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Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association

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Annual Awards Breakfast

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Date:          9/15/26

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Location:  Philadelphia FOP Lodge #5 in Northeast

‍ ‍11630 Caroline Road

‍ Philadelphia, PA 19154

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‍ ‍Title of presentation:  Finding Calm in the Chaos: Practical Tools for Stress Reduction, Resilience, and Well-Being

‍Goals/Objectives:

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Participants will be able to:

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1.     Identify the impact of chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation on employee well-being, engagement, and workplace functioning.

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2.     Demonstrate at least three evidence-informed techniques—including breathwork, grounding, and sound-based relaxation practices—to support emotional regulation and stress reduction.

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3.     Apply practical self-regulation tools that can be incorporated into personal wellness routines and workplace wellness initiatives.

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Name (s), credentials, title, affiliation, and biographical information of presenters pertaining to their background to address the objectives:

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Maryanna Staerk, MPH, MBA, LDN
Founder & CEO, Inward Bloom Wellness

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Maryanna Staerk is a Licensed Dietitian and the Founder & CEO of Inward Bloom Wellness, a behavioral health and wellness organization providing holistic services to mental health and substance use treatment programs throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. She holds a Master of Public Health and Master of Business Administration and has over a decade of experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, employee wellness, and community-based health initiatives.

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Maryanna specializes in trauma-informed approaches to stress reduction, nervous system regulation, mindfulness, breathwork, meditation, and holistic wellness programming. Through Inward Bloom Wellness, she develops and facilitates programs designed to improve emotional well-being, resilience, employee engagement, and recovery outcomes. She regularly provides trainings and workshops for healthcare organizations, treatment facilities, community groups, and professional audiences on practical strategies for reducing stress and promoting sustainable well-being.

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2.0 Credits: PDH, CEU’s

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08:00 am         Vendor Setup

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09:00 am         Breakfast/Networking

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09:20 am         Announcements/Introductions

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09:30 am         Training Presentation

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11:30 am         2025 Chapter Awards

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