Therapeutic Meditation Learning Program
A structured pathway that guides you through progressive skill development, from foundational awareness practices to advanced therapeutic applications in professional settings.
Skill Development Branches
Our curriculum follows three interconnected learning branches that build upon each other. Each branch contains specific competencies you'll develop through hands-on practice, guided instruction, and peer collaboration.
Awareness & Presence
- Breath observation techniques
- Body scanning methods
- Present moment anchoring
- Emotional regulation basics
- Creating safe practice spaces
Therapeutic Applications
- Anxiety reduction protocols
- Trauma-informed approaches
- Sleep support techniques
- Pain management methods
- Group session facilitation
Professional Integration
- Client assessment skills
- Personalized program design
- Ethical practice guidelines
- Continuing education planning
- Practice establishment methods
16-Week Learning Journey
Each phase builds systematically on previous learning, with regular checkpoints to ensure you're developing competence and confidence in your practice.
Foundation Building
We start with establishing your personal meditation practice and understanding the neurological basis of meditation's therapeutic effects. You'll learn various breathing techniques and begin developing body awareness.
- Establish daily 20-minute practice routine
- Master three core breathing techniques
- Complete body scanning practice sequences
Therapeutic Techniques
Building on your foundation, we explore how meditation addresses specific conditions. You'll practice guided sessions for anxiety, depression, and chronic pain while learning to adapt techniques for different needs.
- Practice anxiety reduction protocols with peers
- Learn trauma-informed meditation approaches
- Develop personalized practice sequences
Facilitation Skills
You'll begin leading practice sessions with classmates, receiving feedback on your guidance style. We cover group dynamics, creating safe spaces, and handling challenging situations that arise during meditation.
- Lead three 30-minute group sessions
- Handle disruptions and emotional responses
- Design session plans for specific populations
Professional Application
The final phase focuses on real-world application. You'll complete a supervised practicum, develop your professional approach, and create resources for ongoing learning and skill refinement.
- Complete 40-hour supervised practicum
- Create personal continuing education plan
- Develop professional practice framework
Assessment & Progress Tracking
Rather than traditional testing, we use ongoing evaluation methods that mirror how you'll actually apply these skills. Your progress is measured through practical demonstrations and reflective portfolios.
Practical Demonstrations
You'll regularly demonstrate techniques during class sessions. These aren't performances but opportunities to receive constructive feedback and refine your approach.
- Weekly peer practice sessions
- Individual technique assessments
- Group facilitation evaluations
Reflective Portfolio
Throughout the program, you'll document your learning journey, including personal insights, challenging moments, and evolving understanding of therapeutic applications.
- Weekly reflection entries
- Case study analyses
- Professional development planning
Supervisor Observations
During your practicum placement, experienced practitioners observe your sessions and provide detailed feedback on your developing skills and professional presence.
- Structured observation forms
- Regular feedback meetings
- Professional competency checklists
Dr. Rebecca Chen
Lead Program Instructor
Rebecca brings fifteen years of clinical experience combining traditional psychotherapy with contemplative practices. She developed our assessment framework after seeing how conventional testing methods failed to capture students' actual competence in therapeutic settings.
Her approach emphasizes authentic skill development over performance metrics, creating evaluation methods that actually strengthen your abilities rather than simply measuring them.
- PhD Clinical Psychology, Griffith University
- Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Instructor
- Member, Australian Psychological Society
- 15+ years therapeutic meditation practice