Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Lake Balboa, CA
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Aside from traditional talk therapy, I am trained in using Voice Dialogue, NARM, TF-CBT, dream work, Gestalt Therapy, and mindfulness.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
Aside from traditional talk therapy, I am trained in using Voice Dialogue, NARM, TF-CBT, dream work, Gestalt Therapy, and mindfulness.
Nobody’s childhood dream was to grow up and feel overwhelmed, alone, stuck or unworthy. I aim to help individuals heal from trauma-related issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship/family issues. If you find yourself living without a navigation system to understand emotional terrain or trauma that impacts your well-being; you are not alone. All of us go through rough patches in our lives. My approach is specific to meet your unique needs in a safe and non-judgemental space.
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Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences that often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
Has trauma, anxiety, or depression interfered with the potential to become the best version of yourself? We often feel defined by traumatic or emotionally difficult experiences that often leave us feeling stuck in place rather than moving forward towards our goals. I’m here to provide a safe, affirming space for you to develop an understanding of yourself to overcome past experiences or fears that define you. Our work together will be met with unconditional acceptance, creative approaches, and the utmost compassion.
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Justine Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Navigating life's challenges is never easy, but reaching out for help is a brave first step to living a more genuine and fulfilling life. I have expertise in working with individuals struggling with childhood trauma and trauma-related symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relational conflict. I believe every client is unique and deserves to be listened to and understood in an empathetic way. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative and judgment-free space where clients can attain new insights, experience new feelings, and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.
Navigating life's challenges is never easy, but reaching out for help is a brave first step to living a more genuine and fulfilling life. I have expertise in working with individuals struggling with childhood trauma and trauma-related symptoms such as grief, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relational conflict. I believe every client is unique and deserves to be listened to and understood in an empathetic way. I am passionate about creating a safe, kind, collaborative and judgment-free space where clients can attain new insights, experience new feelings, and find a renewed sense of physical and mental well-being.
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Dr. Reena Becerra
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Balboa, CA 91406 (Online Only)
You are looking to ease the pain. You have been through so much that it's hard to continue to be strong in this moment. You long to feel understood, have peaceful and easy relationships and to leave toxic people and behaviors behind. It would be so nice to feel whole again.. to smile and feel like you are living your truth. You want to have meaning in your life and respectful relationships and to let go of all that is holding you back. It is possible to have the life you desire, complete with healthy communication, self care and the happiness and empowerment that you deserve. Let me help you feel like life makes more sense.
You are looking to ease the pain. You have been through so much that it's hard to continue to be strong in this moment. You long to feel understood, have peaceful and easy relationships and to leave toxic people and behaviors behind. It would be so nice to feel whole again.. to smile and feel like you are living your truth. You want to have meaning in your life and respectful relationships and to let go of all that is holding you back. It is possible to have the life you desire, complete with healthy communication, self care and the happiness and empowerment that you deserve. Let me help you feel like life makes more sense.
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Danielle Cutler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lake Balboa, CA 91406
Not accepting new clients
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified ADHD Professional. I work through a depth-psychology lens to pinpoint and heal developmental and trauma wounds by identifying unconscious/subconscious thoughts that create the symptoms that lead you to therapy. Meanwhile, I simultaneously provide knowledge and tools to empower and guide you to discovery of your true Self. During the pandemic I experienced and then trained in brainspotting, which I use in person, online, and over the phone to nuke the source of stubborn symptoms that have not responded to traditional talk therapy.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a Certified ADHD Professional. I work through a depth-psychology lens to pinpoint and heal developmental and trauma wounds by identifying unconscious/subconscious thoughts that create the symptoms that lead you to therapy. Meanwhile, I simultaneously provide knowledge and tools to empower and guide you to discovery of your true Self. During the pandemic I experienced and then trained in brainspotting, which I use in person, online, and over the phone to nuke the source of stubborn symptoms that have not responded to traditional talk therapy.
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Makeda Abraham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Van Nuys, CA 91316 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My focus as a therapist is always on providing a safe , non-judgmental and collaborative environment for my client to be seen, heard and understood . I truly believe that self-knowledge and self-awareness are the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves. My practice intersects traditional clinical training as a licensed psychotherapist with mindfulness based interventions and a mind- body-spirit centered approach. I honor the unique path of each client I work with.
My focus as a therapist is always on providing a safe , non-judgmental and collaborative environment for my client to be seen, heard and understood . I truly believe that self-knowledge and self-awareness are the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves. My practice intersects traditional clinical training as a licensed psychotherapist with mindfulness based interventions and a mind- body-spirit centered approach. I honor the unique path of each client I work with.
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She is Trained in Mindfulness Facilitation (TMF) from the Mindfulness Awareness Research Center (MARC) and completed a three-year postdoctoral training in neurodevelopment, psychodiagnostic and Autism evaluations at UCLA.
A full service psychology practice addressing wide-range of mental health difficulties through evaluations, individual or couples therapy. To treat difficulties, we use evidence-based evaluations and therapeutic interventions. When emotional difficulties impact certain areas of your life, you may need an evaluation to address impaired areas of your life, such as: Disability Evaluations (Employment), Emotional Support Animal Evaluations (Residence), Psychological Assessments (Academic, Accommodations, Diagnostic Clarification), Immigration Evaluations (Extreme hardship waivers, cancellation, asylum, VAWA, U visa, and T visa).
She is Trained in Mindfulness Facilitation (TMF) from the Mindfulness Awareness Research Center (MARC) and completed a three-year postdoctoral training in neurodevelopment, psychodiagnostic and Autism evaluations at UCLA.
A full service psychology practice addressing wide-range of mental health difficulties through evaluations, individual or couples therapy. To treat difficulties, we use evidence-based evaluations and therapeutic interventions. When emotional difficulties impact certain areas of your life, you may need an evaluation to address impaired areas of your life, such as: Disability Evaluations (Employment), Emotional Support Animal Evaluations (Residence), Psychological Assessments (Academic, Accommodations, Diagnostic Clarification), Immigration Evaluations (Extreme hardship waivers, cancellation, asylum, VAWA, U visa, and T visa).
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Shaida Shirazian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 91335
Through a holistic approach, I integrate evidence-based interventions and mindfulness techniques tailored to your needs.
Are you feeling disconnected from life's flow, noticing your usual coping methods falling short? It's a common journey, and you've taken the brave step to seek support. Here, you're in a safe haven, where your thoughts are welcomed without judgment. Let's work together to unlock your inner resilience and equip you with new tools for life's hurdles. You deserve a compassionate guide on your path to renewed empowerment. Let's embark on this journey together.
Through a holistic approach, I integrate evidence-based interventions and mindfulness techniques tailored to your needs.
Are you feeling disconnected from life's flow, noticing your usual coping methods falling short? It's a common journey, and you've taken the brave step to seek support. Here, you're in a safe haven, where your thoughts are welcomed without judgment. Let's work together to unlock your inner resilience and equip you with new tools for life's hurdles. You deserve a compassionate guide on your path to renewed empowerment. Let's embark on this journey together.
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Marica Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 91335
I believe that therapy is a truly personal experience. The decision to seek support is a courageous one. As your therapist, I feel the privilege of being allowed into your life in a way that you may have not allowed others to be. My approach is customized to each of my clients because each one of us is on our own personal journey. My treatments are rooted in psychodynamic, humanistic, and family systems theories. Based on your individual goals and needs, I may integrate mindfulness-based interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or trauma focused therapy. I am an EMDR trained therapist and current member of EMDRIA.
I believe that therapy is a truly personal experience. The decision to seek support is a courageous one. As your therapist, I feel the privilege of being allowed into your life in a way that you may have not allowed others to be. My approach is customized to each of my clients because each one of us is on our own personal journey. My treatments are rooted in psychodynamic, humanistic, and family systems theories. Based on your individual goals and needs, I may integrate mindfulness-based interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or trauma focused therapy. I am an EMDR trained therapist and current member of EMDRIA.
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Sharen H Zadeh, LMFT, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316 (Online Only)
My priority as a therapist is to provide my clients with a safe, trusting and nurturing environment so they feel heard, seen, understood and supported in their therapeutic journey. I am passionate about empowering individuals to be the best versions of themselves, reach their goals and live a rich, meaningful and fulfilling life. The modalities I employ are eclectic and depends on the needs of the client. I incorporate the principles of Positive Psychology and also utilize Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness as my primary modalities.
My priority as a therapist is to provide my clients with a safe, trusting and nurturing environment so they feel heard, seen, understood and supported in their therapeutic journey. I am passionate about empowering individuals to be the best versions of themselves, reach their goals and live a rich, meaningful and fulfilling life. The modalities I employ are eclectic and depends on the needs of the client. I incorporate the principles of Positive Psychology and also utilize Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness as my primary modalities.
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Kristen Baird-Goldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR, CCSP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91316
Waitlist for new clients
It is a challenging and exhilarating task to undertake the journey to know oneself fully and to experience all parts of yourself. We each have a unique story and it is my privilege and honor to bear witness to yours. I provide individual, couples, adolescent/teen psychotherapy & art therapy services as well as Mindfulness and Neurofeedback to those who are trying to work through life's challenges. My specializations are in adult and adolescent ADHD, Gifted & Talented (Twice Exceptional), Anxiety, Postpartum Mood Disorders and Women's Issues. Free 30 min. phone consultation to determine if this is the right fit for you.
It is a challenging and exhilarating task to undertake the journey to know oneself fully and to experience all parts of yourself. We each have a unique story and it is my privilege and honor to bear witness to yours. I provide individual, couples, adolescent/teen psychotherapy & art therapy services as well as Mindfulness and Neurofeedback to those who are trying to work through life's challenges. My specializations are in adult and adolescent ADHD, Gifted & Talented (Twice Exceptional), Anxiety, Postpartum Mood Disorders and Women's Issues. Free 30 min. phone consultation to determine if this is the right fit for you.
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I am Dr. Jennifer Nevitt and I am a licensed psychologist in California. I think that clients can benefit from permanent change by using several approaches, but mostly about how we think about our situation, our future, and actually changing the way our brain is wired to get the best results using positive psychology that helps us see the world in a positive way, and respond to stress differently as soon as treatment begins. I use several approaches when providing psychotherapy. I am trained in psychodynamic, family systems, mindfulness, client-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, and more.
I am Dr. Jennifer Nevitt and I am a licensed psychologist in California. I think that clients can benefit from permanent change by using several approaches, but mostly about how we think about our situation, our future, and actually changing the way our brain is wired to get the best results using positive psychology that helps us see the world in a positive way, and respond to stress differently as soon as treatment begins. I use several approaches when providing psychotherapy. I am trained in psychodynamic, family systems, mindfulness, client-centered, cognitive behavioral therapy, and more.
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I offer Solution Focus Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Grounding techniques, and other evidence-based practices.
Hello, my name is Tamekia Flanngan, also known as Mika. I am LCSW with a diverse and broad background working with many populations, such as adults, seniors, the disabled, families, teens, and children for many years. I believe there is always hope, and each patient has the innate ability to create their own narrative. My overall goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment to find reasonable solutions to overwhelming and everyday challenges. I am open, transparent and patient to the needs of all of my clients.
I offer Solution Focus Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Grounding techniques, and other evidence-based practices.
Hello, my name is Tamekia Flanngan, also known as Mika. I am LCSW with a diverse and broad background working with many populations, such as adults, seniors, the disabled, families, teens, and children for many years. I believe there is always hope, and each patient has the innate ability to create their own narrative. My overall goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment to find reasonable solutions to overwhelming and everyday challenges. I am open, transparent and patient to the needs of all of my clients.
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Hi, my name is Kathleen Vang and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma using a Client-Centered Approach with interventions from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness. I aim to support my clients in learning more about themselves, making progress, and increasing their mental wellness. My communication style is calm, personable, and understanding in order to create a judgment-free zone and have my clients feel safe and comfortable sharing with me.
Hi, my name is Kathleen Vang and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Fresno, California, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma using a Client-Centered Approach with interventions from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness. I aim to support my clients in learning more about themselves, making progress, and increasing their mental wellness. My communication style is calm, personable, and understanding in order to create a judgment-free zone and have my clients feel safe and comfortable sharing with me.
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Eugenia Buerklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Encino, CA 91316 (Online Only)
Drawing upon my 20+ years as a life coach and intuitive healer, I integrate mindfulness, expressive arts, and somatic, transpersonal and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches.
Creating a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment in which to engage in a deep, authentic healing process is my intention. Anxiety, depression, and other painful issues, often have their roots in developmental wounding and/or trauma. I help you get to the causes of your pain and patterns that no longer serve you. Mindfulness and somatic resourcing allow you to experience relief (and rewire your brain) while safely navigating and processing the past. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationships, career, self-esteem, and auto-immune, pain and other somatic challenges. I offer individual, couples therapy, groups, workshops, and retreats.
Drawing upon my 20+ years as a life coach and intuitive healer, I integrate mindfulness, expressive arts, and somatic, transpersonal and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches.
Creating a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment in which to engage in a deep, authentic healing process is my intention. Anxiety, depression, and other painful issues, often have their roots in developmental wounding and/or trauma. I help you get to the causes of your pain and patterns that no longer serve you. Mindfulness and somatic resourcing allow you to experience relief (and rewire your brain) while safely navigating and processing the past. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationships, career, self-esteem, and auto-immune, pain and other somatic challenges. I offer individual, couples therapy, groups, workshops, and retreats.
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I use Best Practices such as CBT and Mindfulness for depression and anxiety, and for a deeper dive into relationships or developing creative potential, or coping with illness, I also employ Psychodynamic therapy.
Is depression or anxiety affecting your relationships or job? Do you need help developing your creative potential? Are you coping with illness? Using my experience as a UCLA family medicine psychologist and a published author/creative writing instructor, I've helped countless people navigate relationships, jobs, cope with illness, or launch their writing careers. I am uniquely equipped to help women, writers, and the chronically ill client. As a graduate of Howard University, I was trained to treat culturally diverse clients. Using a combination of CBT and Psychodynamic therapies, I treat adolescents, adults, and couples.
I use Best Practices such as CBT and Mindfulness for depression and anxiety, and for a deeper dive into relationships or developing creative potential, or coping with illness, I also employ Psychodynamic therapy.
Is depression or anxiety affecting your relationships or job? Do you need help developing your creative potential? Are you coping with illness? Using my experience as a UCLA family medicine psychologist and a published author/creative writing instructor, I've helped countless people navigate relationships, jobs, cope with illness, or launch their writing careers. I am uniquely equipped to help women, writers, and the chronically ill client. As a graduate of Howard University, I was trained to treat culturally diverse clients. Using a combination of CBT and Psychodynamic therapies, I treat adolescents, adults, and couples.
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Ashley (Jennifer Ashley) T. Booth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 91335 (Online Only)
My approach blends mind-body awareness, mindfulness, transpersonal and existential psychology, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
The future of psychotherapy is with psychedelics. I have dedicated my life to bringing these tools above ground. I come to this meaningful work with integrity, heartfelt curiosity, and humility after witnessing how transformative psychedelics can be for individuals. I see healing and human connection as an essential aspect of what’s needed for our planet right now and nothing gives me more joy than to see people discovering their vitality and passion for life again. I currently work with ketamine and I also offer support to individuals dabbling with psychedelics and microdosing, providing risk reduction and integration.
My approach blends mind-body awareness, mindfulness, transpersonal and existential psychology, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
The future of psychotherapy is with psychedelics. I have dedicated my life to bringing these tools above ground. I come to this meaningful work with integrity, heartfelt curiosity, and humility after witnessing how transformative psychedelics can be for individuals. I see healing and human connection as an essential aspect of what’s needed for our planet right now and nothing gives me more joy than to see people discovering their vitality and passion for life again. I currently work with ketamine and I also offer support to individuals dabbling with psychedelics and microdosing, providing risk reduction and integration.
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Jacqueline Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Encino, CA 91436 (Online Only)
I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment by providing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a genuine approach in the treatment process. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities in order to meet each individuals unique needs. During my work in the past 14 years, I have been trained to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, relational/intimacy issues, and grief. I also integrate mindfulness meditation, CBT, healthy living practices and family systems techniques as a strategy to facilitate growth, healing, and balance. When we are able to rise out of our suffering, we can then begin the process of self-awakening.
I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment by providing empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a genuine approach in the treatment process. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities in order to meet each individuals unique needs. During my work in the past 14 years, I have been trained to treat trauma, anxiety, depression, relational/intimacy issues, and grief. I also integrate mindfulness meditation, CBT, healthy living practices and family systems techniques as a strategy to facilitate growth, healing, and balance. When we are able to rise out of our suffering, we can then begin the process of self-awakening.
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By utilizing CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative therapy, We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate the extreme emotions, restore broken relationships, and discover your other potentials.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
By utilizing CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative therapy, We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate the extreme emotions, restore broken relationships, and discover your other potentials.
Is anxiety, depression, or trauma holding you back from being your true self? Do you feel stuck in managing difficult life transitions? Now, every little thing becomes super overwhelming. Those negative experiences reopen old wounds and cause new ones. You tried burying your pain hoping it would go away. You feel lonely and tormented. You feel exhausted, stressed, and angry all the time. You wonder how much more you can take. You are unsure of who or where to turn for help. In the midst of this painful journey, you do not have to go through it alone.
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I'm Maritess "Tess" Florez, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist working with CA clients via telehealth. I work mostly with individuals from adolescents to adults, as well as parents/children ages 3-8. I also see couples and offer family sessions as needed. I work from a trauma-informed lens and may utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Narrative Therapy, as well as various somatic-based interventions.
I'm Maritess "Tess" Florez, a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist working with CA clients via telehealth. I work mostly with individuals from adolescents to adults, as well as parents/children ages 3-8. I also see couples and offer family sessions as needed. I work from a trauma-informed lens and may utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Narrative Therapy, as well as various somatic-based interventions.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
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 behavior 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 behaviors 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 behavioral habits.