Coaching and Programs

Personal Coaching Sessions

Personal coaching sessions are available in Honolulu, Hawaii by appointment, or if you are not located in the islands, by phone, or Skype. Please contact me at (808) 728-3179, or email allanmbsr@gmail.com.

MBSR Programs

Our formal Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Programs are modeled from the programs developed at The Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society (CFM) at the UMass Medical School.

MBSR Programs are designed to assist you in taking better care of yourself through guiding you in developing coping skills for the stress in your life. Our programs require a strong commitment towards developing a gentle daily discipline of meditation and relaxation. Please contact me for future program information.

MBSR Program Benefits

Obtaining an increased pleasure, energy, and enthusiasm for life.

Experiencing a reduction in pain.

Discovering a greater ability to relax.

Developing skills for coping more effectively with both short and long-term stressful situations.

Participants include people who have medical conditions such as;

Family Stress
Financial stress
Job Stress
Chronic Pain
High Blood Pressure
Anxiety and Panic
Headaches and Migraines
Cancer
Rheumatoid Arthritis
PTSD
Sleep Disturbances
HIV Infection
AIDS
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Fibromyalgia
Skin Disorders

The majority of participants report lasting decreases in both physical and psychological symptoms. Pain levels also improve and people learn to cope better with pain that may not go away.

Upcoming MBSR Program
University of Hawaii Outreach College
May 26-Jun 30 • Thu • 6:30-8:00pm • 6 mtgs

Current MBSR Programs include being part of a team developing and presenting MBSR programs for an exciting research project called, Coming Home. The Coming Home project is about creating a healing space for veterans in the online virtual world, Second Life. Please visit the projects website to learn more about Coming Home.

Previous MBSR programs include:

Schofield Barracks Army Health Clinic – Formal 8-week program for health care professionals

Corporate workshops at Radiology Associates, Inc.

Formal 8-week MBSR Program and workshops held at the American Association of University Women, Honolulu Branch.

Formal 8-week MBSR Program held at Cades Schutte, Honolulu Office.

Formal 8-week MBSR Programs and workshops presented through the Hawaii Wellness Institute.

Formal 8-week MBSR Programs at Kapi’olani Community College presented for Nurses and other health Care Professionals.

Programs at the J.W. Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa as a component of their overall Wellness Programs for guests.

Appreciations

“Isn’t learning fun? Grateful for this opportunity. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to study with you…Wendie Wong, Retired Educator

“Very well planned, explained. Good delivery.” Tom Handcock

Allan’s attention was so focused when each of us spoke. I felt heard. especially liked Allan’s acknowledgement that a transfer or transition to everyday life, from formal classes, is a key to the benefits of practice.” Marcia Wong

Formal MBSR Program Testimonials

“Your MBSR class was terrific.”
Colonel Michael Brumage, Commander US Army Schofield Barracks Health Clinic

“The experience was life changing. Experiential learning provided a catalyst for exploring the use of meditation in defining the root causes of stress in one’s life. Therefore, the long-term effects of participating in Allan’s program cannot be properly appreciated until you take the program yourself. As a healthcare administrator I evaluated several stress management courses in my career. However, I have never found one so comprehensive and life changing. I highly recommend the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program and Allan as facilitator.” Debra M. Mahan, Cardiovascular Services, Straub Clinic and Hospital

“I deal with pain in a new, better way…I gained a sense of self confidence and I found a place inside myself that is always peaceful…I changed my view of communication with myself and others in a positive light…I am less judgmental and more accepting.” Rebecca Meyer, University Student

“As the Spa Director at Ihilani Resort and Spa I included Allan’s program on our schedule of classes offered at the Spa. It was an immediate success! Allan’s attention to detail in addition to his knowledge of and passion for the subject matter made the class one of the most popular at the Spa. He has a skill for making participants feel at ease and welcomed.” Syd Fleming, Spa Director

“As a health educator with two decades of experience I can attest to Allan’s competence, content knowledge and, most importantly, rapport with students. Allan has a supportive and open teaching style that enhances the effectiveness of his instruction.” Ron Paik, MPH

“You are very qualified and skilled at what you do. It’s quite impressive.” Herman R. Frazier, Former Director of Athletics, University of Hawaii

“The Program has opened my life to my inner resources and has reduced stress using the techniques….I received an abundance of life tools that have been easy to incorporate into everyday use….I am more mindful of the thoughts and feelings that are in the present and I am less likely to be stressed by past and future thoughts….I enjoyed how well Allan and Roshani worked together and I was impressed with the method and skill when leading meditations and during discussions. Pete Little, Contractor and Raw Foods Educator

“My migraines have been cut in half from once every two weeks to once a month after taking the program.” Anonymous

“I have incorporated meditation into my life. I am less reactive to situations.” Anonymous

“I remain calmer, less anxious, more centered, more non-judgmental, more accepting.” Anonymous

“What I got from the program is the path to live a successful life filled with awareness and joy.” Anonymous