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
East London
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Programme (MBSR)
Medical doctor and homeopath Janine Kirby together with psychologist Barbara Gerber have been facilitating the MBSR programme in East London since 2010. Visit our website to find out more.
Facilitator: Janine Kirby & Barbara Gerber
Email Address: info@mindfulconnections.co.za
Contact Number: 043 735 4525
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.