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Trauma-Informed Study Group – What Happened to You?
Overview:
This 10-week interactive study group offers university students an opportunity to explore the impact of trauma on brain development, behavior, learning, and relationships. Using the book What Happened to You?, we will engage in meaningful discussions, guided reflections, and shared learning that bridge personal insights with neuroscience-informed perspectives.
Each session is designed to build your understanding of trauma and resilience in a way that is accessible, applicable, and grounded in current brain science. Whether you're studying psychology, education, health, social sciences, or simply interested in how human development is shaped by early experiences, this group provides a safe and engaging space to deepen your awareness.
ZERO to Three Conference
Exciting news! Maha Ghazale Founder, Play Therapist and Infant Mental Health Specialist will be presenting at the Zero to Three Conference in October 2025—the world’s leading conference on early childhood development, where global experts share cutting-edge research on infant and toddler mental health.
Arts and Creative Expression Workshop with International College Students
Led by Maha Ghazale, Mindful Pathways Center recently held a Creative Expression Workshop for elementary students, designed to help them process emotions, build resilience, and navigate challenges through art and storytelling techniques.
Why Creativity?
Children often struggle to express their emotions verbally, especially when dealing with stress, transitions, or difficult experiences. By engaging in creative arts and storytelling, they can explore their feelings, process emotions safely, and develop problem-solving skills in a way that feels natural and empowering.
Workshop Highlights:
🎨 Art as Self-Expression – Students used drawing, painting, and mixed media to visually represent their emotions, giving shape and color to their inner experiences.
📖 Storytelling for Emotional Processing – Guided storytelling activities helped children externalize challenges and explore solutions through imaginative play and role-playing techniques.
🌀 Mindfulness & Reflection – Through creative exercises, students developed self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, learning to name and understand their emotions.
🤝 Building Connection – Sharing artwork and personal stories fostered community and empathy, helping students realize they are not alone in their struggles.