Peace of Mind
It does not mean the absence of noise, chaos, confusion or hard work,
It means to be in the midst of those things,
And still be calm in your heart.
-Author Unknown-
Fortunately, we all possess the natural,
inborn ability to be calm even in the midst of pain and the stresses and challenges of every day life. We call this approach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Our Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course (MBSR) is modeled on the 8 week MBSR program which was founded in 1979
by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of MassachusettsMedicalCenter.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is now taught in hospitals, clinics and research centers around the world and has earned a respected place in integrative medicine.
MBSR can also compliment the treatments provided by your doctors or other healthcare specialists.
Weekly classes and daily home practice help train your mind to become calmer and clearer, so that you can respond more effectively to the stresses and challenges of every day life.
Almost30 years of published research demonstrates that the majority of patients who complete the course experience the following:
greater peace of mind, energy and enthusiasm for life
improved ability to cope with and adapt to demanding, stressful life situations
decreased pain levels and enhanced ability to cope with chronic pain and symptoms
an increased ability to relax and appreciate moments of joy and celebration
Patients participate in the program for many different reasons:
stress (physical, emotional, chemical)
chronic pain, illness
fatigue
anxiety
depression
sleep disturbances
high blood pressure
other stress related illnesses
A complimentary orientation class is
offered at our office at different times throughout the year. This will give you a chance to experience mindfulness meditation, learn more about the eight week MBSR course and meet your instructor. Please call the office
(207-883-9901) for more information.
Dr. Joanne Chapman has participated in professional training under the direction of the founder of the program, Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn. She has also completed the most advanced MBSR teacher training offered by the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Dr. Chapman has been practicing Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for many years. She brings both her professional MBSR training and many years of private practice to her classes.
Dr. Chapman is also presently pursuing a Ph.D. at LesleyUniversity in Cambridge, MA. She is researching the best practices for introducing MBSR training to children and adolescents.
This course is highly experiential, challenging and life-affirming. It includes:
instruction in mindfulness meditation practices
mindful stretching exercises and mindful yoga
exercises to enhance mindfulness and awareness in every day life
individually tailored instruction
group support
mindful communication skills
homework CDs
daily homework assignments
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