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You’ll be introduced (or re-introduced) to secular scientific mindfulness with different still and moving meditations as well as informal practices that you can use when helpful. We’ll set you up to start practicing at home and reflecting on it.
Join this Online Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course taught by Dr. Groen. Click below for more information, and to register.
Are you struggling with managing stress while juggling increasing demands at home or work, or perhaps dealing with chronic pain or health challenges, or just wanting to address a nagging sense of dissatisfaction? If so, this course may be for you. Through practicing a series of mindfulness-based exercises and strategies under expert supervision, participants will learn to manage stress and enhance overall well-being. This MBSR course is designed by the School of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts and has been extensively researched and field tested for several decades.
Join this 8-week long mindfulness course derived from Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). For more information, click below.
Course Cost: $450
Instructors: Sue Lawerence (Nurse Practitioner) and Lucy Weninger (Mindfulness Educator)
Below are some of the types of courses taught by Mindful Communities co-op teachers. If you are interested in participating in, or hosting one of the following courses, reach out to Seonaigh MacPherson
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*If, for any reason, the full registration fee is out of reach, please contact Ron to discuss alternative payment options and plans. Employers or social programs may also cover all or some of the cost
Please Note: Refunds are not provided once the course has started.
You’ll be introduced (or re-introduced) to secular scientific mindfulness with different still and moving meditations as well as informal practices that you can use when helpful. We’ll set you up to start practicing at home and reflecting on it. Mindfulness, practiced over time, has been shown to help with well-being, stress, mental health and chronic pain. This is an intro to get you started on that path.
4 Fridays: Nov 25th, Dec. 2nd, 9th, 15th
9AM-10AM Pacific Time
Online Orientation:
This program will be operated exclusively through the Zoom meetings platfom. You can download Zoom here. We strongly recommend testing your camera and microphone before the first session. A strong, reliable, high speed internet connection is required for this program, as well as a Webcam.
Many workplace insurance plans may cover the cost of this program – please reach out to the instructor for more details at groenj@shaw.ca.
Please Note: Refunds are not provided once the course has started.
Dr. Janet Groen will be offering an online 8-week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course, beginning at the end of February. MBSR is for people experiencing ongoing stress as a result of chronic pain, and/or psychological conditions. The program consists of eight 2.5-hour classes, an orientation, an intake interview, and plus one 4-hour retreat on a Saturday.
Intake interviews (via telephone): ongoing prior to start of class
Thursday Evenings
Orientation and Session 1: February 25 | 5:30 – 9 pm MT
Sessions 2 – 8: March 4 to April 15 | 6 to 8:30 pm MT
Silent Retreat: Saturday, April 3, 2021 | 10 am to 2 pm MT
Online Format:
Participation will be via your computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux), with interactive audio, video and chat through the Zoom platform. You can download Zoom here. We strongly recommend testing your camera and microphone before the first session. A strong, reliable, high speed internet connection is required for this course.
Please Note: Refunds are not provided once the course has started.
Are you struggling with managing stress while juggling increasing demands at home or work, or perhaps dealing with chronic pain or health challenges, or just wanting to address a nagging sense of dissatisfaction? If so, this course may be for you. Through practicing a series of mindfulness-based exercises and strategies under expert supervision, participants will learn to manage stress and enhance overall well-being. This MBSR course is designed by the School of Medicine at the University of Massachusetts and has been extensively researched and field tested for several decades.
Intake interviews (via telephone): ongoing prior to start of class
Sunday Mornings
Orientation Session: April 18th | 10:00 am – 11:30 am PST
Sessions 1 – 8: April 25th to June 13th | 9:00 am – 11:30 am PST
Silent Retreat: Saturday, June 5th | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm PST
Online Format:
Participation will be via your computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux), with interactive audio, video and chat through the Zoom platform. You can download Zoom here. We strongly recommend testing your camera and microphone before the first session. A strong, reliable, high speed internet connection is required for this course.
Many workplace insurance plans may cover the cost of this program – please reach out to the instructor for more details at mindfulsjl@gmail.com
Please Note: Refunds are not provided once the course has started.
Sue Lawerence (Nurse Practitioner) and Lucy Weninger (Mindfulness Educator) will be offering this 8-week MBCT based program for women experiencing challenge in sexual interest, sexual arousal and genital pain. Program developed by UBC Sexual Health Lab.
Are you one of the 15-31% of women whom are experiencing impairment in sexual desire, sexual arousal and/or genital pain? Female sexual dysfunction can affect one or more domains of one’s sexuality and can include desire, arousal, orgasm and pain. Healthy sexuality is an integral component of quality of life and influences general well-being, self-esteem and relationship satisfaction. This 8-week group program is supported by a growing body of research and combines mindfulness based cognitive therapy with psycho-education on women’s sexuality and sexual response.
Intake interviews (via telephone): ongoing prior to start of class
Wednesday Evenings
April 7, 2021 to May 26, 2021 | 6:00 – 8:30 pm PST
Online Format:
Participation will be via your computer (Windows, Mac, or Linux), with interactive audio, video and chat through the Zoom platform. You can download Zoom here. We strongly recommend testing your camera and microphone before the first session. A strong, reliable, high speed internet connection is required for this course.