Learn how to reduce stress and enhance health through either of two Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs beginning this month. Conducted by the nonprofit Hearts’ Path to Mindful Living, Inc., the eight-week, internationally recognized MBSR programs include a free orientation session.

The Terraces, in Fort Myers, offers orientation at 6 p.m., September 8, with classes starting September 22. The Cape Coral Wellness Center (CCWC) offers orientation at 7 p.m., September 14, with classes beginning September 21.

Seven of the programs’ weekly sessions—combining meditation, gentle stretching and other healing techniques—are two-and-a-half to three hours in duration. Each program will also include one all-day Saturday session.

Hearts’ Path teachers have been trained by the University of Massachusetts’ Medical Center’s Center for Mindfulness. Financial assistance and special payment plans are available.

Fee for each program: $350 by orientation date; $395 after orientation. Locations: Terraces, 8660 College Pkwy., #160; CCWC, 609 S.E. 13th Court. For more info or reservations, call Sylvia DiLorenzo at 239-768-1458 or Mary Robinson at 239-277-0646. Also visit www.PathToMindfulness.org.