Description
By purchasing this product you are registering to attend the conference/this workshop VIRTUALLY if you would like to attend in person please register at http://www.jackhirose.com/workshop/healing-through-tradition/
This workshop will be live streaming to online participants on July 14 – 17, 2025 from 8:15am – 12:30pm (Kelowna, BC)
Please adjust your start time according to your specific time zone.
Recorded footage and all course content (certificate, videos, quiz) will be available until August 25, 2025. Extensions cannot be granted under any circumstances.
Please allow 3 – 10 business days after the course airs for recorded footage to become available.
Registration will close on July 13, 2025.
Join Dr. Lyons in this transformative four-day workshop, Healing through Tradition: Reclaiming Culture, Identity, and Spirituality, held in Kelowna, BC. This workshop is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of trauma, spirituality, and cultural healing practices from an Indigenous perspective. Day 1 focuses on the foundational concepts of intergenerational trauma, exploring its historical roots and its profound impact on identity, culture, and overall well-being. Participants will learn about the role of spirituality in healing, with an emphasis on Indigenous spiritual traditions and ceremonies that promote resilience and recovery. Storytelling and traditional knowledge will also be explored as vital tools for preserving culture and fostering healing within communities.
On Day 2, the workshop transitions to practical strategies for healing and community empowerment. Participants will explore how to integrate Indigenous healing practices into mental health care and educational settings, equipping them with culturally relevant tools for supporting individual and collective well-being. Through interactive discussions, participants will develop an understanding of how communal practices—such as traditional ceremonies and group healing activities—can strengthen communities and promote long-term resilience. The day will also delve into the importance of cultural identity reclamation and the vital role youth play in these processes, through mentorship and leadership initiatives.
Days 3 and 4 focus on applying the lessons learned and empowering communities to move forward in the healing journey. On Day 3, participants will engage in cultural connection activities that integrate mindfulness, meditation, and grounding exercises, while reflecting on their personal and collective healing journeys. The group will also reconnect with ancestral wisdom through storytelling and spiritual rituals. Day 4 culminates in collaborative action planning, where participants will work together to create community-based healing projects, fostering Indigenous leadership and education. The workshop will conclude with a celebratory closing circle and a communal healing ceremony, honoring the shared growth, cultural reconnection, and renewed commitment to healing within Indigenous communities. Set in the beautiful landscape of Kelowna, BC, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with both the land and each other in the pursuit of collective healing.
Day 1: Understanding Trauma and Spirituality in Healing
- Understand Intergenerational Trauma
Recognize its historical roots and ongoing effects on identity, culture, and well-being.
- Explore Spirituality in Healing
Appreciate the role of Indigenous spiritual practices and ceremonies in promoting resilience.
- Value Storytelling and Traditional Knowledge
Learn how storytelling preserves culture and fosters healing.
Day 2: Practical Approaches to Healing and Community Empowerment
- Integrate Indigenous Healing Practices
Apply cultural tools and strategies in mental health and educational settings.
- Strengthen Communities Through Healing
Use communal practices like ceremonies and wellness circles to promote resilience.
- Reclaim Cultural Identity
Recognize the importance of language, cultural practices, and youth involvement in healing.
Day 3: Guided Healing Practices and Cultural Revitalization
- Engage in Healing Practices
Participate in mindfulness, meditation, and grounding exercises for personal and collective healing.
- Reconnect with Ancestral Wisdom
Explore storytelling and spiritual rituals for healing and cultural revitalization.
- Empower Youth in Cultural Healing
Develop strategies for youth mentorship and leadership in cultural preservation.
Day 4: Application, Collaboration, and Moving Forward
- Develop Community-Based Healing Initiatives
Collaborate on creating actionable, community-driven healing projects.
- Reflect and Commit to Ongoing Healing
Commit to applying workshop teachings in personal and community healing efforts.
- Participate in a Communal Healing Ceremony
Celebrate shared growth and reaffirm commitment to cultural reconnection and healing.
Education and Clinical Professionals: K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors/Psychologists, Learning Assistance/ Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers. All other professionals who support students including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers, and Early Childhood Educators.
Varleisha D. Lyons Ph.D, OTD, OTR/L is a renowned occupational therapist, author, and speaker who is deeply passionate about promoting culturally intelligent and spiritually centered mental health care. As a woman of African American and Native American heritage, with ancestral ties to the Haliwa-Saponi tribe through her grandmother, Dr. Lyons is dedicated to integrating Indigenous spiritual practices into modern therapeutic frameworks.
Her work is rooted in a commitment to honoring diverse traditions and creating holistic approaches that address the mind, body, and spirit. She draws inspiration from practices such as storytelling, nature-based rituals, and ancestral healing, advocating for their inclusion in contemporary mental health systems.
Dr. Lyons is a tireless advocate for mental health parity and equity, particularly for underserved communities of Indigenous and African descent. Her mission is to bridge traditional healing practices with modern therapeutic methods, fostering understanding and respect for cultural identity and spiritual connection.
As a highly sought-after speaker and author, Dr. Lyons empowers audiences worldwide to embrace diversity, advocate for systemic change, and celebrate the intersection of heritage and healing in occupational therapy and beyond.
| Registration | Early bird Fee | Regular Fee |
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| Individual Enrollment | $684.00 | N/A |
| Group 3 - 7 | $634.00 | N/A |
| Group 8 - 14 | $609.00 | N/A |
| Group 15+ | $584.00 | N/A |
| Full-Time Student | $584.00 | N/A |
All fees are in Canadian dollars ($CAD) and per person.
Group rates and student discounts are available. Please contact webinars@jackhirose.com for more information.
Fees are per person, seat sharing is not allowed. Please respect this policy, failure to comply will result in termination of access without a refund. For group rates please contact webinars@jackhirose.com
