This online 8-week course runs from September 29 to November 17, 2026.

The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) training program* systematically teaches the practice of mindfulness and its application to stress reduction, self-reflection and the mobilization of inner resources to support health, healing, cognitive performance and personal growth. The course is modeled on the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) principles developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and Saki Santorelli at the Center for Mindfulness in the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

What's included: Eight 2-hour online sessions on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, September 29 to November 17, 2026; one online 5-hour retreat (Saturday, November 7, 2026); all program handouts, and audio recordings.

Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome.

*Medical Disclaimer: The Mindfulness programs are for educational purposes only and are not intended as, nor should they be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice and/or treatment.

About Mark Dannenfelser, MA, LPC

Mark Dannenfelser, MA, LPC is Founding Director of the Mindfulness Center of Atlanta. He is a Certified MBSR Teacher (Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts Medical School), a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-GA), a Certified Spiritual Director (Spring Hill College), and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200). Mark is Adjunct Lecturer in the Graduate Theology program at Spring Hill College and is the Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter of the Centering Prayer method for the Aquinas Center of Theology at Emory University. (www.MindfulnessCenterAtlanta.com).

Start of ONLINE 8-Week Course: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction