Learn practical ways to manage anxiety and effectively prevent the relapse of depression.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy is a clinically proven program for preventing relapse into depression and reducing stress and anxiety. It combines the practice of mindfulness meditation with the tools of cognitive therapy. Mindfulness is a non-judgmental way of paying attention in the present moment. It increases our awareness of how we habitually react to situations, so we can choose to respond in more effective ways. Cognitive therapy is designed to interrupt the habitual negative thinking that leads to depressive and anxious spirals.
Participants will learn a variety of techniques they can use to develop a new relationship with their thoughts and feelings. They will also learn how to respond adaptively to the early warning signs of relapse.
A commitment to attendance and home practice activities is required. Participants are strongly encouraged to attend a day-long silent retreat, but it is an optional part of the program.
Who should attend
This program is for anyone experiencing moderate anxiety/ depression. It is also highly recommended for people with a history of depression.
This program will also have a limited number of spots available for health-care professionals pursuing the MBCT Facilitation Certificate who wish to attend the MBCT course as an active participants for professional development purposes. Please select the MBCT Professional Development ticketing option.
Dates
Thursday evenings.
Orientation & Session 1: March 10, 2016 | 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Sessions: March 17 - May 5, 2016* | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
*March 17 is during March Break
Facilitators
Anya Choulsky OT Reg. (Ont.) & Nikki Mohle RN CNO
Location
The Centre for Mindfulness Studies
180 Sudbury Street
Toronto, ON M6J 0A8
Registration
Fee: $495 (no HST - equivalent to $438 + HST). Fee includes handouts and CD. Those with extended healthcare benefits (third-party insurance) may be eligible for reimbursement.
All participants must be free of substance misuse.