Everyday Mindfulness for Youth and Teens
Kate Murphy, MA, NBCT, first studied meditation and yoga with John Orr over 20 years ago. She completed the Duke graduate MBSR course, is a nationally board-certified teacher, and since 2009, a certified yoga instructor. For 10 years, Kate taught stress reduction painting classes at the Duke Diet and Fitness Center. Her work as a middle school counselor continues to inform and deepen her interest in mindfulness for teens.
Aviva Scully, MSW, LCSW, MSPH has been practicing mindfulness meditation for over thirty years. She has taught mindfulness meditation to adolescents in the school setting and through the Program on Integrative Medicine. Aviva is passionate about helping young people connect with their inner strength and well-being and connect with each other. Aviva is a school social worker and licensed clinical social worker and has worked with middle school students for over fifteen years. She is trained in facilitating community building and restorative circles. She has participated in mindful self-compassion, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and focusing workshops. (She is a lifelong animal lover and believes strongly in the healing power of the human and animal bond).