Co-Leader/Alternative Contact Name: Mary Prishtina, ValleyCare Health Library
Co-Leader/Alternative Contact Phone Number: 925-734-3315 - Please call this number at ValleyCare Health Library and ask for Mary for general information about the class. Co-Leader/Alternative Contact Email Address: mprishti@valleycare.com
Support Group Mailing Address:
60 Mission Dr., Suite C
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Support Group Purpose: Provide psychological tools for pain and stress management for persons with fibromyalgia, arthritis, and other chronic pain conditions in a supportive environment.
Support Group Meeting Location:
ValleyCare Health Library 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd.,Suite 270 Pleasanton, CA 94588 United States
Meeting Day(s): First (1st) Wednesday of each Month
Start time: 11:00am
End time: 12:00pm
Membership cost/donations: Free - No Charge - Open
Activities: CBT Strategies and Support: Learn how thoughts,emotions,and sensations combine to create our total pain experience. Brainstorm how to challenge discouraging thoughts to reduce stress (cognitive restructuring).Practice relaxation techniques. Empathy.
