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Beyond Meditation: Integrating Wisdom, Compassion, and Ethical Intention into Mindfulness-Oriented Clinical Work
Wednesday, September 3rd at 9:00 to 10:00 am PST
Free for WCMI Members!
Beyond Meditation: Integrating Wisdom, Compassion, and Ethical Intention into Mindfulness-Oriented Clinical Workoffers clinicians a deeper, integrative framework for enhancing therapeutic effectiveness. By understanding mindfulness within its original ethical and philosophical context, clinicians gain insight into why the practice of mindfulness meditation is often insufficient to alleviate distress and suffering. The presentation explores key factors that limit effectiveness, such as lack of effort, misunderstanding of the mind, and the omission of ethical grounding. It introduces complementary orientations—loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity—as vital orientations on the path of mindfulness, and examines the role of mental discipline, wisdom, and ethical conduct in fostering lasting change. Clinicians will also engage in a loving-kindness meditation, reflect on classical teachings, and examine contemporary psychological parallels such as identity formation and psychological flexibility. Ultimately, this session provides practitioners with a deeper and ethically grounded understanding of mindfulness practice that supports healing, behavioral change, and alignment with therapeutic values.
Larry Cammarata, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist specializing in mindfulness-oriented psychotherapy and mind-body medicine. He was designated as an "Author-Expert" by IDEA for his writing, teaching, and service in the field of mind-body health, fitness, and wellness. Larry is a professional speaker and workshop presenter who has made contributions to local, national, and international retreats and conferences. His work on mindful movement was presented at the 11th Annual International Scientific Conference of the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine. Larry is the Director of Education of Mindfulness Travels, an organization that provides continuing education to healthcare professionals through international retreats that integrate mindfulness-based psychology and mindful movement training with cross-cultural adventures. He is also the Director of Training for East Bay Mindfulness Center. In addition to his involvement in the profession of psychology, Larry is an instructor of the Chinese martial and healing arts of Taijiquan (Tai Chi) and Qigong.
Beyond Meditation: Integrating Wisdom, Compassion, and Ethical Intention into Mindfulness-Oriented Clinical Work
Wednesday, September 3rd at 9:00 to 10:00 am PST
Free for WCMI Members!
Beyond Meditation: Integrating Wisdom, Compassion, and Ethical Intention into Mindfulness-Oriented Clinical Workoffers clinicians a deeper, integrative framework for enhancing therapeutic effectiveness. By understanding mindfulness within its original ethical and philosophical context, clinicians gain insight into why the practice of mindfulness meditation is often insufficient to alleviate distress and suffering. The presentation explores key factors that limit effectiveness, such as lack of effort, misunderstanding of the mind, and the omission of ethical grounding. It introduces complementary orientations—loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity—as vital orientations on the path of mindfulness, and examines the role of mental discipline, wisdom, and ethical conduct in fostering lasting change. Clinicians will also engage in a loving-kindness meditation, reflect on classical teachings, and examine contemporary psychological parallels such as identity formation and psychological flexibility. Ultimately, this session provides practitioners with a deeper and ethically grounded understanding of mindfulness practice that supports healing, behavioral change, and alignment with therapeutic values.
Larry Cammarata, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist specializing in mindfulness-oriented psychotherapy and mind-body medicine. He was designated as an "Author-Expert" by IDEA for his writing, teaching, and service in the field of mind-body health, fitness, and wellness. Larry is a professional speaker and workshop presenter who has made contributions to local, national, and international retreats and conferences. His work on mindful movement was presented at the 11th Annual International Scientific Conference of the Center for Mindfulness at the University of Massachusetts School of Medicine. Larry is the Director of Education of Mindfulness Travels, an organization that provides continuing education to healthcare professionals through international retreats that integrate mindfulness-based psychology and mindful movement training with cross-cultural adventures. He is also the Director of Training for East Bay Mindfulness Center. In addition to his involvement in the profession of psychology, Larry is an instructor of the Chinese martial and healing arts of Taijiquan (Tai Chi) and Qigong.