CURRENT CLASSES
Please contact instructors directly for class information and registration
IN PERSON MINDFULNESS BASED COGNITIVE THERAPY (MBCT)
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and / or Marian Smith, MA, RCC, Certified MBCT Teachers
April 17 to June 12, 2023
Eight consecutive Monday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Saturday, June 3rd from 10:00am to 4:00pm. NO CLASS on Victoria Day, May 22.
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 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 will be optional at this time.
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and /or Marian Smith, MA, RCC Certified MBSR Facilitator
April 18 to June 6, 2023
Eight consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00 pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Saturday, June 3rd 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 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 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 will be optional at this time.
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, Umass and Brown University Certified MBSR Teacher and Recognized Trainer
May 17 to July 5, 2023 *online through Zoom interactive video
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 17th (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.
5-Day Online Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
With Bob Stahl, PhD, and Kasim Al-Mashat, PhD
July 28 – August 2, 2023
July 28 (4:00 pm to 6:30 pm PST)
July 29 0 August 1 (6:30 am to 6:30 pm PST)
August 2 (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.
INDIVIDUAL MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
Online & In-Person with Brandi Matheson
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.