The Centre for Mindfulness Studies Reviews

Such utter none sense. I took the MBSR and the instructor was rude, self important, and demeaning. Was mainly just an 8 week whining session.

The program I enrolled in at the Centre really helped me to manage my negativity and helped me to cope. We experienced many practises and exercises that we then discussed afterwards. I would highly recommend their programs.

I paid for, and attended, the 8 week Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in fall of Fall of 2016. I was terribly disappointed with the experience I received for a course that costs north of half a thousand dollars. First of all the instructions were completely unenthusiastic, and instead of describing and going over actual course content, much of the class was spent discussing people's "feelings" and "experiences" with the program. All the people who attended the program had a variety of anxiety problems, but I just found it really difficult to sit there and listen to someone complain how her boyfriend's cat jumped on her at 6 in the morning, woke her up, and that caused her "anxiety", which is when she proceeded to describe how she used one of the techniques in the program to calm herself down. That is a little more than pathetic. And obviously, going though a somewhat difficult period of time in my life, I could not relate at all to that kind of nonsense. I also feel that there was not enough context and background given for people who are new to mindfulness, and of course if the instructions had used class time more productively on actual explanations of core concepts and why were doing what we were doing, rather than having people tell ridiculous stories about how a household pet throws them into anxiety, this course may actually have had potential.

I had previously taken an MBSR course at an entirely different location, unaffiliated with the Centre for Mindfulness Studies, and I had a pretty awful experience but family and friends were encouraging me to try it once again. I'm so glad I did. I can honestly say I have never felt more welcome than in the class I took at the Centre. Angie and Laura Lee were our teachers and they were absolutely outstanding - just so warm, welcoming and accepting. I felt a solid sense of community among my classmates. I love the way mindfulness was taught from an intellectual rather than a spiritual or religious perspective. Despite not doing much in the way of formal practice at home, I went from absolutely hating mindfulness to developing a very healthy respect for the techniques involved and I continue to draw on what I've learned every single day.

The Center for Mindfulness Studies combines modern medical knowledge with centuries old teachings to create a state of the art program like no other. Instructors come from hospital, clinical and family service backgrounds with a caring persona.
The course I took gave me all the basics to eliminate depression from my life. I now have a job, secure living arrangements and a positive future outlook. I recommend any course that is offered at the Center. Follow the course path with an open mind, work hard and results will come. I can speak honestly from experience.
Mindfulness is now an integral part of my life. One can never stop learning and receiving benefits from living mindfully.Give it a chance...you will not be sorry.

This is where you can learn about the practice of Mindfullness, a means by which you can gain relief from stress and or/ manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.

This place kind of ruined mindfulness for me. About half way through the course, I got a new job, and could no longer make it during the time I was supposed to attend. There were other courses at different times, and I asked if I could complete the remaining sessions there. No I could not. Could I get a partial refund? No I could not. Apparently it was impossible for me to switch to a new group because people had a certain comfort level within their own groups and I would disrupt that. I find that laughable since the courses are so crammed full of people you hardly recognize anyone from one week to the next, let alone have a special comfort level with them.The teachers did try to help me (they are the only reason I'm giving this 2 stars instead of 1) but it was the administration that kept me from taking the rest of the course. ALSO, about a month or so after I could no longer attend, thereby wasting hundreds of dollars, they contacted me because my OHIP had expired. Of course, it had expired AFTER I stopped being able to attend, but that didn't seem to bother them. I also find it interesting that we pay a very big fee to attend these courses and then they also bill OHIP. Somebody is making good money off all us anxious suckers. In any case, the way this place is run does not feel very mindful. They are just trying to make money off as many people as possible.

I took a class here a couple of years ago. I was a good experience. This is what I need in these uncertain times.

I have completed 2 programs 2 years apart, (MBCT & MI CBT) and both have been an integral part of my healing journey. Everybody is different but when I came across Mindfulness Studies it was not my first time trying out meditation or CBT. So I found both programs a great addition to my existing repertoire of coping strategies in maintaining my wellness. I personally found that meditation and CBT are not the type of programs to take necessarily only once or when you are not in the right head space. You get the most benefit in doing them multiple times over several years, as you will see your approach and perspectives can change for the better. This will also translate into a longer lasting and fulfilling experience. I was able to compare my experiences from previous programs from other organizations and found Mindfulness Studies does put a lot of effort in organizing a useful combination of practical material and hands on practices that others places do not.

Okay program but not the best, had to teach myself 100% from the handouts at home. Stopped going to class after a few times because I didn't find it helped me that much.

Attended an 8 week session here. Good. Kinda profit - sales motivated atmosphere.

I did the Mindful Self-Compassion program with Christine and Elaine at the Centre and it was such a life changing experience. The facilitators created a really compassionate environment. It felt like going to therapy for 3 hours! I was skeptical about the course before but it really helped me change my perspective about myself. I find that (and many who took the course with me) adding self compassion to mindfulness can create such a positive shift. Overall, highly recommend.
Note: The Centre for Mindfulness Studies offer this course for MUCH cheaper than other Centres in Toronto offering the exact same course!

I took an MBCT course with the Centre for Mindfulness Studies this fall and found it to be incredibly helpful and informative. The course was well organized and the facilitators were knowledgeable and passionate about the material. Staff were always helpful and pleasant to deal with.

Found the courses there very helpful on my journey in this life. Hope it continues to help so many

I had a great experience with MBCT program. Hoping to continue this journey.

I want to study more,so I have to need training for my student.