Dr. De Lorenzana
617 Wentworth Street V9R3E6 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

DR. CARMEN CHORNELL MD CCFP RYT Family Physician | Yoga + Meditation Teacher Dr. Chornell focuses on meditative self-inquiry and self-compassion to dive deeper into the root of one’s suffering as a means to liberation. She strives to create a space that allows others to listen to their own intelligence within and has special interest in addictions, sports medicine and mental health.... Food as Medicine | Jan 5th - Feb 23rd | Tuesdays 4-5:30pm This research-based approach can be either a primary treatment or complementary treatment for anxiety, depression, insomnia, fibromyalgia and chronic pain. This program will assist you in cultivating an anti-inflammatory diet. Exercise as Medicine | Jan 7th - Feb 25th | Thursdays 4-5:30pm Each week will consist of an activity, ranging from walking, yoga, weights, cardio, followed by a lecture and discussion. This program is designed to get movement back in your life! Covered by the Medical Services Plan (MSP) for residents of BC with relevant medical diagnosis. The intention of our medical programs are to provide the guidance of a physician to help you not only survive but give you the tools to thrive in times of uncertainty and great change. These programs consist of one 90-min group per week. SPACE LIMITED, Register @ https://garudacentre.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/11 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_FgdyoxslU

Our medical programs focus on stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, inflammation and exercise. The intention of our interactive Group Medical Visit Programs are to provide the guidance of a physician to help you not only survive but give you the tools to thrive in times of uncertainty and great change. These programs consist of one 90-min group per week for 8-weeks plus home study and practice. ... *Eligible to be covered by the Medical Services Plan (MSP) for residents of BC with relevant medical diagnosis. https://garudacentre.com/garuda_group/medical-groups/

Nirvana is the freedom from wrong ideas and perceptions and that views of any kind, such as birth and death, coming and going, being and non-being, do not represent reality... ~Thich Nhat Hanh ~ #Buddha

We know you’re tired of hearing it and most of us have had days when we just plain forgot ...but it’s time to say it again Protect our community + famil...y Keep healthcare workers safe + sound Thank you #maskup #bchealthcare #covid #doctorsofbc #stayhome #socialdistancing #flattenthecurve #washyourhands #stayhealthy #wearyourmask #stopthespread #staysafe #healthcareworkers #frontline #community #bcnurses #bcdoctors #thankyou #downtownnanaimo #nanaimo #vancouverisland #garudacentre #getgrounded #centrefortransformation

Believe in them + Hold them Capable! Men thrive on challenge and levelling up is not meant to be easy. .... Less complaining More action book now! https://garudacentre.com/meet-our-team/ . . #choosewisely #man vs #manboy #counselling #psychotherapy #relationships #menshealth #mentalhealth #angermanagement #vancouverisland #nanaimo #drdelorenzana #garudacentre See more

The next cycle of virtual 8-Week Group Medical Visit programs starts the week of Oct 19th.

We are so proud and want to congratulate our very own Dr. De Lorenzana, on being awarded the well-deserved achievement of Clinical Assistant Professor by the Bo...ard of Governors of the University of British Columbia. This promotion is not automatic it is a reflection of the excellence of his contributions in teaching and other scholarly activities. Dr. De Lorenzana's contributions have a very significant and positive impact on the profession and the learners. #garudacentre #getgrounded #centrefortransformation #UBC #motivation #achievement #physician #inspiration #reachforthestars #nevergiveup #Mindset #goals #support #proud #tenacity #focus

We are celebrating, Dr. Carmen Chornell today and welcoming her to Team Garuda! Carmen Chornell MD CCFP RYT is a Family Physician, Certified Yoga and Medita...tion Instructor. With special interests in addictions, sports medicine and mental health, Dr. Chornell is leading interesting, educational and embodied Group Medical Visits called Food as Medicine, Exercise as Medicine and Mind Your Mind. She will also be facilitating yoga classes and workshops both virtually and in-person. Dr. Chornell focuses on meditative self-inquiry and self-compassion to dive deeper into the root of one’s suffering as a means to liberation. Rather than focusing on medications, her medical practice supports quieting the mind through breath work and somatic techniques, along with using food and exercise as important adjuncts for wholesome healing. She strives to create a space that allows others to listen to their own intelligence within. Please register your interest in Carmen’s Garuda Groups @ https://garudacentre.janeapp.com/ #garudacentre #getgrounded #health #fitness #wellness #healthylifestyle #healthy #motivation #medicine #gmv #telehealth #love #lifestyle #nutrition #training #covid #fitnessmotivation #exercise #healthyfood #life #beauty #healthyliving #food #selfcare #diet #yoga #centrefortransformation

The Nanaimo Chamber is proud to introduce our new members: Garuda Centre Garuda Centre focuses on behavioural medicine and natural lifestyle alternatives that ...help you handle the frequency, the voltage and the stress of living. Strengthen your immunity, strengthen your nervous system, strengthen your mind! For more information on this business, visit: https://garudacentre.com #newmember #welcometotheteam #nanaimochamber #nanaimobusiness #getgrounded #garudacentre

Join us for our 8-Week Virtual ReStart Group for Stress Saturdays @ 11:30-1pm We specialize in powerful and transformative group process. The intention of... our Interactive Virtual Group Medical Visits are to provide support and guidance from a physician to help you not only survive but give you the tools to thrive in times of uncertainty and great change. Our Garuda Groups consist of one 90-min group per week for 8-weeks plus home study and practice. . . What are Group Medical Visits? https://www.bcmj.org//group-medical-visits-enhancing-chron . . #restartgroup #garudacentre #getgrounded #stress #anxiety #mentalhealth #depression #health #stressrelief #wellness #selfcare #covid #love #mindfulness #meditation #motivation #healing #burnout #mentalhealthawareness #stressmanagement #coaching #yoga #life #mindset #coronavirus #psychology #wellbeing #selflove #healthylifestyle #therapy

Our first cycle starts Saturday, July 11th! Please feel welcome to reach out for more info @ www.garudacentre.com

Meet Leslie Wilkin, our new Counsellor! Virtual Counselling services are covered by many extended health plans

Join Ren Fukushima this morning for a easy breezy warm up and meditation @ 9am PST http://www.pinklotus.org/-%20KY%20meditation%20to%20prepare

LIVE @ 9am, join us to get grounded

LIVE NOW, our Community Aftercare Coach, Craig Hamilton!

Research shows that those with a better ability to empathize and be compassionate are at a higher risk of developing secondary stress disorder or compassion fatigue. The poor health and burnout that can result affects us both personally and professionally. I specialize in helping Healthcare Professionals, whether you are looking for a critical incident debrief, navigating a complaint or need another perspective for a personal issue, we know where you’re coming from.

February Monthly Newsletter! Updates, Workshops, Classes + Hello! - https://mailchi.mp//february-updates-workshops-classes-hel

We have created a safe, sacred + sober space for women to integrate and get grounded. Small batch, Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that is a syncretism of evidence-based wisdom traditions and modern addiction treatment, it is called Ki Method. #garudacentre #getgrounded #women #aftercare #IOP #addiction #nanaimo #rehabaftercare #home #community #support #divinefeminine

What a joy to teach men with the courage to be soft + hard / saint + soldier Sat Naam

"Each man is born to succeed. Your success not lie in how good you are in bed, your success does not lie in how rich or poor you are, your success does not lie in how educated or uneducated you are. Your success lies in how jubilant, radiant and self-confident you are. Success is your birthright. Not to succeed is your creative habit, to succeed is your elementary desire and confirmed gift. Every man is born to succeed." - YB

Join us to Celebrate the Sacred Masculine + Release Inner Anger!

WHO DO YOU KNOW? REHAB | RECOVERY | REALIZATION Red Girl Rising + Garuda Centre are offering a grassroots, inclusive and accessible WEEKLY BOXING CLINIC for people healing themselves + wanting to connect with a conscious, sober community! PLEASE SHARE.... MONDAYS STARTING JAN 6th, 2020 @ Force Boxing and Fitness Nanaimo Location. WOMEN 11am-12pm MEN 12:30-1:30pm OPEN TO PUBLIC, SPACE LIMITED, MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE @ https://garudacentre.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/6 BY DONATION - CASH, CREDIT + DEBIT ALL ACCEPTED, no turn aways. For more info contact [email protected] #aftercare #addiction #rehab #recovery #realization #garudacentre #garudananaimo #getgrounded #redgirlrising #RGR #forceboxing #nanaimo #vancouverisland #vanisle

I have taken boxing training from Red Girl Rising, Ivy Richardson and highly recommend her. We feel so honoured to have her facilitate our boxing program!

We are beaming with pride! BIG BIG Congratulations to our very own @drdelorenzana receiving his Certificate of Added Competence in Addiction Medicine from t...he College of Family Physicians of Canada!! . . Certificates of Added Competence (CAC) provide a means of recognizing those who have achieved a defined level of competence. Members who hold CACs are valued resources to other physicians and to our patients. . . The use of a CAC (AM) Special Designation denotes the achievement of a defined level of competence in the domain of Addiction Medicine. . . BRAVO!! #addictionmedicine #myfmf #CFPC #nanaimo #CAC #garudacentre #getgrounded #garudananaimo #vanisle #vancouverisland #vancouver

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT We are THRILLED to announce that Meghan Weir, Certified Life Coach, LPN and RYT 200 has joined our Garuda Centre Team! Meghan has bee...n a Licensed Practical Nurse since 2002 and is coming onboard to co-facilitate an important + innovative NEW Rehab Aftercare Program created by Dr. Álvarez de Lorenzana MA, RCC, MD CCFP (AM) CISAM! In addition to being an Exceptional Nurse, Meghan is an accomplished Certified Life Coach, Kundalini + Yin Yoga Teacher and one Incredibly Inspired Human We are proud to offer Meghan’s gifts and talents to our clients. Please contact us for more info on her Life Coaching sessions, packages and online courses! Meghan will also be hosting #wahewednesday in October! Join us to experience the ancient and sacred healing technology of Kundalini Yoga from 9-10:30am weekly. . #lifecoach #motivation #coaching #lifecoaching #coach #inspiration #love #selflove #mindset #life #success #lifestyle #selfcare #wellness #meditation #personaldevelopment #happiness #mentalhealth #kundaliniyoga #satnam #nanaimoyoga #addiction #rehab #aftercare #garudacentre #garudananaimo #nanaimo

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