Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction |
Stress is an inevitable occurance in our fast-paced society. While we cannot eliminate stress in our lives, we can
learn how to respond to stress in new, more positive ways.
This course is modeled after the internationally recognized
Stress Reduction Program established by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at UMass Medical School in Worcester, MA. The instructor, Pamela
Katz Ressler, RN, BSN, HNC, completed a professional internship program through the Stress Reduction Program at UMass Medical
School.
The course consists of weekly group classes. Participants will be introduced to and will practice guided
mindfulness meditation, relaxation techniques, gentle yoga stretches and self-inquiry exercises.
Upon completion
of the program participants typically report a reduction of stress-related sypmtoms, increased awareness and concentration,
and improvement of positive coping skills at home and in the workplace. Mindfulness based stress reduction programs have been
shown to benefit symptoms associated with a variety of medical conditions, including chronic pain, cancer, hypertension, cardiac
disease, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disease, multiple sclerosis,and others.
Class size is limited to
15 students to allow for individualized instruction.
TUITION (including
materials, set of 4 CDs, and text) is $350. Blue Cross Blue Shield subscribers
are eligible to deduct 10% from the MBSR classs tuition through the Healthy Living Naturally benefit
Approved for 16 contact hours of continuing education for nurses and social workers. Continuing
education is INCLUDED in the tuition and materials fee!
REGISTRATION FOR JANUARY MBSR PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN
WINTER 2009:
THURSDAY evenings,
Jan 22--March 19 (no class on Feb 19)
OR
FRIDAY mornings, Jan 23--March 20 (no
class on Feb 20)
Classes are held at: Trinitarian Congregational Church, 54 Walden St, Concord, MA
To register for either session, email Pam Ressler or call Stress Resources (978-369-5243) for a registration brochure to be mailed to you.
If a group program in Mindfulness Based
Stress Reduction does not fit your needs, Pam is available to work with you individually.
Private sessions
are designed to meet the individual needs of the client. This format is particularly useful for individuals who have
unpredictable work schedules, have specific needs related to health conditions, or want to jump start a previous meditation
practice.
Individual Sessions are $100 per hour*.
*Blue Cross Blue Shield subscribers
are eligible for a 20% discount through their Healthy Living Naturally benefit.
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