MBCT PROGRAM
We can’t escape suffering; what we want to do is to activate a different pattern of relationship with suffering, without emergence of old patterns or self beliefs about ourselves.
Zindel Segal
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy - 8 week group program
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is an evidence-based group therapy for preventing depressive relapse and treating mood disorders. It reduces depression, anxiety, and stress.
The MBCT program, developed by Zindel Segal (University of Toronto), Mark Williams (University of Wales, Bangor), and John Teasdale (University of Oxford) is an evidenced-based program for learning skills and practices to manage depression, anxiety as well as preventing relapse. By learning to identify the triggers and symptoms of anxiety and depression, participants can interrupt habitual patterns of reaction to situations, which allows them to choose a more skillful response.
Mindfulness is a non-judgmental way of paying attention to the present moment. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is designed to bring awareness to the habitual negative thinking that leads to depressive and anxious spirals. Combined, MBCT interrupts how we habitually react to situations, so we can choose to respond in more skillful ways.
Research has demonstrated MBCT is as effective as antidepressants in the prevention of depressive relapse or recurrence.
MBCT teachings and mindfulness meditation is based on scientific research validating the efficacy in decreasing the relapse of depression & anxiety and increasing well being. Research supports improved physical, psychological and behavioral outcomes including better sleep, lower blood pressure, reduction in heart disease and overall improved health.
Mindfulness meditation is an integrated mind-body approach for accessing powerful inner resources and a way to cultivate being fully present in your life.
Some of the clinically proven benefits of MBCT are:
Prevention of depressive relapse, particularly those who deal with chronic or acute depression and/or mild to moderate anxiety
Managing symptoms and reducing suffering from medical conditions such as chronic pain, high blood pressure, heart disease, persistent headaches, and more
Enhancing our ability to overcome psychological distress such as panic attacks, depression, fatigue, and insomnia
Class Description:
Looks at the “illness” of depression/anxiety and asks – how mindfulness can help you stay well
develop a solid meditation practice & learn how to manage stress, quiet your mind, calm your body, and increase your enjoyment of life
introduction to neuroscience, and negative mind states associated with depression and anxiety
explore the meaning, method, and benefits of mindfulness meditation
change your relationship to thoughts & feeling and recognize patterns of mind and emotion
learn a variety of meditation techniques including sitting, walking, body-scan, and loving-kindness meditation.
strengthen your connection to yourself, others, and the environment
feel supported within a small group of like-minded people
Participants will learn:
Skills and practices to manage depression, anxiety and prevent relapse. By learning to identify the triggers and symptoms of anxiety and depression, participants can effectively address these issues as they arise in everyday life.
Who should attend:
Individuals suffering from chronic stress, illness, physical pain and/or mental suffering, who wish to increase their overall health and wellbeing in a group setting. MBCT reduces psychological distress and promotes well-being.
Individuals experiencing moderate anxiety, depression, ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) and people with a history of depression.
Details:
8 weeks of 2 hour sessions, with a half day silent retreat after week 6
Each session includes practices of meditation, mindful movement, group sharing and other exercises to learn to apply mindfulness in daily life
Groups size are 8 - 16 participants
Free workbook, handouts, videos and recordings to support your home practice
Virtual via Zoom link or In Person
Instructor:
Pam Hauck is a Canadian Certified Counsellor who specializes in integrating counselling with eastern approaches of working with the mind. She earned a Master’s in Counselling degree from Gonzaga University and is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher trained under Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Pam has been teaching and practicing mindfulness since 2015 and is a Certified MBSR and MBCT Facilitator trained through the Centre for Mindfulness Studies in Toronto.
Fee: $650 + gst
Includes over 20hrs of class time, Home Practice Manual, & guided mindfulness meditation audio recordings.
Insurance Coverage:
A receipt with Certified Canadian Counselling registration number will be provided. Many extended health insurance plans will partially or fully cover the cost of this course. Please check with your specific plan.
For more information, contact Pam Hauck at
“After taking the MBCT program I am less emotionally distressed and more skilled at recognizing what action(s) I can do in the moment to mindfully address my discomfort and pain. It has been a true life saver!”
“This class was wonderful. I appreciated Pam’s positivity, warmth and kindness. She is such an attentive listener and goes out of her way to make you feel valued and comfortable. I highly recommend anyone struggling right now to take this class to help with finding peace and tranquility with racing or negative thought patterns. So grateful! Thank you Pam.”
To learn more – view the following
Introduction to Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy by PRH (3 min)
The mindful way through depression: Zindel Segal at TEDxUTSC (18 min)
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