Understanding how the brain works can be reassuring and empowering.

This session offers an accessible introduction to the neuroscience of stress, emotions and learning. Participants explore how the brain processes experience and how everyday actions influence brain chemistry and behaviour.

We look at the role of important neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, endorphins, acetylcholine and noradrenaline, and how these systems influence mood, motivation and attention.

The session also introduces neuroplasticity and explains how the brain continually adapts to experience.

Through short guided exercises participants experience how shifts in breath, attention and sensory input can influence brain states and support learning.

Programme Participation

This workshop is primarily designed for new attendees who would like to learn the core skills of the programme. Previous participants are very welcome to revisit the workshop as a refresher, and many find returning once a quarter helpful for reinforcing their learning. Weekly Reset sessions run every week and all participants are welcome to attend these regularly – please contact hello@brainstrust.org.uk for more details. Participants may also join the ‘Hypnotherapy for Calmness and Confidence Through Processes’ and ‘A Dose of Neuroscience’ sessions whenever they wish.

About Louise Baker

Louise Baker MSc is an applied neuroscientist and hypnotherapist who specialises in translating neuroscience into practical wellbeing tools. She holds a Master’s degree in Neuroscience and the Psychology of Mental Health from King’s College London and works alongside brainstrust supporting people living with brain tumours and their carers.

Please be advised this meetup will be held via Zoom. You will receive the Zoom link and Meeting ID with your ticket.