Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Mississauga, ON
Tharsika Tharmasrirajah
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HonsBA, MA, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
I also value Mindfulness-Based Approaches that emphasize exploration and bring awareness to uncomfortable thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations.
As we travel on this life journey, we may face many challenges that require adapting and adjusting to life's changes. Therapy can help us understand these obstacles and learn new ways of overcoming them to create the life that we desire. My goal is to establish a collaborative, mutual therapeutic relationship of care, support and provide a nonjudgement space for my clients to recognize, share life experiences, and foster valuable coping skills. Together, we could identify the patterns limiting your life and develop tools to gain greater sense of clarity, and feelings of empowerment for positive change & reach self-awareness.
I also value Mindfulness-Based Approaches that emphasize exploration and bring awareness to uncomfortable thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations.
As we travel on this life journey, we may face many challenges that require adapting and adjusting to life's changes. Therapy can help us understand these obstacles and learn new ways of overcoming them to create the life that we desire. My goal is to establish a collaborative, mutual therapeutic relationship of care, support and provide a nonjudgement space for my clients to recognize, share life experiences, and foster valuable coping skills. Together, we could identify the patterns limiting your life and develop tools to gain greater sense of clarity, and feelings of empowerment for positive change & reach self-awareness.
Diana Da Conceição
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MFT , RP
Verified Verified
Mississauga, ON L5B (Online Only)
Some of the modalities I use include Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Bahavioural Therapy and more, depending on my clients' presenting concerns and goals.
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in children, parents, and families. With Over 12 years of experience working in children's mental health and being a mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, depression, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, adoption and attachment concerns, school issues, behavioral concerns, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of children and families.
Some of the modalities I use include Solution-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Bahavioural Therapy and more, depending on my clients' presenting concerns and goals.
I am a registered psychotherapist specializing in children, parents, and families. With Over 12 years of experience working in children's mental health and being a mother myself; I can guide you with compassion and extensive knowledge. I can support you and your family with different complex needs ranging from anxiety, depression, complex trauma, family conflict, low self-esteem, adoption and attachment concerns, school issues, behavioral concerns, and almost anything related to parenting and enhancing the wellbeing of children and families.
Anwar has an integrative approach towards therapy where she carefully draws from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models including cognitive behavioral approach, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness as well as relational & systemic frameworks and tailors to individual client's needs.
Dr. Afsheen Anwar is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist in Ontario and a member of CPA. She obtained her PhD in Psychology from Pakistan in 2012. From a Southeast-Asian, Muslim background, Dr. Anwar has been passionately involved with teaching, consulting & clinical practice since 2000 at a national & international level. She has over 23 years of clinical experience including assessment & therapy with individuals, couples & families, and has worked in both individual and group settings. She works with clients to address various issues including mood disturbances and anxiety, relationship conflict & personal growth.
Anwar has an integrative approach towards therapy where she carefully draws from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models including cognitive behavioral approach, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness as well as relational & systemic frameworks and tailors to individual client's needs.
Dr. Afsheen Anwar is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist in Ontario and a member of CPA. She obtained her PhD in Psychology from Pakistan in 2012. From a Southeast-Asian, Muslim background, Dr. Anwar has been passionately involved with teaching, consulting & clinical practice since 2000 at a national & international level. She has over 23 years of clinical experience including assessment & therapy with individuals, couples & families, and has worked in both individual and group settings. She works with clients to address various issues including mood disturbances and anxiety, relationship conflict & personal growth.
Marta Mackiw
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
I use an integrative approach, which is similar to using a toolbox with various types of therapeutic models including Narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based therapy.
I have been fortunate enough to find my passion in working with and helping others. Connecting with a therapist is a challenging first step, but it is often the first step towards discovery, growth, and change. I aspire to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to uncover their resiliency and explore skills that help them increase their ability to cope with life difficulties. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, self-esteem, domestic violence, communication problems, stress management, and life transitions.
I use an integrative approach, which is similar to using a toolbox with various types of therapeutic models including Narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based therapy.
I have been fortunate enough to find my passion in working with and helping others. Connecting with a therapist is a challenging first step, but it is often the first step towards discovery, growth, and change. I aspire to create a safe and comfortable space for clients to uncover their resiliency and explore skills that help them increase their ability to cope with life difficulties. I offer individual, couple, and family therapy for a wide variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management, self-esteem, domestic violence, communication problems, stress management, and life transitions.
I take an integrative approach, using evidence-based models such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and mindfulness to tailor therapy to my clients' needs.
I believe that awareness of self, thoughts and feelings are an essential aspect of one's well-being. My goal is to help my clients build resilience and achieve self-sufficiency. I enjoy working with adults (and young adults) struggling with life stressors or traumatic experiences and providing them with the skills and confidence to cope successfully. From my experience as a youth counsellor and a facilitator for family violence, I have acquired skills in helping individuals facing a broad range of mental health problems and life challenges.
I take an integrative approach, using evidence-based models such as cognitive-behavioural therapy and mindfulness to tailor therapy to my clients' needs.
I believe that awareness of self, thoughts and feelings are an essential aspect of one's well-being. My goal is to help my clients build resilience and achieve self-sufficiency. I enjoy working with adults (and young adults) struggling with life stressors or traumatic experiences and providing them with the skills and confidence to cope successfully. From my experience as a youth counsellor and a facilitator for family violence, I have acquired skills in helping individuals facing a broad range of mental health problems and life challenges.
I use an integrative approach and evidence-based treatments such as CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness and Motivational strategies, Attachment-and Trauma focused psychotherapy.
Life isn’t fair and it’s definitely not easy. No one should have to go through difficult life challenges alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Maybe you are not sure what to do next. I have over 25 years of experience in the assessment and treatment of children, teens and adults. As a licensed Clinical and Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist, my utmost goal is to make you feel safe, unjudged and listened. I thrive to provide a caring and welcoming environment. I have helped many people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality, OCD, Panic attacks, Health Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD and Autism.
I use an integrative approach and evidence-based treatments such as CBT, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness and Motivational strategies, Attachment-and Trauma focused psychotherapy.
Life isn’t fair and it’s definitely not easy. No one should have to go through difficult life challenges alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed or stuck. Maybe you are not sure what to do next. I have over 25 years of experience in the assessment and treatment of children, teens and adults. As a licensed Clinical and Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist, my utmost goal is to make you feel safe, unjudged and listened. I thrive to provide a caring and welcoming environment. I have helped many people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Borderline Personality, OCD, Panic attacks, Health Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, ADHD and Autism.
Dr. Jenna Cripps (she/her) earned her Ph.D. in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto, where she also completed her Master’s degree. Dr. Cripps’ primary theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) but she also integrates mindfulness-based interventions and acceptance and commitment therapy when appropriate. Treatment plans and goals are determined collaboratively and are tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Dr. Jenna Cripps (she/her) earned her Ph.D. in Clinical and Counselling Psychology at the University of Toronto, where she also completed her Master’s degree. Dr. Cripps’ primary theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) but she also integrates mindfulness-based interventions and acceptance and commitment therapy when appropriate. Treatment plans and goals are determined collaboratively and are tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Bothwell brings a cognitive-behavioural approach to therapy but also integrates mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy, and specific evidenced-based trauma treatment modalities when appropriate.
Dr. Kyla Bothwell completed her doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in traumatic stress psychology at Adler University in Chicago. Prior to starting at Sageview Health, Dr. Bothwell completed a post-doctoral fellowship in behavioral health consultation, which included work addressing a range of concerns related to mental health, substance use, and co-occurring medical conditions. She has trained and practiced in a variety of settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, and primary care medical clinics.
Bothwell brings a cognitive-behavioural approach to therapy but also integrates mindfulness-based interventions, acceptance and commitment therapy, and specific evidenced-based trauma treatment modalities when appropriate.
Dr. Kyla Bothwell completed her doctoral degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in traumatic stress psychology at Adler University in Chicago. Prior to starting at Sageview Health, Dr. Bothwell completed a post-doctoral fellowship in behavioral health consultation, which included work addressing a range of concerns related to mental health, substance use, and co-occurring medical conditions. She has trained and practiced in a variety of settings including hospitals, community mental health centers, and primary care medical clinics.
With over 15 years of specialized experience working with women, children, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma, I employ various approaches to healing including Trauma Informed Care, CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
With over 15 years of specialized experience working with women, children, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma, I employ various approaches to healing including Trauma Informed Care, CBT, Solution Focused and Mindfulness.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
Specializing in children, youth, adults, anxiety, depression and relationship issues, I primarily work from a CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness Approach.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am accepting new clients. My practice services individuals, children, youth, families, and groups. We provide psychotherapy to support emotional distress, but not limited to anxiety, lack of motivation, sadness or depression, grief, feeling overwhelmed, feeling stuck in your life and relationship issues. Taking the first step can be difficult, we understand. If you are struggling with mental health issues, the team at Support & Growth Counselling Services can help. We offer a variety of counselling and psychotherapy services to ensure that you and your loved ones can build happy and healthy lives.
I draw from a range of modalities, including Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Play and Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients.
As a vocational and mental health counselor, my mission is to provide highly effective, life-changing, and personalized care to my clients. I bring a unique perspective to work with culturally diverse populations, children, adults, and families. I am particularly skilled in vocational rehabilitation and pain management, helping clients who have been involved in workplace or motor vehicle accidents. I also provide guidance and counseling to those dealing with a range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, panic disorder, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and other life challenges.
I draw from a range of modalities, including Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Play and Narrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients.
As a vocational and mental health counselor, my mission is to provide highly effective, life-changing, and personalized care to my clients. I bring a unique perspective to work with culturally diverse populations, children, adults, and families. I am particularly skilled in vocational rehabilitation and pain management, helping clients who have been involved in workplace or motor vehicle accidents. I also provide guidance and counseling to those dealing with a range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, panic disorder, stress management, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and other life challenges.
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Navigating some of life's challenges is difficult to do alone however reaching out for support can be life-changing. When therapy feels safe, non-judgmental, and supportive, healing can take place. Our team supports clients by creating an empathic environment, uncovering the sources of difficulties, and providing individually-tailored coping strategies. We balance accepting clients as they are with promoting the positive changes and personal growth they seek. We integrate CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-based approaches as well as other evidence-based models of therapy.
Navigating some of life's challenges is difficult to do alone however reaching out for support can be life-changing. When therapy feels safe, non-judgmental, and supportive, healing can take place. Our team supports clients by creating an empathic environment, uncovering the sources of difficulties, and providing individually-tailored coping strategies. We balance accepting clients as they are with promoting the positive changes and personal growth they seek. We integrate CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-based approaches as well as other evidence-based models of therapy.
Nishith Pandya
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5J
His clinical approach is embedded within modalities such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Nishith has been working as a counsellor over the past 6 years. Nishith has worked with diverse populations experiencing mental health difficulties such as substance abuse, concurrent disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and mood disorders. Nishith operates through a client-centred approach, with a commitment to practice through an anti-oppression and non-judgmental framework. In practice, Nishith utilizes evidence-based practices whilst working collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.
His clinical approach is embedded within modalities such as Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Nishith has been working as a counsellor over the past 6 years. Nishith has worked with diverse populations experiencing mental health difficulties such as substance abuse, concurrent disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and mood disorders. Nishith operates through a client-centred approach, with a commitment to practice through an anti-oppression and non-judgmental framework. In practice, Nishith utilizes evidence-based practices whilst working collaboratively with clients to achieve their therapeutic goals.
Welcome! I am Shelley Rush a Registered Psychotherapist and Director of Rush & Associates. I am committed to collaboratively assessing your current situation. My goal is to help individuals, couples and groups work towards empowering themselves in the process of change and understanding. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. I am trained in CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and DBT. I use an integrated model helping you to develop an individual plan that suits your needs.
Welcome! I am Shelley Rush a Registered Psychotherapist and Director of Rush & Associates. I am committed to collaboratively assessing your current situation. My goal is to help individuals, couples and groups work towards empowering themselves in the process of change and understanding. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. I am trained in CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and DBT. I use an integrated model helping you to develop an individual plan that suits your needs.
Maheen Iqbal
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z (Online Only)
I like to use an integrative approach, drawing from frameworks such as cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic and mindfulness-based therapies.
As individuals on our own unique journeys, we are constantly faced with new challenges, experiences and emotions. While this can be very exciting, it can also be accompanied by some difficult moments. My goal is to help you learn and grow by providing you with the skills and resources needed to successfully navigate the ups and downs of life. I will work alongside you in collaborative manner to identify your strengths and gain the tools needed to navigate life's challenges.
I like to use an integrative approach, drawing from frameworks such as cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic and mindfulness-based therapies.
As individuals on our own unique journeys, we are constantly faced with new challenges, experiences and emotions. While this can be very exciting, it can also be accompanied by some difficult moments. My goal is to help you learn and grow by providing you with the skills and resources needed to successfully navigate the ups and downs of life. I will work alongside you in collaborative manner to identify your strengths and gain the tools needed to navigate life's challenges.
Traci Morson
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc , OCGC, RP (Q), MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
By using cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness, we’ll put together a plan that will suit you the best.
Life is hard. Reaching out to get counselling can be hard too. Yet here you are taking the first step to getting the support you deserve. That is an incredible sign of bravery and hope! My goal will be to work together in order to empower and enhance that strength and resilience already within. Through a non-judgmental, holistic, and client-centered approach, I want to support you to your goals – whatever they may be. Maybe you don't know just yet what you're looking for either, and that's ok, we can still work together to figure out which path you want to take.
By using cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness, we’ll put together a plan that will suit you the best.
Life is hard. Reaching out to get counselling can be hard too. Yet here you are taking the first step to getting the support you deserve. That is an incredible sign of bravery and hope! My goal will be to work together in order to empower and enhance that strength and resilience already within. Through a non-judgmental, holistic, and client-centered approach, I want to support you to your goals – whatever they may be. Maybe you don't know just yet what you're looking for either, and that's ok, we can still work together to figure out which path you want to take.
With commitment to continuous learning & evidence-based approaches I use an array of therapies such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, emotional regulation & crisis intervention to best meet your needs.
Welcome to Coastal Therapy, where your journey to healing and growth begins. I'm here to support you in finding resilience and happiness through compassionate therapy. My experience includes working in diverse therapeutic settings with individuals living with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and personally disorders and many more. Additionally, I have worked at the Women’s Mental Health Clinic alongside psychiatrists focusing on perinatal & postpartum depression providing one-on-one therapy as well as facilitating group-based therapy.
With commitment to continuous learning & evidence-based approaches I use an array of therapies such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, emotional regulation & crisis intervention to best meet your needs.
Welcome to Coastal Therapy, where your journey to healing and growth begins. I'm here to support you in finding resilience and happiness through compassionate therapy. My experience includes working in diverse therapeutic settings with individuals living with various mental health diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and personally disorders and many more. Additionally, I have worked at the Women’s Mental Health Clinic alongside psychiatrists focusing on perinatal & postpartum depression providing one-on-one therapy as well as facilitating group-based therapy.
Zaeema integrates a variety of modalities for treatment including Accelerated Resolution therapy, Cognitive Behavior, Mindfulness, Solution focused and client centered approaches to develop and implement short and long-term goals in collaboration with the clients and help them meet their needs.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Zaeema Ahmad is a skilled professional in the field of mental health (academics and clinical practice) with 20+ years of work experience. She holds a PhD degree in Clinical Psychology and has expertise in providing psychotherapy and counselling to adults, youth and couples experiencing diverse range of challenges. She works with clients experiencing challenges associated with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, anger management, self-esteem, parenting, etc
Zaeema integrates a variety of modalities for treatment including Accelerated Resolution therapy, Cognitive Behavior, Mindfulness, Solution focused and client centered approaches to develop and implement short and long-term goals in collaboration with the clients and help them meet their needs.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Zaeema Ahmad is a skilled professional in the field of mental health (academics and clinical practice) with 20+ years of work experience. She holds a PhD degree in Clinical Psychology and has expertise in providing psychotherapy and counselling to adults, youth and couples experiencing diverse range of challenges. She works with clients experiencing challenges associated with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, anger management, self-esteem, parenting, etc
Natalia Oporska
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4W (Online Only)
I use strengths-based and trauma informed approaches as well as a number of therapeutic modalities along with drawing from Art Therapy, somatic (body) work, and mindfulness practices.
As we know, challenging and difficult experiences have significant impacts on the quality of our lives, and they can also lead to meaningful change. It is important to me that you feel heard, supported, and empowered in this process. By cultivating a safe, non-judgmental, and individually tailored space, I hope to help you build healthy and authentic connections with yourself and others, help you uncover and understand emotional and behavioural patterns, underlying perceptions and beliefs, and help connect you to your emotions and body, so you can attain your goals and lead your most authentic life.
I use strengths-based and trauma informed approaches as well as a number of therapeutic modalities along with drawing from Art Therapy, somatic (body) work, and mindfulness practices.
As we know, challenging and difficult experiences have significant impacts on the quality of our lives, and they can also lead to meaningful change. It is important to me that you feel heard, supported, and empowered in this process. By cultivating a safe, non-judgmental, and individually tailored space, I hope to help you build healthy and authentic connections with yourself and others, help you uncover and understand emotional and behavioural patterns, underlying perceptions and beliefs, and help connect you to your emotions and body, so you can attain your goals and lead your most authentic life.
Hafsa Rafique
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5L
By threading mindfulness techniques throughout our sessions, I aim to help clients gain valuable insight into their underlying patterns and behaviors.
Accepting New Clients! My approach to therapy is based on empathy, kindness, and respect. It’s important to me to provide clients with a safe and supportive space, where they feel empowered to address their concerns and work towards positive change in their lives. My expertise lies in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and I also incorporate tools from Art Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to further empower my clients.
By threading mindfulness techniques throughout our sessions, I aim to help clients gain valuable insight into their underlying patterns and behaviors.
Accepting New Clients! My approach to therapy is based on empathy, kindness, and respect. It’s important to me to provide clients with a safe and supportive space, where they feel empowered to address their concerns and work towards positive change in their lives. My expertise lies in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and I also incorporate tools from Art Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to further empower my clients.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.