Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy for Children (MBCT-C) is a 12-week program designed for school-based mental health providers to treat students with anxiety and other emotional or behavioral difficulties. The chapter reviews research supporting its effectiveness, describes its implementation in schools, and illustrates a full session with a clinical vignette of a single anxious student. It also introduces the Mindfulness Matters Program, a variation for K–12 classrooms, and discusses ways to extend mindfulness practices to parents, teachers, and the broader school culture.
This chapter reviews mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) programs adapted for youth, particularly in school settings. It outlines the mechanisms behind MBSR's beneficial effects on mental health and describes best practices for implementation. The authors discuss how MBSR has been modified to meet students' needs and review relevant research and programs. The chapter concludes by addressing logistical and cultural factors professionals should consider when introducing MBSR in schools.