Buddhism and Contemplative Practices (BCP) Interest Group

Upcoming BCP meeting: December 14, 2025 10:30a-11:30a EST Transcendental Meditation (™)

Join the BCP Interest Group

Why Join?

Becoming a member of the Buddhism and Contemplative Practices (BCP) Interest Group connects you with a professional community dedicated to bridging ancient wisdom and modern mental health practice. Whether you are a therapist, counselor, psychologist, psychiatrist, educator, researcher, or student, membership offers a supportive space to:

  • Deepen personal and professional practice through contemplative-informed approaches
  • Stay current with research and innovations in mindfulness, compassion, and Buddhist psychology
  • Access practical tools such as guided meditations, clinical worksheets, and case examples
  • Learn from Inspiring Teachers: Engage with experienced local and national teachers who offer dharma talks and insights across diverse perspectives, tailored to mental health work.
  • Network and collaborate with like-minded professionals across disciplines
  • Contribute to the conversation by sharing your own expertise and insights

Membership Benefits

  • Free access to webinars and workshops (with the option to make a small donation to webinar teachers)
  • Members-only resource library (articles, worksheets, audio practices)
  • Access to recordings of past events
  • Opportunities for collaboration and publication within the group

Get Involved

Membership is more than access — it’s about community. As a member, you can:

  • Present at a webinar or workshop
  • Share clinical tools or reflections for our resource library
  • Contribute to our blog or newsletter
  • Volunteer for working groups or the steering committee

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