This course will help improve wellbeing and give you tools to respond to the stresses and strains of everyday life. It has been developed for the general population, and is based on the original Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy course .

Overview​
This course helps participants develop greater awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and experiences which in turn helps cultivate resilience and reduce low-mood and anxiety. It combines mindfulness practices and cognitive-behavioural techniques. There is increasing evidence that shows mindfulness is effective for reducing low-mood, and helping to improve wellbeing and resilience.

Who is it for?
This course has been adapted for members of the general public who are looking to improve their wellbeing and discover tools to help with the general stresses and strains of everyday life. Taking this course also counts as one of the requirements for joining our mindfulness teacher training, if this is something you may be interested in.

Please note, this course may not be suitable for everyone. If you are experiencing mental health issues, you should talk to your GP about being referred to the appropriate clinical service. Many NHS services now provide MBCT free of charge for people with mental health difficulties. You can find details on referrals and self-referral here.

When?
Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 8pm starting on 28 January and running to 25 March 2026. (No session 18 February). The orientation session is on Wednesday 21 January.

To get the benefits of this course it is helpful if you can attend all the sessions. If you cannot attend all the sessions (see above dates) then it may be better for you to wait for another course when you can.

Where?
Online. You will get Zoom log-in details when your place is confirmed.

The format of the course?

Two-hour orientation session at the start to find out what to expect during the course and ask any questions you may have
Daily meditation home practice of between 20 to 40 minutes
Eight weekly two-hour classes including mindfulness practices, discussion and exercises
An optional one-day online retreat

Booking link:https://sussexmindfulnesscentre.nhs.uk/event/mindfulness-eight-week-course-wednesday-evenings/