Grounded in Joy: Laughter Yoga for Enduring Well-Being and Professional Education
Format: Online

*This class is pre-approved by NCTRC and CBRTC*
Specialization Area Designation in Behavioral Health

This 1-hour interactive session introduces Laughter Yoga as a powerful mind-body practice to support emotional well-being, stability, and continued learning in therapeutic and administrative settings. Designed for recreation therapists, educators, and administrators, participants will explore foundational laughter techniques, breathing exercises, and playful movement to reduce stress, foster connection, and build resilience. The session will highlight practical strategies for integrating Laughter Yoga into recreation therapy programs, staff wellness initiatives, and community engagement. Through guided practice and reflection, attendees will experience how laughter can promote a sense of permanence and joy, especially during times of transition or burnout. Evidence-based benefits and real-world applications will be discussed, empowering professionals to adapt these tools to meet diverse client needs and foster professional growth. No experience necessary—just a willingness to breathe, laugh, and learn.

By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:

1. Demonstrate at least 3 Laughter Yoga techniques to support emotional regulation and well-being.
2. Describe how Laughter Yoga can promote continuity and stability in therapeutic and professional settings.
3. Apply two strategies for incorporating Laughter Yoga into staff development, care plans, or self-care programs.

Presented by: Keelin Jardin, PhD, CTRS, RTC

Dr. Keelin Jardin is a certified recreation therapist and certified Laughter Yoga instructor with a passion for promoting wellness and emotional well-being. She holds a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine and specializes in therapeutic recreation, creative interventions, and mind-body practices. With extensive experience in both academic and clinical settings, Dr. Jardin has worked with diverse populations, focusing on stress reduction, mental health, and holistic healing. She is also a lecturer at California State University, East Bay, and a recreation therapy consultant.

This session is pre-approved by NCTRC for 0.1 CEUs. Upon registration, you will receive access to the recorded session. After completing the video, you will be issued a certificate for 0.1 CEUs.

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