Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)

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. CBT helps you reframe challenges and adjust how you respond to them.

Meditation and Depression

MBCT has been shown to:

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

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.  

Online Mindfulness Retreats

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:

Josephine Fowler, MD, MD, MSc, MBA, FAAFP

Dr. Fowler is a Professor and the Clinical Vice Chair for the Department of Family Medicine at UMass Memorial Medical Center and UMass Chan Medical School. A key member of the UMass Memorial Health Equity Team, Dr. Fowler earned The Joint Commission’s Bernard J. Tyson National Award for Excellence in Pursuit of Healthcare Equity in 2022 for her role on the Well Child Task Force. Dr. Fowler is an advocate for underserved populations.

Mitchell Sokoloff, MD, FACS

Dr. Sokoloff is the inaugural Professor and Chair of the Department of Urology at UMass Memorial Medical Center and UMass Chan Medical School. During his distinguished career as a surgeon-scientist, he has made seminal contributions to the field of urology in basic research, translational clinical trials, technological innovation and outreach. Dr.

Eva Tsuda

Eva Tsuda, MD

Eva Tsuda, MD

Certified MBSR Teacher

Associate Professor, Program in Molecular Medicine, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

Education and Training

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