Mindfulness related approaches are evolving rapidly, show promise, and are commonly part of mainstream addiction and prevention programming. This course introduces participants to mindfulness related theories and techniques specific to relapse prevention, stress management, and overall wellness. Informed by evidence-based practices, this workshop includes exploration and experiential practice of many applications, which are easily adoptable for client individual/group work or self-care.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
•Name three pioneers of mindfulness-based approaches used in addiction work, their major theory and contribution;
•Describe how mindfulness practice undermines and buffers habitual thoughts, the phenomenon of craving, and unwanted stress; and
•Identify at least two ways they can incorporate mindfulness theory and practice into relapse prevention, stress management, and/or self-care work.