Full Description
Clinicians and caregivers face high risks of burnout, stress, and emotional fatigue from the demands of giving care to those in need over time. Mindfulness-based interventions can promote self-care and reduce caregiver burden. Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers (MSCC) offers participants the opportunity to access the privileges of caregiving and to enhance resilience and well-being.
This practical, evidence-based guide supports facilitators of groups focused on Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers . This guide is developed by experienced mental health professionals and scholars, and offers the following key features:
Step-by-step session guides for in-person and virtual delivery of MSCC
Downloadable resources: participant handouts, audio meditations, videos, and visual aids
Facilitation tips and strategies for common challenges
Cultural considerations and adaptable group structures
Theoretical and empirical foundations including hypotheses and methods for researchers and students
Flexible use for group facilitation or individual self-study
The guide also explores the emotional demands of caregiving and offers models to understand and promote Mindful Self-Care for Clinicians and Caregivers. An online companion site provides multimedia support for facilitators.
Whether used in clinical settings, in educating practitioners, or for personal growth, this guide promotes sustainable, compassionate caregiving and self-care through learning the fundamental skills of mindful practice.
Contents
1. The Rationale, Concepts, and Research Underlying Mindful Self-Care for Caregivers
2. Guidance on Group Session Process
3. Session 1: What is Mindfulness?
4. Session 2: Mindful Observing
5. Session 3: Mindful Responding
6. Session 4: Self-Care and Nourishment
7. Session 5: Mindfulness and Relationships
8. Session 6: Mindfulness in Daily Life
9. Session 7: Strengthening Prior Themes and Practices I
10. Session 8: Strengthening Prior Themes and Practices II
Annex: Additional Resources
