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Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course

Embark on a transformative journey to deepen your mindfulness practice through our MBSR Course

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What is the MBSR Course?

Our eight-week evidence-based Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course is taught by our experienced teachers and is a good introduction to mindfulness and compassion.

The course is CPD accredited.

Based on the gold standard, Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training, this course will give you the tools to manage stress, anxiety and pain. 

During the course there is also the opportunity to attend a half-day retreat.

This course is a prerequisite for anyone wanting to start the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teacher Training pathway.

Disclaimer:  Taking part in the 8- week MBSR programme does not qualify you to teach the 8-week MBSR Programme to others in any capacity at any time. If you would like to deliver the 8-week MBSR programme to others, please see the MBSR TT information and book it on the website www.mindfulnessuk.com

What is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)?

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence based, eight week mindfulness programme originally developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

Designed to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, and pain, MBSR combines mindfulness meditation, gentle movement, and awareness practices to foster resilience and emotional wellbeing.

MBSR is now one of the most widely practised and researched mindfulness programmes in the world, with proven benefits for reducing stress, improving mental clarity, and enhancing overall quality of life.

About Our 8 Week MBSR Course in the UK
 

Our 8 Week MBSR Course is CPD accredited and designed to be accessible for both beginners and those wishing to deepen their mindfulness practice. Taught by our experienced teachers, this course provides practical tools grounded in neuroscience and evidence-based research.

CPD Accreditation & Who This Course is For

By completing the course, you will receive 16 CPD credits, ideal for professionals seeking personal growth or wanting to pursue MBSR Teacher Training in the UK.

How the Course Works: Weekly Sessions & Retreat

  • Eight weekly 2 hour sessions
  • One half day mindfulness retreat
  • Access to MP3 guided meditations
What You’ll Learn in the MBSR Course?
 

Mindfulness Theory & Neuroscience

Understand the science behind mindfulness, including how it affects the brain, stress response, and emotional regulation.

Body Scan Meditation & Breath Awareness

Learn foundational practices such as body scan meditation, mindful breathing, and present moment awareness.

Mindful Movement & Loving Kindness Practice

Explore gentle movement meditations and loving-kindness practices to deepen your connection with yourself and others.

Managing Stress and Difficult Emotions

Gain tools to work with anxiety, stress, and challenging emotions in daily life using mindfulness based strategies.

Course Breakdown (Week by Week Overview)
 

Weeks 1 & 2: Introduction to Mindfulness & Stress Response

  • What is mindfulness?
  • Body scan meditation
  • Mind body connection
  • Understanding stress and the stress response

Weeks 3 & 4: Deepening Awareness & Movement Meditation

  • Reactivity vs. response
  • Movement meditation
  • Neuroscience of mindfulness

Weeks 5 & 6: Breathwork & Coping with Challenges

  • Breath awareness
  • Mindful responses to challenges
  • Self regulation techniques

Weeks 7 & 8: Self-Compassion & Loving-Kindness

  • Loving-kindness meditation
  • Cultivating compassion for self and others
  • Building long-term mindfulness habits
Why Train with MindfulnessUK?
 

Expert Teachers & CPD Certification

Our mindfulness teachers are highly trained and passionate about bringing mindfulness to individuals and organisations across the UK. We are proud to offer CPD accredited courses that meet the highest standards.

Pathway to MBSR Teacher Training

Completing this course is a prerequisite for those wishing to become certified MBSR teachers through our Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teacher Training programme.

Why Choose MBSR? Benefits for Stress, Anxiety, and Wellbeing

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    Based on the gold standard, Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
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    Gain tools and techniques as well as live mindfulness practices and group discussions.
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    8-week course with the option to attend a half-day retreat.
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What is the MBSR Course?

Our eight-week evidence-based Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course is taught by our experienced teachers and is a good introduction to mindfulness and compassion.

The course is CPD accredited.

Based on the gold standard, Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training, this course will give you the tools to manage stress, anxiety and pain.  During the course there is also the opportunity to attend a half-day retreat.

This course is a prerequisite for anyone wanting to start the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teacher Training pathway.

Disclaimer:  Taking part in the 8- week MBSR programme does not qualify you to teach the 8-week MBSR Programme to others in any capacity at any time. If you would like to deliver the 8-week MBSR programme to others, please see the MBSR TT information and book it on the website www.mindfulnessuk.com

This Training Programme Includes

Practical tools
You will gain tools and techniques, learn the theory and neuroscience behind mindfulness and experience live mindfulness practices and group discussions.

Awarded credits
By completing this course you will gain 16 CPD credits.  This course is a prerequisite for anyone wanting to start the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teacher Training pathway.

4 practices
We will explore the mind:body connection, mindful movement, breath awareness and loving kindness practices, which will be provided as MP3’s.

Course breakdown
Week 1 & 2:  Beginning with Mindfulness and what it is.  The body scan, mind and body connection.  Looking at how to build mindfulness into daily life.  Stress and stress response.

Week 3 & 4: Continued learning relating to stress, stress responses, reaction versus response.  Movement meditation and continued focus on mind and body.  Neuroscience behind mindfulness.

Week 5 & 6: Continued focus on neuroscience.  Working with the breath.

Managing difficulties and challenges in day-to-day life.

Week 7 & 8: Self-care, compassion for self and others and a loving kindness awareness practice.

Why Enrol?

Our eight-week evidence-based Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction course is taught by our experienced teachers and is a good introduction to mindfulness and compassion.

The course is CPD accredited.

Based on the gold standard, Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training, this course will give you the tools to manage stress, anxiety and pain.  During the course there is also the opportunity to attend a half-day retreat.

This course is a prerequisite for anyone wanting to start the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Teacher Training pathway.

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Meet Your Tutors

Our experienced tutors are dedicated to guiding you through your mindfulness journey, offering unparalleled expertise and support.

Angie Ward

CXO
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Lorna King

Tutor

Our students speak for themselves.

This was a course that definitely had positive impacts and changes in different areas of my life. The MindfulnessUK staff are Great, Amazing, Incredible, Always supported when is needed. Glad that I am doing the MBSRTT with this incredible institution made by INCREDIBLE PEOPLE.

Suellen Amaral

Thank you Karen for your lovely words and for being such a caring and inspirational teacher, and a wonderful supportive supervisor. I will keep close and look forward to keeping in touch with you and your wonderful team.

Julia Forster

I have turned a few on to Karen’s book and it’s really wonderful.
Thank you for writing it.

Amy Miller

About the teacher. I became a fan of Stephanie, I could be her student for the next 100 courses. Her energy, her words, the way that she handle and drive the classes is just brilliant.

I learned and I felt so much in this course and most of that was because she was able to create such safe, light, and warm welcome online environment that I am trying to figure out how she does it that. So, really thank you Stephanie for the lasts 8 weeks, it was a course that definitely had positive impacts and changes in different areas of my life.

Suellen Amaral

☆☆☆☆☆

I really enjoyed the course and appreciated your insight and compassion. I felt quite sad yesterday knowing that it was our last class. Monday evenings will not be the same anymore!

Sandeep Shergrill

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I enjoyed this course so much, such a valuable and wonderful experience and so lovely to meet everyone (on Zoom!). Thank you Stephanie for all your care and support

Rachel Golden

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I loved the course, you taught it beautifully and with such positivity and enthusiasm. I was not sure how I would feel about it, having recently come out of the IMCPP, as my impression was that MBSR is more for beginners, but I enjoyed it so much, and it was lovely to be in a smaller group. I think we were lucky and had such a lovely and also diverse mix of people. I will certainly miss it this Thursday!

Laura Cook

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Next Course Date

23 September 2025

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

18:30 – 20:30

Then continues on 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov

Tutor: Lorna King & Karen Atkinson

£275

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22 September 2025

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

10:00 – 12:00

Then continues on 29 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct,3 Nov, 10 Nov, 17 Nov

Tutor: Angie Ward

£275

Enrol NOW

Common Queries About Our Course

To help you decide whether this is the right course for you take a look at our frequently asked questions for more information.

What is Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)?

MBSR is an eight week mindfulness programme developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, proven to help reduce stress, anxiety, and physical discomfort.

Who is Jon Kabat-Zinn?

Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder of the MBSR programme and a key figure in bringing mindfulness into mainstream medicine.

What happens in an 8-week MBSR course?

Participants engage in weekly sessions, meditation practices, group discussions, and a half day retreat to cultivate mindfulness and stress reduction skills.

Is the MBSR course CPD accredited?

Yes, our MBSR course awards 16 CPD credits upon completion.

Can I teach MBSR after completing this course?

No, this course is for personal development. To teach MBSR, you must complete the MBSR Teacher Training Pathway.