Classes, Groups & Workshops
We want to nourish the “whole” you! The Healing Room offers a variety of classes and workshops at our location on Pine Hall Road in State College. From movement and mindfulness, to expressive arts, support groups and self-care, come join us for one of our wellness offerings to help you thrive!
Somatic Release Class
Fridays 7:00-8:30pm
Sept. 19 | Oct. 24 | Nov. 14
When was the last time you let yourself feel? That you gave yourself space to think about what you really want? Explore somatic techniques featuring The Emotional Tour.® During this class, you’ll be guided through joy, grief, confidence, and more by licensed trauma therapist and women’s empowerment coach, Kathy Gates, LCSW, CTT, and live musician, Jennifer Bitner. Through physical and emotional movement, you are invited to step into your power and release what you no longer need to carry. Learn how to give yourself permission to relax into abundance and receive all the juicy bits of life.
Led by Kathy Gates, LCSW, CTT
Cost: $30/session
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The Still Point:
Gentle Yoga, Mindfulness & Breathwork
Saturdays at 10:30am
Sept. 13 - October 25
This all-levels class combines mindful movement, breathwork, and short meditation practices designed to reduce stress, increase resilience, and support overall wellbeing. Each class emphasizes accessible yoga postures and gentle flow sequences that help regulate the nervous system and foster a sense of supreme grounding and clarity.
Led by: Mary Mbaba, MPH, PhD (200-hour YTT). I am a yoga instructor, behavioral health interventionist, and social psychology researcher focused on yoga and mindfulness-based interventions for substance use and mental health healing. Practicing yoga since 2012 and instructing since 2014, I recently (July 2025) completed my mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) Foundations course at Brown University. Alongside teaching, I am currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at Penn State, where my work explores community-based approaches to promoting mental health equity. I look forward to meeting you on the mat! *Classes are free to attend, with optional donations to support the space.
Cost: FREE / Dontation Based
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Art Journal Alchemists
Third Monday of the month
6:00-7:30pm
Sept. 15 | Oct. 20 | Nov. 17 | Dec. 15
Creative journaling is a safe space to explore and release feelings through visual and written expression. A regular art practice can help with understanding one’s emotions and can improve clarity and insight. Art journaling also encourages experimentation with different materials and techniques without fear of judgment. It can help rekindle creativity that may be dormant due to daily life pressures.
Join us for this monthly art journaling gathering where we will learn expressive techniques to encourage healing, growth, and creativity. This group is designed for adult participants who are seeking something engaging and creative. Our monthly sessions will focus on process, exploration, discovery, and play.
This group provides a safe and sacred space for expressing our creative selves through a variety of activities including collage, acrylic paint, pastels, and watercolor.
All materials supplied. No art experience necessary.
Led by Amy Frank, LAPC, ATR-P
Cost: $20/session
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Drum Flow
Third Wednesday the month
6:00-7:00pm
Sept. 17 | Oct. 15 | Nov. 19 | Dec. 17
No experience needed. Just show up and play! Drum Flow is a monthly community drum circle focused on rhythm & connection.
Let go of the noise in your head and find your rhythm. DrumFlow is a monthly community drum circle where you can drop the stress, pick up a drum, reconnect, and have fun. We don’t lecture. We don’t analyze. We just play. Whether you’re a total beginner or you’ve been drumming for years, DrumFlow is about showing up, making noise, and letting the rhythm move you. Bring your own drum or use one of ours. Come ready to shake off the day and let the beat do what words can’t.
Led by Josh Crownover, LAPC
Cost: $20/session
Sliding scale available for first responders, email jcrownover.thr@gmail.com.
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Yoga Nidra:
Rest and Restore
First Thursday of the month
6:00-7:00pm
Oct. 2 | Nov. 6 | Dec. 4
Say yes to rest! Yoga Nidra is a guided journey into restoration and nervous system reset. No expectations. Just you, your mat, some props, and the power of rest. You’ll simply show up, get comfy (plenty of blankets and props provided), and let your mind quiet as your body deeply restores. Science-backed perks include better sleep, reduced stress, improved mood, and more.
Ready to trade hustle for stillness? Join us the first Thursday of each month for this deeply intentional, soul-soothing, and scientifically backed practice.
Led by Lori Wieder, LAPC, C-IAYT
Cost: $20/session
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Narrative Therapy:
Creative Writing
Saturdays 1:00-2:30pm
Oct. 4 - Nov. 8, 2025
We all carry stories—some we’ve been told, some we’ve told ourselves. And over time, those stories can shape how we see ourselves, what we believe we’re capable of, and how we relate to others.
This six-week therapeutic writing group is a space to explore those stories with curiosity, compassion, and creativity. Using narrative therapy and guided writing prompts, you’ll begin to notice which parts of your story feel true, which ones you’ve outgrown, and which ones you’re ready to rewrite.
Each week includes a grounding check-in, a themed prompt, quiet writing time, and space to share (if you’d like to). You don’t need to be a writer to join—just someone who’s ready to show up, reflect, and express.
Whether you’re working through a life transition, healing from something hard, or simply wanting to get to know yourself better, this group offers a supportive and nonjudgmental space to begin writing the next chapter—on your own terms.
Led by Elena Greenland, LAPC, NCC
Cost: $20/session
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All About Me: Wellness & Self Exploration for Women 18-30
Mondays 6:00pm
Oct. 27 | Nov. 3 | Nov. 10 | Nov. 24
Come and join us for a 4-week long group experience. This group is focusing on bringing like-minded women who want to embrace their wellness and self-love. In this group, we will explore different topics, such as self-esteem, appropriate selfishness, and much more. The goal after 4 weeks is to have made strong connections, created a personal wellness plan, and enhanced all things self. This class will meet at the Healing Room. Please bring your beautiful self, some fun energy, and an open mind!
Led by Roxanne Myers, Master’s Intern
Cost: FREE! Registration required
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Brothers in Balance:
Men’s Support Group
First Wednesday of each month starting Nov. 5, 2025!
6:00-7:30pm
Nov. 5 | Dec. 3 | Jan. 7 | Feb. 4 | March 4 | April 1
A space for connection and support for life’s challenges.
We know that being a man often means carrying a lot—and being expected to carry it quietly. Brothers in Balance is a group for men who are navigating the stress, pressure, and responsibilities of life and looking for a place to feel understood. Whether you’re overwhelmed, feeling disconnected, or you just know something needs to shift, this group offers a supportive environment where you don’t have to walk that path alone. We’re not here to fix each other or sit around talking in circles. This is about showing up, being real, and building connection with other men who get it. You won’t be pushed to share more than you want to—but if you’re ready to be part of honest conversations and a healthier way forward, we’d be honored to have you. Some guys come to this group because they’re going through a tough time. Others just need a place to take off the armor once in a while. Whatever brings you here, you’ll find respect, clarity, and community.
Led by Josh Crownover, LAPC, NCC
Cost:
$20/session
$15/session “Bring a Brother” rate when you bring a friend
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Healing Heroes:
First Responder Stress Solutions
Second Wednesday of each month starting Nov. 12, 2025!
6:00-7:30pm
Nov. 12 | Dec. 10 | Jan. 14 | Feb. 11 | March 11 | April 8
Healing Heroes is a support and wellness group created specifically for those who serve on the front lines—firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, police officers, dispatchers, corrections officers, and others in high-stakes roles.
We understand that the cumulative stress of your work doesn’t always stay at work, and that talking to someone who doesn’t get the job can sometimes make things feel even more isolating. This group offers a confidential, judgment-free space to unpack the weight of the job and learn strategies to manage chronic stress, hypervigilance, trauma exposure, and emotional fatigue. Sessions blend peer support, guided self-regulation practices (like grounding, breathwork, and body awareness), and practical tools to build resilience and prevent burnout. You’ll leave each session with increased clarity, a greater sense of connection, and tools you can use immediately—both on and off duty. Whether you’re brand new to the field or a seasoned veteran, Healing Heroes is here to support your mental and emotional well-being with people who understand the realities you face
Led by Josh Crownover, licensed therapist & E.M.T.
Cost:
$20/session
Special $60 “Department Bundle” - up to five from the same department. Email jcrownover.thr@gmail.com.
Note: as a fellow responder, I know the cost of showing up every day – and I want this space to give something back. If money’s tight, talk to me. Nobody will be turned away for lack of funds. Email jcrownover.thr@gmail.com
Winter Wellness Weekend:
Your Pre-Holiday Reset
Friday-Sunday
November 7-9, 2025
Marrara's Mountain Lodge, Tyrone, PA
The end of the year can feel like a beautiful pressure cooker — deadlines, holiday prep, endless to-dos. Before the rush takes over, hit your personal reset button with the THR Winter Wellness Weekend, Nov 7–9, at Marrara's Mountain Lodge, just ten minutes outside of State College, PA.
This 3-day restorative retreat is your invitation to slow down, let go, and begin again. It’s a trauma-informed, body-aware, soul-smart space where you’ll be seen, held, and empowered. You’re not broken — you’re becoming.
What to expect:
🧘♀️ Gentle Yoga & Meditation to calm your nervous system
🔥 Bonfire Ritual & Forest Bathing for grounding and release
🎶 Sound Bath & Yoga Nidra to deeply relax and restore
🌿 Guided Journaling, Nourishment, & Connection to create your personalized winter wellness plan
All sessions, supplies, and nourishing meals are included in your $500 ticket. Please note: this is a non-residential retreat. Lodging is not included, but there are many nearby hotel and Airbnb options in State College.
This is your warm, soft landing before the year-end whirlwind—a space to rest, reflect, reset, and embrace a pleasure-based, whole-life approach to wellness. Reserve your spot now and give yourself permission to pause. Because you deserve to feel good.
(Schedule: Friday 7pm-9:30pm ~ Saturday 10am-8:30pm ~ Sunday 10am-12pm)
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Somatic Yin Yoga
Tuesdays 5:30-6:30pm
Sept. 30 - Nov. 18, 2025
Whether you’re holding it all together on the outside but exhausted on the inside, or simply need to befriend your body and come back home to yourself, this practice is for you. Somatic Yin Yoga weaves longer-held, gentle yin postures with somatic movements to release tension in the body and mind, and nourish you on every level.
So often our bodies are stuck in fight, flight or freeze without us even realizing it — sticky shoulders, shallow breath, tight hips, clenched jaw, that constant hum of anxious energy and buzzing thoughts... this practice meets you there.
Grounded yin yoga shapes work with your muscles and fascia to soften long-held tensions. (Supported by tons of props, time and tenderness!)
Embodied mindfulness practices release the grip of busy “thinking brain” and guide awareness down and into the body to rest in a powerful space of quiet awareness.
Somatic movements retrain the nervous system to release habitual patterns, contractions, and stuck energy.
Come as you are and connect, explore, release, and cultivate inner stillness. Somatic Yin Yoga is yoga from the inside out.
Led by Lori Wieder, LAPC, C-IAYT
Cost: $120 for the full 8-week series
NOTE: class is waitlist only. Please email lori.thehealingroom@gmail.com to be added!
The Emotional Tour Class
The Emotional Tour™️ Class is offered monthly by licensed trauma therapist and women’s empowerment coach, Kathy Gates, LCSW, CTT, and live musician, Jennifer Bitner. Through physical and emotional movement, you are invited to step into your power and release what you no longer need to carry. Learn how to give yourself permission to relax into abundance and receive all the juicy bits of life!