Umass Medical School Center For Mindfulness

Our Mission

Explore, understand, articulate and further mindfulness in the lives of individuals, organizations and communities through clinical care, rigorous scientific research, professional training, and informed public discourse.

Our Vision, Mission and Values are fulfilled through a range of strategic initiatives that:

Advance the health and wellbeing of society through mind-body research and publication Extend the reach of the Stress Reduction Clinic to provide greater regional access to MBSR for people suffering from stress, pain, and illness Transform the practice of medicine and psychology through the integration of mindfulness in the education and training of healthcare professionals Honor and nurture our children and teachers through school-based programs Address the unique needs of corporations and organizations through the delivery of tailored mindfulness-based wellness programs and research.Cultivate synergistic partnerships with healthcare insurers and providers to offer mindfulness-based programsExpand the local and global mindfulness community through interactive outreach initiatives Ensure the sustainability and vitality of the Center, its mission and values through mindful fundraising and philanthropy

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

Approach your life with more composure, energy, understanding and enthusiasm Develop the ability to cope more effectively with both short-term and long-term stressful situations Enhance your ability to manage and reduce pain levels in many instances Improve your focus, resilience and capacity to recover more quickly from challenging events Offered in three formats: an 8-week program in-person or online, or an intensive 5-day residential program. Learn to access and cultivate your natural capacity to care for yourself, finding greater balance, ease and peace of mind.