Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) was developed by Christopher K. Germer, PhD, leader in the integration of mindfulness and psychotherapy, and Kristin Neff, PhD, pioneering researcher in the field of self-compassion.

Research has shown that self-compassion greatly enhances emotional well-being. It boosts happiness, reduces anxiety and depression, and can even help maintain healthy lifestyle habits such as diet and exercise. Being both mindful and compassionate leads to greater ease and joy in our daily lives.

MSC can be learned by anyone. It’s the practice of learning to befriend yourself, especially when things are tough.

IN MSC YOU WILL LEARN

• How to stop being so hard on yourself
• How to handle difficult emotions with greater ease
• How to motivate yourself with encouragement rather than criticism
• Mindfulness and self-compassion practices for home and everyday life
• The theory and research behind mindful self-compassion

RECOMMENDED READING

• Kristin Neff, Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
• Christopher Germer, The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion

Before registering for MSC, please watch the video under “What Are Our Classes Like” in FAQs from Executive Director Tim Burnett.

​Residential Retreats are multi-day teacher-led silent meditation retreats. After initial introductory greetings and information your instructors will explain how silent retreat practice works to support you in a deep experience of practice. The daily schedule will include gently guided sitting and walking meditation, morning teachings, mindful movement, and the body scan, as well as compassion cultivation and loving-kindness meditations.

We also offer Residential Trainings for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). These 5-day events, offered at retreat centers, mirror the content of our 8-week courses. They're much more interactive than a silent retreat. See our MBSR & MSC sections for more information.

WHO COMES TO RETREATS

All are welcome! We are honored to support each participant in their meditation practice regardless of their nationality, ethnicity, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, age, physical ability, political affiliation, or religion. Our retreats are suitable for beginning through experienced practitioners.

We are committed to offering support for any accessibility needs you have as we are able. Please contact us with any questions or requests related to accessibility prior to registering for a course.

YOUR FIRST LONGER RETREAT?

Before sitting a multi-day retreat we recommend that you have teacher-led experience with mindfulness or related contemplative practices. Please contact us if you have questions about whether this retreat will be appropriate for you.

IS RETREAT RIGHT FOR YOU?  Meditation retreats are not right for everyone. If you have a history of trauma or acute psychological issues, consider checking with a mental health professional to decide if intensive retreat practice would be supportive. If you have questions or concerns about whether a retreat is right for you, please contact us at office@mindfulnessnorthwest.com.

STRUCTURE AND PARTICIPATION

FOUR DAILY PRACTICE SESSIONS

• Mindfulness and compassion practices are offered in four blocks daily: early morning, morning, afternoon, and evening.
• Participants are expected to attend all sessions and follow the printed schedule you will receive on site as fully as possible.
  However, we are flexible and always willing to work with you on what your body and mind can reasonably do. Speak with the retreat teachers if you have concerns about following the complete schedule.

PRACTICING IN SILENCE

• After the initial orientation and introductions on the first evening, our residential retreats are held in silence.
• Participants are expected to follow guidelines around silence and participation:
  • not speaking to other participants including close friends or partners you are attending with
  • not using technology of any form
  • not reading books, magazines, flyers, or any reading materials
  • reducing interpersonal contact through the eyes or other body language
• Necessary communication with the retreat teachers can be done via a notes station or by taking them aside.

The intention of silent retreat is to settle deeply into your own experience and to not interact with others, allowing everyone space to have the retreat they need to have -- including you!

PERSONAL AND INTERPERSONAL SAFETY

• Participants are expected to be sensitive and responsive to these guidelines and the needs of fellow participants as fully as possible.
• Please do not take photos or make recordings of other participants or the teachers.
• Do not use alcohol or mind altering drugs of any kind.
• Emergency contact information to share with loved ones is generally included on our venue pages. Venue staff and Mindfulness Northwest instructors will make sure you receive incoming messages promptly while your phone is off. If you are expecting an urgent message please let your instructor know.

• Instructors are available at all times to offer support, including conversation if needed.

OTHER GUIDELINES

ATTEND THE ENTIRE RETREAT

Please arrive at the retreat at the beginning and stay until the end, as:

• Arriving late will cause stress as you will miss the orientation.
• Leaving early means you are offloading your clean-up chores on other participants and missing an opportunity for closure.
• Please stay on campus unless invited to take an off-campus break by the instructors.

RETREAT CENTER CHORES

• Several of our venues keep costs down, reducing your registration fee, by asking that event participants wash dishes, sweep floors, clean bathrooms, and do other chores around the facility. Final clean up chores before leaving are also done.
• Participants are asked to do chores as fully as they are able. If you have physical limitations, we will help you find a suitable chore assignment.

WHAT TO BRING

• Face masks ​​– please check our COVID policy for our current guidelines around masking. While masks may not be required at your training, it's always a good idea to bring some.
• Extra COVID tests, in case you develop symptoms during the retreat.
• Warm clothes in layers (sweater, and jacket, etc) as we will be going in and out of doors as we move between buildings.
• Rain coat AND umbrella. This is the Pacific Northwest.
• Shoes that are (1) fine walking in damp grass and (2) slip-on if possible. We take shoes on and off frequently. Slippers for the practice room can also be nice to have.
• Toiletries and overnight things including a towel.
• Bringing your own bedding (pillows, sheets, blankets or sleeping bag) is required at most of our venues. Please check your registration confirmation email for this information.
• A flashlight can be helpful but venues are generally reasonably well lit. Sometimes there is walking between buildings in the early morning and evening.
• A yoga mat if you have a favorite. We are able to bring mats to share.
• Meditation cushions / supplies – if you have a meditation cushion(s), a bench or other sitting gear, feel free to bring it. We are able to bring a limited supply of cushions. Note that there are plenty of chairs available.
• An extra blanket or two for the meditation hall – nice for body scans and resting.

LODGING

Lodging assignments will be available on check-in at the course venue. You will have a room to yourself at most of our venues.

AUDIO/VIDEO RECORDING TAKEN BY MINDFULNESS NORTHWEST

Mindfulness Northwest staff may occasionally create audio/video recordings of our instructors for certification and training purposes during these programs. These recordings will include only our instructors in the photo frame (though they may pick up student voices at some points in the recording) and are for internal use only.

We may also request your consent to take photos or videos for promotional purposes. Your image will not be captured or used without your consent.

Residential Trainings are multi-day forms of our 8-week classes. We offer Residential Trainings for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). You will receive all of the content, practices and experiences of these 8-week classes in 5 full days of training at an overnight training venue. Meals and lodging are included in your registration.

Residential Trainings are excellent if you cannot attend our 8-week classes or simply prefer the more intensive format and appreciate the way a Residential Training gets you away from your daily routine with space to focus.

We also offer silent teacher-led Residential Retreats. These are meditation retreats which consist primarily of silent meditation practice with some spoken guidance and brief talks from the teachers. Please see our Residential Silent Retreats section for more information.

STRUCTURE AND PARTICIPATION

A TRAINING DAY

Early morning practice starts our days before breakfast. Then 3-hour classroom sessions are offered morning and afternoon of most days.  Evening sessions with additional resources and opportunities are offered on a few evenings as well. Participants are expected to attend all classroom sessions, but evening sessions are usually optional. You'll receive a printed schedule and guidance from the teachers about navigating these rich days of practice, study, and learning.

PERIODS OF SILENCE

Although our Residential Courses are interactive with talking, there are some periods of silence. Early morning and breakfast are usually held in silence, for example. Participants are expected to follow guidelines around silence and participation.

INTERPERSONAL SAFETY

Mindfulness and compassion training programs involve our personal stories and emotions. Instructors will work with the group to establish clear guidelines for safety. Participants are expected to be sensitive and responsive to these guidelines and the needs of fellow participants as fully as possible.

VENUE CHORES

To keep costs down, several of our venues ask that event participants wash dishes, sweep floors, clean bathrooms, and do other chores around the facility. We also do final clean up chores before leaving. We ask you to do chores as fully as you are able. If you have physical limitations we will help you find a suitable chore assignment.

REQUESTS OF YOU

• Arrive for the very beginning and stay to the end of the program.
• Follow the course schedule.
• Honor times of silence noted on the schedule: no reading, writing, or using devices during these times of silence.
• Please stay on campus unless invited to take an off-campus break by the instructors.
• Please do not use recreational drugs or intoxicants during any part of the training.
• Participants are asked to focus their energies and attention on the instruction and curriculum in order to get the most benefit from the week of training and in consideration of all participants.
• Do not take photos, video, or recordings of other participants or the instructors without their prior permission.

WHAT TO BRING

1. Face masks ​​– please check our COVID policy for our current guidelines around masking. While masks may not be required at your training, it's always a good idea to bring some.
2. Warm clothes in layers (sweater, and jacket, etc) as we will be going in and out of doors as we move between buildings.
3. Rain coat AND umbrella. This is the Pacific Northwest.
4. Shoes that are (1) fine walking in damp grass and (2) slip-on if possible. We take shoes on and off frequently. Slippers for the practice room can also be nice to have.
5. Toiletries and overnight things including a towel.
6. Bringing your own bedding (pillows, sheets, blankets or sleeping bag) is required at most of our venues. Please check your registration confirmation email for this information.
7. A flashlight can be helpful but venues are generally reasonably well lit. Sometimes there is walking between buildings in the early morning and evening.
8. A yoga mat if you have a favorite. We are able to bring mats to share.
9. Meditation cushions / supplies – if you have a meditation cushion(s), a bench or other sitting gear feel free to bring it. We are able to bring a limited supply of cushions. Note that there are plenty of chairs available.
10. An extra blanket or two for the meditation hall – nice for body scans and resting.
11. A notebook and pens like you would to any class or seminar.

WHAT’S NOT NEEDED

1. Minimize electronic gadgets beyond what you need to take notes. We encourage you to consider reducing or disconnecting from phone, email, and text contact, but this is not required like it is in our silent residential retreats.

LODGING

Lodging assignments will be available on check-in at the course venue. You will have a room to yourself at most of our venues.

DIVERSITY & ACCESSIBILITY

We are honored to support each participant in their training regardless of their nationality, ethnicity, race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual identity, age, physical ability, political affiliation, or religion.

We are committed to offering support for any accessibility needs you have as we are able. Please contact us with any questions or requests related to accessibility prior to registering for a course.

AUDIO/VIDEO RECORDING TAKEN BY MINDFULNESS NORTHWEST

Audio/video recordings of our instructors may occasionally be created for certification and training purposes during these programs. These recordings will include only our instructors in the photo frame (though they may pick up student voices at some points in the recording) and are for internal use only.

We may also request your consent to take photos or videos for promotional purposes. Your image will not be captured or used without your consent.

BECOME A CERTIFIED MINDFULNESS TEACHER THROUGH MINDFULNESS NORTHWEST

Ready to share your passion for mindfulness? Join us to learn how to teach. Our Mindfulness Teacher Training Program (MTTP) provides deep training in the skills, personal presence, and background knowledge needed to deliver embodied, thoughtful, and skillful presentations.

A nine-month intensive, MTTP includes retreats, home practice, distance learning, weekend seminars, practice creating and leading a mindfulness program, and strong cohort relationships. Let us support you as you offer the gift of mindfulness to your community.

Already trained as a mindfulness teacher and ready for the next level? Please see our MBSR Teacher Training.

OUR PROGRAM

WHAT

• Cohort-based: Work closely over the 9-month period with a small, committed group of mindfulness practitioners.
• Local: All are welcome but our structure works best for those who live and work in the Pacific Northwest. You must be able to travel to Bellingham, WA and the surrounding area 8 times during the program.
• Collaborative: Time and again, we’ve seen this program lead to lasting relationships with regional colleagues for ongoing support and collaboration.
• Hands-On: Practice teaching and facilitating skills from the beginning of the program; create and deliver a Practicum Project; finish the certification process through a portfolio review.
• Practice-Based: Practice daily with the support of the cohort and a qualified meditation teacher. The program begins and ends with sitting retreat together, setting the stage for a deep dive.
• Comprehensive: Learn about the Buddhist roots of mindfulness, psychology & neuroscience, group facilitation, the history of mindfulness, and much more.
• Practical: Learn how to develop mindfulness programs that fit your institution or community.
• Accessible: We have done our best to keep costs reasonable, and tuition can be paid in monthly installments. We aim to create a diverse cohort. All applicants are welcome.

WHO

If you have an established home practice and wish to share mindfulness with others, MTTP is for you. We’re especially interested in serving those already in a position to offer mindfulness classes or workshops in their own institution, community, or practice who are seeking support and guidance in how to do so effectively.

Our MTTP is also a powerful foundational training for those moving into, or already teaching, mindfulness-based classes and interventions such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC), or Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP).

Examples of excellent reasons to take MTTP:

• I’m running groups or leading trainings at work already and want to integrate mindfulness into the training.
• I’m a psychotherapist and I want to add mindfulness to my work with individuals and/or groups.
• I did the training, or I’m planning to do the training, to facilitate MBCT and I want to feel more solid about mindfulness.
• I want to offer a weekly meditation practice group in my community.
• I’m an MBSR teacher already and would love to deepen my understanding and enhance my teaching skills.
• I’m a spiritual teacher and would like to add the depth and universal language of mindfulness to my work.

WHERE

The in-person portions of this program will be held in the Bellingham area (with the four retreats often held in Skagit County). All are welcome but you must be able to travel to the Bellingham area 8 times. Much of the learning and interaction also happens through flexible distance-learning in between in-person meetings.

WITH

Lead instructor Rev. Tim Burnettcombines his decades of teaching experience, years of creating and leading courses in mindfulness, and his knowledge of the Buddhist roots of mindfulness to provide a rich experiential education for trainees.

Tim is certified in three of the major mindfulness-based interventions:

• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (certified by the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Healthcare, and Society at the University of Massachusetts)
• Compassion Cultivation Training (certified by Stanford University’s Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE))
• Mindful Self-Compassion (certified by The Center for Mindful Self-Compassion (CMSC)).

Tim is grounded in 30 years of Zen Meditation where he is a Soto Zen Priest and teacher. He received Dharma Transmission from his long-time mentor Zoketsu Norman Fischer in 2011 and was installed as Guiding Teacher of the Red Cedar Zen Community in Bellingham in 2017.

Guest teachers support Tim throughout the training. Visiting instructors to earlier cohorts included:

• Karen Schwisow, EYRT – How to teach mindful yoga
• Barbara Lehman, PhD – Psychological research on mindfulness
• Kelly McGonigal, PhD – The Upside of Stress
• Brennan Gilbert, PsyD – Understanding mindfulness and projection

COST

The per-person cost is $6,900 for the 9-month MTTP program including all retreats, seminars, and ongoing instruction and support. Monthly payment plans are available.Note that the tuition covers room and board at the 4 retreats, but not at the 4 seminar weekends in Bellingham.

For participants who accept the invitation to move towards certification after completing the program, there is an additional $500 fee for Teacher Certification.

The tuition covers:

• All 4 retreats, all 4 seminar weekends, all distance learning time and all materials provided except for books.
• Room and board at the four retreats.
• Access to course websites and materials.
• Access to instructors between meetings.

The tuition does not cover:

• Room and board at the seminar weekends in Bellingham (there are many affordable AirBnB options).
• Comparing to another program? Check if room & board at retreats/trainings is included – often it’s not and can add significant cost.
• Travel costs as applicable.

APPLY

On January 1st of each year, we begin accepting applications for the new year’s 9-month cohort. Applications will be reviewed and prospective applicants will be invited for an interview. Those selected to participate in our MTTP program will then be notified in the Spring and can expect to begin classes in September of that same calendar year.

Pre-requisites and selection criteria include having taken Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (as this is the template and root expression for this style of mindfulness); having a daily practice of mindfulness/meditation; and having attended a silent, teacher-led meditation retreat of at least 5 days in length (some exceptions and / or concurrency may be granted at our discretion).

MBSR Teacher Training (MBSR-TT) is an immersive, apprentice-style training in how to teach MBSR with skill and confidence. It features hands-on, in-classroom training with a high faculty-to-student ratio. Personalized feedback and warm support are the hallmarks of this unique certification program.

The first year consists of practicum-based training alongside senior teachers in a small cohort. In later stages, MBSR-TT becomes a mentorship-based self-paced program which can be completed in a second year or at your own pace over a longer period.

In-person practicums are available to students in the Puget Sound, Washington and Atlanta, Georgia regions. Online practicums make this training accessible worldwide.

This advanced training is designed for those who are already comfortable leading meditation, yoga, or related contemplative disciplines. IF you feel like you need more fundamental training in how to teach mindfulness please see our Mindfulness Teacher Training Program (MTTP), above.

To fulfill the prerequisites for application to MBSR-TT, you have:

• Taken the MBSR course.
• Completed at least one silent, teacher-led meditation retreat of 5 days or longer.
• Established a consistent personal meditation practice.

Feel free to contact us before applying if you are unsure whether you meet the above prerequisites.

STRUCTURE OF THE TRAINING

MBSR-TT unfolds over four phases. You work through the first two phases with a small cohort in an intensive, practicum-based setting. The last two phases are more flexible and mentorship-based. Note that this program uses an academic year.

Phase I: Winter & Spring

• You will be embedded in two MBSR classes organized by Mindfulness Northwest or the Mindfulness Center of Atlanta.
• In the first class you will be observing the Senior Teacher and participating right along with the students.
• In the second class you will have progressively more teaching responsibility. Other cohort members may also be in your class.
• You will collect short video recordings of your teaching to review.
• Process your experience in a weekly live debrief after every MBSR class.
• Learn together in weekly Zoom meetings with the entire cohort.

Phase II: Fall

• Cohort support continues and the flexible nature of the program kicks in.
• Many trainees are ready to teach solo or co-teach with another trainee and will organize their own class for Phase II.
• If it’s too soon to teach independently, the support of co-teaching with one of our Senior Teachers may be offered at our discretion.
• Continue collecting video of your teaching for review.
• Weekly Zoom meetings with the entire cohort continue.
• Write reflections on each class session taught and receive personalized feedback from a Senior Teacher.

Phase III: Your own timing

Typically during the second year of the program, but flexible.

• During Phase III you will organize and teach three (3) MBSR classes. 
• Receive nine hours of one–on-one video conference mentorship support as you fully take the teacher’s seat.
• You may co-teach with another trainee or with a teacher outside the program. (Non-Mindfulness Northwest teachers require pre-approval by the Program Director.) At least one of your Phase III courses should be taught solo.

Phase IV: Certification

Typically during the third year of the program, but flexible.

• Submit a teaching portfolio (including video of teaching and audio recordings) demonstrating that you’re ready to teach MBSR independently.
• Receive a portfolio review with a Senior Teacher.
• Additional training and support may be recommended.

Since 2012, Mindfulness Northwest has been providing training in mindfulness to healthcare professionals and staff. Our signature 5-week class, Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals, has been offered over 25 times to professionals at UW Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, PeaceHealth, The Everett Clinic, Evergreen Medical, Skagit Valley Medical, Washington Physicians Health Program, and others.

Please contact us for more information.

EVIDENCE-BASED TRAINING

A substantial and growing body of peer-reviewed research confirms that when organizations provide mindfulness training to employees, both profit.

Organizations enjoy these benefits:

• Greater employee engagement
• Higher morale
• Improved productivity
• Reduced stress and burnout
• Lower turnover

And their employees report:

• Stronger connections to the organization and other employees
• Greater job satisfaction
• Improved focus and creativity
• Gratitude for the benefits of this training on their non-work lives

The research also identifies these general health and wellness benefits:

• Increased stress resilience and reduced anxiety
• Improved immune system function
• Improved response to chronic pain
• Reduced symptoms and risk of many chronic diseases (high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, GI distress, skin disorders)
• And many others

Research citations available on request

Ready to bring mindfulness to your team? Contact us.

MINDFULNESS FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

Format: Five 2.5 hour classes, one extended 6-hour session, and daily home practice.

Our Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals (MHP) training includes all of the core elements of the well-studied Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction curriculum (Kabat-Zinn 1990, 1982, 2002) in a briefer and more concentrated format adapted for healthcare, and is equivalent in scale and content to several mindfulness training interventions which have proven effective (Fourtney et al. 2013, Schoroeder et al. 2015).

Preliminary data we’ve collected suggests our course results in a decrease of symptoms of burnout, an increase in mindfulness, and a decrease in perceived stress. Specifically, the data show:

• an increase in mindfulness of 11%;
• a decrease in perceived stress of 21%;
• a reduction in depersonalization of 15%:
• a decrease in emotional exhaustion 6%; and
• an increased sense of efficacy 8%.

Mindfulness for Healthcare Professionals has been offered since 2012 at the University of Washington Medical School, The Everett Clinic, Evergreen Medical Center, Skagit Valley Regional Medical Center, PeaceHealth St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, Seattle Cancer Care Center, Providence Health, and through the Washington Physician’s Health Program.

The course has been accredited for CME (Continuing Medical Education). Our live online offering through PeaceHealth St. Joseph is designated for a maximum of 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Interested in joining an ongoing MHP training or bringing a session to your medical center? Contact us.

By signing up for a Mindfulness Northwest event you agree to the following:

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ELIGIBILITY

Unless otherwise stated, our courses and retreats are designed for adults. If you (or an individual for whom you are registering) are less than 18 years of age, please contact the office before registering.

We also ask that people who are attending our programs together please register separately.

FINALIZING REGISTRATION

Registration is not complete until you have paid your registration fee or started your payment plan. You have 24 hours to do this. Please contact us if you need to request special arrangements.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES

• All event registrations include a $30 non-refundable processing fee. Refunds for cancellation always have this fee deducted.

• Registrations are non-transferable, and we do not provide credit for cancelled registrations or missed classes.

• Refunds and cancellation from our programs:

  • Cancel up to 1 month before the event begins: Receive a full refund less the $30 non-refundable processing fee.
  • Cancel between 1 month and one week before the event begins: Receive a refund of 50% of the registration fee.
  • Cancel under one week before the event begins: No refunds. To receive a refund, you must let us know at least one week before the event begins.

RECORDINGS & PHOTOGRAPHY

As a participant you agree not to take photos, audio recordings, or video recordings of our classes or other class participants.

Note that Mindfulness Northwest may make audio/video recordings of our instructors for certification and training purposes. These recordings are for internal use only.

COVID POLICY

By attending a Mindfulness Northwest event you agree to abide by our current Covid-19 Policy.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES

When you register for any program at Mindfulness Northwest your registration signifies agreement to the following policy?

• All event registrations include a $30 non-refundable processing fee. Refunds for cancellation always have this fee deducted.

• Registrations are non-transferable, and we do not provide credit for cancelled registrations or missed classes.

• Refunds and cancellation from our programs:

  • Cancel up to 1 month before the event begins: Receive a full refund less the $30 non-refundable processing fee.
  • Cancel between 1 month and one week before the event begins: Receive a refund of 50% of the registration fee.
  • Cancel under one week before the event begins: No refunds. To receive a refund, you must let us know at least one week before the event begins.

ARE EXCEPTIONS EVER MADE TO THIS POLICY?

Yes. At our discretion we may grant exceptions to this policy on compassionate grounds. Please let us know your situation if you would like to be considered for a compassionate exception.

We do! Our mission is to make mindfulness accessible. To that end we offer a sliding scale for tuition which includes scholarship rates. No need to apply; simply choose the level that's the best fit for your budget. MNW alumni receive a discounted rate for some events. We also provide a 4-month interest-free payment plan option, available during registration.

Payment Plans

You may pay your tuition with 4 monthly interest-free payments at Checkout. You will be redirected to Partial.ly, a 3rd party online payment plan service. Your first payment is made now, the remaining 3 are withdrawn on the same day of the month that you registered. Questions? Contact Partial.ly Support.

Sliding Scale Pricing

As part of our non-profit commitment to accessibility, we offer a sliding scale fee for most of our courses, workshops, retreats, and trainings. You may choose the fee that matches your budget; there is no application or screening process.

Our intention is to make our offerings affordable to all while allowing those who are more fortunate in their financial circumstances an opportunity to practice generosity. Generally, the middle "Our Cost" value on the sliding scale is the amount needed to fully cover the costs of your attending an offering.

There are 3 levels on our sliding scale fees in addition to scholarship options.

• Supporting Tuition: At this level, your registration fees somewhat exceed the costs of your attending the program. This is an offering to help subsidize the reduced fees paid by others who have more challenging financial circumstances.
• Our Cost Tuition: At this level, your registration fees fully cover the costs of your attending the program.
• Subsidized Tuition: At this level, your registration fees do not fully cover the costs of your attending the program. If you select this level, your registration will be subsidized by others, either via the general donations people offer or through the additional fees paid by those selecting a Supporting Level fee.

Donations

Donations are another way to support the accessibility provided by our sliding scale. Will you help?

Mindfulness Northwest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

QUESTIONS?

Please don't hesitate to get in touch.