Enrolling now · Winter 2026 CBRT Cohort · starts January 9, 2027

Transform stress into resilience, from the inside out.

Mindful Resilience brings evidence-based mindfulness and meditation to individuals, families, workplaces and communities. Now enrolling: our small-group, 9-week Compassion-Based Resilience Training cohort.

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9 weeksCurrent cohort
10 to 15People per group
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Our mission

A peaceful world begins with a peaceful mind.

Because a peaceful world begins with a peaceful mind, Mindful Resilience provides our community's youth, parents, and broader community with evidence-based mindfulness and meditation tools to transform stress into resilience and heal from the inside out.

About us
The story behind the work

Every practice begins with a person.

In Kim's words: how compassion became her path out of burnout, and why she now guides others along it.

Kim speaking to a group
01

It started with exhaustion.

"I came to this work the way many people do: through my own stress, striving, and the quiet exhaustion of caring for everyone but myself."

02

Practice didn't ask for more.

"Contemplative practice didn't ask me to do more. It taught me how to recover, steady my nervous system, and respond to life with more clarity and kindness."

Kim leading a session
03

So I trained to share it.

"I certified in Compassion-Based Resilience Training through the Nalanda Institute, a program developed at Columbia and Cornell and taught since 1998."

A small group sitting together on the floor during a workshop
04

Now the circle is yours.

"Small groups, in a warm and unhurried space where every voice belongs. My job is to make the science accessible and the practice doable."

Kim smiling as she talks with participants
Who it's for

Three paths into the same practice.

Business

Protect your people from burnout. Bring mindfulness and resilience training to your team to improve focus, retention and wellbeing, on your schedule.

For organizations →

Individuals

Start with our current 9-week cohort, a guided, personal journey through the practices that build lasting resilience. More programs are on the way.

Join a cohort →

Communities

Bring resilience to the people you serve. We partner with nonprofits, faith groups and community organizations to deliver accessible, trauma-aware training.

For communities →

Resilience is not pushing harder. It's meeting yourself with compassion.

The science is clear, and so is the practice.

Why it matters

Burnout isn't a personal failing. It's a signal.

The modern nervous system is running a marathon with no finish line. For professionals especially, chronic stress has quietly become the baseline, and willpower alone can't fix a physiological problem. Mindfulness and compassion practice works with your biology, training the mind and body to down-regulate, recover, and respond with clarity instead of reactivity.

77%

of professionals report experiencing burnout at their current job.

83%

of US workers suffer from work-related stress that follows them home.

3×

higher risk of heart disease linked to chronic, unmanaged stress.

8wks

is enough for contemplative training to measurably reshape stress response.

Figures reflect widely reported workplace-wellbeing and stress-physiology research (Gallup, APA, and contemplative-science studies). Shared to illustrate scale, not as medical advice.

Where many arrive

  • Wired but exhausted, tired and unable to switch off
  • Short fuse, foggy focus, disrupted sleep
  • Guilt about "not coping" despite doing everything
  • Compassion for everyone but themselves

Where the practice leads

  • A nervous system that recovers, not just endures
  • Steadiness under pressure and clearer decisions
  • Self-compassion as a skill, not a slogan
  • A community that practices alongside you
Featured program

Compassion-Based Resilience Training: a 9-week cohort, designed to be experienced.

Weekly live sessions

Nine guided sessions in a small group that meets at a steady, human pace.

Science + practice

Each week pairs the research behind resilience with a practice you can actually use.

Compassion at the core

Self-compassion trained as a measurable skill, the piece most resilience programs skip.

Small, consistent group

Capped at 15 people so every voice has room. Presence matters here.

Practice between sessions

Short daily practices and gentle structure to carry the work into real life.

Certified facilitation

Led by Kim, certified through the Nalanda Institute's CBRT program.

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Community contribution

Pay the tier that fits your life. No one is turned away.

Our tiered model keeps the program sustainable and inclusive. A full donation is required upfront to secure your seat. This reservation is specific to individuals joining a cohort.

Supporter

$350

Covers your place in the 9-week cohort at our standard contribution.

  • Full 9-week cohort
  • All sessions & materials
  • Sustains the program
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Most generous

Sponsor

$450

Your place plus you help fund a scholarship seat for someone who can't pay.

  • Everything in Supporter
  • Funds an accessible seat
  • Grows the community
Choose Sponsor

Accessible

$250 or less

A sliding scale so cost is never the barrier to contemplative learning.

  • Same full cohort
  • Pay what you can
  • Confidential, honor-system
Choose Accessible
Need to go below $250 or request a full scholarship? We use a confidential, honor-system process. Email mindfulresilienceinitiative@gmail.com before registering. Full fee waivers are available, and no one is ever turned away for inability to pay.
In their words

What past participants share.

In combination with learning about the science of meditation, I learned to meditate in a way that alleviates anxiety...The benefits are great—beyond estimation.

CBRT participant

I loved the feeling I had during and after each meditation session. I also felt a great sense of community with the other [participants] present.

CBRT participant

I feel much happier and able to cope with life’s changes. I feel so grateful to have been able to participate in the [training].

CBRT participant

Although I have done some form of mindfulness practice for years, the study jump-started me into beginning a more serious meditation practice.

CBRT participant

Kim was a wonderful guide, demonstrating the techniques thoroughly and practicing with us. She consistently asked for our feedback to make sure the techniques worked for us, and she facilitated thoughtful conversation after each meditation, helping students feel comfortable sharing their experiences!

CBRT participant
Near you, too

Local services in Charlotte & beyond.

Beyond the online cohorts, Kim offers in-person and locally based resilience work, from small group circles to tailored sessions for teams and organizations in the area.

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What local looks like

  • In-person group circles & workshops
  • On-site resilience sessions for local teams
  • Community & nonprofit partnerships
  • Private one-to-one consultations
Two ways to begin

Reserve your seat

Ready to commit to the next 9-week cohort? Choose your contribution tier and complete it securely through Zeffy. Kim then emails you a short registration questionnaire and coordinates the schedule with you.

Reserve your seat

Not sure yet?

Book a free 15-minute call. It's a relaxed consultation. Ask anything, and we'll help you find the right fit.

Questions

FAQs

Everything people usually ask before joining a cohort. Still wondering about something?

What is Compassion-Based Resilience Training (CBRT)?

CBRT is a 9-week, evidence-based training from the Nalanda Institute, developed and tested at the university hospitals of Columbia and Cornell. It brings together mindfulness, compassion, imagery and breath-work to help you reduce stress, prevent burnout and build resilience that lasts.

Do I need any meditation experience?

Not at all. The course works for complete beginners and for people who already practice. Every technique is taught step by step, and Kim checks in often to make sure the practices are working for you.

Who is the cohort for?

Anyone carrying chronic stress or feeling close to burnout: professionals, caregivers, parents, helpers and leaders. Teams and organizations can also bring CBRT in-house through our Business and Communities programs.

How does the 9-week format work?

You meet live on Zoom once a week for a 1.5-hour session in a small group of 10 to 15 people. Each session blends teaching, discussion and two guided meditations, with short practices to carry into your week.

How much does it cost?

We use a community-contribution model: Sponsor $450, Supporter $350, or Accessible, a sliding scale of $250 or less. Every tier gets the same full program, and no one is turned away for inability to pay.

How do I reserve my seat?

Pick your contribution tier on the Reserve page, then complete your donation through our secure Zeffy form. Kim will then email you a short registration questionnaire and coordinate the cohort schedule with you directly.

Why do you use Zeffy?

Zeffy is a free fundraising platform built for nonprofits, so your full contribution goes to the program. At checkout Zeffy may suggest an optional tip to support their platform. It is entirely up to you and can be set to $0.

What if I can't afford it?

Please reach out before registering at mindfulresilienceinitiative@gmail.com. Contribution adjustments and full scholarships are handled confidentially on the honor system, and full fee waivers are available.

What if I need to cancel?

Full refunds are given for cancellations made at least 7 days before the first session. After that, contributions become non-refundable and are treated as a donation that funds future scholarship seats. See our policies for details.

Is CBRT a replacement for therapy?

No. CBRT is an educational, skills-based training and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care. If you are unsure whether it is right for you right now, book a free 15-minute call and we can talk it through.

Can I talk to someone before I commit?

Yes, please do. Book a free, no-pressure 15-minute call with Kim to ask anything and see whether the cohort is a good fit.

Get in touch

Have a question? Let's talk.

Whether you're curious about the next cohort, exploring training for your team, or wondering about the sliding scale, send a note and Kim will get back to you personally.

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