Mental Health & Mindfulness

Addiction and recovery examines the biological, psychological, and social factors of substance use and behavioral disorders. Learners will understand the neurobiology of addiction, evidence-based treatment modalities, and support systems that facilitate long-term recovery.

This topic covers the psychological and biological factors underlying anxiety and depression. Learners will understand common symptoms, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and practical strategies for managing mental health challenges.

This topic covers somatic techniques used to release physical tension and reduce stress. Learners will understand how to systematically direct attention through the body and consciously relax muscle groups to improve somatic awareness.

Breathwork involves systematic breathing techniques used to influence mental, emotional, and physical states. Learners will understand the physiology of respiration and how to apply specific breathing patterns to regulate the nervous system.

This subject examines the diverse methods of meditation practiced across different traditions. Learners will understand the mechanics of practices like Vipassana, Zen, and loving-kindness, and how to establish a structured personal practice.

This topic focuses on targeted meditation practices designed to address specific cognitive and emotional challenges. Learners will understand how to apply tailored mindfulness techniques to improve sleep quality, reduce acute stress, and enhance concentration.

Mindful living explores how to integrate awareness and presence into daily routines and activities. Learners will understand how to apply mindfulness to eating, communication, and work, fostering greater emotional balance and attentiveness throughout the day.

This topic covers the practices of focused attention and non-judgmental awareness. Learners will understand the neurological benefits of mindfulness and how to practice various meditation techniques to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

This topic introduces structured exercises designed to cultivate non-judgmental awareness of the present moment. Learners will understand how to perform formal mindfulness exercises, observe thoughts objectively, and regulate emotional responses to daily stressors.

This topic introduces the major modalities, theories, and practices of psychological therapy and counseling. Learners will understand how different therapeutic frameworks address mental health conditions, support personal growth, and facilitate behavioral change.