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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych

@linda-e-carlson.bsky.social
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Clinical Health #Psychologist | Professor of #Oncology and #Psychology, U Calgary | Past-President, Society for Integrative Oncology | Treasurer, International Society for Contemplative Research | #Mindfulness author, researcher and teacher | #Nature lover

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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Excited to see our latest paper on the MATCH study (Mindfulness and Taichi for cancer health) has gotten a lot of press! Here's the original article: ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
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Mindfulness and Tai Chi for Sleep, Fatigue, and Pain in Distressed People After Cancer Treatment: A Partially Randomized Patient-Preference Comparative Effectiveness Trial
PURPOSESleep, fatigue, and pain are common symptoms in cancer survivors. Mindfulness-based cancer recovery (MBCR) and Tai Chi/Qigong (TCQ) are beneficial for these conditions, but have not been studie...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Our latest MATCH study publication is getting a lot of press - check it out! medicalxpress.com/news/2026-09...
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Researchers find mind-body interventions ease symptoms, providing meaningful benefits after cancer treatment
The Mindfulness and Tai Chi for Cancer Health (MATCH) study looked at more than 500 cancer survivors with varying types and stages of cancer and found that patients experienced less pain, fatigue and ...
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International Society for Contemplative Research @iscr.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Correction: Abstracts due June 30th. Join scholars, researchers, and contemplative practitioners worldwide on October 9th for ISCR’s online conference on consciousness. Explore contemporary work on consciousness with us: iscrsociety.org/2026-conference
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International Society for Contemplative Research @iscr.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Episodes 5 & 6 of "Inside Contemplative Research" are now available! Dr. Sat Bir Khalsa and Dr. Chiara Mascarello join to discuss how to apply the technologies of contemplative traditions such as yoga and meditation in contemporary society. ow.ly/7Sc550Z93PA
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International Society for Contemplative Research @iscr.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Submit your Abstract Today! Join scholars, researchers, and contemplative practitioners worldwide on October 9th for ISCR’s online conference on consciousness. Explore contemporary work on contemplation, meaning, and selfhood: iscrsociety.org/2026-conference
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
I just discovered this interview I conducted with Cancer Network about key developments in #integrativeoncology is now online! I highlight the CHALLENGE exercise trial, the IMAGINE acupuncture and massage project and a little about CAN PACT. Check it out! www.cancernetwork.com/view/scaling...
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Scaling Integrative Oncology: Implementation and Patient-Reported Outcomes | CancerNetwork
Linda Carlson, PhD, RPsych, explored the shift from efficacy to implementation in integrative oncology, emphasizing behavioral interventions.
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
New publication alert! My colleagues and I summarize some simple tips to bring evidence-based #integrative oncology to cancer care: canadianoncologytoday.com/en/article/v...
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Integrative Medicine and Cancer: 5 Ways to Incorporate Integrative Oncology into Routine Clinical Practice | Canadian Oncology Today
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
I'm looking forward to this upcoming MAPS Canada webinar in which we'll be discussing our Canadian Network for #Psychedelic Assisted #Cancer Therapy research. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/maps-canad...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Are you already a trained #mindfulness teacher or oncology healthcare provider and want to learn to facilitate MBCR? Learn about our online program here: mbcr.thinkific.com/courses/mind...
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Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) Facilitator Training
Led by an expert authorized instructor, you will get trained in MBCR, an evidence-based scientifically tested and well-established mindfulness training program for cancer patients and their support ne...
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ASCO Palliative Oncology Community of Practice (PallOncCoP) @pallonccop.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Happy New Year to all our followers. Mark your calendars for our first meeting of 2026, next Tuesday, with @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social and Sarah Bokovitz. DM for link and to be added to our mailing list. @realbowtiedoc.bsky.social @darcyburbage.bsky.social @ascocancer.bsky.social #pallsky
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
This was a great session - thank you so much for inviting me!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Publication alert! Don't miss this open-access summary of our entire Canadian Network of #Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (CAN-PACT) program - great things to come! www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/33...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Thanks @oncodaily.bsky.social for featuring a new paper about an #integrative oncology training program in Israel!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
congrats to my student Hanna Conradi on her appearance on the #Mindfulness voyage podcast with @tedmeissner.bsky.social! She discusses her thesis work looking at emotion regulation, mindfulness and symptoms such as anxiety and depression in people with cancer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfU6...
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Rumination and Experiential Avoidance
YouTube video by Mindfulness Voyage
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
New paper alert! I helped this group from Switzerland develop the intervention and design this study - great to see #mindfulness-based #cancer recovery being translated and implemented in French-speaking populations. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
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The Experience of Women With Breast or Gynecological Cancer After Participation in an Online Mindfulness‐Based Cancer Recovery (e‐MBCR) Program: Secondary Outcomes Analysis of a Pilot Mixed Methods Randomized Controlled Trial
Mindfulness‐Based Interventions (MBIs) are recognized as beneficial in oncology supportive care. While qualitative analyses of mindfulness program experiences exist, this is the first mixed methods study to examine patients' experiences after ...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Looking forward to presenting on #integrative oncology in the Hollenberg Lectures in Winnipeg on Wednesday. One for academics and clinicians, and another for the public. Pass it along to your networks!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
Looking forward to presenting at this global @mindfulness summit tomorrow - not too late to sign up!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
Thrilled to be launching the Canadian Network for #Psychedelic-Assisted #Cancer Therapy (CAN-PACT) website this week. Check it out to learn a bit about what we're doing, meet the team and sign up for our newsletter! www.canpact.ca
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
New systematic review from my lab on #psychedelics for people with #cancer - free open access here! www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Very excited the primary psychosocial outcomes of the MATCH (Mindfulness and Taichi for Cancer Health) trial were just published in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) flagship Journal of Clinical Oncology! Largest mind-body therapy clinical trial ever: ascopubs.org/doi/pdf/10.1...
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Mindfulness and Tai Chi for Cancer Health (MATCH) Study: Primary Outcomes of a Preference-Based Multisite Randomized Comparative Effectiveness Trial
PURPOSEMany cancer survivors have high levels of distress and psychosocial symptoms. Two mind-body interventions for treating these problems are Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) and Tai Chi/Qi...
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 12/04/2025
First one! #springintherockies
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Christopher Webb @cwebbonline.com · 06/04/2025
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Oncologists, APPs, pharmacists & clinical psychologists—advance your skills with the #IntegrativeOncology Scholars Program! 🌱 1-year remote training, with an optional fellowship for eligible MDs/DOs! MDs/DOs. Apply by June 1! 🔗https://sites.google.com/view/integrative-oncology-scholars-/home
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
Happy to be in lovely SF at #sbm2025 where today all the food is plant-based! Well done @sbm.org and happy to see you here. Things are better on BlueSky!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Learn about our newly funded team grant for the Canadian Network for #Psychedelic-Assisted Cancer Therapy in this video, created by our funder the Canadian Cancer Society. youtu.be/O0LWfVC6Ais
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Breakthrough Team Grants - Psychadelic-Assisted Cancer Therapy
YouTube video by Canadian Cancer Society
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
Looking forward to attending the International Congress of Integrative Medicine and Health in Seattle next week. Come check out my talks!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
On #worldcancerday, let's not only recognize the scourge of cancer, but also the opportunities to help people cope and thrive through #mindfulness programs like ours. Learn more here: www.mindfulcancerrecovery.com
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Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery
Learn MBCR, the most scientifically tested and well-established mindfulness training program for cancer patients. Created by Linda Carlson, PhD at the University of Calgary.
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Folks, this webinar tomorrow on #worldcancerday is largely to introduce people with #cancer to #mindfulness. Registration is free - please pass it on!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Want to know a bit about what I actually do in my job? This short interview was fun and sort of sums up a day in the life... youtu.be/IF9fV3U9h_o?...
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Careers That Matter: Dr. Linda Carlson (oncology and psychology professor)
YouTube video by Careers That Matter
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Nice feature on the Cancer Choices website with a blog post and podcast - pass it along: cancerchoices.org/meet-the-pra...
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Meet the Practitioner: Dr. Linda E. Carlson, Psychosocial Oncology - CancerChoices
Dr. Linda Carlson is a globally recognized leader in psychosocial and integrative oncology, specializing in developing and evaluating complementary therapies to improve the lives of people with cancer...
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GiGi @withher2017.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
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OncoDaily @oncodaily.bsky.social · 19/01/2025
Cristiane Bergerot: Mindfulness via smartphone @crisbergerot.bsky.social @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social oncodaily.com/science/cris... #AmDTx #Cancer #mRCC #OncoDaily #Oncology #Health #RenalCellCarcinoma #Medicine
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Cristiane Bergerot: Mindfulness via smartphone - OncoDaily
Cristiane Bergerot: Mindfulness via smartphone / AmDTx, cancer, Cristiane Bergerot, Errol Philip, Linda Carlson, mRCC, OncoDaily, Oncology, Paulo Gustavo
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 17/01/2025
Good to see you over here @crisbergerot.bsky.social. Fantastic study I was happy to be involved with, congrats!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Feeling down not getting grants funded, but it's always a pick-me-up to visit Research Gate (which I almost never do) and see all the people reading our work!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 29/12/2024
Here’s a nice interview with me discussing our work bringing #mindfulness-based interventions to #cancer care. Check it out! m.youtube.com/watch?v=dqMP...
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Mindful Cancer Care (w/ Dr. Linda Carlson) [re-post]
YouTube video by Conversations That Matter
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Honoured to be included as an #oncoinfluencer by @oncodaily.bsky.social!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 22/12/2024
First day on the ski slopes! Can’t beat that view! Happy #solstice everyone.
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Shocking! There is no place in life for guilt, especially when it comes to doing the things that bring you joy. Joyful people contribute infinite amounts of good to the world. Don’t ever forget it, and get out there and follow your bliss!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Want to learn about our work on #integrative oncology and #mindfulness in #cancer care? Here's a great podcast interview with me on these topics from the Mind and Life Institute: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqh3...
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Mind & Life Podcast: Linda Carlson – Mindfulness and Cancer
YouTube video by Mind & Life Institute
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Have you checked out my website? You can find over 200 publications there available for download by using the password: publications ucalgary.ca/people/linda...
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Publications by Year - Linda Carlson
Peer-Reviewed Articles, Books, & Book Chapters
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Good morning #canmore!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Run-o-the mill dog walk encounter with these big boys two days ago. Sparring bull #elk are an amazing sight! Sound on for this one.
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Here’s what I got up to on my lunch break today with a little #WildIce. Can’t complain about living in the Canadian #RockyMountains!
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Our book, #Mindfulness-Based #Cancer Recovery, offers a self-study program for people with cancer and their loved ones. It takes you through the full MBCR curriculum, based on the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program, with guided meditation scripts. Find it here: www.amazon.com/Mindfulness-...
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Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery: A Step-by-Step MBSR Approach to Help You Cope with Treatment and Reclaim Your Life
Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery: A Step-by-Step MBSR Approach to Help You Cope with Treatment and Reclaim Your Life [Carlson PhD RPsych, Linda, Speca PsyD RPsych, Michael, Segal PhD, Zindel V.] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery: A Step-by-Step MBSR Approach to Help You Cope with Treatment and Reclaim Your Life
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Have you seen the newly released 3rd edition of our book, the Art and Science of Mindfulness? Shauna Shapiro and I updated it fully and added a new author, Broderick Sawyer, for a fully-integrated DEI perspective. Check it out here: www.amazon.com/Art-Science-...
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The Art and Science of Mindfulness: Integrating Mindfulness Into the Helping Professions
Amazon.com: The Art and Science of Mindfulness: Integrating Mindfulness Into the Helping Professions: 9781433842733: Shapiro, Shauna L, Carlson, Linda E., Sawyer, Broderick A.: Books
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Linda E. Carlson, PhD, RPsych @linda-e-carlson.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Did you know Michael Speca and I offer an online (largely) self-directed facilitator training program in #mindfulness-based #cancer recovery? It includes recordings of real-world MBCR sessions, introductory videos, background material and monthly live Q&As. mbcr.thinkific.com/courses/mind...
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Mindfulness-Based Cancer Recovery (MBCR) Facilitator Training
Led by an expert authorized instructor, you will get trained in MBCR, an evidence-based scientifically tested and well-established mindfulness training program for cancer patients and their support network. Created by Linda Carlson and Michael Speca
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