We wish to thank the 130+ people who attended our seminar. This was way beyond our expectations! If you have any questions, please email Jessica Loftus at jesiphd@gmail.com
Here are links to handouts and websites to share with family and friends.
Blog post: Tips on Forgiveness
Exercise: Ease Stress Through Your Five Senses.
Here are a few photos.
Presenters:
Father Michael Foley
Vicar of Priests for the Archdiocese of Chicago
Father Michael served as assistant pastor at St. Louis de Montfort (1986-90) and was in residence at St. Barnabas (1990-95) and St. John Berchmans (1995-2000). He served as pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle (2000-02); as associate pastor of St. John of the Cross, Western Springs (2002-03), and as pastor of Most Holy Redeemer, Evergreen Park (2003- 2009). He has been associate pastor at St. Michael in Orland Park since 2009. Our Lady of the Woods in 2012 until June 2023 when he was assigned Vicar of Priests for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Jessica Loftus, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist and Career Counselor
Jessica worked as a counselor at Moraine Valley Community College and Govenors State University and served as an adjunct faculty member at Loyola University, St. Xavier University and Trinity Christian College. This year marks her 25th year in private practice, which is currently located in Palos Heights. She will be offering a workshop, “Shed Your Bad Habits for Good,” starting this fall.
Ashley Fazekas, MA, LCPC, CCTP-II
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
As a former healthcare employee, Ashley offers personalized counseling with a passion for serving the healthcare community and first responders. As a certified clinical trauma professional, she has extensive experience in helping trauma survivors to heal. Additionally, she has in-depth experience with the 12-step approach to substance recovery. Her practice, Safe Haven Counseling is located in Palos Heights.
Book cited as a primary reference for the seminar.
Easy Ways to Ease Stress 