Healing from trauma can be a journey. The way we heal is greatly impacted by who we are as individuals, the identities we hold, our geographies, and our histories. Access to resources like therapy can be challenging for some and those people still deserve the opportunity to have space held for them and to experience community. With respect to the far-reaching and complex impact of trauma, CARE offers alternative forms of healing for survivors including yoga, journaling, music, art, and dance.

Healing programs are open to all current UCLA students of all genders and backgrounds. Programs are also available by request and can be tailored to the unique needs of individuals and communities. If you would like more information about requesting a program for your organization or department, please contact CARE.

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Standing (Em)Power: Taking Up Space

Self-Esteem is a very vital element in our mental health and well-being. Led by CARE Advocate Priscilla Gomez, this workshop will help inform survivors of how trauma can lead to low self-esteem but will also help survivors rediscover their voice, their strength, and who they are on the inside. The workshop would contain different approaches to building up self-esteem consist of: identifying strengths, stress relieving exercises, using “I” statements, practicing vocal power, talking to others, saying “no”, speaking confidently/assertively, positive affirmations, and setting SMART Goals.

Intake with a CARE Advocate is required for participation..​​​​​​

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A W(rite) to Heal

Every survivor has a story, come write about yours! Led by CARE Advocate Claire Amabile, this four-session healing program will encourage survivors to lean into their creative side by taking pen to paper and journaling about the different session’s topics. Topics will focus on healing, resiliency, and community support. Journals, writing equipment, snacks and refreshments will be served!

Intake with a CARE Advocate is required for participation.

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Discovering Joy After Trauma

Pleasure can be described as a feeling of happy satisfaction or enjoyment. Pleasure can also be a measure of freedom. Led by CARE Advocate Rebecca, Reintegrating Pleasure After Trauma is a healing program focused on providing a safe space for survivors to reintroduce joy and pleasure in their everyday lives through peer-to-peer connections, discussions, and opportunities for creative expression.

Intake with a CARE Advocate is required for participation.

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