Featured Workshops and Online Programs
Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP)
On the 6th of January, the application for a brand new 30-week Self-Compassion in Psychotherapy (SCIP) program will open. As a special preview, you can join a four-week “Meet the SCIP Experts” journey starting on December 16th; to learn more about our SCIP program dynamics, watch SCIP experts interviews, engage in our live Q&A with Chris Germer and Kristin Neff, and take part in our launch!
January 6
Self-Compassion: An Antidote to Shame
March 2 and 4
Meditations
Feel free to download the following meditations for your personal use. They are intended to guide you through the first phase of mindful self-compassion training. The meditations are primarily instructional in nature and briefer than most meditation sessions. Please use the downloads until you understand the practices and can practice on your own.
Newest recordings and instructions
Self-Compassion Break
Loving-Kindness for a Loved One
Compassionate Body Scan
Compassion with Equanimity
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC)
MSC combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion to enhance our capacity for emotional wellbeing.
Mindfulness & Compassion in Psychotherapy
Mindfulness and compassion are a powerful combination that allows us to live our lives more fully and happily.
Publications
Comprehensive and authoritative books, articles and other publications.
Therapy Practice
Dr. Germer has maintained a private practice in Arlington, Massachusetts since 1986, specializing in mindfulness and compassion-based psychotherapy.
What is Mindful Self-Compassion?
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. MSC combines the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion, providing a powerful tool for emotional resilience.
MSC 8-Week Course (In person)
MSC is offered once a week for eight week and includes a half-day silent retreat.
Find a course in your area.
Live Online MSC
This 8-week MSC course contains the same content and has the same learning objectives as the in-person course, however we offer it online to increase access to those who live in areas where an in-person MSC is not offered.
Learn more about LOMSC.
2-Day Core Skills Workshop
This workshop is an in-depth opportunity for people to immerse themselves in some of the key practices and exercises of the full 8-week program in an intensive 2-day format.
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MSC Teacher Training
This 6-day, residential program is facilitated by a team of senior MSC teachers. Half of the training is a condensed, experiential review of the MSC program, integrating short talks, meditation, group exercises, discussion, and periods of silence. The other half of the program focuses on how to teach the core themes and skills of each session in simulated, guided, small groups. Participants will be provided with the essential materials to teach the 8-week form of MSC.
Find a Teacher Training.
MSC Intensive Course
This format usually consists of an introductory evening, four full days of training, and a final morning of training and closing. Concentrated practice allows you to immerse yourself more deeply in MSC and experience its transformative potential.
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About Me
Chris Germer, PhD is a clinical psychologist and lecturer on psychiatry (part-time) at Harvard Medical School. He co-developed the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program with Kristin Neff in 2010 and MSC has since been taught to over 100,000 people worldwide. They co-authored two books on MSC, The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program.
Chris spends most of his time lecturing and leading workshops around the world on mindfulness and self-compassion. He is also the author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion; he co-edited two influential volumes on therapy, Mindfulness and Psychotherapy, and Wisdom and Compassion in Psychotherapy; and he maintains a small private practice in Arlington, Massachusetts, USA.
Books, articles, and other publications
The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook: A Proven Way to Accept Yourself, Build Inner Strength, and Thrive
This science-based workbook offers a step-by-step approach to breaking free of harsh self-judgments and impossible standards in order to cultivate emotional well-being.
Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program: A Guide for Professionals
The authoritative guide to conducting the Mindful Self-Compassion program!
The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion: Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions
Learn how to be kind to yourself when you need it the most.