Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Dr. Taylor is very happy to be partnering with the Centre for Mindfulness Muskoka in offering this Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Workshop Series. Mindfulness is an evidence-based treatment for a number of mental, physical and stress-related illnesses, equal in efficacy to SSRIs, exercise, and psychotherapy. The goal of this group is to introduce the specific tools and skills of mindfulness meditation for motivated individuals struggling with habitual/chronic stress, or who have a history of depression and/or anxiety.

Time: Wednesdays from 5:15 - 8:15 Pm

Location: 158 Manitoba St., Bracebridge -- the building sign says Aspire Speech and the group space is downstairs.

Dates: July 9th, July 16th, July 23rd, July 30th, Aug 6th, Aug 13th, Aug 20th, and Aug 27th; Retreat Day: August 16th or August 24th 2025 (To be confirmed)

Suitable participants: 

• are dealing with stress related to a life transition, depression, and/or anxiety and could benefit from learning tools for stress reduction, mindfulness meditation, and cognitive behavioural therapy

• are ready and willing to commit to coming to all eight sessions plus the retreat day and to do one hour of home practice daily

• have a valid OHIP card

• are not dealing with active serious mental health issues (untreated PTSD, psychosis, suicidality, etc), an active substance use addiction, or life circumstances that prevent regular group participation

  
  

Description: 

Based on the MBCT curriculum, this workshop series will invite participants to learn about and practice training the three A’s of mindfulness: Attention, Awareness, and Acceptance. We will work with sitting, walking, standing, and moving mindfulness meditation practices. In addition, there will be an exploration of how to integrate mindfulness into daily life. This program also includes a significant cognitive exploration to help transform patterns of thinking that are common in depression and anxiety such as self-judgment, excess guilt, worrying, catastrophizing etc. Participants will have an opportunity to practice these skills at home and then bring their questions and discoveries to the group for discussion. There will also be a practical exploration of hindrances and challenges in practice as well as how to overcome them.

Cost: 

This workshop is covered by OHIP for Ontario residents with a valid OHIP card. A manual will need to be purchased separately to support you during the program and is available on a sliding scale basis.

Other Requirements:

To participate in this workshop series you will need to attend an initial Orientation and Information Session scheduled for June 18th 2025 at 7pm and book an individual in person appointment with Dr. Taylor. To register for the orientation session and start the registration process, click HERE. If you have attended a previous mindfulness group and/or orientation session in the past, you can directly book an individual intake appointment with Dr. Taylor HERE. A referral from your physician is not required but is helpful. Go to referrals page for more details.