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The Science of Mindfulness and Compassionate Presence
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Mindful and compassionate presence are not just trendy ideas, but have a deep history, as well as a powerful underlying physiology and neuroscience to explain them. What's more, the research and evidence are overwhelming. In this extended segment, you will discover the fascinating neuroscience behind contemplative practice, as well as simple ways to share the science with your clients. We will also explore and practice multiple techniques that you can use yourself or with clients in and out of the therapy hour.
Objectives
- Determine the basic neuroscience underlying mindfulness and other contemplative practice
- Articulate the fight/flight responses as they relate to mental health and mental illness
Outline
- Basics of neuroscience and science regarding the benefits underlying mindfulness practice
- Fight/flight responses as they relate to mental health and mental illness and how mindfulness impacts these
- Understand how mastery of understanding the science of mindfulness enhances therapeutic presence in the teaching of it
Christopher Willard, PsyD, Teaching Associate
Christopher Willard, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist, author and consultant based in Massachusetts. He has spoken in over 31 countries and has presented at two TEDx events. He is the author of 20 books, including Alphabreaths (2019), Growing Up Mindful (2016). and Feelings are Like Farts (2024). His thoughts on mental health have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, mindful.org, cnn.com, and elsewhere. He teaches at Harvard Medical School.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Christopher Willard maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with Harvard Medical School, Cambridge Health Alliance, and the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. He receives royalties as a published author. Dr. Willard receives a speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Christopher Willard is the president and board member of the Mindfulness In Education Network. He is on the advisory boards of Mindfulness First and Peace in Schools. Dr. Willard is a member of Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy.
