GCVCC Educates – Mental Health Awareness

Join the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Cathedral City Chamber for our GCVCC Educates – Mental Health Awareness with Peter Bedard, owner of Convergence Healing™. Join us for an insightful session on Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace. In observance of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, Discover practical strategies to support your own mental well-being and foster a healthier work environment. Attendees will also enjoy sessions from our speaker Adriana Rubio (Laughter Yoga), Dee Dee Markes (Cranio Sacral), and Jay Bradley (Breath Work). The event will be held on Tuesday, May 20th at 5:00 p.m. at Mary Pickford is D’Place located at 36850 Pickfair St. in Cathedral City.

Thank you to our sponsors. Event Sponsors, Mary Pickford is D’Place and DropByOffice; Beverage Sponsor Sun Community Federal Credit Union; and Promotional Sponsor the City of Cathedral City.

Both members and non members are encouraged to attend this FREE event.

Please register in advance as space is limited.

Meet our speakers

Peter Bedard, MA, C.Ht., RScP

After a near-death experience, Peter Bedard was faced with the greatest challenge of all: Living a life in severe physical, emotional, and spiritual pain and anxiety. The former dancer soon discovered that the anger, frustration, and anxiety that he felt, because of his injuries, were not only keeping him in pain, but were waiting to teach him the greatest gifts of his life. Now, a celebrated author, consultant, international speaker, and healer, Peter helps thousands of people globally to live a life of full potential while integrating the lessons of pain (physical, mental, and spiritual) into balanced living.

Dee Dee Markes

Dee Dee Markes is Nationally Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, with decades of experience with clients ranging from Newborn to 102 Years.

She specializes in CranioSacral Therapy, Reflexology, and Lymph Drainage Therapy using a Holistic approach to healthcare.

Jay Bradley

Jay has spent over 30 years trying to feel better. Suffering from depression, chronic illness, and bullying at a young age, he had a burning desire to overcome his challenges in order to thrive and find true purpose in his life.

When he was invited to a small Breathwork group in 2016, he knew from that moment, that this was the breakthrough that he had been searching for.

Jay has since gone on to help thousands of people using the power of Breathwork and other healing modalities, to overcome challenges, move through resistance, and find true empowerment and joy.

Jay is the founder of BreatheOnIt®, the creator of ChakraBalms® and the author of LIVE LOOK FEEL, the 12-Week Guide to Live Longer, Look Younger & Feel Better!

Adriana Rubio

Adriana has been sharing the joy of Laughter Yoga since 2018 after discovering its powerful benefits while navigating her own health challenges. Struggling with depression, stress, and fibromyalgia, she found that laughter helped regulate her nervous system, reduce pain, and shift her mindset. She is passionate about spreading the science- backed benefits of Laughter Yoga, which improved cardiovascular health, the natural release of oxytocin and endorphins, lowered blood pressure, and even a fun a workout!

Through intentional laughter, she empowers others to rewire their minds for joy, resilience, and overall well-being. She hosts “Wacky Wednesdays”, a live Zoom class every Wednesday at 6pm PST and you can find her often laughing live on Instagram. Through intentional laughter, she empowers others to rewire their minds for joy, resilience, and overall well-being.