The Institute for Mindfulness-Based Approaches based in Germany (IMA) is an educational institution committed to providing high-quality training for professionals in the fields of health care, mental health, education, social work, human resources and other related areas. Our faculty are among the leading researchers, teachers and innovators in Mindfulness-Based Approaches such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Our trainings provide not only a rich  field for professional development but encourage the cultivation of  the ground of one´s own  mindfulness experience.