Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is one of the most rigorously researched mindfulness-based courses on offer.

MBSR is an 8-week experiential, group-based programme and each session includes guided mindfulness meditations, movement practices and group discussion.

We also explore theories to help us understand stress, anxiety and low mood. This can help us shift from reacting to the stress in our lives to responding with awareness and choice.

What to expect from an MBSR course

What are the benefits?

According to CMRP the majority of people completing the programme report lasting physical and psychological benefits including:

an increased ability to relax

greater energy and enthusiasm for life

heightened self-confidence

an increased ability to cope with both short and long-term stressful situations.

What to expect during the 8-week course?

We will meet on-line for 2 hours 15 minutes each week. Each session typically:

Begins with a short, guided meditation
Moves into a longer meditation practice or mindful movement.
Offers time for group discussion
Explores some helpful theory
Develops mindful awareness to help us make new choices in the moment

The programme includes an Orientation session and a half-day of silent guided practice in addition to the 8 evening sessions.

What is the commitment between sessions?

Your home meditation practice is an integral part of the MBSR programme. You will be invited to commit to finding 30-45 minutes each day to practice recordings of the meditations we do together in our session.

Finding time for home practice can seem challenging at first. In the first few sessions we explore how you can make this work in your own busy life.

Making the commitment to home practice is an key part of the course and one that participants who have completed the course consistently report as very valuable.

Finding out more

What does it cost?

The suggested fee is 350 for the 25.5 hour course. If your circumstances mean you'd benefit from a reduced rate please get in touch.

How do I register?

You can reserve your place here.

Want to experience mindfulness?

If you would like to experience mindfulness for yourself to decide if the MBSR course is right for you, why not join the 3 hour Introducing Mindfulness course, giving you a flavour of mindfulness over 3 x 1 hour weekly sessions.

Contact me to find out more or reserve your place.

MBSR courses in 2022

New 8-week courses begin on:

Thursday 20th January 2022

Thursday 13th October 2022

MBSR courses in 2023

New 8-week courses begin on:

Thursday 2nd February 2023 (Orientation session 26th January)

Wednesday 18th October 2023 (Orientation session 11th October)

Dates of Next Programme

Orientation session: Wednesday 11th October, 2023, 19.30 – 21.30
Session One: Wednesday 18th October, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Two: Wednesday 25th October, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Three: Wednesday 1st November, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Four: Wednesday 8th November, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Five: Wednesday 15th November, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Six: Wednesday 22nd November, 19.30 – 21.45
Day of Silent Practice: Saturday 25th November, 10.30 – 15.30
Session Seven: Wednesday 29th November, 19.30 – 21.45
Session Eight: Wednesday 6th December 19.30 – 21.45

All timings given in CET

Contact me to register, find out more, reserve your place or organise a no obligation mindful discovery call

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“Mindfulness is a pause – the space between stimulus and response: that’s where choice lies.”

Tara Brach