CURRENT CLASSES
Please contact instructors directly for class information and registration
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Dr Yaari Dyer, L.Psych, Certified MBSR Facilitator
Thursday April 9 - May 28, 2026
Eight Thursdays: April 9 - May 28, 5.30 - 8 pm, ONLINE
Plus a full day retreat (IN PERSON) on Sunday May 24th 9 AM - 3 PM
Free Orientation/Information sessions by Zoom on Thursday Mar 19th and 24th
Please register early as spaces are limited. Discounted price for students and seniors.
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.
For more information about this course (and the required free Orientation session), please email dyerpsych@gmail.com
Also: Ask about upcoming courses, Wednesdays July 8 - Sept 2nd (ONLINE); also Sundays October 4 - November 29 (IN-PERSON, Kitsilano)
IN PERSON MINDFULNESS BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Brett Peterson, MA, RCC and /or Marian Smith, MA, RCC (Certified MBSR Facilitator)
April 28 to June 16, 2026
Eight consecutive Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, plus a six-hour mini retreat on Saturday, June 6 from 10am to 4pm.
This course will be offered at 3263 Heather Street between West 16th and 17th.
For information including course fees, early bird pricing 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: msmith@mindful-living.ca
Please register early as class size is limited. 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.
The room is a spacious 350 ft.² with room to physically distance. It will be ventilated to the outdoors and through a HEPA filter.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) at Douglas College (BREV1000)
With Tom Heah, Certified MBCT and MBSR Facilitator and Facilitator Trainer
April 29 to May 17, 2026
Weekly classes (online): 8 Wednesday evenings, April 29 to May 17, 2026
Class times: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Retreat day (in-person): Sunday June 15th , 2025
Retreat time: 9am – 4pm
To register, please contact Douglas College Continuing Studies: 604-527-5472 and quote Course Registration Number 31076
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
with Dr. Kasim Al-Mashat, Umass and Brown University Certified MBSR Teacher and Recognized Trainer
May 6 to June 24, 2026
Eight consecutive Wednesday evenings, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM PDT (with exception to the first and last session that are 3 hours). Plus, one All-Day retreat on Saturday, June 13, 2026 (9:00 AM to 4:30 PM PDT).
For information and to register please visit https://centreformindfulness.ca, or https://www.drkasimalmashat.com
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.
MINDFULNESS-BASED STRESS REDUCTION (MBSR)
With Dr Yaari Dyer, L.Psych, Certified MBSR Facilitator
Thursdays July 2nd - Aug 27th, 2026
Eight Thursdays, 5.30 - 8 pm, ONLINE
Plus a full day retreat (IN PERSON) on Sunday August 23rd 9 AM - 3 PM
Free Orientation/Information sessions by Zoom on Thursday June 18 or 25, 5.30 pm
Please register early as spaces are limited. Discounted price for students and seniors.
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.
For more information about this course (and the required free Orientation session), please email dyerpsych@gmail.com.
Also: Ask about upcoming courses, Sundays October 4 - November 29 IN-PERSON, Kitsilano
7-Day Online Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
With Bob Stahl and Kasim Al-Mashat
July 31 To August 7, 2026
July 31 (4:30 pm to 6:30 pm PDT)
August 1-6 (6:30 am to 6:30 pm PDT)
August 7 (6:30 am to 9:30 am PDT)
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 7-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)
Individual & Couples Sessions
Online or In-Person with Ira Yakubovitz, Certified MBSR Teacher (Centre for Mindfulness Studies, Toronto) and Registered Social Worker.
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About the Program
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based program that helps people develop healthier ways of relating to stress, anxiety, and pain.
Through guided mindfulness practices and gentle exploration, participants learn to step out of habitual stress reactions and cultivate greater awareness, calm, and self-compassion. By learning to be more present, we can respond to life’s challenges with clarity and resilience.
Research in neuroscience shows that regular mindfulness practice can strengthen the brain’s capacity for emotional balance and stress regulation.
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Program Structure
This program follows the curriculum of the traditional 8-week MBSR course, offered in a flexible and personalized format for individuals or couples. Sessions may begin at any time.
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Eight consecutive sessions:
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Individual: 80 minutes — $190 per session
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Couples: 90 minutes — $210 per session
Silent Mindfulness Retreat
A key component of the program is a guided silent retreat at the end of the course.
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Duration: 4–8 hours (customizable)
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Cost: $110 per hour
For additional information about course content, fees, application process, course format and structure please contact Ira by phone: 778-6837480 or email: middle-way@outlook.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.