Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program in California
This program will help you in improving your quality of life by developing skills and techniques for stress management.
Group Focus:
This program is designed to help participants develop practical mindfulness skills and practices for managing stress and enhancing well-being.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is the internationally recognized eight-week program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Through meditation, mindful movement, and group discussion, participants learn practical skills for working with stress, difficult emotions, chronic pain, and the challenges of everyday life. Research suggests that mindfulness practice can support emotional well-being, resilience, self-awareness, and improved quality of life.
Participants: All adults and genders are welcome.
Cost: Insurance based in California
When: Virtual sessions on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m., starting October 20 and ending December 15, 2026.
Includes a One-Day Mindfulness Retreat: Saturday, December 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
To get registered for the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program in Emeryville, California
Facilitator:
Ron Pilato, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher
Dr. Ron Pilato is a Psychologist who has been practicing since 2003. Following his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and Master’s degree from the California Institute for Integral Studies, he graduated from the Wright Institute with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Getting Started
To Register:
Please call 562-431-8822 or complete the below form and our Intake team will contact you.
Initial Assessment May Be Required
An initial assessment with the group therapy leader may be required to determine if the group is a good fit for the participant.
Mckenze’s Group Form No consent
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Call to get registered for the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program in California
562-431-8822Virtual Online Sessions
Call Now: 562-431-8822The Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program is being offered via Virtual Online Sessions, and is not meeting in-person at this time. An Internet connected device will be required. Specific directions on accessing the sessions will be provided after your registration is completed. Registration is available to adults between the ages of 18-65 in California.
If you have any additional questions please call: 562-431-8822.
Participating Providers
Ronald Pilato
PsyD
Additional Group Therapy In California
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