There are 3 steps to apply for the course.
1. Application Form
You can send an email to Caroline Werner [email protected] to register your interest, ask any questions and request the application form. We will then send it to you via email to be returned.
2. Orientation Session
Before you can be accepted onto the MBSR Course you must attend an Orientation Session or speak directly with one of the Instructor/s. This will allow you to:
1. Application Form
You can send an email to Caroline Werner [email protected] to register your interest, ask any questions and request the application form. We will then send it to you via email to be returned.
2. Orientation Session
Before you can be accepted onto the MBSR Course you must attend an Orientation Session or speak directly with one of the Instructor/s. This will allow you to:
- Learn about the Stress Reduction Program, its history and explore whether it is right for you.
- Meet the Course instructors.
- Experience, first-hand, mindfulness methods and approaches you will be learning during the program.
- Judge whether the Course fits in with your stage of life and schedule at this moment.
- Ask any questions you may have regarding the Programme.
Orientation Session
Thursday 13th January
18:30 - 20:00
If you have missed the Orientation session and are interested in the course, please let me know.
Please email Caroline Werner to register to attend the Orientation [email protected]
3. Personal Interview
After sending in your Application Form and attending the Orientation, if you are still interested in participating in the MBSR Course you will be invited to have an interview with the instructor in person or over the phone. This will be discussed and organised at the Orientation, or by email if you are unable to attend the Orientation.
Please Note
MBSR may NOT be suitable for every person or may not be an appropriate choice for you at this time. This may be the case if you are dealing with substance abuse or dependence, an acute medical problem or acute psychological issues including trauma, severe depression, psychosis, active suicidal thoughts or other major psychiatric diagnosis.
MBSR is not psychotherapy. It is NOT a substitute for mental health therapy or counselling, for medical care or for substance abuse treatment. Please discuss any concerns you may have with the Course instructors.
After sending in your Application Form and attending the Orientation, if you are still interested in participating in the MBSR Course you will be invited to have an interview with the instructor in person or over the phone. This will be discussed and organised at the Orientation, or by email if you are unable to attend the Orientation.
Please Note
MBSR may NOT be suitable for every person or may not be an appropriate choice for you at this time. This may be the case if you are dealing with substance abuse or dependence, an acute medical problem or acute psychological issues including trauma, severe depression, psychosis, active suicidal thoughts or other major psychiatric diagnosis.
MBSR is not psychotherapy. It is NOT a substitute for mental health therapy or counselling, for medical care or for substance abuse treatment. Please discuss any concerns you may have with the Course instructors.
Upon being accepted onto the course, you will receive a confirmation letter and you are able to
make payment of the fee to confirm your place.
make payment of the fee to confirm your place.
Informed Consent
Upon payment for this course, you the participant, thus agree to the following:
This MBSR Course includes skill training in relaxation and meditation methods as well as gentle stretching (yoga) exercises. During the Course I will be asked to practice these appropriate to my abilities. I understand that if for any reason I am unable to, or think it unwise to engage in these techniques and exercises either during the weekly sessions at the MBSR Course or at home, I am under no obligation to engage in these techniques nor will I hold the instructors liable for any injuries incurred from these exercises. This Course is designed to help me learn these skills appropriately and to never push beyond my capabilities. This Course is in no way a substitute for medical care or psychotherapy. I have provided the Instructors with all relevant information about my medical care.
Upon payment for this course, you the participant, thus agree to the following:
This MBSR Course includes skill training in relaxation and meditation methods as well as gentle stretching (yoga) exercises. During the Course I will be asked to practice these appropriate to my abilities. I understand that if for any reason I am unable to, or think it unwise to engage in these techniques and exercises either during the weekly sessions at the MBSR Course or at home, I am under no obligation to engage in these techniques nor will I hold the instructors liable for any injuries incurred from these exercises. This Course is designed to help me learn these skills appropriately and to never push beyond my capabilities. This Course is in no way a substitute for medical care or psychotherapy. I have provided the Instructors with all relevant information about my medical care.
How much does the Course cost?
The Course fee is 600 CHF for the 8 weeks and the All Day Retreat Session – 9 sessions involving about 28 hours of mindfulness practices and exercises. This includes the Practice audio materials and the Course Handouts. Your payment reserves your place on the course.
If you have financial concerns which may make participation in the Course difficult, please do not hesitate to indicate these and financial arrangements can be discussed.
Refunds are possible up to one week prior to the course beginning. Cancellation afterwards will incur a 100% fee of the course price unless your place is filled by another participant.