The article describes an innovative and flexible approach to running a mindfulness group, open to primary and secondary care services. The group was run by a clinical psychologist and a trainee clinical psychologist, reflections on the process and outcomes are provided.
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is increasingly considered in the treatment of mental health problems. This paper describes MBCT, its core components, the complementary relationship between mindfulness and cognitive therapy, and how it might be integrated into therapy.