Welcome to the Forgiveness Walk & Talk Workshop
with Dr. Katherine Echo Kim, L.Ac. ADS
In-Person in Westport, CT : Tuesdays 5-7pm
Online Forgiveness Walk & Talk: Friday 11am-1pm
Who the Forgiveness Walk & Talk Workshop is for
We welcome adults who are curious about forgiveness or interested in learning more about forgiving.
What to Expect
Privacy first. You don't have to share who or what you may wish to forgive.
Forgiveness is optional. You don’t have to forgive or reconcile with anyone to take part. You’re welcome to simply be present and join in as much as you’re comfortable.
Our integrative method. We teach forgiveness, self-care, and self-soothing techniques in a safe, warm, nonjudgmental group setting. We focus on supporting your mental, emotional, and physical safety along the way. The workshop includes information about slow gentle walking, forgiveness, mindfulness. It may also includes self-care, self-soothing, and trauma-informed stress management techniques such as guided meditation, deep listening, relaxation skills, breathwork, Q&A, and light readings.
The Forgiveness Walk & Talk Workshop model was created by Dr. Katherine Echo Kim, L.Ac. ADS. Dr. Kim leads the group in-person and online.
Accessibility and alternatives to walking: If you have any issues walking, please let us know in advance. Adults are fully welcome to participate.
There are claims that forgiveness may be healing but we make no promises.
Research reports that forgiveness may be linked to less depression, anxiety, and stress; better sleep, and lower blood pressure. You can read more of the research yourself here: NIH, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Harvard Health, Harvard Chan, Stanford, Cornell, Mayo Clinic, and American Psychological Association.
The Forgiveness Workshop is experiential, educational, and encourages you to explore forgiveness at your own pace without disrupting others. We believe forgiveness may be a key to greater well-being, but we do not offer it as a medical treatment or cure, and don’t guarantee particular outcomes.
Possible Side Effects
The forgiveness process can bring up strong feelings. You may cry, feel tired, need extra sleep, or want connection and support to process past issues.
Working Alongside Therapy
We can refer you for one-on-one psychotherapy or for mental health evaluation and diagnosis. The Forgiveness Clinic can complement behavioral therapy, rehab, 12-Step programs. You’re warmly welcome to visit us before or after your counseling sessions or meetings.
The Forgiveness Workshop Is Not Suitable for:
- Anyone in acute crisis (suicidal, psychotic, or severely dissociated)
- Anyone intoxicated or in active drug withdrawal
- Anyone in an active conflict with another attendee
- Anyone disruptive or aggressive
- Children
Limited Seating
The Forgiveness Walk & Talk Workshop currently meets weekly, in person, in Westport, CT. Groups are limited to 12 participants. Additional events will be posted.
To participate: Text 203-451-9865. Questions are welcome.
CLINIC UPDATES
Learn about The Integrative Health & Forgiveness Clinic, as well as the Forgiveness Walks.
Accepting clients by appointment
Forgiveness Clinic (In-Person)
Thursdays 5-7pm
Office Location
1555 Post Road East
Westport, CT
203 451 9865 Text
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