Stress reduction, mindfulness, and relaxation
If you'd like to talk to a clinician about feelings of stress or anxiety, please contact MIT Medical's Mental Health and Counseling Service at 617-253-2916. Community Wellness can provide information and techniques to revitalize your mind and body, helping you focus better and reduce stress.
How we can help
Medical services
- Mental Health and Counseling—Evaluations and consultations, treatment, referrals, urgent care, counseling and discussion groups.
Community Wellness
- Classes and workshops—Mindfulness-based stress reduction, yoga, tai chi, meditation, and other stress-management techniques.
- Support on-the-go:
- Call 617-253-CALM (x3-2256) for a guided three-minute relaxation recording.
- Download free MP3 files to practice mindfulness and relaxation on your own.
- Books and DVDs— The Community Wellness multimedia library features books, CDs and DVDs on topics including anxiety, depression, meditation, mindfulness, relaxation, stress, and yoga.
- One-on-one consultations with wellness specialist Zan Barry or Lauren Mayhew. Call 617-253-1316.
Resources
- Mind the Moment: 6-week mindful meditation e-learning course (Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare)
- Managing stress (MedlinePlus)
- Coping with stress: a checklist (Mental Health America)
- Meditation and relaxation (Mayo Clinic)
Information and techniques - Anxiety disorder (National Institute of Mental Health)
Information and treatment options - Online self-screenings (Freedom From Fear)
For anxiety and depression
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