July 2020
Stacey Brown & Associates, Counseling and Wellness
Hello Friends,

I know you are weary, hot and worried. Some of you may even be irritated and scared. I believe those feelings are normal given our current situation. In Florida, especially, the Pandemic continues on. Political leadership continues to be confusing at best. And, it's clear that social changes for human rights are long overdue.  

Astrologically, we have a similar planetary position to the skies around the time of the 1918 Pandemic and the American Revolution. Hmmmmm... suddenly, everything makes sense, doesn't it? As of the end of June, Mars has entered Aries and it will remain here through January, 2021. This means that there is great potential for lots of energy and alchemy.... that means transition and CHANGE. I believe that this means that we have the potential for determining this change in our personal lives as well as in the larger picture.

Of importance, please know that we are not going to open the office this summer. We know that so many of you have requested face-to-face meetings like it used to be. So many of you have talked about missing our beautiful office, drinking tea, and sinking into our couches for good, healing conversation and hanging out with Flaco.

Please understand, your safety and well-being is our top priority.

Although telecounseling is not the same as sitting together in a cozy room, it is a way for us to stay in touch with you, continue to help you, and for everyone to be safe. Almost all of our services are available by phone, video or online, including counseling, Ayurvedic consultation, meditation training and distance Reiki

We are considering not only the CDC and World Health Organization recommendations, but we are also considering our professional organizations’ recommendation and the trends across the country with therapists in private practice.

One of the greatest accomplishments for true wellness is the ability to be creative, flexible and resilient during times of change and difficulty. We remain dedicated to service to you. But, we have to provide our care from a distance.  

If you can, stay home. Be well. Stay safe. Take care of yourselves. We can help. And we are open to suggestions you may have. Follow us on Facebook, Linked In, Twitter and Instagram to stay in touch and be the first to learn about upcoming online events.

Have a safe and celebratory 4th of July. Please be mindful of procedures for safety.

Always in our hearts,
Stacey
Special Events
Our friends at Yoga Bird Studio will be offering a FREE online YOGA FESTIVAL !  Stacey Brown will be a special guest of Yoga Bird Studio's "Garlands of Stars". Join her for some online painting and mindfulness instruction on July 2nd and Live Conversation on July 9th at 6:30 on the topic of Managing Stress and Uncertainty. Join Stacey and other Yogis here for asana practice, philosophy and practical application of living well:  Yoga Bird "Garlands of Stars


Join Christar Damiano on Monday July 13th 7:30 pm- 8:45pm outside in the courtyard at Jason's Deli, 13550 Reflections Pkwy, Fort Myers, FL 33907. She will be hosting a Crystal Bowl Sound Bath with EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Tapping.  Please RSVP by text, phone or FB Messenger to Christar Damiano 239-560-4016. Space will be limited due to social distancing. Safety regulations will be in place. Love Donations appreciated.
Supportive Services
Valarie Olsen is offering a series of short, one minute micro-sessions to use almost anywhere throughout the day to reset, refresh, release, and to re-engage in your work, parenting and beyond. Enjoy connecting with a few of Valarie's recent pop up's HERE, HERE, and HERE.




What better time to learn the five qualities of the breath, how to use one focused attention and how to meditate? For additional support, Valarie, Heidi and Stacey are offering private meditation sessions . 



 Meditation can help reduce the symptoms of anxiety, trauma and grief. Generally speaking, you can be meditating all on your own after three or four meetings with practice. Let us help you get there with easy, step by step instructions.  Schedule your appointment HERE .

Christar is offering Distance Reiki Sessions. Yes, energy healing can be completed from a distance. Special techniques used in Reiki enables the healing to transcend distance to help you calm anxiety, heal and relax. You may learn more about Reiki HERE . To book an appointment for yourself, click HERE

Christar has been busy offering virtual, free crystal bowl concerts on Facebook.  She will be offering these concerts often, so follow us on Facebook to get the invitations.  To listen to a beautiful, healing sound bath, click HERE.
In the News
Stacey is now a Reiki Master Practitioner and an Advanced Yoga Teacher (RYT 500)!  She graduated from both of these programs in June after studying and practicing for two years. She now has even more tools available to help you find your answers. Send her an email for information about energy healing and private yoga instruction .


Both Stacey and Valarie are now Certified Clinical Telemental Health Practitioners!  You can feel safe with them in telecounseling,
as they are certified in best practices.

Special Thank You

Heidi Swanson is on the front lines of the Pandemic serving as a Medical Social Worker in the hospital emergency room. Despite her tireless service, she still sees clients for us! Thank you, Heidi, for your dedication. She has weekend hours and is available for counseling sessions online.

Gift Certificate
Looking for the perfect gift? Consider a gift certificate    for Meditation Training , a Massage , an Ayurvedic Consultation  or a Reiki Treatment . 
 Give the gift of self care. It's always a favorite.   
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