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Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Standardized meditation courses originally created as research programs - both have quantified the value of the teachings and proven statisitically the power of mindfulness based practices in healing for an increasing number of physical and mental illnesses. Mindfulness based course can provide the means for individuals to become active participants in their own healing process and will enrich any life. For anyone considering treatment options for various disorders, the courses offer empowering tools and valuable experiential information to help determine appropriate next steps. The mindfulness trainings can also be used as a component of a comprehensive treatment plan, supplementing work with participants' doctors and therapists. Formal Mindfulness-Based Programs are offered in six to eight 2 1/2 hour sessions and include a day of retreat. Because of the length of time available, the eight week course includes more body work than shorter courses. Materials are provided including a workbook and practice CD's. Tailored Mindfulness-Based Programs for your Population Courses can be tailored for various circumstances and populations. Mary has been teaching many years - Mindfulness and Insight (very similar to MBCT) since 1989, perceptive and/or cognitive skills since 1970, and formal MBSR classes since 2003. Insight and Mindfulness Courses are appropriate both for those new to meditation and a valuable deepening and enriching experience for anyone who has had other meditation experience. All Mary's Insight and Mindfulness courses incorporate, to the degree appropriate for varied circumstances, valuable elements of MBSR and MBCT programs with wisdom teachings of Insight Meditation. These circumstances range from clinical offerings for business settings and healing environments to transformative teachings of wisdom, contemplation, and ethical behavior in creating a lifestyle in harmony with our heart's deepest desires or in developing business plans that harmonize business and contemplative goals. See the Insight and Mindfulness page on this site for information about various courses available. For an MBSR, MBCT, or specifically tailored Insight and Mindfulness Courses designed for the needs of your population or clients, complete the event request form. To deepen your practice or integrate Mindfulness and Insight teachings in your personal or professional life consider a group or private course. For private work go to individual work. Current work available for helping professionals see Continuing Education. If you are interested in fostering a meditation community see the mentoring and leadership pages. |
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