Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Depression

An eight week program to help people who suffer from repeated bouts of depression and chronic unhappiness

Research has shown that MBCT is effective in reducing symptoms that accompany depression, particularly the negative thinking that can lead to a downward spiral. The practice of mindfulness meditation allows you to pay close attention to the present moment and brings thoughts, feelings, and body sensations into awareness with an attitude of non-judgment. This experience creates the possibility of working more wisely with sadness, fear, and worry, all emotions that are central to preventing depression.

   In addition to learning the technique of mindfulness meditation, some of the following themes will be discussed:

• Living on Automatic Pilot                                    
• Staying Present     
• Dealing with Barriers                                          
• Allowing and Letting Be
• Mindfulness of the Breath                                
• Thoughts are not Facts
• How I can best take care of myself
• Using what's been learned to deal with future moods

8 sessions starting Sunday, May 16

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

   The program will be led by Shayna Kulman-Lipsey M.S.W., R.S.W. who has many years of experience in the mental health field and whose area of specialization is depression. 

    Each participant will be interviewed individually to ascertain the benefits the group can provide for them.

To register, call: 679 0646 

Please register in advance.