The Art and Science of Mindfulness: Integrating Mindfulness into Psychology and the Helping Professions

by Shapiro, Shauna L.

• ISBN13: 9781433804656
• ISBN10: 1433804654
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-06-01
• Publisher: AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

Summary

Intention is fundamental to any project, endeavor, or journey. Related to intention is the concept of mindfulnessthe awareness that arises through intentionally attending to oneself and others in an open, caring, and nonjudgmental way. Drawing from Buddhist teachings and psychological theory, authors Shapiro and Carlson explore why mindful awareness is integral to the therapeutic healing process and show clinicians how to connect with this deeper awareness. This book integrates the art and science of mindfulness to engender greater well-being in both clinicians and their patients. Seen through the lens of mindfulness as a universal human capacity, this intention helps bridge the gap between therapist and patient, reminding us that we are all human beings wanting health, happiness, and freedom from suffering.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. ix
Preface	p. xiii
Acknowledgments	p. xvii
What Is Mindfulness? And How Is It Applicable to Clinical Work?	p. 1
What is Mindfulness?	p. 3
The Mindful Therapist	p. 15
Mindfulness-Informed Therapy	p. 31
Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy	p. 45
Does it Help? And How Does It Help?	p. 61
Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Mental Health	p. 63
Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Physical Health	p. 75
How Is Mindfulness Helpful? Mechanisms of Action	p. 93
Expanding the Paradigm	p. 105
Mindfulness and Self-Care for Clinicians	p. 107
Exploring the Farther Reaches of Human Potential	p. 119
Future Directions	p. 131
The Body Scan	p. 143
Sitting Meditation	p. 147
Walking Meditation	p. 149
Supplemental Resources	p. 151
References	p. 155
Index	p. 185
About the Authors	p. 193
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