Making Sense of Stress: How Perception Influences Anxiety

Karen Cunningham is a psychotherapist with more than 20 years of international experience in mental health, emotional wellbeing, and stress management. She specializes in helping individuals develop resilience and healthier coping strategies.

This interactive session explored how perception influences emotional responses to stress and anxiety. It examined the psychological mechanisms behind stress and how mindset and interpretation can shape overall wellbeing.

Attendees learned practical strategies to reframe stress, improve emotional regulation, and strengthen resilience through small cognitive and behavioral shifts. The session also included an open Q&A discussion focused on real-life challenges and coping techniques.

You can find photos from the session here.

4 May 2026, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM; Alfaisal University, M1.013, Riyadh