4 weekly sessions, 2 hours each

An opportunity to learn the impacts of stress on your mind and body, and how to incorporate a variety of mindfulness practices that help develop capacity for calmness and reduce physiological reactivity to stress.

This group is intended for adults (18+) with chronic stress, illness, pain or who want to enhance their overall emotional and physical wellness. Not suitable for anyone with severe depression, recent trauma, or active psychosis.

No purchase of material is required. Weekly attendance is expected, as well as a commitment to complete assigned practices between sessions.

At the end of the 4 weeks, participants will have a basic understanding of how to change their relationship with stress through the integration of mindfulness practices. Independent, ongoing practice is recommended to maintain the positive effects of this learning.

• If the group you wish to attend is full, please email programs@thamesvalleyfht.ca with your full name, email address, phone number, the name of your family physician, and the preferred group in order to be added to the waitlist.
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