The Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy is pleased to announce our new membership program, which formally began January 1, 2012. YOU ARE INVITED TO BECOME A MEMBER! The purpose is to provide an organization to support and connect the rapidly growing community of practitioners of meditation and psychotherapy, both locally (the New England Region of US) and globally (through online and affiliate programs).

Consisting of a five day-long residential program in a retreat-like setting, a three day-long residential meditation retreat, and weekly classes in the Boston area (with the possibility of participating via an online link), this nine-month program will comprehensively explore the integration of mindfulness and psychotherapy. With the guidance of approximately 20 faculty comprised of specialists in their areas, we investigate the application of mindfulness to a wide range of clinical populations and conditions, examine Western and Buddhist perspectives on health and healing, and will practice meditation together. Those completing the course will receive continuing education credits and a certificate from the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy... Read More.

Responding to growing interest among psychotherapists of all theoretical orientations, this practical book provides a comprehensive introduction to mindfulness and its contemporary clinical applications. The authors, who have been practicing both mindfulness and psychotherapy for decades, present a range of clear-cut procedures for practicing mindfulness techniques and teaching them to patients. They demonstrate how mindfulness practices can increase acceptance and empathy in the therapeutic relationship; relieve the suffering caused by depression, anxiety, and chronic pain; enhance clinical work with children; and help therapists in their personal development... Read More.