Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Gladwyne, PA

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Crystal Widmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
I infuse elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Skills Training, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy into my work with clients depending on their individual needs.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Florida with 13 years of professional work experience working with adolescents and adults. I am experienced in helping clients with stress, anxiety, emotional regulation, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and coping with life challenges. I work with clients to support them in determining their individuals goals and desires for their well-being. I take a collaborative approach to help them uncover tools and strategies that will work best for overcoming challenges so they can live a more fulfilling life.
I infuse elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Skills Training, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy into my work with clients depending on their individual needs.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Florida with 13 years of professional work experience working with adolescents and adults. I am experienced in helping clients with stress, anxiety, emotional regulation, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and coping with life challenges. I work with clients to support them in determining their individuals goals and desires for their well-being. I take a collaborative approach to help them uncover tools and strategies that will work best for overcoming challenges so they can live a more fulfilling life.
(215) 774-5760 View (215) 774-5760
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Dana Renee O'Neill
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
I have the DBT and mindfulness skills, which uses both mind and body exercises that will help you manage the crippling anxiety, love yourself better, be a more present and joyful mom, improve your relationships, and attract the life you want.
To others it may seem like you've got it all together, but on the inside you're spinning out of control. Panic randomly punches you in the chest, taking your breath away, and you can't focus on anything else other than how to make it stop. You are consumed by trying to keep up with everyone else since they seem to have it all together, but you can barely function through the day. You feel like an awful mom because you are lashing out on your kids and hating the daily monotony instead of "embracing the joy of motherhood." You feel like you are failing your partner because somewhere along this journey you just lost yourself.
I have the DBT and mindfulness skills, which uses both mind and body exercises that will help you manage the crippling anxiety, love yourself better, be a more present and joyful mom, improve your relationships, and attract the life you want.
To others it may seem like you've got it all together, but on the inside you're spinning out of control. Panic randomly punches you in the chest, taking your breath away, and you can't focus on anything else other than how to make it stop. You are consumed by trying to keep up with everyone else since they seem to have it all together, but you can barely function through the day. You feel like an awful mom because you are lashing out on your kids and hating the daily monotony instead of "embracing the joy of motherhood." You feel like you are failing your partner because somewhere along this journey you just lost yourself.
(407) 476-9666 View (407) 476-9666
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Jenna R Giagnacova
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035
I use Structural Family, Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral, & Play Therapy, & Mindfulness techniques, to help individuals, families, & couples resolve conflicts & learn new, more positive patterns of living.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and have been working in mental health since 2008. I began my work in a preschool partial hospitalization program and a community outpatient program with children, adults, and families. I have also worked as a Family Based Services (FBS) therapist and director. I co-founded Conshohocken Counseling Services in 2012 and have been enjoying providing clients with assistance in their life journeys since then.
I use Structural Family, Cognitive Behavioral, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral, & Play Therapy, & Mindfulness techniques, to help individuals, families, & couples resolve conflicts & learn new, more positive patterns of living.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and have been working in mental health since 2008. I began my work in a preschool partial hospitalization program and a community outpatient program with children, adults, and families. I have also worked as a Family Based Services (FBS) therapist and director. I co-founded Conshohocken Counseling Services in 2012 and have been enjoying providing clients with assistance in their life journeys since then.
(610) 422-3676 View (610) 422-3676
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Marissa Lipkin Nathan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
I emphasize a variety of scientifically proven treatments, including cognitive behavioral, exposure-based, and acceptance & mindfulness-based, which allows me to tailor treatment to your specific needs, incorporate your values & goals, and achieve effective results.
Anxiety, stress, and depression can present in many different ways, including a sense of unease, worry, negative thinking, emotional distress, bad habits, avoidance, irritability, low self-esteem, & strained relationships. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old unproductive patterns, and finding that your ways of coping with life stressors are no longer working, or making things worse, I am here to help. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, fears & phobias, social anxiety, trichotillomania & skin-picking, and relationship concerns.
I emphasize a variety of scientifically proven treatments, including cognitive behavioral, exposure-based, and acceptance & mindfulness-based, which allows me to tailor treatment to your specific needs, incorporate your values & goals, and achieve effective results.
Anxiety, stress, and depression can present in many different ways, including a sense of unease, worry, negative thinking, emotional distress, bad habits, avoidance, irritability, low self-esteem, & strained relationships. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old unproductive patterns, and finding that your ways of coping with life stressors are no longer working, or making things worse, I am here to help. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with adults, adolescents, and children. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, fears & phobias, social anxiety, trichotillomania & skin-picking, and relationship concerns.
(484) 592-2691 View (484) 592-2691
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Kavita Tahilani
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
My training has been focused in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness.
I view therapy as a collaborative process and will work with you to identify appropriate goals, customize the treatment plan to fit your needs, and meet you where you are. I can flexibly implement evidence-based treatments to effect real, measurable change in your life based on therapeutic approaches that have known efficacy in the community. One of the most critical pieces of therapy is a strong therapeutic alliance so it is important to me to hear from you about your experience in therapy, what your strengths are and what makes your life worth living.
My training has been focused in the areas of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness.
I view therapy as a collaborative process and will work with you to identify appropriate goals, customize the treatment plan to fit your needs, and meet you where you are. I can flexibly implement evidence-based treatments to effect real, measurable change in your life based on therapeutic approaches that have known efficacy in the community. One of the most critical pieces of therapy is a strong therapeutic alliance so it is important to me to hear from you about your experience in therapy, what your strengths are and what makes your life worth living.
(844) 287-4228 View (844) 287-4228
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Benjamin Lasner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035
His therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Theory, Positive Psychology, and Motivational Interviewing, and he often incorporates grounding and mindfulness techniques to promote tolerance and holistic healing.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
His therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Theory, Positive Psychology, and Motivational Interviewing, and he often incorporates grounding and mindfulness techniques to promote tolerance and holistic healing.
Benjamin (pronounced Ben-ya-meen) Lasner, LPC, NBCC, M.S.. He is compassionate, open, and committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where everyone feels safe and respected. Benjamin understands and values the perspectives of both sides of the therapeutic relationship and firmly believes that two individuals sitting in a room, and having a conversation, is one of the most powerful, healing events that can occur. Benjamin strives to make the therapeutic environment welcoming, giving you his full focus and attention. It is important to meet each client where they are in order to help them achieve their goals.
(610) 686-7502 View (610) 686-7502
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Eliana Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035
Now In-Network with Aetna. Eliana provides individual therapy for children through adults and supportive coaching for parents/caregivers. She uses a client-centered, nonjudgemental approach to have healthier relationships through de-escalation strategies. Many of her clients are students navigating transitions into adulthood/college and professionals. She uses evidence-based therapy interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and problem-solving techniques in an authentic supportive manner.
Now In-Network with Aetna. Eliana provides individual therapy for children through adults and supportive coaching for parents/caregivers. She uses a client-centered, nonjudgemental approach to have healthier relationships through de-escalation strategies. Many of her clients are students navigating transitions into adulthood/college and professionals. She uses evidence-based therapy interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, solution-focused, and problem-solving techniques in an authentic supportive manner.
(484) 214-2676 View (484) 214-2676
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Lori Ezzedine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
I believe that everyone is unique in their own way and that everyone's personal background brings a unique perspective. I aim to explore that perspective and help guide client’s in a place where they feel safe and comfortable. This allows for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. I create an individualized treatment plan for each client and help them develop realistic and attainable goals. Psychoeducation is an intervention I often incorporate and I tend to put an emphasis on coping skills, self care, and healthy boundaries, as they are all a very important piece of the healing and growing process.
I believe that everyone is unique in their own way and that everyone's personal background brings a unique perspective. I aim to explore that perspective and help guide client’s in a place where they feel safe and comfortable. This allows for mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth. I create an individualized treatment plan for each client and help them develop realistic and attainable goals. Psychoeducation is an intervention I often incorporate and I tend to put an emphasis on coping skills, self care, and healthy boundaries, as they are all a very important piece of the healing and growing process.
(484) 969-8639 View (484) 969-8639
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Michelle Litwer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults (16+) manage anxiety, depression, perinatal/postpartum concerns/fertility issues, emotion dysregulation, increase pleasure and mastery, and feel more confident engaging in their everyday lives. I have intensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as CBT, DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma treatments such as prolonged exposure (PE) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to help clients live more fulfilling lives, become unstuck, and build a life worth living.
I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults (16+) manage anxiety, depression, perinatal/postpartum concerns/fertility issues, emotion dysregulation, increase pleasure and mastery, and feel more confident engaging in their everyday lives. I have intensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches such as CBT, DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and trauma treatments such as prolonged exposure (PE) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT) to help clients live more fulfilling lives, become unstuck, and build a life worth living.
(610) 590-7402 View (610) 590-7402
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Jessica Donn Goodman
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
Life hands us some hard things. Loss, disappointment, frustration, confusion, worry, transitions- it is important to honor our experiences, recognize the impact of these situations, and consider how we want to show up in our own lives. How do we focus on what we can affect, and cope with things that we can't change? I am here to help you navigate the process of both living in the present and making the future as good as it can be. I will witness and walk with you through tough times, and help you find your way through.
Life hands us some hard things. Loss, disappointment, frustration, confusion, worry, transitions- it is important to honor our experiences, recognize the impact of these situations, and consider how we want to show up in our own lives. How do we focus on what we can affect, and cope with things that we can't change? I am here to help you navigate the process of both living in the present and making the future as good as it can be. I will witness and walk with you through tough times, and help you find your way through.
(610) 364-5259 View (610) 364-5259
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K. D. Ferrari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
I'm Dr. Kate Ferrari and am here to assist you with difficulties you may be encountering in your life through a compassionate, non-judgmental approach. Regardless of the problems you are experiencing, my goal is to provide support, work with you to set goals for your future and develop tools to reach them. I believe in a holistic perspective to mental well-being, and am a proponent of neurodiversity, who will help you on your personal path towards the life you would like to live. Please note that all services are provided virtually and are tailored to fit your individual needs.
I'm Dr. Kate Ferrari and am here to assist you with difficulties you may be encountering in your life through a compassionate, non-judgmental approach. Regardless of the problems you are experiencing, my goal is to provide support, work with you to set goals for your future and develop tools to reach them. I believe in a holistic perspective to mental well-being, and am a proponent of neurodiversity, who will help you on your personal path towards the life you would like to live. Please note that all services are provided virtually and are tailored to fit your individual needs.
(814) 317-0350 View (814) 317-0350
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Corry Bulkley
Counselor, LCPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
You found me! If you're tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, riddled with anxiety or struggling with unwanted feelings and want to make a lifestyle change, then you have already taken the first step. I recognize how difficult it can be to seek out therapy and my passion for helping others has encouraged me to develop a supportive environment for clients to engage in treatment. As a therapist, I will actively listen to your experiences and help you process your emotions. I find it important to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental, and safe space for exploration into deeper meaning and understanding.
You found me! If you're tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, riddled with anxiety or struggling with unwanted feelings and want to make a lifestyle change, then you have already taken the first step. I recognize how difficult it can be to seek out therapy and my passion for helping others has encouraged me to develop a supportive environment for clients to engage in treatment. As a therapist, I will actively listen to your experiences and help you process your emotions. I find it important to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental, and safe space for exploration into deeper meaning and understanding.
(410) 989-4862 View (410) 989-4862
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Megan Spokas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapies. I strive to provide evidence-based care that is individualized to each person I work with. I collaborate with adults and couples in setting goals that are meaningful and important to them.
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive training in cognitive-behavioral therapies. I strive to provide evidence-based care that is individualized to each person I work with. I collaborate with adults and couples in setting goals that are meaningful and important to them.
(844) 287-4228 View (844) 287-4228
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Siobhan McEnaney-Hayes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
My emphasis is on strengthening your relationships through exploration of relational fairness, trust, and loyalty. Particular focus is on discerning your own relational ground and terms for living while reconnecting with those who matter to you and recognizing their merit. Licensed as an LMFT, I have clinical experience (over 2000 individuals, couples, families) in diverse settings including independent practice, Waldorf schools, court, health care, academia. I can work with you on re-balancing relationships, challenges during uncertain times, stress, anxiety, grief/loss, career/life/parenting transitions and spiritual crossroads.
My emphasis is on strengthening your relationships through exploration of relational fairness, trust, and loyalty. Particular focus is on discerning your own relational ground and terms for living while reconnecting with those who matter to you and recognizing their merit. Licensed as an LMFT, I have clinical experience (over 2000 individuals, couples, families) in diverse settings including independent practice, Waldorf schools, court, health care, academia. I can work with you on re-balancing relationships, challenges during uncertain times, stress, anxiety, grief/loss, career/life/parenting transitions and spiritual crossroads.
(484) 494-2607 View (484) 494-2607
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Maggie Noel Baker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
No matter whether your problem is anxiety, depression, work, money or relationship stress, I can work with you to resolve these issues. I'm also trained and experienced to work with children and adolescents as well as adults who struggle with self-esteem issues, ADHD/ADD and relationship issues. I can help with short-term issues, like work stress or problems with a child, and longer term troubles, like addictions, money issues or problematic relationships with parents, sibllings or partners. Empathic listening (putting myself in your shoes) and responding accurately to your concerns builds a working connection that creates the context for change.
No matter whether your problem is anxiety, depression, work, money or relationship stress, I can work with you to resolve these issues. I'm also trained and experienced to work with children and adolescents as well as adults who struggle with self-esteem issues, ADHD/ADD and relationship issues. I can help with short-term issues, like work stress or problems with a child, and longer term troubles, like addictions, money issues or problematic relationships with parents, sibllings or partners. Empathic listening (putting myself in your shoes) and responding accurately to your concerns builds a working connection that creates the context for change.
(610) 915-8500 View (610) 915-8500
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Bryn Mawr Mental Health And Wellness
MD
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
At Bryn Mawr Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Raena Khorram, a Harvard trained psychiatrist and her team of expert therapists offers comprehensive psychiatric treatment. We use a combination of individual psychotherapy, EMDR, couples therapy and medication management to treat depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, anxiety, ADHD, eating and addiction disorders. We believe the combination of psychotherapy, or talk therapy, medication management and healthy lifestyle improvements is key in successful the treatment. We see patients in our office and remotely using a HIPAA compliant video platform.
At Bryn Mawr Mental Health and Wellness, Dr. Raena Khorram, a Harvard trained psychiatrist and her team of expert therapists offers comprehensive psychiatric treatment. We use a combination of individual psychotherapy, EMDR, couples therapy and medication management to treat depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, anxiety, ADHD, eating and addiction disorders. We believe the combination of psychotherapy, or talk therapy, medication management and healthy lifestyle improvements is key in successful the treatment. We see patients in our office and remotely using a HIPAA compliant video platform.
(610) 549-4299 View (610) 549-4299
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Main Line Relationship Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
You want to see the "best" therapist, but with 2200 + of us in Montgomery County alone, how do you begin? For help narrowing the field, read "How do I find the best therapist for me?" by visiting my website. As a PA-licensed psychotherapist, I've been helping clients improve their lives for more than 20 years. Through insight and skills acquisition, my goal is to get you out of therapy and back to enjoying your life. Bring your concerns, goals, strengths and humor. We'll figure out the rest together.
You want to see the "best" therapist, but with 2200 + of us in Montgomery County alone, how do you begin? For help narrowing the field, read "How do I find the best therapist for me?" by visiting my website. As a PA-licensed psychotherapist, I've been helping clients improve their lives for more than 20 years. Through insight and skills acquisition, my goal is to get you out of therapy and back to enjoying your life. Bring your concerns, goals, strengths and humor. We'll figure out the rest together.
(215) 995-0227 View (215) 995-0227
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McInvale Family Therapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035
Waitlist for new clients
I truly enjoy facilitating meaningful change. I am not interested in helping your cope. I am interested in helping you heal the root of what you have been living with for too long. Couple and family therapy clients learn to deepen and strengthen their connection so that they are better able to manage the challenges of life. Clients participating in trauma therapy have the opportunity to explore their experience in a safe and healing environment. Individuals may work towards client-identified treatment goals while developing a rewarding and secure connection with themselves.
I truly enjoy facilitating meaningful change. I am not interested in helping your cope. I am interested in helping you heal the root of what you have been living with for too long. Couple and family therapy clients learn to deepen and strengthen their connection so that they are better able to manage the challenges of life. Clients participating in trauma therapy have the opportunity to explore their experience in a safe and healing environment. Individuals may work towards client-identified treatment goals while developing a rewarding and secure connection with themselves.
(843) 491-6511 View (843) 491-6511
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Dawn Lewis
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Gladwyne, PA 19035  (Online Only)
These are 6 areas of therapy that I'm passionate about and in which I specialize. I'd love to work with you if: 1) you struggle with panic attacks, anxiety or depression 2) need help with relationships or coping with a breakup or betrayal, 3) have experienced something traumatic or suspect you have unresolved trauma 4) are grieving the loss someone or something 5) need help recovering from an addiction, or 6) are going through a crisis of faith or want to grow spiritually. Please visit my website for more details.
These are 6 areas of therapy that I'm passionate about and in which I specialize. I'd love to work with you if: 1) you struggle with panic attacks, anxiety or depression 2) need help with relationships or coping with a breakup or betrayal, 3) have experienced something traumatic or suspect you have unresolved trauma 4) are grieving the loss someone or something 5) need help recovering from an addiction, or 6) are going through a crisis of faith or want to grow spiritually. Please visit my website for more details.
(443) 840-9935 View (443) 840-9935
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Renee Welde
Counselor, MS, LPC, BCC
Verified Verified
Gladwyne, PA 19035
Healing begins here. I Can Help You Experience Life Differently. Do you feel anxious, depressed, and out of balance in your life and your relationships? Maybe there's a nagging, overwhelming unease that won't go away and you sometimes feel swallowed up by it. How would your life be different if you spoke to a safe, non-judgmental, experienced, therapist? I meet people where they are and work with adults treating a variety of needs. Through deep listening, compassion and understanding, we'll explore what's upsetting you and create a plan on what to do about it. Our crisis points are also our turning points.
Healing begins here. I Can Help You Experience Life Differently. Do you feel anxious, depressed, and out of balance in your life and your relationships? Maybe there's a nagging, overwhelming unease that won't go away and you sometimes feel swallowed up by it. How would your life be different if you spoke to a safe, non-judgmental, experienced, therapist? I meet people where they are and work with adults treating a variety of needs. Through deep listening, compassion and understanding, we'll explore what's upsetting you and create a plan on what to do about it. Our crisis points are also our turning points.
(646) 392-8885 View (646) 392-8885
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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.