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Doris Ferleger
Psychologist, PhD, MFA
Verified Verified
Wyncote, PA 19095
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY With compassion and understanding gained from over 38 years of professional experience, and over fifteen years studying compassion and mindfulness-based healing approaches, I provide empathetic support, deep listening and insight, constructive feedback, and effective coping and communication skills to help clients address current life challenges and long-standing inner and outer conflicts.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY With compassion and understanding gained from over 38 years of professional experience, and over fifteen years studying compassion and mindfulness-based healing approaches, I provide empathetic support, deep listening and insight, constructive feedback, and effective coping and communication skills to help clients address current life challenges and long-standing inner and outer conflicts.
(267) 710-9033 View (267) 710-9033
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Liz Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Langhorne, PA 19047  (Online Only)
I use a variety of evidenced based interventions; CBT, mindfulness, traditional talk therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Do you find yourself feeling keyed up or on edge, worrying about things you cannot control? Are you stressed with work and home life demands, wanting to cope and find balance? Is your self-care battery on empty and you need a recharge? Do you and your partner struggle with communication, feel stuck on the hamster wheel? You can improve the quality of your life, there are better ways to cope, and you can feel better. There is hope and there are solutions, and ways to change our perspective/thought processes. Let's work together to build an environment of safety and trust.
I use a variety of evidenced based interventions; CBT, mindfulness, traditional talk therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Do you find yourself feeling keyed up or on edge, worrying about things you cannot control? Are you stressed with work and home life demands, wanting to cope and find balance? Is your self-care battery on empty and you need a recharge? Do you and your partner struggle with communication, feel stuck on the hamster wheel? You can improve the quality of your life, there are better ways to cope, and you can feel better. There is hope and there are solutions, and ways to change our perspective/thought processes. Let's work together to build an environment of safety and trust.
(267) 237-4327 View (267) 237-4327
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Bucks Support Services - Buckingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CEDS, CAADC
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Bucks LGBTQ Center offers individual, couples, family and group services to members of the LGBTQ+ community; Bucks ESC incorporates exercise, mindfulness and experiential work while supporting healthier body image and nutrition counseling from an intuitive eating approach; Bucks Recovery Center works with and values all paths to recovery from addiction.
Bucks Support Services, located in Newtown and Buckingham, PA, is comprised of three speciality branches; Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Bucks LGBTQ Center and Bucks Recovery Center. In addition to those speciality areas, we treat a wide array of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, family/support system and relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and disorders of childhood, among others.
Bucks LGBTQ Center offers individual, couples, family and group services to members of the LGBTQ+ community; Bucks ESC incorporates exercise, mindfulness and experiential work while supporting healthier body image and nutrition counseling from an intuitive eating approach; Bucks Recovery Center works with and values all paths to recovery from addiction.
Bucks Support Services, located in Newtown and Buckingham, PA, is comprised of three speciality branches; Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Bucks LGBTQ Center and Bucks Recovery Center. In addition to those speciality areas, we treat a wide array of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, family/support system and relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and disorders of childhood, among others.
(267) 389-6135 View (267) 389-6135
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John Moletress
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19119
I utilize mindfulness, evidence-based strategies and collaboration through a direct and grounded approach.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or stress? Feeling unfulfilled in key areas of your life? Perhaps you and your partner are at a communication impasse? If you’re ready to explore these parts of yourself and interrupt patterns that no longer serve, I can help with that. Therapy is a collaborative process which allows us to look at areas in your life that cause distress, and identify ways to adjust your thoughts and behaviors to create positive change. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you may feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and authentically. I work with individuals and couples/partners.
I utilize mindfulness, evidence-based strategies and collaboration through a direct and grounded approach.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression or stress? Feeling unfulfilled in key areas of your life? Perhaps you and your partner are at a communication impasse? If you’re ready to explore these parts of yourself and interrupt patterns that no longer serve, I can help with that. Therapy is a collaborative process which allows us to look at areas in your life that cause distress, and identify ways to adjust your thoughts and behaviors to create positive change. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you may feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and authentically. I work with individuals and couples/partners.
(267) 550-7619 View (267) 550-7619
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Bucks Support Services
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Newtown, PA 18940
Bucks LGBTQ Center offers individual, couples, family and group services to members of the LGBTQ+ community; Bucks ESC incorporates HAES, mindfulness and experiential work while supporting body neutrality and nutrition counseling from an intuitive eating approach; Bucks Recovery Center works with an "all paths to recovery" approach to addiction recovery.
Bucks Support Services, located in Newtown & Buckingham, PA, is comprised of four speciality branches; Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Bucks LGBTQ Center, Bucks Recovery Center. & Bucks Family Support Center. In addition to those speciality areas, we treat a wide array of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, family/support system and relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and disorders of childhood, among others. We are a gender affirming & HAES informed space.
Bucks LGBTQ Center offers individual, couples, family and group services to members of the LGBTQ+ community; Bucks ESC incorporates HAES, mindfulness and experiential work while supporting body neutrality and nutrition counseling from an intuitive eating approach; Bucks Recovery Center works with an "all paths to recovery" approach to addiction recovery.
Bucks Support Services, located in Newtown & Buckingham, PA, is comprised of four speciality branches; Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Bucks LGBTQ Center, Bucks Recovery Center. & Bucks Family Support Center. In addition to those speciality areas, we treat a wide array of psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, personality disorders, family/support system and relationship issues, adjustment disorders, and disorders of childhood, among others. We are a gender affirming & HAES informed space.
(267) 263-7017 View (267) 263-7017
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Jane Ajaya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
To facilitate integration and relaxation in present time, I teach Mindfulness Meditation and self soothing skills, so useful when outer or inner life gets challenging.
If you find discord between different parts of yourself and between you and people or situations in your life, consider embarking on this journey to personal freedom and self-discovery. This work is about finding your own inner balance and resolution and feeling free to express your authenticity. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, sleep, stress, family and relationship conflicts, compulsions and addictions. I use my own mix of many theoretical and practice techniques in the service of your resolution, integration and wholeness, with special expertise in relationship counseling, spirituality and gender issues.
To facilitate integration and relaxation in present time, I teach Mindfulness Meditation and self soothing skills, so useful when outer or inner life gets challenging.
If you find discord between different parts of yourself and between you and people or situations in your life, consider embarking on this journey to personal freedom and self-discovery. This work is about finding your own inner balance and resolution and feeling free to express your authenticity. I work with mood disorders, anxiety, sleep, stress, family and relationship conflicts, compulsions and addictions. I use my own mix of many theoretical and practice techniques in the service of your resolution, integration and wholeness, with special expertise in relationship counseling, spirituality and gender issues.
(215) 234-1339 View (215) 234-1339
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Jenna Spitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19119
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness, Attachment, Somatics, and the Gottman Method.
First of all: you have the potential to thrive and feel supported. Your experiences and perspectives are huge assets going into therapy. I help my clients overcome fear and navigate conflict, uncertainty, change, and loss. My approach is creative, deeply compassionate, and rooted in relationship. With humor and warmth, I'll help you show up authentically for yourself, your loved ones, and your communities. Together, we’ll work through the complexities of your relationships, break unhelpful patterns, and heal the wounds that could be holding you back from finding personal growth and pleasure in your daily life.
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness, Attachment, Somatics, and the Gottman Method.
First of all: you have the potential to thrive and feel supported. Your experiences and perspectives are huge assets going into therapy. I help my clients overcome fear and navigate conflict, uncertainty, change, and loss. My approach is creative, deeply compassionate, and rooted in relationship. With humor and warmth, I'll help you show up authentically for yourself, your loved ones, and your communities. Together, we’ll work through the complexities of your relationships, break unhelpful patterns, and heal the wounds that could be holding you back from finding personal growth and pleasure in your daily life.
(215) 608-0413 View (215) 608-0413
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Lockwood Wellness Services
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Are you a teen, young adult, or working professional seeking practical solutions to life's challenges? Look no further. I'm James, a clinical therapist specializing in CBT with a holistic twist. In search of a compassionate guide who truly understands the complexities of modern life? Juggling the pressures of life, or relationships, or do you just want to become the best you? Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, addressing immediate concerns while delving deeper into the underlying root of your struggles. Together we will explore, heal, and thrive!
Are you a teen, young adult, or working professional seeking practical solutions to life's challenges? Look no further. I'm James, a clinical therapist specializing in CBT with a holistic twist. In search of a compassionate guide who truly understands the complexities of modern life? Juggling the pressures of life, or relationships, or do you just want to become the best you? Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth, addressing immediate concerns while delving deeper into the underlying root of your struggles. Together we will explore, heal, and thrive!
(215) 234-7656 View (215) 234-7656
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Erica K. Cieri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19149  (Online Only)
Are you concerned about how sad or anxious your child is? Are you getting frequent calls from school regarding your child's behavior? Are you having issues communicating with your teenager? As a parent, it is difficult to see your child hurting. You child may be acting out at home and at school. Your teenager may lash out at you, leaving you wondering what happened. Or it may be more serious concerns regarding your child's unhealthy eating patterns, hurting themselves, or even considering suicide. You may be frustrated that you've tried everything but it just hasn't worked.
Are you concerned about how sad or anxious your child is? Are you getting frequent calls from school regarding your child's behavior? Are you having issues communicating with your teenager? As a parent, it is difficult to see your child hurting. You child may be acting out at home and at school. Your teenager may lash out at you, leaving you wondering what happened. Or it may be more serious concerns regarding your child's unhealthy eating patterns, hurting themselves, or even considering suicide. You may be frustrated that you've tried everything but it just hasn't worked.
(484) 372-4553 View (484) 372-4553
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Katie Phelps
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Glenside, PA 19038  (Online Only)
I believe everyone holds the key to access their most genuine, authentic self. Navigating through this thing called life can be complicated and challenging. Working together, I aim to provide a safe space to explore your inner strengths and capture internal resources. Through my experience working with anger, anxiety, and depression, I've learned that the strongest factor in therapy is the collaborative relationship. Together, we can address the issues you identify as problematic in your life. I promise to provide a therapeutic space that allows you to reclaim your strengths and propel you towards your self chosen path.
I believe everyone holds the key to access their most genuine, authentic self. Navigating through this thing called life can be complicated and challenging. Working together, I aim to provide a safe space to explore your inner strengths and capture internal resources. Through my experience working with anger, anxiety, and depression, I've learned that the strongest factor in therapy is the collaborative relationship. Together, we can address the issues you identify as problematic in your life. I promise to provide a therapeutic space that allows you to reclaim your strengths and propel you towards your self chosen path.
(410) 836-0820 View (410) 836-0820
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Felicity Fong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Complex trauma can be a stubborn life companion. Living through repeated exposure to traumatic experiences can leave you feeling unable to trust yourself or others, feeling chronically unsafe, and seeing yourself differently. Alongside those wounds, complicated grief can also be woven into the mix of post-traumatic pain. Complicated grief is so much more than “just” a loss - it’s sadness, anger, and guilt that cannot always be easily defined. As a licensed professional counselor with a special interest in trauma treatment, I understand the profound impact these experiences can have on an individual's emotional well being.
Complex trauma can be a stubborn life companion. Living through repeated exposure to traumatic experiences can leave you feeling unable to trust yourself or others, feeling chronically unsafe, and seeing yourself differently. Alongside those wounds, complicated grief can also be woven into the mix of post-traumatic pain. Complicated grief is so much more than “just” a loss - it’s sadness, anger, and guilt that cannot always be easily defined. As a licensed professional counselor with a special interest in trauma treatment, I understand the profound impact these experiences can have on an individual's emotional well being.
(267) 754-4316 View (267) 754-4316
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Jennifer Anne Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ambler, PA 19002
What sets me apart is that I will call you within 24 hours of getting a call from you.I suppose my ideal client would be the one that would feel the best fit with me. After the research that has been done, what matters most is the relationship (the fit) you have with your therapist, not their level of expertise, sense of humor, great coping skills, etc. However, I do best with individuals who are highly motivated to change. That does not mean that there will not be setbacks. However, it's how we view those setbacks. Are they failures or learning experiences? I prefer learning experiences. My goal is to get you to be your ideal self.
What sets me apart is that I will call you within 24 hours of getting a call from you.I suppose my ideal client would be the one that would feel the best fit with me. After the research that has been done, what matters most is the relationship (the fit) you have with your therapist, not their level of expertise, sense of humor, great coping skills, etc. However, I do best with individuals who are highly motivated to change. That does not mean that there will not be setbacks. However, it's how we view those setbacks. Are they failures or learning experiences? I prefer learning experiences. My goal is to get you to be your ideal self.
(610) 400-8898 View (610) 400-8898
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Veronica Haggerty
MA, RN, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Are you in crisis? Do you feel stuck? I work with many people who feel this way and have helped them to understand and embrace their experiences. As a marriage and family therapist, I can help you figure things out. I will work with you to explore the stresses in your life and sort out what makes you feel happy and fulfilled. You owe this to yourself and the people who care about you to act now. Most people wait 7 years to seek help. Don't be that person. www.NewHopeForYourRelationships.com
Are you in crisis? Do you feel stuck? I work with many people who feel this way and have helped them to understand and embrace their experiences. As a marriage and family therapist, I can help you figure things out. I will work with you to explore the stresses in your life and sort out what makes you feel happy and fulfilled. You owe this to yourself and the people who care about you to act now. Most people wait 7 years to seek help. Don't be that person. www.NewHopeForYourRelationships.com
(267) 436-7589 View (267) 436-7589
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Alyson Stolz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, BCCP
Verified Verified
Fort Washington, PA 19034
As an individual and couples therapist and a parenting coach for over 25 years, I am very experienced at working with clients in crisis. Often a marriage is in trouble or just not enough. Parents are trying hard to be the best parents they can be, but not succeeding. Individuals can be stuck, overwhelmed, confused or feel hopeless. The habituated way we cope often causes us great suffering and prevents us from enjoying our lives.
As an individual and couples therapist and a parenting coach for over 25 years, I am very experienced at working with clients in crisis. Often a marriage is in trouble or just not enough. Parents are trying hard to be the best parents they can be, but not succeeding. Individuals can be stuck, overwhelmed, confused or feel hopeless. The habituated way we cope often causes us great suffering and prevents us from enjoying our lives.
(267) 915-6027 View (267) 915-6027
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Michele Saffier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Lower Gwynedd, PA 19002
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex addiction therapist as well as Level 3 EMDR practitioner. I have been been practicing for over 25 years. I have specialized in infidelity, chronic infidelity, betrayal trauma and sexual addiction treatment since 1996 with a particular interest in working with partners. I develop partners programs utilizing the trauma model which views the partner as a victim of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My private practice office is Blue Bell, Pennsylvania where I conduct groups, individual, couples and family therapy for sexual compulsion, partners and their families.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex addiction therapist as well as Level 3 EMDR practitioner. I have been been practicing for over 25 years. I have specialized in infidelity, chronic infidelity, betrayal trauma and sexual addiction treatment since 1996 with a particular interest in working with partners. I develop partners programs utilizing the trauma model which views the partner as a victim of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My private practice office is Blue Bell, Pennsylvania where I conduct groups, individual, couples and family therapy for sexual compulsion, partners and their families.
(215) 600-4764 View (215) 600-4764
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Milena A. Rossius
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19152  (Online Only)
I am very gentle, nonjudgmental therpist and offer safe space for exploring your thoughsts, feelings, experiences. No matter what is happening in you life I can help you access your inner peace. You will see that you can live well when life gets tough. Most of us keep telling ourselves that when our life shows up in a new or different way, then inner peace will finally be ours. There is a way to live in the world that is more enlightened than this. You can learn to get relief from difficult thoughts, calm yourself when life upsets you, handle wild emotions easily, treat yourself with radical
I am very gentle, nonjudgmental therpist and offer safe space for exploring your thoughsts, feelings, experiences. No matter what is happening in you life I can help you access your inner peace. You will see that you can live well when life gets tough. Most of us keep telling ourselves that when our life shows up in a new or different way, then inner peace will finally be ours. There is a way to live in the world that is more enlightened than this. You can learn to get relief from difficult thoughts, calm yourself when life upsets you, handle wild emotions easily, treat yourself with radical
(610) 638-6786 View (610) 638-6786
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Nadine Hollander Slavitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, LCSW, PCC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19119
You’re working hard, wanting a good life, but you find yourself feeling anxious, dissatisfied and unfulfilled. Perhaps you’re unhappy at work - feeling overwhelmed and burned out, with no end in sight or path forward to greater satisfaction. Or perhaps you are struggling with strong emotions, feeling anxious and depressed, having conflict in your important relationships, or feeling lonely and disconnected. And so many of us are experiencing major life transition - getting divorced, having children, starting a new job, becoming an empty nester, or retiring from a career.
You’re working hard, wanting a good life, but you find yourself feeling anxious, dissatisfied and unfulfilled. Perhaps you’re unhappy at work - feeling overwhelmed and burned out, with no end in sight or path forward to greater satisfaction. Or perhaps you are struggling with strong emotions, feeling anxious and depressed, having conflict in your important relationships, or feeling lonely and disconnected. And so many of us are experiencing major life transition - getting divorced, having children, starting a new job, becoming an empty nester, or retiring from a career.
(484) 999-3243 View (484) 999-3243
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Dawn Davis Therapy And Supervision
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGT, AAMFTAS
Verified Verified
Willow Grove, PA 19090
Whether you are struggling with feeling good about yourself, overwhelm, grief, finding life meaning, unhelpful relationship patterns, or anything else weighing on your mind and heart, I would be honored to navigate your journey with you. No concerns are too big or too small-if it matters to you, it matters to me. I believe therapeutic success involves not getting rid of parts of you that struggle but uncovering your inner strengths to cope and reduce symptoms in healthy ways, in addition to acknowledging accomplishments big or small, and trusting the process, as change may take longer or look different than you may expect.
Whether you are struggling with feeling good about yourself, overwhelm, grief, finding life meaning, unhelpful relationship patterns, or anything else weighing on your mind and heart, I would be honored to navigate your journey with you. No concerns are too big or too small-if it matters to you, it matters to me. I believe therapeutic success involves not getting rid of parts of you that struggle but uncovering your inner strengths to cope and reduce symptoms in healthy ways, in addition to acknowledging accomplishments big or small, and trusting the process, as change may take longer or look different than you may expect.
(717) 937-1544 View (717) 937-1544
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Dark Moon Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Often when we are ready to seek counseling we can find ourselves in a dark place, struggling to see our way forward, but knowing that something needs to change. If that's where you find yourself right now, I want you to know you are not alone. My name is Omy Golden. I help adults create healing in their lives, which frequently means addressing past traumas and relationship hurts that stand in the way of us showing up as our authentic selves. Through curiosity, gentleness, and acceptance, I can help you discover your own unique path towards overcoming life’s challenges.
Often when we are ready to seek counseling we can find ourselves in a dark place, struggling to see our way forward, but knowing that something needs to change. If that's where you find yourself right now, I want you to know you are not alone. My name is Omy Golden. I help adults create healing in their lives, which frequently means addressing past traumas and relationship hurts that stand in the way of us showing up as our authentic selves. Through curiosity, gentleness, and acceptance, I can help you discover your own unique path towards overcoming life’s challenges.
(484) 715-8185 View (484) 715-8185
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Lisa M Auld
Counselor, NCC, LPC, CDWF
Verified Verified
Horsham, PA 19044
I know you're already successful, highly functioning, self reflective and yet, you're still trying to figure it all out....your career, path, purpose, relationships and anything preventing you from fully thriving. I strive to be a source of connection and bring authenticity to my sessions to provide a space where you feel seen and heard. I believe we can work together, dive deeper, and explore all that comes up while leaning into the strengths that already got you this far. With deep empathy, and a genuine desire to accompany you on your journey, I'll be beside you on the road to increased self discovery and awareness.
I know you're already successful, highly functioning, self reflective and yet, you're still trying to figure it all out....your career, path, purpose, relationships and anything preventing you from fully thriving. I strive to be a source of connection and bring authenticity to my sessions to provide a space where you feel seen and heard. I believe we can work together, dive deeper, and explore all that comes up while leaning into the strengths that already got you this far. With deep empathy, and a genuine desire to accompany you on your journey, I'll be beside you on the road to increased self discovery and awareness.
(412) 336-3619 View (412) 336-3619

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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.