Using Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction to Improve Medical Outcomes
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction has been used around the world to improve medical outcomes for people with chronic health conditions. The mind of the client is often underutilized in treatment of health concerns. There is a powerful capacity in the mind of the client to improve their own health, if given the right tools. This group seeks to teach clients what those tools are and how to use them. It is not a replacement for other medical and mental health treatments but rather an adjunct to use alongside your current treatment plan. The group will focus on using four mindful practices to improve overall health. Instructors will seek to coordinate with other providers to ensure the best possible outcomes.
This group utilizes researched based techniques and is designed to improve outcomes with:
This group utilizes researched based techniques and is designed to improve outcomes with:
This group is not the best fit for those who:
Are unable to commit to coming to class regularly for the 8 weeks. Are currently struggling with addiction or are early in recovery.
Are currently experiencing psychosis. Are under 18 years of age. Are having active thoughts of suicide. Have had Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) in the last 3 months
Are unable to commit to coming to class regularly for the 8 weeks. Are currently struggling with addiction or are early in recovery.
Are currently experiencing psychosis. Are under 18 years of age. Are having active thoughts of suicide. Have had Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) in the last 3 months
Group details:
Cost: $240 Private Pay
Meets weekly in Fairfield for 9 weeks Each group is 2 hours long, There is also an 7 hour session between weeks 5 and 6 for a total of 25 hours Presenter: Charity Chaney |