Stress Reduction Classes NYC

I recommended MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) classes on a regular basis to many of my patients. If you have a hard time dealing with the stress of work, family or other pressures this class will teach you the tools to deal with them as they come up.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
with Elaine Retholtz

Orientation Sessions (required):
Wednesday, January 20, 2010 or Thursday, January 21, 2010

This course is modeled after the renowned program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts 30 years ago. It includes instruction in mindfulness meditation, gentle yoga, group dialogue and inquiry, and provides daily practice support materials. Research has shown that MBSR can bring lasting changes in physical and psychological symptoms, greater energy, improved self-esteem and increased ability to cope with pain and stress. Attendance is required at one of the orientation sessions.

Wednesdays, Nine Evening Sessions (Orientation + Eight Classes):
January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17
7-9:30pm

Thursdays, Nine Morning Sessions (Orientation + Eight Classes):
January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18
10am-12:30pm

Daylong Session: Sunday, March 7, 10am-5 pm

Fee: NYI/JCC members $325, nonmembers $375

Co-Sponsored With the Jewish Community Center
SPECIAL LOCATION: Jewish Community Center in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Avenue (at West 76th Street), NYC


Elaine Retholtz was introduced to mindfulness practice in 1988. Elaine has been active in New York Insight from its inception, serving on the Steering Committee for many years as a practice leader, and now as an associate teacher. She completed the practicum in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) as well as the Teacher Development Intensive at the Center for Mindfulness in Worcester, MA. She teaches MBSR in a variety of venues including at the Jewish Community Center in Manhattan, the Tri State College of Acupuncture, and at Rivington House Adult Health Care Facility, where she is the Coordinator of Complementary Care Services. She is a graduate of the third Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leaders Program.

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