Bluebird Yoga House & Wellness Studio

Mindfulness & Meditation

Dr. Jess Place is a certified meditation teacher (CMT) who has been leading group and private meditation sessions since 2017. With a foundation in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), she offers personalized meditations grounded in Mindfulness strategies to help individuals create a healthier relationship with themselves and their thoughts.


Mindfulness is a lifestyle that involves the intentional practice of remaining fully present in the moment, thereby avoiding distractions from the stream of thoughts and narratives that occupy our minds. As a sports analogy, meditation can be likened to practice, while Mindfulness can be seen as the ultimate goal. Through meditation, we cultivate Mindfulness as a means of fully engaging in life’s experiences.  


Over the years, Jess has taught various groups of people Mindfulness & meditation strategies, catering lessons to their specific life sitatutions. Some of these groups are:

  • First Responders
  • Educators
  • New Parents
  • Individuals in Recovery
  • Adolescents


Dr. Jess is also featured in myMentalPal, a meditation app and web platform designed to help you build a Mindful habit. 

Book an appointment with Dr. Jess


New Title


Immersive Mindfulness & Meditation: An 8-Week Course

with Dr. Jess Place, CMT


Course Overview

Develop a lasting mindfulness and meditation practice through this immersive 8-week course designed to help you cultivate greater calm, resilience, and well-being.


Classes meet once a week for 8 consecutive weeks, ideally on the same day and at the same time each week. Each session is 60 minutes and includes guided meditations, discussion, reflection, and practical tools you can apply in everyday life.

Between sessions, participants are encouraged to practice meditation independently to deepen their experience and integrate the techniques into daily life.


What You'll Learn

Throughout the course, you will:

  • Build a sustainable personal meditation practice with structured guidance.
  • Learn the foundations of mindfulness and meditation.
  • Explore the science and research supporting mindfulness-based practices.
  • Understand the connection between the mind, body, and emotions.
  • Develop skills to respond thoughtfully rather than react automatically to stress.
  • Practice present-moment awareness to experience greater peace, clarity, and resilience, regardless of life's circumstances.
  • Discover practical ways to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine.


Each session includes:

  • Guided meditation practices
  • Journaling and self-reflection
  • Group discussion and shared learning
  • Practical strategies for bringing mindfulness into everyday life


What to Bring

Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

A journal and pen will be provided for you.


Weekly Course Topics

Week 1: Introduction to Mindfulness & Meditation

Week 2: Perceiving the World and Ourselves

Week 3: Working with Bodily Sensations & Pain

Week 4: Using Mindfulness to Navigate Difficult Situations & Cope with Stress

Week 5: Stress & Anxiety: Reacting vs. Responding Mindfully

Week 6: Mindful Communication

Week 7: Understanding Cravings & Aversions

Week 8: Moving Forward: Sustaining Your Mindfulness Practice


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Investment

  • $400 – Bluebird Yoga House Members
  • $480 – Non-Members


Payment may be made in full or through installment plans.


Please reach out to Jess if you interested in participating: jess@bluebirdyogahouse.com