institute for Mindfulness studies
Clarity of Mind. Well Being. Compassion.
The Institute for Mindfulness Studies offers instruction and consultation in mindfulness- based contemplative practices. Our services are tailored to
the individual, small groups, and large organizations.
the individual, small groups, and large organizations.
Scott Rogers
Founder and Director
Contact
Institute for Mindfulness Studies
4045 Sheridan Avenue, No. 196
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
tel: 786-239-9318
fax: 860-239-9312
The Sifre Center offers counseling services in the areas of cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based practices. It also offers
a program of Acupuncture-Asian Medicine that complements other medical systems.
a program of Acupuncture-Asian Medicine that complements other medical systems.
Tammy and Santiago Sifre
Program Directors
www.thesifrecenter.com
Contact
The Sifre Center
333 Arthur Godfrey Road
Suite 710
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
tel: 305-672-4403
fax: 305-672-4403
Important Disclaimer -- This workshop is not therapy and is designed to complement,
not compete with, whatever treatment or medication you may be receiving for depression. Please be sure to consult with your therapist before applying to participate
in this workshop.
not compete with, whatever treatment or medication you may be receiving for depression. Please be sure to consult with your therapist before applying to participate
in this workshop.
“TIS THE SEASON TO BE MINDFUL”
Mindfulness-Based Workshop for
“Finding Balance and Happiness”
Amid Life’s Challenges
(Based on MBSR and MBCT)
October 27, 2008 - December 15, 2008
Monday Evenings 7:00 - 9:00
9085 S.W. 87th Avenue| Miami, Florida
Enrollment Fee is $745.00
The Institute for Mindfulness Studies and The Sifre Center invite you to participate in a special Eight-Week Mindfulness-Based “Finding Happiness” Workshop that draws on the work of Mindful-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
MBSR is designed to work with people dealing with pain and stress while MBCT is designed to help people who suffer depression and chronic unhappiness. They share the integration of meditative practices and attitudes based on the cultivation of mindful awareness. Click here to learn more about MBCT. Click here to learn more about MBSR.
This Eight-Week Workshop is based on the MBSR program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and the MBCT program developed by Zindel Segal, Mark Williams, and John Teasdale. It includes instruction and training on simple breathing meditation and gentle stretches designed to help you become more aware of the present moment. The workshop includes basic education on anxiety, depression and exercises that demonstrate the links between thinking and feeling and ways to inoculate and look after yourself when challenging emotions surface.
Mindfulness-Based Exercises help you to see more clearly the arisings of your mind and to learn how to detect when worry emerges or your mood begins to drop. These exercises can help break the link between mood and negative and worrisome thinking that could lead to a deepening of the mood or thoughts. You will learn to mindfully observe thoughts and emotional states without identifying as intently with them. You find that you can learn to stay in touch with the present moment without ruminating about the past or worrying about the future.
Workshop Facilitators
The workshop will be conducted by Scott Rogers, M.S., J.D., director of the Institute for Mindfulness Studies and Tammy Sifre, Ph.D., of the Sifre Center. You can learn more about Scott Rogers by clicking here and about Tammy Sifre by clicking here.
Screening Process Prior to Registration
A screening interview is required of all potential participants to ensure a good fit with the program and to answer any questions you may have. Contact Tammy Sifre at 305-672-4403 to arrange a screening interview. Upon acceptance, you may register to reserve your place in this workshop.
As a participant you will learn exercises to help you:
• Increase awareness of your thoughts and how they contribute to negative mood and thinking patterns.
• Become more compassionate and accepting of yourself and the world around you.
• Create a more open and less judgmental approach to living and interacting with others.
• Recognize when your own thinking is not helpful.
• Find ways to reduce the pressure you put on yourself and the high standards you try to meet.
Important Disclaimer -- This workshop is not therapy and is designed to complement whatever treatment or medication you may be receiving, if any.
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