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Renewal | The Art of Connection | Gracefully Thriving: Self-Compassion, Stress Relief, and Healthy Connections | Emily McElmurry, LPC, ATR-P

Location: Garden Library

November 11, 2026, 8:00 pm - 8:50 pm

Gracefully Thriving: Self-Compassion, Stress Relief, and Healthy Connections

Join us for a meaningful conversation on self-compassion, stress management, healthy sleep habits, and the importance of nurturing relationships. Discover practical ways to support your wellbeing, build resilience, and thrive through life's transitions. Participants will also create a calming lavender bead necklace as a reminder to pause, breathe, and practice self-care every day.

Emily is a licensed professional counselor with a master's degree in counseling/art therapy. Emily has been a licensed mental health clinician in Texas for over 20 years and she has worked in a variety of settings with children, teens and adults. In her work as a clinician, she believes that collaboration is key. Partnering with her clients, Emily assists with working through issues and life challenges while at the same time discovering and cultivating the individual strengths of each person.  Emily whole heartedly believes finding solutions and feeling better is real!

Emily is a national presenter for Talk Saves Lives (suicide prevention) and Mental Health First Aid. She loves sharing information and teaching others about mental health topics and ways to improve daily living.

Our Renewal Current:

Renewal is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.  Step away from everyday routines and expectations to gain fresh perspective, explore your intentions, and rediscover the person you are beneath the many roles you play.  Leave feeling inspired, grounded and open to new possibilities.

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