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A feasibility study evaluated five adapted Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) groups that were delivered to staff in a National Health Service (NHS) mental health Trust as part of a staff health and wellbeing initiative. Using an uncontrolled design typical of a feasibility study, recruitment, retention and acceptability of the groups were assessed. Effectiveness was also measured at pre- and post-therapy, and at 3-month follow-up, using quantitative methods. In addition, qualitative methods were used to explore staff experiences of the groups. Results demonstrated high levels of feasibility, and significant improvements in staff perceived stress and self-compassion at both post-therapy and follow-up. Qualitative data suggested many staff felt the groups had improved their physical and emotional health, their ability to manage stress at work and the quality of their work with patients and of their relationships with colleagues. Although Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) has typically been used to help manage staff stress, these results are promising for the use of an adapted MBCT with this population. Challenges and factors contributing to these outcomes are discussed.

A new, year-long, apprenticeship model of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) training within the UK State National Health Service is presented. The model has a strong emphasis on personal practice and on learning to teach in various settings with regular feedback through supervision and from peers. The development of the training programme is discussed in the context of UK training provision in MBCT. A quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the experience of the first intake of trainees is presented, demonstrating a very high level of satisfaction with the training. Issues arising in the continuing development of graduates of the programme and in the development of MBCT provision by graduates, are discussed. Strengths and limitations of the evaluation are considered.

A new, year-long, apprenticeship model of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) training within the UK State National Health Service is presented. The model has a strong emphasis on personal practice and on learning to teach in various settings with regular feedback through supervision and from peers. The development of the training programme is discussed in the context of UK training provision in MBCT. A quantitative and qualitative evaluation of the experience of the first intake of trainees is presented, demonstrating a very high level of satisfaction with the training. Issues arising in the continuing development of graduates of the programme and in the development of MBCT provision by graduates, are discussed. Strengths and limitations of the evaluation are considered.