Invited Workshop Series

Special Topics in Self Compassion

Upcoming Workshops:

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Kristin's Upcoming Workshops in the Self-Compassion Community

CE Credits can usually be earned for live attendance. Check event details to confirm

September 2025

September 13 @ 11:00 am - 2:15 pm CDT

Introduction to Fierce Self-Compassion, with Kristin Neff

When most people think of self-compassion, they consider the tender, nurturing aspect of this mindset that allows us to be with our pain and accept ourselves in a supportive way. But self-compassion can be fierce as well as tender. Fierce self-compassion involves taking action in the world to protect, provide,...

November 2025

November 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:15 pm CST

Self-Compassion for Caregivers, with Kristin Neff

Most of us are quite practiced at being kind to others, especially in caregiver roles. Whether we have a high-needs child, an elderly parent, an ill partner, or are a professional caregiver such as a doctor, nurse, therapist, or teacher, we know to give support and comfort to the people...

Upcoming Workshops by Invited Workshop Leaders

Throughout the workshop series, you’ll hear from self-compassion experts who Kristin has invited to teach about applications of self-compassion to specific topics and realms of life. These leaders bring a vast wealth of knowledge and experience to help you learn and grow in diverse and impactful ways. CE credits can be earned for live attendance at many of the workshops below; see individual events for details.

Self-compassion for parents with Susan Pollak

May

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How Self-Compassion Can Help Parents Cope with Stress and Thrive, with Susan Pollak

11:00 am-02:00 pm

Self-compassion for teens with Karen Bluth

Jun

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Teaching Teens Self-Acceptance and Coping through Self-Compassion, with Karen Bluth

11:00 am-02:00 pm

Self-compassion for LGBTQ+ with James Rosser

Jun

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Self-Compassion for the LGTBQ+ Community, with James Rosser

11:00 am-02:00 pm

Self-compassion and trauma with Laila Narsi

Jul

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Self-Compassion for Shame, with Laila Narsi

11:00 am-02:15 pm

Foundations of Mindfulness with Rashid Hughes

Aug

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Foundations of Mindfulness, with Rashid Hughes

02:00 pm-05:00 pm

Self-compassion and Empowered Leadership with Amy Noelle

Sep

Sat

Self-Compassion and Empowered Leadership, with Amy Noelle

11:00 am-03:00 pm

Self-Compassion and Working with Grief, with Sydney Spears

Oct

Sat

Self-Compassion and Working with Grief, with Sydney Spears

11:00 am-02:00 pm

Invited Workshop Leaders

Sydney Spears

Licensed clinical social worker

Sydney Spears, PhD, is a certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher, an adaptive yoga facilitator, a mindfulness instructor, and professor in the Kansas City area. She is passionately committed to advancing social justice efforts through providing and maintaining a non-oppressive, trauma-sensitive, and culturally responsive practice. Sydney is also author of Finding Self-Compassion: A Mindfulness Workbook for Getting to Know and Love Yourself.

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Amy Noelle

Self-Compassion and Mental Performance Coach

Amy Noelle is a certified teacher in many mindfulness interventions, including Mindful Self Compassion, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Mindful Performance Enhancement, Awareness, and Knowledge, and Mindful and Intuitive Eating. Amy is also a mentor in the Self-Compassion Community.

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Rashid Hughes

Mindfulness, Yoga Teacher & Restorative Justice Facilitator

Rashid Hughes is a graduate of the Howard University Department of Music and the Howard University School of Divinity. Rashid is a certified Mindfulness Teacher, a certified Yoga Instructor, a Restorative Justice Facilitator, and currently in training to become a Fire Pujari. His perspectives flow from the two wisdom traditions of contemplative and restorative practices, and he seeks to bridge the worlds of contemplative practice and collective care.

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Laila Narsi

Licensed clinical social worker, CMMT

Laila Narsi is a licensed psychotherapist since 1997 specializing in complex trauma and disassociation and is a certified EMDR Therapist. Laila started her meditation journey in the Sufi tradition. She is also a Certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and a mentor in the Self-Compassion Community. She is one of the co-developers for the full Shame Course along with Dr. Chris Germer and others.

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James Rosser

Licensed clinical social worker

James Rosser is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and is the Director of Outpatient Programs for the UCLA Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital. James has meditated for over 30 years, is a Trained Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher, and a mentor in the Self-Compassion Community.

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Karen Bluth, PhD

Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina

Karen Bluth, PhD, conducts research on self-compassion and its influences on the emotional wellbeing of teens. She is co-creator of the Mindful Self-Compassion for Teens program and trains teachers of the program internationally. She is also the author of several books for adolescents on self-compassion, including The Self-Compassion Workbook for Teens. Dr. Bluth has been a mindfulness practitioner for over 45 years and an educator with 18 years of classroom experience.

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Susan Pollak

Clinical psychologist and author

Susan Pollak, EdD, has been a clinical psychologist since 1988, both in private practice at in hospital settings. She is co-founder and senior teacher at the Center for Mindfulness and Compassion at Harvard Medical School, the president of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy. She is the author of numerous books, including Self-Compassion for Parents.

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Chris Germer

Clinical psychologist and part-time lecturer at Harvard Medical School

Chris Germer, PhD, is a co-developer of the Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) program, he has helped bring MSC to over 250,000 people worldwide. Chris is the author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion and co-author of The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook and Teaching the Mindful Self-Compassion Program.

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Jamie Lynn Tatera

Self-Compassion Educator and Author

Jamie Lynn Tatera has a passion for helping children and their caregivers become more self-compassionate. She is a certified Mindful Self-Compassion teacher and developer of the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion for Children and Caregivers (MSC-CC) program, a researched parent-child adaptation of the Mindful Self-Compassion program. Jamie Lynn has taught mindfulness and self-compassion to children ages 3-18, and is the author of the Mindfulness and Self-Compassion Workbook for Kids.

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FAQs About Workshops

What is a Self-Compassion Workshop?

A Self-Compassion Workshop is designed to help individuals cultivate kindness, understanding, and patience toward themselves, particularly during times of stress, failure, or self-doubt. Through a combination of activities, guided exercises, and discussions, we explore the importance of self-compassion in enhancing emotional well-being, resilience, and mental health.

Who should attend?

This workshop is open to anyone who wants to improve their emotional well-being and learn how to treat themselves with more kindness and understanding. It’s especially beneficial for those who experience self-criticism, perfectionism, or stress. No prior experience or background in mindfulness or self-compassion is required.

What will I learn in this workshop?

The core principles of self-compassion, based on research by Dr. Kristin Neff.
Practical techniques to increase self-kindness and decrease self-judgment.
How to handle difficult emotions with greater ease and acceptance.
Mindfulness practices to reduce stress and promote emotional balance.
Tools for integrating self-compassion into your everyday life.

Is this workshop online or in-person?

Our workshops are available online. Please check the specific event details for the format of the workshop you’re attending.

Online workshops will be held via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to join before the event.

Do I need any special equipment or materials?

A reliable internet connection.
A computer, tablet, or smartphone with audio and video capability.
A comfortable, quiet space where you can participate without distractions.

Is there a cost to attend?

Yes, there may be a registration fee depending on the workshop. Prices are listed on the event page, and some events may offer discounted rates or sliding scale fees. We also offer occasional scholarships or financial aid for those in need—please reach out to inquire.

What should I expect during the workshop?

Workshops typically include a mix of:

Introduction and Overview: Learning about the principles of self-compassion.
Guided Exercises: Reflective exercises and mindfulness practices to foster self-compassion.
Group Discussion: Opportunities to share experiences and insights with others.
Q&A Sessions: Time for questions and personalized guidance from the facilitator.

Expect to participate actively and create a safe space for sharing and personal growth. The atmosphere is supportive and non-judgmental.

Thank you for your interest in our Self-Compassion Workshop. We look forward to having you join us for a transformative experience!

Dive Deeper

This year, we are offering a number of workshops designed to bring the transformative power of self-compassion to different areas of your life. Whether you’re navigating challenges like grief, burnout, or trauma, are a parent, caregiver or professional working with kids and teens, or just want to learn basic skills of self-compassion, we have a workshop for you!

These workshops are open to everyone, and as a special benefit, annual members of the Self-Compassion Community receive 25% off. You can find all the details here.