CURRENT CLASSES
Please contact instructors directly for class information and registration
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
With Dr. Yaari Dyer, R. Psych, Certified MBSR Facilitator
February 4th - March 31st, 2024
Nine Sundays: Feb 4 – Mar 10th, March 24th, March 31st from 10 AM to 12.30; Plus a full day retreat on Sunday March 17th from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Location of classes and retreat: Kitsilano venue, spacious 500 sq ft, with room to physically distance.
Payment: There will be an early bird price if payment by Jan 4th, 2024
Free MBSR Orientation/Information sessions by Zoom on Nov 4th or Dec 10th.
Some extended health plans may cover Psychological Services for BC residents. Non-reimbursed psychologist fees are considered a medical expense and can be used to contribute to the tax-deductible amount according to Canada Revenue Agency.
More information about the course, and also the free Orientation session by Zoom, please email dyerpsych@gmail.com
5-Day Online Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
March 22 to March 27, 2024
March 22nd (4:00 pm to 6:30 pm PST)
March 23rd - 26th (6:30 am to 6:30 pm PST)
March 27 (6:30 am to 9:30 am PST)
This traditional insight mindfulness meditation retreat will offer silent periods of sitting and walking meditation as well times for practice discussions.
The online retreat will be facilitated by Bob Stahl and Kasim Al-Mashat. It is suitable for anyone wishing to deepen their practice and cultivate further understanding of mindfulness meditation. The retreat is open to all levels (beginner to experienced meditators).
Please note: This 5-Day Retreat fulfils the retreat requirement that is part of the MBSR teacher training. Continuing Education will be available.
MINDFULNESS-BASED COGNITIVE THERAPY (MBCT)
In person program with Janice Snyder, PhD (UMass Certified MBSR and registered with AccessMBCT)
April 3 - May 22, 2024.
Online Orientation March 27
Orientation via Zoom on Wednesday, Mar 27th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm.
Weekly Classes and the All-Day Class are at Reach The Peak (2597 Richter St, Kelowna)
The weekly classes are on Wednesday evenings (Apr 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15, & 22) from 6:00 to 8:30 pm
The all-day class is on Saturday, May 11, from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.
For information including program fees and registration please go to https://janicesnyder.ca or contact Janice by phone (250-979-0018) or email (j.snyder@telus.net).
Customized payment schedules are available.
IN PERSON MINDFULNESS BASED COGNITIVE THERAPY (MBCT)
To manage Anxiety and Depression
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and /or Marian Smith, MA, RCC, Certified MBSR teachers
April 18 to June 13, 2024
Eight consecutive Thursday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Sunday, June 2nd, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. No class on May 30.
This class will be offered in person at 3263 Heather Street between West 16th and 17th with all the precautions listed below.
In this program, we integrate cognitive behavioral therapy techniques with mindfulness practices. With practice, you will begin to develop a different and more compassionate relationship to negative thoughts, moods, feelings, and body sensations that significantly lowers rumination, anxiety, and depressive relapse.
For information including course fees and registration please go to www.mindful-living.ca
If you have questions after reading the website, please contact Marian by phone: 604-787-6100 or email: mindfullivingbc@gmail.com.
Please register early as class size is limited, and you can check availability on our website. Some extended health plans may provide coverage for the services of a Registered Clinical Counsellor, please check with your individual plan. A flexible payment schedule is available and there are two limited subsidies per class.
Covid 19 precautions: The room is a spacious 400 ft.² with room to physically distance. It will be ventilated to the outdoors and through a HEPA filter. Class size is limited.
IN PERSON MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and /or Marian Smith, MA, RCC, Certified MBSR teachers
April 23 to June 11, 2024
Eight consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00 pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Sunday, June 2nd from 10am to 4pm.
This course will be offered in person at 3263 Heather Street between West 16th and 17th with all the precautions listed below.
For information including course fees and registration please go to www.mindful-living.ca
If you have questions after reading the website, please contact Marian by phone: 604-787-6100 or email: mindfullivingbc@gmail.com.
Please register early as class size is limited, and you can check availability on our website. Some extended health plans may provide coverage for the services of a Registered Clinical Counsellor, please check with your individual plan. A flexible payment schedule is available and there are two limited subsidies per class.
Covid 19 precautions: The room is a spacious 400 ft.² with room to physically distance. It will be ventilated to the outdoors and through a HEPA filter. Class size is limited.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, UMass Certified MBSR Teacher and Recognized Trainer
Offered online through live interactive video.
May 1 to June 27, 2024
Eight consecutive Wednesday evenings, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM PST (with exception to the first and last session that are 3 hours). Plus, one All-Day retreat on Saturday, June 8th (9:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST).
For information and to register please visit https://www.drkasimalmashat.com, or https://centreformindfulness.ca
Contact Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat at 604-771-0579 or info@drkasimalmashat.com
Some extended health plans may cover Psychological Services for BC Residents. None-reimbursed Psychologist fees are considered a medical expense and can be used to contribute to the tax-deductible amount according to Canada Revenue Agency.
INDIVIDUAL MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
Online & In-Person with Brandi Matheson, Certified MBSR Teacher (UMASS & UCSD), Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Teacher (UCSD), and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor.
This program can start at any time.
This program follows the same structure, curriculum and format as a group eight-week MBSR Program in a flexible and more intimate learning environment.
Nine consecutive 90 minute sessions (with exception to the first session which is 60 minutes). Plus one self-retreat between the sixth and seventh session.
For information including course fees, application process, and course format and structure please go to www.brandimatheson.com
If you have questions after reading the website, please contact Brandi by phone: 604-309-9634 or email: connect@brandimatheson.com.
Individual Mindful Self-Compassion Program
Online & In-Person with Brandi Matheson, Certified MBSR Teacher (UMASS & UCSD), Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Teacher (UCSD), and Registered Therapeutic Counsellor.
Developed by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer, the Mindful Self-Compassion program was designed to help individuals alleviate unnecessary suffering caused by harsh self-judgement. Self-compassion is defined as "the ability to be with ourselves in the face of suffering." This program combines elements of mindfulness, which involves being aware without harmful judgment, and self-compassion, which embraces self-kindness, care, and understanding.
This program can start at any time and follows the same curriculum and format as a group eight-week MSC Program in a flexible and a more intimate learning environment.
Eight consecutive 90 minute sessions (with exception to the first session which is 60 minutes and the fifth session which is 180 mins).
For information including course content, fees, application process, and course format and structure please go to https://www.brandimatheson.com/mindfulselfselfcompassion
If you have questions after reading the website, please contact Brandi by phone: 604-309-9634 or email: connect@brandimatheson.com.