Mindfulness Training

Image from FlickrWhen I was teaching master's level counseling students (and serving as Practicum Director) at Avila University, I created a teaching protocol called Mindfulness In Action (click here for more information about that program). This program turned out the be quite successful. And, overall, I found a very strong level of interest in learning about mindfulness-based interventions in mental health settings, both among our students and also among clinicians who had completed their formal training. In recognition of this interest (and because I love to teach!), part of my new private practice will include training for mental health providers. I will offer a three-level series of training opportunities. The first level (see below) will be a four-week series designed primarily for those who are interested in mindfulness-based interventions, but who have little or no formal training in the area. The second level will be offered for those with some degree of background and/or formal training, but who want to learn more about specific techniques and applications for various symptoms, disorders, and patient populations, and also to work on the application of their clinical skills. The third level will consist of individual and/or group supervision for those who are experienced and well-trained in mindfulness-based interventions, but who would benefit from consultation and supervision on cases and situations.

Here's the announcement for the first training series (Level One):

New Training Series for Mental Health Providers

Introduction to Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Psychotherapy

Intended Audience: Mental Health Providers (including graduate students and interns currently in training in mental health disciplines)

Curriculum, Content, and Objectives:

• What is Meditation? What is Mindfulness?
• How To Practice Mindfulness Meditation
• When, How, and To Whom to Teach Mindfulness Meditation
  
• Psychotherapeutic Change Models, and Mindfulness Practice
• "Third-Wave" Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (DBT, ACT, MBCT, etc.)
  

Dates, Times, and Location: Four sessions, Monday evenings, 6pm - 8pm; June 16, 23, and 30, and July 7; 6306 Walnut Street, Kansas City MO, 64113.

Fee and Registration: $300 for all four sessions. In order to register for this course, please arrange for payment prior to the first session. Space is limited to 6 participants. Discount available for students.

To Sign Up: Contact Dr. Delany Dean by email (crimlawdoc [AT] gmail [DOT] com)

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