Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in San Antonio, TX

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Amber Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Using an eclectic psychotherapy approach, combining techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT to tailor treatment to your needs.
It is my honor to support clients navigating significant life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflicts, trauma, and feelings of unfulfillment. Together, we create a supportive environment to explore thoughts, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies. Focusing is on helping you set goals that enhance self-awareness and foster a greater sense of well-being and joy. Offering individualized and family counseling, tailored to your needs and desired outcomes.
Using an eclectic psychotherapy approach, combining techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT to tailor treatment to your needs.
It is my honor to support clients navigating significant life challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflicts, trauma, and feelings of unfulfillment. Together, we create a supportive environment to explore thoughts, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies. Focusing is on helping you set goals that enhance self-awareness and foster a greater sense of well-being and joy. Offering individualized and family counseling, tailored to your needs and desired outcomes.
(210) 405-9356 View (210) 405-9356
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Christian Molina
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78237  (Online Only)
I integrate other modalities like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor our sessions to your unique needs.
You’re a high achiever, an emerging professional, an LGBTQ+ individual, or an artist seeking purpose, clarity, and balance in your life. You may be facing anxiety, navigating a major life transition, or simply trying to make sense of your experiences. You want to feel empowered, to understand yourself more deeply, and to create a life that aligns with your true values.
I integrate other modalities like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor our sessions to your unique needs.
You’re a high achiever, an emerging professional, an LGBTQ+ individual, or an artist seeking purpose, clarity, and balance in your life. You may be facing anxiety, navigating a major life transition, or simply trying to make sense of your experiences. You want to feel empowered, to understand yourself more deeply, and to create a life that aligns with your true values.
(726) 227-5760 View (726) 227-5760
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Patricia Cherry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
Hello! I am Patricia (Patty) Cherry, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with over 39 years of clinical experience. I typically work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and stress, adjustment issues, and grief. My primary approaches to therapy include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness based therapy. In addition, I do Christian counseling.
Hello! I am Patricia (Patty) Cherry, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas with over 39 years of clinical experience. I typically work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and stress, adjustment issues, and grief. My primary approaches to therapy include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness based therapy. In addition, I do Christian counseling.
(346) 215-1434 View (346) 215-1434
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Gabriella Kershner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228
Waitlist for new clients
Utilizing effective modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, as well as EFT and spiritual principles, I am confident that my clients will see positive changes.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you gain insight into your current situation, guide you into learning how to manage your emotions, and help you face your fears and break free from the obstacles hindering your progress. There is hope in that you can greatly influence the future by changing your mindset today, while moving forward in freedom. Working together, we can create an effective plan that is sure to inspire change and yield results. I am currently taking new clients in the San Antonio area. You have what it takes, my friend. You were born for such a time as this. Let's talk.
Utilizing effective modalities such as dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, as well as EFT and spiritual principles, I am confident that my clients will see positive changes.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you gain insight into your current situation, guide you into learning how to manage your emotions, and help you face your fears and break free from the obstacles hindering your progress. There is hope in that you can greatly influence the future by changing your mindset today, while moving forward in freedom. Working together, we can create an effective plan that is sure to inspire change and yield results. I am currently taking new clients in the San Antonio area. You have what it takes, my friend. You were born for such a time as this. Let's talk.
(210) 903-9583 View (210) 903-9583
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Jennifer Russell Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
(210) 942-5075 View (210) 942-5075
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Allie Hennis
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78262  (Online Only)
I will focus on building an authentic and supportive relationship with you and utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Attachment -Base approaches and many others.
My name is Allie and I have been providing counseling since 2002. I believe we all possess the skills to reach our potential and that as a Counselor it is my job to help you find your strengths to be the person you want to be.
I will focus on building an authentic and supportive relationship with you and utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, Attachment -Base approaches and many others.
My name is Allie and I have been providing counseling since 2002. I believe we all possess the skills to reach our potential and that as a Counselor it is my job to help you find your strengths to be the person you want to be.
(210) 796-0628 View (210) 796-0628
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Kassandra Ramon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
I am a dedicated, passionate, and caring counselor who strives to meet the individual where they are and play a supportive role in their mental health journey. I use an eclectic approach to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, and Mindfulness practices.
I am a dedicated, passionate, and caring counselor who strives to meet the individual where they are and play a supportive role in their mental health journey. I use an eclectic approach to therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, and Mindfulness practices.
(210) 761-4451 View (210) 761-4451
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Victoria A. Westbrook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
I use Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in gaining a greater sense of control.
My hope as your counselor, is that I may be there to help guide you on your journey navigating the difficulties of life. Together, I hope to empower you to cultivate and regain a sense of control and awareness of self, in order to foster healing, growth, and independence. I have experience working with abuse, domestic violence, disaster, traumatic loss, trauma, sexual trauma/abuse, anxiety, depression, as well as building social and emotional skills, and much more!
I use Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist clients in gaining a greater sense of control.
My hope as your counselor, is that I may be there to help guide you on your journey navigating the difficulties of life. Together, I hope to empower you to cultivate and regain a sense of control and awareness of self, in order to foster healing, growth, and independence. I have experience working with abuse, domestic violence, disaster, traumatic loss, trauma, sexual trauma/abuse, anxiety, depression, as well as building social and emotional skills, and much more!
(210) 201-2492 View (210) 201-2492
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Siri Bletzer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230
My specialties are: couple/marital issues, family issues, divorce, parenting skills, communication, assertiveness, stress management, grief and loss issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, coping skills, abuse, co-dependency, lifestyle changes, guilt, mindfulness, and positivity.
On our journey through life we all face challenges. We may be dealing with grief issues, relationship issues, or need help with communicating more effectively. We may feel overwhelmed, anxious, trapped, confused, alone, fearful, depressed, frustrated, stuck, burdened, and unhappy. I have always been fascinated by how people change, learn, and grow. I believe that given the right context, such as a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment, people can make the changes they need to make to live a happier, more productive and positive life. Given the right tools, everyone has the capacity to engineer their life in a healthier way.
My specialties are: couple/marital issues, family issues, divorce, parenting skills, communication, assertiveness, stress management, grief and loss issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, coping skills, abuse, co-dependency, lifestyle changes, guilt, mindfulness, and positivity.
On our journey through life we all face challenges. We may be dealing with grief issues, relationship issues, or need help with communicating more effectively. We may feel overwhelmed, anxious, trapped, confused, alone, fearful, depressed, frustrated, stuck, burdened, and unhappy. I have always been fascinated by how people change, learn, and grow. I believe that given the right context, such as a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment, people can make the changes they need to make to live a happier, more productive and positive life. Given the right tools, everyone has the capacity to engineer their life in a healthier way.
(210) 742-4889 View (210) 742-4889
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Amber Semidey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229  (Online Only)
Rather than adhering rigidly to a single therapeutic model, I will flexibly incorporate techniques from mindfulness based therapy, emotionally focused therapy, grief therapy and other frameworks as appropriate.
Do you wonder why you always seem to have relationship problems? Maybe you're a chronic overthinker who struggles with anxiety? Perhaps you suffered a loss that really messed you up? If any of those questions resonate you, you've come to the right place. I specialize in relationships (partners, friends, family, etc.), anxiety & grief/loss. These issues can be such a heavy weight to carry! I'd love to walk alongside you to assist so you can begin to breathe again. I will help you navigate through your relationship problems, manage your anxiety and cope with your grief/loss.
Rather than adhering rigidly to a single therapeutic model, I will flexibly incorporate techniques from mindfulness based therapy, emotionally focused therapy, grief therapy and other frameworks as appropriate.
Do you wonder why you always seem to have relationship problems? Maybe you're a chronic overthinker who struggles with anxiety? Perhaps you suffered a loss that really messed you up? If any of those questions resonate you, you've come to the right place. I specialize in relationships (partners, friends, family, etc.), anxiety & grief/loss. These issues can be such a heavy weight to carry! I'd love to walk alongside you to assist so you can begin to breathe again. I will help you navigate through your relationship problems, manage your anxiety and cope with your grief/loss.
(210) 920-7916 View (210) 920-7916
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Cara Leeney
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78212  (Online Only)
I like to incorporate meditation and mindfulness to build your connection to self.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I believe we are all meant to live a life we truly love and feel excited about living, but through our life experiences and traumas we picked up beliefs and behaviors that can keep us stuck in unwanted patterns. My goal for us is to identify the unhelpful blocks, process them, and create new narratives that truly align with your unique heart and spirit. I believe in taking a holistic approach with clients. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher and Reiki Practitioner which influences my approach.
I like to incorporate meditation and mindfulness to build your connection to self.
Hi, I'm so glad you're here! I believe we are all meant to live a life we truly love and feel excited about living, but through our life experiences and traumas we picked up beliefs and behaviors that can keep us stuck in unwanted patterns. My goal for us is to identify the unhelpful blocks, process them, and create new narratives that truly align with your unique heart and spirit. I believe in taking a holistic approach with clients. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher and Reiki Practitioner which influences my approach.
(726) 227-4383 View (726) 227-4383
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April DeLeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78240
I use a variety of treatment modalities including, but not limited to CBT, DBT, ACT, Existential Therapy and Mindfulness.
Therapy can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be the therapist to help you expand and strengthen your insight and awareness. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, and equip you with skills to actualize your best self. My therapy style is developmental, and supportive, with a strong focus on thinking about our thinking. Together we can explore narratives, with goals of reframing into a healthier, more self-compassionate internal dialogue of self acceptance. My approaches are engaging, workable and direct.
I use a variety of treatment modalities including, but not limited to CBT, DBT, ACT, Existential Therapy and Mindfulness.
Therapy can be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be the therapist to help you expand and strengthen your insight and awareness. My goal is to help you understand yourself better, and equip you with skills to actualize your best self. My therapy style is developmental, and supportive, with a strong focus on thinking about our thinking. Together we can explore narratives, with goals of reframing into a healthier, more self-compassionate internal dialogue of self acceptance. My approaches are engaging, workable and direct.
(409) 219-5269 View (409) 219-5269
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Elizabeth A Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78216  (Online Only)
Person-centered, solution focused talk therapy with cognitive behavioral & mindfulness techniques.
I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and also people identified as Gifted/Talented - "gifted, geeky, and queer." I have experience counseling people though all stages of gender questioning, discovery, and transition. I counsel people with gender and/or sexuality issues (such as coming out, family issues, relationship problems, HRT support), and I am sex positive and knowledgable in polyamory, ethical nonmonogamy, kink, and alternative lifestyles. I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults. Sensitive, intuitive and empathetic, and open to special and unique gifts. We can talk about whatever!
Person-centered, solution focused talk therapy with cognitive behavioral & mindfulness techniques.
I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and also people identified as Gifted/Talented - "gifted, geeky, and queer." I have experience counseling people though all stages of gender questioning, discovery, and transition. I counsel people with gender and/or sexuality issues (such as coming out, family issues, relationship problems, HRT support), and I am sex positive and knowledgable in polyamory, ethical nonmonogamy, kink, and alternative lifestyles. I work with adolescents, teens, young adults, and adults. Sensitive, intuitive and empathetic, and open to special and unique gifts. We can talk about whatever!
(210) 871-1572 View (210) 871-1572
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Abby Hasberry
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78249  (Online Only)
I am trauma-focused, mindfulness-informed & family systems-based.
After years in education as a college professor, teacher, and principal, my joy is working with older adolescents and young adults. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically young adults transitioning to careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
I am trauma-focused, mindfulness-informed & family systems-based.
After years in education as a college professor, teacher, and principal, my joy is working with older adolescents and young adults. My ideal client is reflective and purposeful. My clients are typically young adults transitioning to careers and learning to “adult”, adoptees discovering their identities and processing trauma, and birth/first mothers navigating grief and loss. I support my clients through reflection, trauma processing, self-discovery, and identity development so that they can embrace mental clarity live purposefully.
(210) 871-9834 View (210) 871-9834
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Rachel E Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MS
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78228
I employ techniques such as mindfulness, guided meditation, expressive arts, and somatic healing.
I believe you are capable of the change you want to see in your life. My goal is to help individuals, couples, and families find healing and embrace hope. Seeking help can be challenging. I will create a safe space for you to feel, grieve and explore your life; I will meet you with warmth, genuineness, and non-judgement. You deserve a secure place to be vulnerable and I hope to provide that place for you.
I employ techniques such as mindfulness, guided meditation, expressive arts, and somatic healing.
I believe you are capable of the change you want to see in your life. My goal is to help individuals, couples, and families find healing and embrace hope. Seeking help can be challenging. I will create a safe space for you to feel, grieve and explore your life; I will meet you with warmth, genuineness, and non-judgement. You deserve a secure place to be vulnerable and I hope to provide that place for you.
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Jessica Sanchez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78229
Hola! Hello! My name is Jessica Sanchez, I am a proud first-generation U.S. citizen. I graduated from Texas State University with my Bachelor’s in Psychology and from the University of Texas at San Antonio with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Previously, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings with a person-centered and goal directed approach. I enjoy practicing solution focused, mindfulness, art and play techniques to explore different avenues to success.
Hola! Hello! My name is Jessica Sanchez, I am a proud first-generation U.S. citizen. I graduated from Texas State University with my Bachelor’s in Psychology and from the University of Texas at San Antonio with my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Previously, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings with a person-centered and goal directed approach. I enjoy practicing solution focused, mindfulness, art and play techniques to explore different avenues to success.
(210) 899-6594 View (210) 899-6594
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Teresa A. C. Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78247  (Online Only)
I am EMDR certified, TF-CBT trained, and use other techniques like CBT, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness.
I enjoy taking more of a holistic approach and getting to the root causes. Everything we do in life, from the people with whom we surround ourselves to the foods we consume, effects our mental health. Things from our past continue to have a significant impact on us as long as it remains undealt with and tucked away, but life does not have to be this way.
I am EMDR certified, TF-CBT trained, and use other techniques like CBT, Solution Focused, and Mindfulness.
I enjoy taking more of a holistic approach and getting to the root causes. Everything we do in life, from the people with whom we surround ourselves to the foods we consume, effects our mental health. Things from our past continue to have a significant impact on us as long as it remains undealt with and tucked away, but life does not have to be this way.
(210) 585-2893 View (210) 585-2893
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Ky Hoelscher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78240  (Online Only)
By utilizing various methods such as purposeful conversation, mindfulness, body-centered awareness, and client-led goal setting, we will find the balance you desire for your life.
I collaborate with clients to resolve problems in living, promote emotional growth, and facilitate personal and professional success. I work with individuals, couples, and groups across the life cycle, addressing concerns including (but not limited to); anxiety/depression, interpersonal skills, work/life balance, parenting, chronic/acute illness, and relationships issues for heterosexual, queer, gay and lesbian couples.
By utilizing various methods such as purposeful conversation, mindfulness, body-centered awareness, and client-led goal setting, we will find the balance you desire for your life.
I collaborate with clients to resolve problems in living, promote emotional growth, and facilitate personal and professional success. I work with individuals, couples, and groups across the life cycle, addressing concerns including (but not limited to); anxiety/depression, interpersonal skills, work/life balance, parenting, chronic/acute illness, and relationships issues for heterosexual, queer, gay and lesbian couples.
(726) 208-7171 View (726) 208-7171
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Dr. Margo DelaGarza
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232
I offer CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness for Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, and Trauma.
I am an experienced clinician who offers exceptional care to people of all ages. I work with Adults, Couples, Public Figures and Adolescents. Services available in Spanish. My fee is $180 per session and I do not accept insurance.
I offer CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Mindfulness for Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, and Trauma.
I am an experienced clinician who offers exceptional care to people of all ages. I work with Adults, Couples, Public Figures and Adolescents. Services available in Spanish. My fee is $180 per session and I do not accept insurance.
(210) 774-6789 View (210) 774-6789
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Dr. Gunnar Greg Newman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, PLP, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78253  (Online Only)
My foundation is in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and mindfulness.
I value each client's uniqueness and believe therapy is a collaborative process. Each client is a person working through an issue that is impeding a goal. That goal may be managing depression, reducing anxiety, relieving stress, or some area within your life you feel is negatively affecting your wellness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years in mental health, counseling and therapy. I am also a Provisionally Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PLP).
My foundation is in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and mindfulness.
I value each client's uniqueness and believe therapy is a collaborative process. Each client is a person working through an issue that is impeding a goal. That goal may be managing depression, reducing anxiety, relieving stress, or some area within your life you feel is negatively affecting your wellness. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over ten years in mental health, counseling and therapy. I am also a Provisionally Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PLP).
(210) 801-9263 View (210) 801-9263
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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.