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What would you like to tell us about your practice?

Integrative Mindfulness emerged from the growing awareness of the many benefits of a mindfulness practice for the health of mind and body. Mindfulness strengthens our natural ability to be present with awareness, in the moment, as life unfolds. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based educational program proven effective for reducing stress and improving health, well-being, and quality of life. Designed and implemented by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979, MBSR is supported by three decades of scientific research confirming its benefits.

Today MBSR continues to grow in popularity and is taught in hundreds of health-care and wellness settings throughout the U.S. and worldwide. MBSR is a complementary resource for promoting the effectiveness of conventional medical therapies. MBSR is also beneficial for people seeking practical tools for living with more ease and calm, for performing at their best, and for responding wisely, rather than reacting automatically, to life’s inevitable stress. If you live in Collier or Lee counties, including Bonita Springs, Estero, or Naples, or the surrounding vicinity, consider attending a Free MBSR Talk.

What issues are best addressed by your practice?

Stress, Overwhelm, Anxiety, Panic, High Blood Pressure, Depression, Sleep Disruption, Chronic Pain, Performance Enhancement.

What expectations should a patient or client have when coming to see you?

Recognized nationally and internationally as a scientifically supported stress reduction program, MBSR is an eight-week course that is highly experiential, participatory, and supportive. Offered in hundreds of health-care and wellness settings throughout the U.S. and worldwide, the program has been researched extensively over the past three decades.

The course incorporates meditation, gentle stretching, group discussion, and the latest in neurobiological research to educate participants in time tested and effective methods of mindfulness practice which have proven beneficial for people with:

Stress

Anxiety and Panic

Chronic Pain

Sleep Disruption

High Blood Pressure

Many other Conditions

However, MBSR is not only for people with health-related concerns. It is also beneficial for people desiring to improve professional, academic, or athletic performance, interpersonal connections, and for anyone who seeks a more wholesome and positive way to experience life.

MBSR Course Format

The course consists of eight weekly class sessions of 2 hours duration, and one all day retreat (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM), typically held on a Saturday or Sunday. Classes include:

Individual interview with each class participant

Guidance in a variety of mindfulness meditation practices

Direction and assistance in gentle stretching and simple yoga

Interactive exercises designed to elicit the skills and qualities of mindfulness

Readings, logs, and CD recordings to support each aspect of the participant’s home practice.

Participants must commit to regular class attendance and daily home practice at the time of enrollment.

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