Are you feeling hurt, isolated, or overcome with despair? You are not alone. Current research shows that one in three Americans suffer from an episode of depression during their lifespan. However, there is hope.
Led by some of the world’s most innovative researchers and healers on the topic, this workshop helps empower you to:
- Train your brain through meditation and aerobic exercises that research shows can decrease symptoms of depression
- Experience deep listening and breathing techniques to reconnect with your authentic self and acknowledge and release unpleasant emotions
- Practice anti-rumination strategies to end the spiral of negative thinking
- Learn about therapeutic lifestyle changes to increase sunlight exposure that positively transforms signaling in the brain
- Discover the power of Omega-3 fatty acids to decrease depressive symptoms and improve mood
Throughout the weekend, you engage personal community-building strategies to create purpose and belonging, and overcome isolation. You begin to embrace the healing power of gratitude and creative expression.
This workshop does not replace necessary therapy or medical treatment, but it does offer powerful lifestyle change opportunities.
More Information
Teachers are subject to change.
Schedule
| FRIDAY | |
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| 4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | Check In (Rooms available after 5:00 p.m.) |
| 7:30 p.m.–7:50 p.m. | Welcome & Orientation |
| 8:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | Workshop |
| SATURDAY | |
| 9:00 a.m.–Noon | Workshop |
| 2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. | Workshop |
| SUNDAY | |
| 9:00 a.m.–Noon | Workshop |
| 1:00 p.m. | Check Out |
The above schedule is subject to change at the discretion of the faculty.
The Children's Program is generally available during standard workshop hours only. Contact Omega registration at 877.944.2002 for details.
Dining Hall Hours (Meals begin with dinner on arrival day and end with lunch on departure day.):
Breakfast: 7:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m.
Lunch: Noon–2:00 p.m.
Dinner: 6:00 p.m.–7:15 p.m.
Daily Open Classes in meditation, yoga, tai chi, or movement (subject to availability):
7:00–8:00 a.m., 12:15–1:00 p.m., 5:30–6:15 p.m., 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Meet the Teachers
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Stephen Ilardi, PhD, is a professor of psychology, clinical neuroscientist, and nationally recogn ...
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Radha Agrawal is a community force. She is the cofounder, chief executive officer, and chief ...
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Jillian Pransky, author of Deep Listening, is an international presenter and a certified ...
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Tracey Shors, PhD, is a distinguished professor in the department of psychology and Center for Co ...
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Susan B. Lord, MD, is the executive director of the Center for Peace through Culture, a nonprofit ...
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Dixon Chibanda, PhD, is professor in psychiatry and director of the Wellcome Trust funded African ...
Tuition & Fees
| Title | Price |
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Transforming Depression Through Connection |
$410
regular
$455
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Tuition covers your workshop costs and time spent in class with the faculty. Please see Stay With Us below for accommodation choices—which include meals and other amenities for those who wish to stay with us. Or see Commute for those who will not be staying on campus overnight.
Accommodations cover your room, all meals, and use of amenities and facilities—which includes optional classes, evening performances, sampler classes (during the week), the lake, walking trails, parking, and all other guest services. A list of local hotels and inns is available for those who wish to stay off-campus and commute (see Commute below).
The commuter fee includes the benefits of our unique All-Inclusive Stay, without the cost of accommodations. A list of Local Hotels and Inns is available.
1 Night/Per Person Rates
| Friday or Saturday | Sunday-Thursday | 7-Night Stay |
|---|---|---|
| $ 55.00 | $ 45.00 | $ 40.00 |
Rhinebeck Campus
Omega reserves the right to cancel a program at any time. If Omega cancels a program, you will receive a full refund.
Refunds are available (less a $55 processing fee) up to eight days before your program or stay.
Nonrefundable credit toward a future Omega program or stay (less a $55 processing fee) is available if you give notice between seven and one day(s) before your program or stay. Credit may be applied to any Omega program or stay for one year following date of issue.
No credit or refund is available if you cancel on the arrival day; if you do not show up; or if you leave an event early for any reason. No refund will be available if you attend a program and are dissatisfied with its presentation or content.
For more cancellation policies, see individual workshops or the more detailed Omega Cancellations & Refund Policies page.
Travel Insurance
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Continuing Education
| Certificate of Attendance | $25 |
