Mindful Self-Compassion 5-day Intensive

Mindful Self-Compassion
5-Day Intensive (Non-Residential)
Facilitator: Dr. Lynette Monteiro, PSYCHOLOGIST
Certified MSC Teacher
Director of the Ottawa Mindfulness Clinic
June 1-5, 2020 

9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Ottawa ON

Having trouble getting to our evening programs?
Looking for a way to recharge and revitalize yourself this Summer?
Can’t take time off to attend two months of weekly sessions?
Need time to refresh and deepen your mindfulness practice?

Consider the 5-day Intensive format of Mindful Self-Compassion.

In this intensive, you will learn

  • the fundamentals of self-compassion practices
  • how to become more aware of the critical mind and how to change those destructive patterns of thinking,
  • mindfulness practices that support and soothe the physiological threat system
  • clarify your core values and how to live in line with those values
  • about common humanity, that you are not alone in your feelings of isolation and anxiety about being judged by others and by your harsh inner critic

Schedule:
9:30 – 10:30 Session
10:30 – 10:45 Break
10:45 – 12:15 PM Session
12:15 – 1:15 PM Lunch (on own)
1:15 – 2:30 PM Session
2:30 – 2:45 PM Break
2:45 – 4:00 PM Session

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

This is an experiential retreat that will involve reflective practices, working in small and large groups, and periods of silent contemplation. As with any psychological and educational process, inner experiences may become stirred up that is uncomfortable. We encourage you to consider your readiness for a retreat. If you are experiencing moderate to severe depression or anxiety, trauma, or untreated psychological distress, please note that a retreat environment may not be useful at this time. If you are unsure of your readiness, please contact us by email and we would be happy to explore the possibilities with you.

PLEASE CONTACT US TO RECEIVE A REGISTRATION FORM
We will email you an invoice only after receiving the registration form.

Maximum participants: 15

PROGRAM FEES

FULL PAYMENT: $800
PARTIAL PAYMENT: $200 (see Cancellation Policy below)

PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Full payment due two weeks before program date – May 20, 2019

A portion of this cost may be covered by extended health insurers under “Psychological Services – Group offered by Registered Psychologists”. Please check with your insurer for qualification.

There may be spaces available for adjusted fees due to limited or no insurance. Please contact us.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Prior to the program start date, if you have paid the deposit OR the full amount:
Payments are refundable* less $100 if we are notified at least 2 weeks prior – by May 20, 2019
Payments are refundable* less $150 if we are notified less than 2 weeks prior – between May 21 and June 2, 2019
Once the program has begun:
The full payment is refundable* less $250 if the participant withdraws after attending the first day – June 3, 2019.
The full payment will be retained if the participant attends more than one day of the program.
*Less finance charges if paid by PayPal or credit card.

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