifying areas of tightness or tension within their bodies

Physical discomfort is addressed, fostering relaxation and stress reduction. Mindfulness and self-regulation is enhanced, resulting in healthier lifestyle choices and heightened focus.

Attendees will also receive resources to initiate and sustain a self-myofascial release practice in their daily lives!

Continued Benefits

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Corporate clients experience numerous health benefits. The activity promotes fun and physical activity, reducing stress. It fosters connections among participants through shared enjoyment of music and movement.

Silent Disco an Experience in Connection

Drawing from Emile Durkheim's concept of collective effervescence, the shared experience creates a sense of unity and belonging, enhancing mental well-being

and reducing feelings of isolation.

Option 1:

Guided by fun and invigorating music, join Wendy for a hike out to our beautiful Costanoan bluffs to shake off stress and sharpen your ability to focus.

Option 2:

Silent disco dance party for your group (bar cart may be added on).

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Coastal Bluff Hike/Tidal exploration

Participants connect as they hike out to the beautiful bluffs with inspirational music. They are guided into a brief meditation and group connection fostered by nature once they arrive at the ocean

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Background and Training

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Expert Level Myofascial Therapist
  • BS Exercise Nutrition from CSUH
  • Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Trail Consultant
  • Stanford Compassion Ambassador
  • Certified Yoga Teacher
  • Certified Nature Journaling Educator
  • Certified WIlderness First Aide

TRAINING & COURSES

  • Stanford Compassions Ambassador
  • Esalen Workshops: Somatics
  • Dr. Andrew Weil lifestyle medicine skills
  • Forest Bathing Conference
  • Wisdom 2.0 - 11 years
  • Spirit Rock Meditation Center - 25 years
  • Physical Therapy Assistant, Sports medicine
  • Year long study compassionate communication
  • Member of Nature and Health Alliance

SPEAKING & TEACHING ENGAGEMENTS

  • San Mateo and Santa Clara County Schools Palo Alto Medical Foundation Fremont, Burlingame, Santa Cruz, and Palo Alto, CA
  • Ravenswood Family Health Center East Palo Alto, CA
  • Big Panda Mountain View, CA
  • Oracle Redwood City, CA
  • Veterans Administration Palo Alto, CA
  • Stanford Research Institute Menlo Park, CA
  • Retreat Leader
  • Wellness Consultant Contra Costa County Health Care Providers
  • Retreat Leader for Sutter Health

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Please inquire for pricing and more details

  • Mix and match to create a mini retreat feel for you team
  • Experiences range from 1-3 hours each, depending on your needs.
  • Experiences can be stand alone or combined to create a retreat

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