From the Desk of Jennifer Wolkin, PhD:

We all need to make mind-space by clearing ourselves of negative thought patterns and beliefs, our self-defeating inner voice, and the “mind clutter,” which comes about when we can’t find any stillness from within. Just like we de-clutter our homes, organize our...

The term “mind-body connection” is now en vogue, but what is the connection and how can we nurture this partnership? This course will explore the science of the “stress response” and the “relaxation response,” and how we can learn to listen to our bodies and utilize...

Some of us live just to get through the day, and then from weekend to weekend. What would it feel like to find your inner rhythm, your own special flow? In this course, we’ll look at the research behind living your best life, and we’ll use experiential mindfulness...

Do you feel stuck or stagnant? If you find yourself tethered to your couch, your body and mind are calling for your attention. This course can help you take action. We’ll look at ways to flex your mind and body, and give you tools to propel your whole self forward,...

Mindfulness Meditation (MM) is a technique that is used to reduce stress and facilitate psychological well-being by paying attention to present moment sensations with a non-judgmental attitude.

Mindfulness is a state cultivate through the practice of Mindfulness Meditation.

Guided Imagery is a relaxation technique that uses words or other sounds to evoke positive images, which then beneficially affect our thoughts and feelings.

Autogenic Training (AT) is a technique used to enable your body to respond to verbal commands, such as “my body feels warm, heavy and relaxed”. When practiced over time, AT allows communication between the mind and the body, and ultimately reduces chronic stress.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation is a stress reduction technique that involves the systematic tension and subsequent relaxation of specific muscle groups. When this technique is practiced over time, one can learn to relax the body and thus avoid tension from building up.

Diaphragmatic Breathing, or “Belly Breathing”, is a way of breathing that utilizes the diaphragm, and allows for a fuller, slower, and more rhythmical breath. This is a technique used to reduce stress by breaking shallow patterns of breathing that use the abdomen and...