Are you interested in participating in one of our active research studies? Read below to see if you may be eligible:

  • Be Well With Migraine: BE WELL with Migraine is a national research study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that compares two virtual group programs designed to help adults better manage migraine and improve quality of life. Both programs involve 8 weekly online sessions led by experienced instructors, along with an online learning platform with additional resources. Scan the QR code link on the flyer to learn more!

  • Psychological trauma among meditation teachers and therapists: National online study for meditation teachers and therapists about difficult experiences during meditation. Participants will fill out surveys online via REDCap. If you are interested, please fill out the pre-screening form here: https://forms.gle/th1VnUVoUhvU9HyN9  and a research team member will contact you if you are determined as eligible to proceed with the study.

  • Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Mindfulness for Healthier Alcohol Consumption Habits: Boston-area study for young adults who engage in heavy drinking. Participants will come in-person twice to our Malden office and use a noninvasive vagus nerve stimulation device while practicing mindfulness and viewing images of alcohol.

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Featured News: CMC was awarded a research grant titled “Neural and physiologic effects of self-compassion on chronic pain” from the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital.  This grant provides seed funding for a pilot neuroimaging study examining self-compassion training for people experiencing chronic lower back pain.