A Time for Expression

Guided Relaxation Training for Wellness & Stress Management

Beth Freschi is a relaxation and life coach based in St. Paul, MN and the owner of A Time for Expression, LLC. She holds a B.A. in psychology from St. Olaf College (Northfield, MN) and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from University of St. Thomas (St. Paul. MN). With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, she brings a wealth of professional knowledge to her nuanced, specialized relaxation classes and popular recordings.

Relaxation Training

Research shows that regular, intentional relaxation benefits both mental and physical health, which helps improve life and work satisfaction.

Guided Relaxation Training Sessions Now Available via Zoom

I offer guided relaxation training via Zoom so people can access stress management while protecting their health. Here are my relaxation offerings — click on the one that interests you to learn more:

Wednesday Night Relaxation

Individual Relaxation Sessions

Groups and Experiential Speaking Engagements

Relaxation Techniques

Relaxation training focuses on practicing a set of specially designed relaxation techniques to help calm the mind and body:

Breathing – a series of breathing exercises designed to calm the mind and body Read more...

Muscle Relaxation – a series of muscle relaxation techniques/images designed to completely relax the body Read more…

Guided Imagery – a narrative that engages the imagination and senses to guide the mind toward a relaxed, focused state Read more...

Loving Kindness Meditation – a universal meditation intended to promote connectedness of mind, body, and community Read more...

I offer services ranging from private coaching to guided relaxation training sessions and experiential speaking engagements for groups and organizations.

“Beth Freschi’s relaxation techniques help me relax, focus, and visualize for a healthier and more enriched life. Her sessions are amazing!” — C.S., business owner and client


Relaxation Training for Groups

Small Groups

Guided relaxation sessions for retreats, clubs and private parties.

Large Groups

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Guided relaxation events or ongoing training for colleges and universities, organizations and high-risk professions.


Individual Relaxation Training

Individual Relaxation Sessions

If you prefer private, individual relaxation training sessions, you can choose times that fit your schedule via my online booking.

Individual Coaching Programs

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Life coaching clients can extend their coaching sessions to include individual relaxation training or attend my weekly relaxation class for free. 


Some of the benefits of relaxation training that my clients notice after working with me on a regular basis include:

  • Lower blood pressure

  • Pain relief

  • Healthier relationships

  • Greater confidence

  • Increased productivity

  • Improved sleep

  • Increased energy

  • Better stress management

  • Sustained focus

  • Enhanced creativity


Relaxation Training Services

Set aside some time for yourself to decompress and invest in your wellness. 

Relaxation Events or Ongoing Training for Colleges, Organizations and High-Risk Professions

I offer relaxation training sessions and experiential speaking engagements for groups and organizations including colleges, high-risk professions, employee wellness programs, and for private events. You can learn more about my groups here.

My practical and relatable approach appeals to people ranging from students to professionals.

"Beth has been coming to St. Olaf for the past four years on behalf of the St. Olaf Holistic Medicine Club. She has provided nothing but positivity and stress-reduction for college students who are overworked and very busy. She is genuinely compassionate and spreads positive energy through her guided relaxations. After her sessions, students leave feeling like a weight has been lifted off of their shoulders. It is our most popular event of the year, and people often ask her to return. She always is willing to accommodate our schedule and give back to the St. Olaf community. We could not be more grateful for the support and kindness she has shown our club over the years."  — St. Olaf Holistic Medicine Club

 

Individual Relaxation Sessions

Some people prefer a private setting for relaxation training. If you are interested in a customized relaxation training session, you can schedule that now.

 

Individual Coaching Programs

I also offer life coaching. These clients benefit from free relaxation training as a part of their coaching program. Clients can choose to extend their coaching sessions to include individual relaxation training or attend my weekly relaxation class for free.

"Beth Freschi has been my life coach since 2009. She has been very helpful in my pursuit as an artist and musician. I have benefited from Beth's relaxation training, which has caused space for my creativity to open. As a life coach, Beth is very supportive and offers a wonderful sounding board. I highly recommend Beth as a Life Coach and for Relaxation Training." — Cynthia Ali, Private Music Teacher, Artist

"Beth’s easy manner naturally inspires me to enjoy healthy lifestyle changes promoting my health and wellbeing. I am truly thankful for her ability to help me figure out my own way to be a more centered, confident artist. I sincerely hope everyone I care about has a chance to experience her skills.” — Charlie Marie, Artist 

Weekly Relaxation in the Twin Cities

Do you live in the Twin Cities and want to find a relaxation training class? I provide a weekly class by invitation. It is an ongoing class that you can attend either regularly or occasionally, whenever you need a time for relaxation. Click here for more information


Guided Relaxation Recordings

For practicing relaxation techniques at home, I've created guided relaxation recordings designed to calm the mind, body, and spirit. Available in CD and MP3 formats.

"This is the best of all the guided meditations I have ever heard or used for a wonderful and peaceful night's sleep. Beth's voice is calming and soothing and her words are inspirational...thank you Beth for creating this beautiful and meaningful meditation. I will cherish it." — Joanne Summerfield reviewing "A Time for Sleep"


Relaxation Training Testimonials

"You are such a generous person to offer your time in order to relieve the St. Olaf campus of stress. Your events produce the highest number of attendees and we always get such positive feedback! Thank you so much! Hope to see you again!"
St. Olaf Holistic Medicine Club

“I totally forgot about my stressful week! Awesome job, I have been using your relaxation techniques on a daily basis! Thank you." 
L.B., St. Olaf College student, commenting on event

"This is a great tool for business trips. I can go from super type A meetings to total relaxation in 15 minutes as I listen to her voice. This reminds me of a very relaxing massage. Fantastic!!! Great investment!!!" 
D. Moore reviewing “A Time for Relaxation”

"I think you have a stunning voice and your CD is the best of its type that I have ever heard! You deserve to have great success with this and I am sure that when people have heard it they will want to buy all your future efforts. I've been in the world of Hypnotherapy for almost 20 years and in my opinion, you are a STAR!" 
— Terence Watts, MCGI, Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine, England

 

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"I purchased your CD via iTunes yesterday....to help me relax during this volatile and crazy time in the world and in the economy. I listened to quite a few voices on the iTunes list of relaxation CD's, including PhD psychologists, etc.. your voice instantly soothed me and thus my selection of yours. My husband and I listened to it last night, he fell asleep, and I went into a profound state of relaxation and meditation. It was terrific. It continued for 10 minutes after your CD finished so that was really significant..so thank you for a great CD!" 
— Mady Goldstein, NYC, commenting on
“A Time for Relaxation”
 

"I loved this cd! Especially the guided imagery of the orange grove which described a lot of positive images and helped turn those automatic negative thoughts into positive ones for the future. Beth's voice is very calm and relaxing." 
— J. Stypel reviewing the album "Uplifting Guided Relaxation"

"I believe we all 'think' we know how to do something as simple as breathe...but we really don't, not properly anyway. Your technique is amazing and I was able to relax, rest my brain and just follow your voice. It's just amazing!" 
— Josie S., on the album “A Time for Sleep”

“I waited a few days before utilizing the CD. I felt to truly test the techniques it should be played on an evening when I was more stimulated and agitated, not aggravated, than normal. I got myself comfy cozy and readied myself for a soothing sleep journey - or not! I normally use TV as a sleep aid....or it's just a habit. My experience was one of ecstasy! I felt I was on a beautiful journey! The voice quality was soothing and comforting. The substance was calming and intriguing. The music was subtle. I dozed at some point only to wake at the Northern Lights. I was thankful to hear this portion though because the vision described was pure rapture. Aurora Borealis is now on my bucket list! I soon fell back to sleep and slept like a baby, and without TV. I also used the CD for an afternoon nap and was rewarded with 40 minutes of peaceful, relaxing sleep....in the middle of the day yet! This CD is a dream come true, with music…literally!”  
— Sandi Von Hassel, commenting on “A Time for Sleep”