What is an MRI?

• An MRI is a large camera that uses a magnet to take high resolution images of soft tissues as well as the head and spinal regions.
• An MRI uses magnets (not radiation) to take the images. You and your child will be screened for any metal inside the body or objects that can interfere with imaging. You and your child will also be asked to remove any jewelry or other items that contain metal before entering the MRI suite.
• The MRI machine is an open tunnel with a bed attached that moves in and out of the tunnel. The tunnel will never touch the child. Some children say the MRI...

Join us for free weekly sessions with a welcoming global community of mindfulness practitioners. Participants include graduates of our mindfulness programs and anyone interested in exploring meditation and mindful living.

Free Meditation Sessions

During these sessions, our experienced team members provide guided meditations as well as time for reflection and discussion. The meditations are in English, and one session per week is offered in Spanish. To enjoy full functionality and to see everyone in our worldwide community, we recommend using a desktop or laptop to attend, rather than a phone or...

This evidence-based program can help break the cycle of recurring depression. It can also address the anxiety that often accompanies depression.

Developed by Zindel Segal, John Teasdale and Mark Williams, MBCT grew out of the practice and structure of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). MBCT integrates mindfulness practice with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help prevent depressive episodes.

Meditation and Depression

MBCT has been shown to:

• Improve quality of life: MBCT can help participants recognize early signs of low mood and change their relationship with difficult...

Discover the original 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program created by Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in 1979. Since that time, hundreds of thousands of people all over the world have completed MBSR and taken a more active role in their self-care. MBSR has been shown to reduce stress and promote greater resilience in the midst of life’s challenges.  

MBSR is an evidence-based program that can complement traditional medical and psychological treatments, offering valuable support for a wide range of conditions. This course also serves as a foundational...

Our 3‑day silent online retreats offer the opportunity to strengthen your mindfulness practice. These retreats can also fulfill prerequisites for individuals who are exploring teacher training. We invite you to join a supportive space for stillness, insight and mindful connection.

Experienced CFM instructors help you:

• Deepen your mindfulness practice through extended periods of sitting and walking meditation
• Embrace the strength of stillness in an engaging, introspective and supportive environment
• Step away from daily routines and distractions to recharge and refresh

These retreats are open to...