CURRENT CLASSES
Please contact instructors directly for class information and registration
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)for Anxiety and Depression Course at Langara College (online, CRN: SELF1165)
With Tom Heah, Certified MBCT and MBSR Facilitator and Facilitator Trainer
September 5 to October 24, 2024
Weekly classes (online): 8 Thursday evenings, September 5 to October 24, 2024
Class times: 5:00 – 7:30pm
Retreat day (online): October 12th , 2024
Retreat time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
To register, please contact Langara College Continuing Studies by phone: 604-323-5927 or by email at: cserratosnegrete@langara.ca
Zoom link will be sent on registration.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Courses at Douglas College (CRN: 31076)
With Tom Heah, Reg. OT(BC), Certified MBSR and MBCT Facilitator and Facilitator Trainer
Sept 25 - November 13, 2024
Weekly classes (online): 8 Wednesday evenings, September 25 to November 13, 2024
Class times: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Retreat day (in-person): Sunday, November 3rd, 2024, at Aboriginal Gathering Place
Retreat time: 9am – 5pm
To register, please contact Douglas College Continuing Studies: (604)527-5472 and quote CRN 31076
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, Umass and Brown University Certified MBSR Teacher and Recognized Trainer
October 9 to December 4, 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, November 23 (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.
IN PERSON MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and /or Marian Smith, MA, RCC (Certified MBSR Facilitator)
October 29 to December 17, 2024
Eight consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00 pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Saturday, December 7 from 10am to 4pm.
This course will be offered 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 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 300 ft.² with room to physically distance. It will be ventilated to the outdoors and through a HEPA filter. Class size is limited. Masks are optional.
5-Day Online Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
December 6 to December 11, 2024
December 6 (4:00 pm to 6:30 pm PST)
December 7-10 (6:30 am to 6:30 pm PST)
December 11 (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.
For information and to register please visit https://centreformindfulness.ca, or contact Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat at info@drkasimalmashat.com.
MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Dr Yaari Dyer, R.Psych, Certified MBSR Facilitator
Jan 19 - Mar 16, 2025
Nine Sundays: Jan 19 - Feb 23, Mar 9, Mar 16, 9 AM - 11.30; Plus a full day retreat on Sunday Mar 2nd, 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: Kitsilano venue, spacious 500 sqf, with room to physically distance
Payment: There will be an early bird price if payment by Jan 6th, 2025
Free Orientation/Information sessions by Zoom on Nov 10 and Dec 8.
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, please email dyerpsych@gmail.com
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
January 21 to March 11, 2025
Eight consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Saturday, March 1, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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 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: Masks are optional. The room is a spacious 300 ft.² with room to physically distance. It will be ventilated to the outdoors and through a HEPA filter. Class size is limited.
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.