Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, MBSR is the gold standard of evidence-based mindfulness programs designed to introduce fundamental mindfulness practices and stress reduction techniques.

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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an effective, scientifically researched method for reducing physical and psychological suffering while building resilience, balance and peace of mind.

Learning to practice mindfulness provides a way of relating directly with whatever is happening in your life, a way of taking charge of your life, of consciously and systematically noticing and responding to your own stress and pain, and to the challenges and demands of living. This starts with cultivating present-moment attention in an open, nonjudgmental way. MBSR is a nonsectarian, scientifically researched approach that is in harmony with any faith-based tradition.

Program Snapshot

Brown University's 8-week MBSR program is designed to teach participants mindfulness meditation and movement practices they can integrate into their daily life.

8 Weeks

+ Orientation & One All-Day Session

Instructor-led sessions, reflection and practice

Online

or In-Person

2.5 hours per week with one all-day session

Tuition

In-Person: $650

Online: $599

The Benefits of MBSR

Scientific research at medical and research centers around the world suggests that MBSR can
positively and often profoundly affect participants' lives.

  • Stress reduction
  • Decreased medical symptoms
  • Improved self-care
  • Greater ability to manage anxiety and depression
  • Loosening of the grip of negative habits and thinking
  • Improvement in symptoms of burnout
  • Clearer recognition of when your attitude or mood is beginning to change so you can become less reactive
  • Discovery that difficult and unwanted thoughts and feelings can be seen from an altogether different perspective – a perspective that brings with it a sense of compassion and less judgment to the suffering you are experiencing
  • Improved sense of well-being and learning how to be present and appreciate the simple pleasures of everyday life, connect with yourself, and the experience of being alive

Curriculum Outline

Discover what you'll learn week by week.

Continuing Education Units: In addition to receiving a certificate of completion, participants may be eligible to receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs)* for participation in our mindfulness programming. To determine if and how the continuing education hours obtained in our courses apply to professional certification, licensing, or required training, please check directly with your training department or licensing authority and review their documentation requirements.

Students are responsible for verifying if this course qualifies for their organization's tuition reimbursement program (if applicable) or towards professional certification requirements. Brown is not able to provide documentation beyond the Certificate of Completion and course materials that are provided as part of the course.

* Note that CEU redemption varies by credentialing body, for the exact number of CEUs, please visit the website of your specific license, certification, or exam.