Mindful Self-Compassion in Clinical Practice
Presented by Chris Germer, Ph.D.
Workshop Description
The psychological benefits of mindfulness are well established. Yet for people who struggle with intense emotions such as shame, anxiety, anger, or grief, mindfulness practices can be enhanced by adding a simple yet powerful ingredient: self-compassion.
Self-compassion entails being warm and understanding toward ourselves when we suffer, fail, or feel inadequate, rather than ignoring our pain or flagellating ourselves with self-criticism. Self-compassion also means holding our difficulties in mindful awareness and feeling connected to others while we suffer. The art of self-compassion is a kind of portable, therapeutic relationship that can be taught and learned. Therapists can also practice self-compassion themselves to deepen therapeutic presence, to enjoy clinical work more thoroughly, and for an overall sense of well-being.
Participants in this telecourse will be able to (1) explain the concept of self-compassion--what it is and what it isn't, (2) identify when self-compassion should introduced to mindfulness-oriented psychotherapy, and (3) begin to practice loving-kindness (metta) meditation. This teleconference is available for free to GoodTherapy.org members.
About the Presenter
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Christopher Germer, PhD is a leader in the field of clinical applications of mindfulness to psychotherapy. He is a founding member of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy, a Clinical Instructor in Psychology at the Harvard Medical School, and has a private practice in Arlington, MA. He is a co-editor of the professionally acclaimed book, Mindfulness and Psychotherapy, and author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion.
Date & Time of Presentation
This 90-Minutes presentation will begin at 12:00 PM EST on 06-05-2009
Continuing Education Information:
1.5 continuing education units will be provided for this teleconference.
How the Teleconference Works:
In short, participants will join the teleconference by calling into the teleconference center and entering an access code. The teleconference will include lecture, interaction, and question & answer periods
Registration Information
This event has already taken place. An audio recording for this event may be available in the Member´s Area.