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ABOUT THE 8-WEEK MBSR PROGRAM

GRASS VALLEY

FREE INTRO to MBSR
Thursday January 19, 2012
6-8:30pm
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospitall, Out-Patient Building
Limited Seating – Reserve a Seat by
Calling Robyn at the Out-Patient Wellness Center (530)274-6124

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MBSR 26-Hour Program
Begins Thursday, 6-8:30pm, February 9, 2012
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Out-Patient Building

Schedule: Thursdays, 6-8:30pm,
February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Plus Saturday March 17, 10am-4pm

Cost: $340 - this includes all CDs and Handouts

Continuing Education: $25

Request an Info/Application Packet by
Calling or E-mailing Marty

MINDFULNESS For MANAGING DEPRESSION
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
6-8:30 pm
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospitall, Out-Patient Building
$35, includes Mindfulness Practice Recordings
Register by Calling Robyn at the Out-Patient Wellness Center (530)274-6124

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MINDFULNESS For HEALING & WELLNESS
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
6-8:30 pm
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospitall, Out-Patient Building
$35, includes Mindfulness Practice Recordings
Register by Calling Robyn at the Out-Patient Wellness Center (530)274-6124

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MINDFULNESS 4-HOUR SPRING RENEWAL
Saturday, March 24, 2012
9 am - 1 pm
Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospitall, Out-Patient Building
$40, includes Mindfulness Practice Recordings
Register by Calling Robyn at the Out-Patient Wellness Center (530)274-6124

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Continuing Education Units Available
For RNs, LCSWs, ACSWs, LMFTs, IMFTs for the MBSR 8-Week Program and for the Mindfulness 4-Hour Spring Renewal Workshop

Marty Cottler, PhD is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 15390 for 31 contact hours for the MBSR 26-Hour Program. The March 24 Spring Renewal Workshop if for 4.5 contact hours.

This MBSR 26-Hour course meets the qualifications for 26 hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, Provider Number 4535. The March 24 Spring Renewal Workshop is for 4 continuing education credits.

What Is MBSR? | The MBSR Program
What Research Tells Us About the Benefits of MBSR Who Is MBSR For? | What MBSR Is and Is Not
MBSR Class Schedule, Registration and Fees

What Is MBSR?
Have you ever driven for miles and then said to yourself in a surprised tone, "Oh, I’m just about there!" How often do we drive as if on "automatic pilot", not noticing a thing – not the sights outside nor even the music playing inside the car. While driving along the road, we are "lost in thought". There is nothing wrong with "auto pilot" – it seems all of us cruise along in auto much of the time. It is just that we miss the moment-to-moment experiences of our lives. Being in "auto pilot" also seems to leave us more prone to overreacting, having our "buttons pushed". Moving from auto to manual gives us a richer experience along with more awareness, freedom and control.

The purpose of this MBSR Program is to provide you with the opportunity to learn by experience the value of moving out of auto into manual. During the Program, you receive instructions in, and practice modern versions of ancient healing techniques, including breath awareness, body awareness, mindful movement, and gentle yoga (suitable for everyone). You learn how to track your attention, gain greater clarity of where your attention goes, and how to gently bring your attention back to what you choose to focus on.

Attentive awareness of our moment-to-moment experience is empowering! It is important to note that there is no success or failure involved. There is no comparison or judgment of how we are doing. The emphasis is on the "doing" – experimenting and learning from the practices you are taught about how to be more mindful.
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The MBSR Program
This MBSR Program is modeled after Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s University of Massachusetts program that he first offered in 1979. During 8 weekly 2.5 hour classes, plus one 6 hour class (usually held on a Saturday or Sunday between the 6th and 7th weeks), we learn ways to gently reconnect with our moment-to-moment sensations, feelings and thoughts. We also explore what keeps us away from ourselves: “Oh, I was lost in thought!” we find ourselves saying, as others in the group nod in agreement. Each week we explore and experiment with different ways of being mindful, and discover some of the many creative ways we slide back into auto-pilot!

An intention to complete the entire 8 weeks of the Program is essential to experiencing the potential benefits. Participants are asked to practice what is taught during the classes 45 minutes a day at least 6 days each week. I understand it can be difficult to create this amount of time in your life to practice something new. I also know how essential it is to have the intention to practice the homework. The evidence is clear from thousands of people who have taken the class at the University of Massachusetts and elsewhere: maintaining your practice of what is taught greatly increases the benefits. Printed material and instructional CDs are provided to assist you with the homework. (Below, please see our policy if you need to miss a class).
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What Research Tells Us About the Benefits of MBSR
These simple techniques of moment-to-moment awareness of our immediate experiences are the primary methods that help us take charge more effectively of our health and wellness. Thirty years ago, Dr. Kabat-Zinn first offered MBSR to patients at the University of Massachusetts Hospital. Since that time, approximately 15,000 people have gone through their program, and thousands more around the world. For over two decades, scientists have researched the effects on people who complete an MBSR program, many with major health problems. The results show people feel more in charge of their lives, and more able to cope with their physical and personal problems. Also reported are decreases in medical visits and in the use of medications, along with improved ability to tolerate and manage fear, sadness, conflict and stress. Also reported are increases in self-esteem, confidence, and enjoyment of daily life.
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Who Is MBSR For?
Many of us find ourselves stuck in painful circumstances. Our bodies are not working well, or our emotions and thoughts don’t leave us alone, or our relationships might be difficult, or work is a problem, or fortunately often we feel good and want to expand our wellness. MBSR is for anyone who is motivated to learn new ways to empower yourself to take a more active role in your health and wellness. Here is a partial listing of medical and psychological conditions of MBSR participants that have been researched:

What MBSR Is and Is Not
This MBSR Program is not a medical treatment. This MBSR Program is also not counseling nor psychotherapy. It is a stand-alone educational training program, although the research noted above continues to find that participation in a MBSR program can be a very helpful addition to medical or psychological treatment.

There is evidence that MBSR training helps us heal. MBSR does not cure illnesses or disorders. What is the difference? “Curing” a disease is a complete recovery. “Healing” involves changing how we relate to what our bodies and minds are going through, even if an illness or disorder remains. Healing also involves discovering the tangible benefits that occur when we relate differently with our diseases, disabilities and the less severe stresses and strains of daily life.
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MBSR Class Schedule, Registration and Fees
Classes are held quarterly, daytime and evening – Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall.

The next classes start in Grass Valley in January 2012 - Please See Above

The fee is $340 – this fee is for eight 2.5 hour classes, one 6 hour class, and includes all course materials. A limited amount of financial assistance is available.

The fee for Continuing Education units is $25.

Please contact Dr Cottler if you would like additional information or have questions.

Missed Class Policy: Completing and graduating from the MBSR Program requires attending a minium of 6 classes. At no additional cost, you may take up to 2 classes you miss during a future MBSR class. If you miss 3 or more classes, then we will provide you with a prorated fee option for an upcoming class.

Cancellation Policy: If cancellation is made by e-mail or phone call message at least 7 days before the first class, then a full refund will be issued, minus a $30 administration fee. Another option is to apply the fee to a future class.

Thereafter, the refund policy is:
60% of the fee if notice is provided after the 1st class and at least one day before the 2nd class;
40% of the fee if notice is provided after the 2nd class and at least one day before the 3rd classs;
No refunds are available as of the 3rd class.

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