About Esen Sekerkarar
Born in 1977, Esen is a Wellbeing Consultant working mainly with corporations. She is a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) trainer, and the founder of Mindfulness Hub. She obtained her accredited qualification as an MBSR teacher from the University of Massachusetts Medical School, where the trademarked program was founded. She is also a Certified MBSR teacher by the Mindfulness Center at Brown University in the USA.
In her consultations and services, Esen uses the proven approaches of the MBSR program. She is also trained in “Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness” by the Oxford University Mindfulness Centre and experienced in delivering this approach into her services.
Esen is also trained in teaching mindfulness to children. She completed her “.b” training at Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP) in London, which is a non-profit organisation operating in the field of mental health in the UK, and delivers .b curriculum to 11-18-year-olds in schools, and other educational youth-related organisations.
Background
Esen has been a public speaker since 2002, delivering lectures at conferences around the world. Her work was recognised in 2004 when FATE Magazine named her among the 100 most influential people in her field. Over the years, she has shared her insights as a guest on radio shows and podcasts, and she has had the opportunity to brief state representatives on matters of global awareness, contributing to broader discussions on key topics.
In addition to public speaking, Esen has experience organising conferences and workshops, both nationally and internationally, for audiences ranging from 100 to 2,500 participants. These events have featured a diverse range of speakers, including researchers, scientists, authors, journalists, and educators. She also co-wrote a weekly documentary television programme that was broadcast on a national channel. Beyond events and media, Esen has contributed articles to various international magazines and journals, adding to discussions in her area of expertise.
Having lived and worked in countries such as the USA, Türkiye, Switzerland, Denmark, the UK, and Portugal, Esen has developed a strong understanding of working across different cultural and social contexts. Before settling in London, she managed a psychology clinic in Denmark, offering mindfulness services and creating training programmes for companies, institutions, and individuals.
Esen continues to provide her services internationally, drawing on her diverse experiences to support a wide range of communities and organisations.
Some Notable Collaborations
Esen has extensive experience, not only in teaching mindfulness, but also adapting mindfulness-based approaches into different concepts and environments.
Mental Health & Anxiety Support at Events
One example is her collaboration with MCM Comic Con, the world’s largest comic convention, in a social responsibility project for several years. Known as the “Met Gala of the comic world,” the event attracts thousands of visitors daily, creating a vibrant but often overwhelming atmosphere. Recognising the potential for anxiety in such a high-energy setting, Esen provided mindfulness support to attendees who were experiencing stress or anxiety. Through guided practices and personalised support, she helped individuals find moments of calm and regain emotional balance, ensuring they could fully enjoy the event without being overwhelmed by its intensity.
Pioneering Mindfulness Support for Fertility Treatment Patients
From 2021 to 2023, Esen collaborated with the IVF Department at Acibadem Kozyatagi Hospital, one of Türkiye’s most prestigious medical institutions. She offered mindfulness interventions to support IVF patients through the emotional and stressful challenges of their treatments. This partnership marked a significant milestone, as it was the first mindfulness-based project to be implemented within a Turkish hospital ever.
Esen continues to collaborate with Professor Ficicioglu, the head of the IVF department, to provide ongoing mindfulness support to patients. By integrating mindfulness tools, Esen helps patients manage stress, promote emotional wellbeing, and navigate the complex psychological aspects of fertility treatment, providing them with tools to enhance their mental resilience during this often challenging journey.
Content Creation for Brands & Corporate Events
Esen also collaborated with Allergan. She created video content for the brand’s Instagram and YouTube accounts, where she shared practical mindfulness tips monthly for the brand’s followers that could be easily implemented in daily life. This collaboration lasted for one year, with one video content piece for each month. Esen also supported the Allergan team on another project called ‘Higher and Together’ through training she conducted to prepare the team for an upcoming intense period ahead and provided them with practical tools to handle challenges during such periods.
Esen has since conducted similar training programs for numerous other brands, helping their teams build resilience, manage pressure, and foster a mindful approach to both professional and personal challenges. She continues to collaborate with businesses and brands.
Organisational Wellbeing Consultancy & Mental Health in the Workplace
Esen’s main focus is fostering an employee-centric culture and conscious business for which she works actively with firms offering Organisational Wellbeing and Human Resources Consulting in the areas of mindful leadership, conscious recruitment, employee wellbeing, individual mentoring, mental and emotional support and work-life balance solutions. She works with a diverse range of clients, including both national and international companies such as Dyson, Leo Pharma, Peakon, L’Oréal, Starbucks, Le Pain Quotidien, The Body Shop, Allergan and more.
Esen provides her services on an international scale, offering both in-person and online consultations tailored to the unique needs of each organisation. Her approach helps businesses cultivate a healthier, more mindful work environment, where employees thrive and are empowered to perform at their best, both professionally and personally.
Mindfulness Retreats and Wellness Programs
Esen extends her expertise beyond individual sessions by collaborating with travel agencies, event organisers, and wellness centres to create transformative experiences. She designs and leads both short-term and long-term mindfulness retreats on an international scale, supporting emotional balance, fostering self-discovery, and promoting holistic wellness.
Brown University Teacher Recognition for Certified MBSR Teachers
Esen is recognised as a Certified MBSR Teacher by the Brown University Mindfulness Center and is listed in the MBSR Teacher Directory of the Global Mindfulness Collaborative.
You can click here to view the full list of Certified MBSR Teachers around the world: https://globalmindfulnesscollaborative.org/mbsr-teacher-directory
