Catherine P. Cook-Cottone, PhD, is a licensed psychologist, registered yoga teacher, and associate professor at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York. She is also a researcher specializing in embodied self-regulation (i.e., yoga, mindfulness, and self-care) and psychosocial disorders (e.g., eating disorders). She has written four books and over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Presenting nationally and internationally, Catherine uses her model of embodied self-regulation to structure discussions on empirical work and practical applications. She teaches classes on mindfulness therapy, yoga for health and healing, the history of psychology, and counseling with children and adolescents. She also maintains a private practice specializing in the treatment of anxiety-based disorders (e.g., posttraumatic stress disorder and generalized anxiety disorder), eating disorders (including other disorders of self-care), and development of emotional regulation skills.
Contents
Foreword by B. Grace Bullock, PhD
Preface
Acknowledgments
PART I EMBODIED SELF-REGULATION: A CONCEPTUAL MODEL
1 Embodied Self-Regulation: A Conceptual Model of the Role of Embodied Practices in Self-Regulation
The Self
Summary
2 The Dysregulated Self: From Craving, to Consumption, to Disorder
Loss of the Embodied Self: What Puts Someone at Risk?
Dysregulation Embodied
Conclusions
3 The Mindful and Yogic Self: Embodied Practices
Between Stimulus and Response
Unique Aspects of Mindful and Yogic Approaches to Practice
The Mindful and Yogic Self
The 12 Embodied Practices of the Mindful and Yogic Self
Exploring the 12 Embodied Practices of the Yogic and Mindful Self
Summary
PART II THE MINDFUL SELF
4 Mindfulness: The Basic Principles
An Antidote
Mindfulness
The Three Pillars of Buddhist Practice
The Dharma Seals: Impermanence, Nonattachment, and Not-Self
Allowing What Is
The Four Noble Truths
The Eight-Fold Path
Conclusions
5 On the Cushion: Formal Mindfulness Practices
Finding the Right Tools
Mindful Practice
Formal Meditation Practices
Summary
6 Off the Cushion: Informal Mindfulness Practices
Informal Mindfulness Practices
Thoughts and Attitudes That Cultivate and Support Mindful Awareness
Informal Practices
Summary
PART III THE YOGIC SELF
7 Yoga: The Basic Principles
Yoga Is for Everyone
The Study and History of Yoga as an Intervention
The Eight Limbs of Yoga
Traditional Types of Yoga
The Four Immeasurables
Summary
8 On the Mat: Formal Yoga Practices
As Goes Your Breath …
Yoga as Embodied Learning
Aspects of Practice and the Path to Embodied Self-Regulation
Summary
9 Creating a Regulating Practice: Yoga Teachers, Styles, Risks, and Tools
From Idea to Practice
Choosing a Yoga Teacher and Yoga Style
Dosage: How Much, How Often, and How Long to Practice
Contraindications in Yoga Practice
Establishing a Home Practice
Conclusions
10 Off the Mat: Informal Yoga Practices
The Building Blocks of Off-the-Mat Practice
Building Well-Being From the Body Up: Physiological Foundational Practices
Yamas and Niyamas
Four Immeasurables
Karma: Planting Seeds
Summary
PART IV EVOLVING MINDFUL AND YOGIC APPROACHES
11 Comprehensive Treatment Protocols and Empirical Support
The Research Perspective
A Third Wave or New Paradigm?
Mindfulness
Yoga
Cautions and Contraindications
Conclusions and Future Directions
12 Mindful Self-Care
Mindful Self-Care and Self-Regulation
Mindful Self-Care: How to Use This Chapter
Summary
Index
