The Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Course for parents is designed to support caregivers of children with Autism, ADHD, combining psychoeducation with mindfulness through a neurodivergent-affirming lens.

The MBSR Parent Course is an intensive 8-week course, including over 20 hours of instruction and coaching on Mindfulness and stress reduction. In addition to weekly classes, and a comprehensive handout manual, each participant is provided access to Meditation recordings.

Following the MBSR based curriculum of Susan Bogel’s Mindful Parenting, this clinically proven 8 week programme teaches skills in breath work, body relaxation, mindful eating, mindful exercise and self compassion.

Focus is given to neuro-affirming practices and building understanding and learning about autism and ADHD

Term 2, 2026

Friday 9:30am - 11:30 am

May 1st to June 19th

Location: Online

$45/week or early bird $320

Discount for 2 parents attending

For further information, please email me at: hannah@hsrcounselling.co.nz

Research has proven that caregivers of autistic and ADHD children experience continually elevated levels of stress, up to 4 x greater than that experienced by parents of neurotypical children. We know there are many long term negative effects of chronic stress - on our physical, emotional and mental health.

Studies of parents of autistic and ADHD children who completed an MBSR Parenting Course showed not only decreased parenting stress, but also a reduction in challenging behaviours for their children compared with those in the waitlist-control groups. After training, parents reported significantly less depression and more satisfaction with life in general.

The increased social interaction and shared stories of the weekly group inquiry offers benefits for parents to more deeply explore their experience of living with neurodiversity in a safe and supportive setting.