Ray James - The Mindful Life Guide

Ray James - The Mindful Life Guide Mindful Life Guide, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapist (MBCT), Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher.

I offer Life Guidance to aid you in obtaining greater clarity in life and support you to become more attuned with your true authentic self. Life Focus sessions can assist you to live in harmony with life - whatever life brings. My academic qualifications include a PhD, an MSc in Cognitive Psychotherapy, an MA in Applied Ethics in Social Welfare, a BA (Hons) in Psychology, a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and a CertED in Further & Higher Education. I also hold qualifications in a range of professional and holistic practices including Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Meridian Psychotherapy, Gestalt Counselling, Grief Counselling, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy, Jungian Therapy & Shadow Work Mastery, Holistic Pain Management, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Life Coaching, Reconstructive Energy Balancing

As well as my work as a Therapist, Holistic Practitioner and Spiritual Mentor, I run the OPAL Meditation and Retreat Centre and teach on a number of nationally accredited qualification courses for holistic practitioners and therapists. I also teach Meditation and Mindfulness to groups and on a one to one basis. My Professional Affiliations:
I am a member of the Association for Contextual Behavioural Science (ACBS), the British Holistic Medical Association (BHMA) and accredited by the International Institute of Complimentary Therapists (IICT) to deliver IICT approved courses for therapists.

16/09/2025

9/15/5 in front of Rhemann - Cheboygan (day #5222, sidewalk #5664)

If you're in or around the Ballyhaunis area and have 9 to 13 year olds, they may be interested in attending this worksho...
25/08/2025

If you're in or around the Ballyhaunis area and have 9 to 13 year olds, they may be interested in attending this workshop.

It's being run by Ballyhaunis Family Resourcee Centre

Aged between 9/13 interested learning about programming & micro bits. Places limited book early don’t be disappointed. Ballyhaunis Life

I'm looking forward to facilitating the "Mindful Living" events at The OPAL Centre in September and October 🙂
25/08/2025

I'm looking forward to facilitating the "Mindful Living" events at The OPAL Centre in September and October 🙂

Are you seeking more balance in life. Whether it be "Work / Life" balance or trying to create a calmer life balance in general, our "Mindful Living" workshops and events may be of interest to you. Please contact us for more information.

30/07/2025
26/06/2025

Pleased to be back at Crane Bird in Mullingar tomorrow morning. It's a delightful venue where I offer one to one sessions and group workshops. I will be there between 11am and 2pm tomorrow. So if you would like to find out more about Mindfulness, how it can support you in living more fully in the present moment and manage lifes challenges, you are welcome to call in and find out about the upcoming events I am planning 🙂. Or if you prefer, I can send you some information. Just PM me through Facebook or send me an email rsj@opal.ie

How about adopting this practice for 2025?I welcome your comments
26/12/2024

How about adopting this practice for 2025?
I welcome your comments

08/12/2024

You know those "New Year resolutions" that we make but seldom keep? Do you want to become more focused and connected with life? Come along to our New Year Sound Bath Meditation session on Friday 31st January and set your intentions for 2025 to be more present in each moment.
Limited numbers of places available so advance booking is essential to ensure your place is secure.

One of the fundamental teachings of Mindfulness practice is to show Love and compassion in all that we do. The Sidewalk...
27/11/2024

One of the fundamental teachings of Mindfulness practice is to show Love and compassion in all that we do.
The Sidewalk Chalk Project does this in such an insightful way, chalking positive, motivational and thoughtful messages on sidewalks / pavements everyday.
I'm not suggesting you should do the same (but of course you can if you wish 😉).
However, Sidewalk Chalk Project's post has inspired me to ask the question "in what ways can we "do love"? I welcome your comments and suggestions on ways we can actively show love and compassion in what we do.

Thank you to Sidewalk Project for all that you do ❤️

11/26/24 in front of Tails & Scales Pet Shop - Cheboygan (day #4928, sidewalk #5358)

For those in and around the Mullingar area. Crane Bird are offering Meditation & Mindfulness workshops, classes, circles...
13/08/2024

For those in and around the Mullingar area.
Crane Bird are offering Meditation & Mindfulness workshops, classes, circles and activities.

Creative Wellness Art 🌸🌸🌸

Meditation & Mindfulness Workshops / Circles / Classes & Activities
For kids, teens & Adults

For all in the Mullingar area......Mindfulness workshops, classes and activities are being organised at Crane Bird Pearc...
03/08/2024

For all in the Mullingar area......
Mindfulness workshops, classes and activities are being organised at Crane Bird Pearce Street Mullingar.
Please see the shared post below for details

Practising mindfulness can help kids, teens & adults learn how to manage stress, regulate their emotions, focus on the task at hand, and develop a positive outlook on life.

Meditation & Mindfulness classes/ sessions/ circles & activities.
Under the guidance of qualified & trained professionals.
At
Contact 085 187 5458

Creativity has strong links to well-being. It can help reduce anxiety, stress, quiet your mind chatter and aid you to b...
03/08/2024

Creativity has strong links to well-being. It can help reduce anxiety, stress, quiet your mind chatter and aid you to be more present in the moment.
We all have creative abilities. If you have doubt or mind talk about your creative abilities, the team at Crane Bird are great at helping you to discover them.

Join us!
We are here all year: a whole year of art @


Step into the world of textiles art with us in an atmosphere that is both fun and friendly.

We are not just art teachers. We are passionate guides on your creative journey.

Join us and let's create and explore together!

Textiles Art Club is under the guidance of qualified & trained professionals.

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The OPAL Centre, Dunamon
Roscommon
F42NX33

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
6:30pm - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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+353831120044

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Ray James - Cognitive Therapist

About Me

I am a qualified cognitive psychotherapist (MSc), Mindfulness life guide and holistic practitioner with over thirty five years of experience in the field of therapeutic practice, supporting others to achieve their full potential.

As well as my work as a Therapist, Holistic Practitioner and Spiritual Mentor, I run the OPAL Meditation and Retreat Centre and teach on a number of nationally accredited qualification courses for holistic practitioners and therapists. I also teach Meditation and Mindfulness to groups and on a one to one basis.

My work as a Therapist & Life Coach