Mindfulness Classes for Teens and Adults to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve well-being.
Led by Dr. Patrice Alvarado, these evidence-based classes are offered both online and in Manassas, VA.
Dr. Patrice Alvarado
Welcome to my dedicated space where you can learn mindfulness psychology skills to reduce stress and enhance emotional wellness.
Navigating life’s challenges often leads us to rely on unproductive coping mechanisms, such as excessive worrying, engaging in unhealthy behaviors, or simply numbing our feelings. The good news is that there are now positive mental health programs rooted in mindfulness-based and cognitive behavioral psychology that can transform these mindsets.
With over 25 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, providing psychological services to children, teens, adults, and families, I am pleased to introduce these programs. They are embedded within sound evidence-based practices and centered on promoting emotional healing and well-being through the mind-body connection.
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and mental resilience by joining one of my classes or workshops today.
My Group Classes are Based on Proven, Evidence-Based Training Models
Utilizing MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy), MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction), and MBSR-T (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Teens), each class offers a unique approach to mental wellness.
These classes are:
Evidence-Based
Based on extensive research on what works to reduce anxiety and distress and increase well-being. These programs incorporate elements of cognitive behavioral therapy to bring about a different way of relating to thoughts, feelings, and even sensations (such as pain).
Mindfulness-Based
and Experiential
Involving getting out of one's head and back into direct experiencing of one's life. Mindfulness-based programs promote bringing gentle awareness to present experience, including one's inner world (emotions, thoughts, sensations), which revives connection, aliveness, and better problem solving.
Holistic
Involving an understanding of how the mind, body, and life spirit of a person are inseparable. These programs promote intentionality to our self care, resulting in greater self-compassion and healing.
Upcoming Mindfulness Classes
"Mindfulness is a way of befriending ourselves and our experience."
- Jon Kabat-Zinn
Mindfulness Insights and Resources
Discover research-based mindfulness practices, emotional wellness strategies, and tools for stress management. Dr. Patrice Alvarado’s blog offers insights to help you cultivate balance, resilience, and clarity in daily life.
"Whatever you do, be gentle with yourself.
– Sanober Khan
