Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy for the Chronic Pain-early Cognitive Decline Co-morbidity Among Older Black Individuals in the Community; The Feeling of Being Open Pilot

Inclusion Criteria: * Older adult (age ≥ 50) * All individuals who identify with one or more nationalities or ethnic groups originating in any of the Black racial groups of Africa * Pain in muscles, joints, bones, or associated soft tissues (NRS\>4) lasting longer than 3 months * Early Cognitive Decline (subjective or MCI) * Telephone Interview for Cognitive Status-41 score ≥ 26 * Functional Activities Questionnaire score \< 9 * English fluency/literacy * Ability and willingness to participate via in-person and video * Willing to provide informed consent and comply with all aspects of the protocol Exclusion Criteria: * Current substance abuse/dependence * Significant cognitive impairment * History of more than 8 sessions of cognitive-behavioral therapy * History of previous training in mindfulness or undergoing counseling more than once a month * History of or current diagnosis of psychosis * Active suicidal ideation or self-harm within the past 90 days