Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
(MBSR)
A Thorough Introduction to Mindfulness Practice
This program is a comprehensive, well-structured introduction to mindfulness practice in everyday life. It follows the nationally acclaimed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction model developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, presenting mindfulness as a universal practice for people of any (or no) religious background.
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The program includes instruction and practice in sitting meditation, gentle yoga, body awareness meditation, and daily-life applications of mindfulness. It also includes information about stress and relaxation. The program enables participants to develop their own base in mindfulness practice integrated into everyday life.
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The course includes eight weekly classes, an individual interview with the instructor, a Saturday retreat, the book Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn, four mp3s, and handouts.
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The course fee is $350. 27 CEUs are available for nurses, social workers, psychologists, and educators. Payment plans and limited need-based support are available. Please contact the Center to discuss.
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If you are interested in participating, please sign up as early as possible so there will be time to schedule the individual interview before the first class.
Instructor
Michael O'Neal
Michael O’Neal is a Guiding Teacher of Compassionate Ocean Zen Center. He practiced for many years with Dainin Katagiri Roshi at the Minnesota Zen Meditation Center and Hokyo-ji Zen Monastery. He also practiced with Thich Nhat Hanh in France and the United States, and completed a training for professionals with Jon Kabat-Zinn. Michael, a Zen priest, has been teaching this course continuously since 1995.
Registration
You may register online and make a secure payment using the button below.
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​Payment plans and limited need-based support are available. Please contact the Center to discuss. Mail-in registration forms are also available.
More Information
Fee
The fee for the eight-week course is $350. The course includes an individual interview, eight classes, a Saturday retreat, a book, four mp3s, and handouts.
Enrollment Information
Enrollment for classes is limited, and early registration is encouraged. ​
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​​​​Withdrawals from the course after the first class will receive a refund of 75% of the course fee (excluding the materials fee); after the second class, 50%; after the third class, 25%. No refunds will be made after the fourth class.​
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Continuing Education Units
27 CEUS are available for nurses, social workers, psychologists, and educators.
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Future MBSR Course Dates
​​Spring 2026: In-Person Only
Mar. 31 ​– May 19, 2026
Retreat: May 9, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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​Summer 2026: In-Person Only
Jun. 9 ​– Jul. 28, 2026
Retreat: Jul. 25, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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​Fall 2026: In-Person Only
Sep. 22 ​– Nov. 10, 2026
Retreat: Nov. 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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