Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, or chronic pain? Do you want to learn how to meditate in a way that aligns with your faith?
Join an online class to learn practical, Christian-based meditation techniques to help you reduce anxiety, cope with stress and pain, and find spiritual encouragement. Each 50-minute class will help you learn and practice at least one new strategy.
Week 1: An Introduction to Christian Meditation
Week 2: Shift Your Attention
Week 3: Pour Out Your Heart to God
Week 4: Notice God’s Good Gifts
Week 5: Contain Overwhelming Experiences
Week 6: Speak to Yourself
Week 7: Pay Attention to Your Body
Week 8: Plan Your Practice
CLICK HERE for a description of the concepts and strategies practiced each week.
Join Esther Smith, licensed and biblical counselor, for live, online classes starting Friday April 8th at 1PM
Join Esther Smith, licensed and biblical counselor, for live, online classes starting Friday September 16th at 1PM EST. The class will meet on Fridays on the following dates: September 16, September 23, (skip a week), October 7th, October 14th, October 21st, October 28th, November 4th, November 11th. November 18th will be a make-up day should a day of class need to be cancelled.
Class recordings will be sent out to people who are unable to make the live class time. Lifetime access to these recordings is included in the registration fee.
The cost of the class is 199$ for the entire eight-week class. A reduced early registration fee of of $150 will be offered for people who register before August 16th.
Space is limited.
Reach out to esthersmithcounseling@gmail.com with any questions.
**By registering, you acknowledge that this is a meditation class, not a support or therapy group.
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FAQ
1. Do I have to commit to the whole series of classes?
By registering you are signing up for all eight classes. If you are unable to attend one or more of the class times, you will still recieve a recording of the class to your email. See below for more details.
2. What if the live stream time doesn’t work for me?
In the event that you are unable to make a class time, you will still receive a recording of the class to your email. This recording will be made available to all class members within 24-48 hours of the live class time. Unlimited access to these videos is included in the registration fee to allow you to re-watch and re-practice the strategies as needed.
3. Are you able to offer me a reduced fee?
A limited number of scholarships are available for people who are truly unable to afford the full fee. Reach out to Esther at esthersmithcounseling@gmail.com to request.
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Class Reviews
“This class has been such a blessing to me! Esther teaches valuable techniques that have helped me to relax my mind and my body while incorporating Scripture and pointing me to Jesus. As someone one who suffers from debilitating pain, I am grateful to have these beneficial coping skills. I use them daily and they make such a difference. ” — Joyce M.
“I’ve been taking Esther’s meditation classes since she started as I feel they are very helpful. Like others in the group, I suffer with chronic pain, which can be very isolating. But Esther has created a space where a community can develop. Disabilities like mine can make meditation very challenging unless your teacher can help you find the modifications that work for you, and Esther is very knowledgeable, patient and compassionate.” — Terri B.
“I highly recommend Esther’s Christian Meditation class and appreciate the wealth of information shared. The tools taught are research-based but done from a Christian perspective. She skillfully weaves God’s Word into the techniques being presented.” — Katie M.
“Almost 2 years ago I got Covid which then developed into long Covid, giving me chronic fatigue and various other chronic pains. Several medical practitioners had suggested meditation to me but I wanted something that would align with my belief system and eventually found Esther’s classes. In these classes I have found so much. Peace at night which I needed long before long Covid kicked in. A voice and person I trust to really actively help me and a renewed sense of being able to do something that helps me every time. All of these in alignment with a faith that gives me hope. These sessions are often my life line.” — Carol B.
