The goal of this single group pre-post-study is to test the possibility of self-monitoring with shared medical appointments program for lifestyle education in improving blood pressure (BP) of patients with uncontrolled hypertension. The main questions it aims to address is: 1. To assess if patients with uncontrolled hypertension and their physicians will be interested in trying a program that includes self-monitoring with 6-week support for lifestyle changes and coping skills to improve BP and hypertension control. 2. To assess if patients with uncontrolled hypertension can safely participate in a program that includes self-monitoring with 6-week support for lifestyle changes and coping skills to improve their BP and ability to self-manage hypertension Participants will: * Send self-reports of their home BPs, diet, physical activity and emotions * Attend 6-week education program of lifestyle changes and coping skills delivered by physicians, holistic psychotherapists and yoga therapists.
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Percentage of patients with uncontrolled hypertension referred or self-referred for self-monitoring and lifestyle education program by physicians or patient self-referrals
Timeframe: Up to 10 months