Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Two decades of published research indicates that the majority of people who complete the course report:
- Lasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms
- An increased ability to relax
- Reductions in pain levels and an enhanced ability to cope with pain that may not go away
- Greater energy and enthusiasm for life
- Improved self-esteem
- An ability to cope more effectively with both short and long-term stressful situations
The course schedule consists of eight weekly classes and one day-long class on a Saturday. The highly participatory, practical program includes:
- Guided instruction in mindfulness meditation practices
- Gentle stretching and mindful yoga
- Group dialogue and discussions aimed at enhancing awareness in everyday life
- Daily home assignments
- Four home practice CD’s and a home practice manual
The course is challenging and life-affirming. The instructors are accomplished and skilled at creating a safe, supportive, and deeply engaging learning environment.
Programmes Available:
Virtual
8-Week MBSR CPD Accredited Course for Health Professionals
This particular MBSR programme is offered as a live interactive online course to allow for flexibility and ease in a busy health care professional’s life.
Facilitator: Ivo Visic & Tracy Prowse
Email Address: tracy@prowse.org
Contact Number: 083 408 8582
CPT | Constantia
MBSR & MBI (Integrating Mindfulness and TRE®) & Mindfulness Retreats
I offer the traditional 8-week MBSR programme, an 8-week MBI – Integrating Mindfulness and TRE® (Tension and Trauma Release) and a variety of short Mindfulness Retreats.
Facilitator: Ingrid Regenass
Email Address: admin@integralhealth.co.za
Contact Number: 082 925 0076
JHB | Craighall Park | Blended Offerings
MBSR & MBI’s – Urban Mindfulness Retreats
Offering 8-week online or in person MBSR programmes. Also Saturday 4-hour Mindfulness Retreats to integrate mindfulness into everyday living and way of being.
Facilitator: Liza Stead
Email Address: liza@livingessence.co.za
Contact Number: 082 332 2223
CPT | CBD | Virtual
MBSR and MBCT in person and online
Dr Tessa Roos (specialist psychiatrist) and Jacqui Wigg (educational professional) are both graduates of IMISA’s 2 year training. Their program is CPD accredited for health professionals.
Facilitator: Tessa Roos & Jacqui Wigg
Email Address: groups@drtessaroos.co.za
Contact Number: 064 973 9232
CPT | Central
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
Being Mindful has been facilitating MBSR since 2011. After completion of the programme, bi-monthly meetings are offered to support participants in the practice and integration of mindfulness into daily life.
Facilitator: Denise Washkansky & Debbie Grusd
Email Address: info@beingmindful.co.za
Contact Number: 083 638 1800 or 083 361 4668
CPT | Newlands
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
On an 8-week MBSR Program you will learn basic meditation practices and open up to alternative ways of responding to what happens in your life.
Facilitator: Anneke Kirsten-Barnard (Counselling Psychologist)
Email Address: a.k@mweb.co.za
Contact Number: 082 498 7112
CPT | Pinelands
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Friendly, accessible, and affordable. Discover fresh and healing insights with this most scientifically researched of Mindfulness Courses, in individual or group sessions, available on Zoom.
Facilitator: Mike Crockett
Email Address: crockeym@gmail.com
Contact Number: 081 336 6143
CPT | Rondebosch | Virtual
MBSR in person and online
Bianca is a mindfulness teacher, working in an education setting. In addition to working with children, she also offers the traditional 8-week MBSR program for teachers, parents and other adults.
Facilitator: Bianca Browne
Email Address: bianca@mindfulnesspractice.co.za
Contact Number: 082 921 5012
More Mindfulness-Based Programmes
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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a participant-centred approach to stress management and is to date, the most successful and well-researched stress reduction programme worldwide.
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
MBCT is designed to help people who suffer repeated bouts of depression and chronic unhappiness. Research suggests this program is also effective in preventing depression relapse.
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Other Mindfulness-Based Approaches
A mix of trainings, courses and retreats which have mindfulness as a foundation and are informed by the ethics and ethos of this approach, used in varied and diverse settings.
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Mindfulness-Based Corporate Programmes
Programmes that cultivate healthier, conscious, and compassionate working environments. Helping employees and teams feel more connected; nurturing them to grow and thrive at work.
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Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Chronic Pain
These programmes introduce mindfulness and meditation to individuals with chronic pain, guided by health professionals experienced in pain management.
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Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP) is an eight-week series of two-hour sessions, developed specifically for people recovering from alcohol, drug & process addictions.
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Mindfulness-Based Eating
Our relationship to food is a central one that reflects our attitudes toward our environment and ourselves. Mindfulness-based interventions are particularly well suited to addressing disordered eating behaviours.
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Mindful Self-Compassion
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) teaches simple effective skills and develops emotional strength to meet life’s challenges with kindness instead of blaming, shaming or criticizing ourselves.
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Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals
Medical staff are becoming increasingly aware of the need to stop and care for themselves in the midst of the daily work stress. Mindfulness-informed practices can create islands of quiet to restore and heal.