Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Murfreesboro, TN
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Dakota Lawrence
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
I use mindfulness-based, body-based, and cognitive behavioral tools to treat chronic pain, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more.
Hi, I’m Dakota. I’m passionate about helping adults and adolescents heal from the pain of their past and grow into lives that bring them joy and fulfillment. You may be dealing with chronic pain, depression, trauma, or just feel lost or stuck. Let’s work together to figure out what brings you meaning, joy, and peace to your life.
I use mindfulness-based, body-based, and cognitive behavioral tools to treat chronic pain, trauma, depression, anxiety, and more.
Hi, I’m Dakota. I’m passionate about helping adults and adolescents heal from the pain of their past and grow into lives that bring them joy and fulfillment. You may be dealing with chronic pain, depression, trauma, or just feel lost or stuck. Let’s work together to figure out what brings you meaning, joy, and peace to your life.
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In our work together, you will gain an understanding of neurobiology, body awareness, and learn mindfulness skills.
"There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds." – Laurell K. Hamilton. You are struggling to manage painful feelings and it is spilling into multiple areas of your life — sabotaging meaningful relationships and disrupting your work life. It is difficult to focus on a task for more than a few minutes before you are sucked into the negative thought spiral. Past experiences haunt you, driving you to use those self-destructive behaviors you thought you left behind. It is difficult to imagine a life where you are content and feel safe.
In our work together, you will gain an understanding of neurobiology, body awareness, and learn mindfulness skills.
"There are wounds that never show on the body that are deeper and more hurtful than anything that bleeds." – Laurell K. Hamilton. You are struggling to manage painful feelings and it is spilling into multiple areas of your life — sabotaging meaningful relationships and disrupting your work life. It is difficult to focus on a task for more than a few minutes before you are sucked into the negative thought spiral. Past experiences haunt you, driving you to use those self-destructive behaviors you thought you left behind. It is difficult to imagine a life where you are content and feel safe.
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Nicollette Sanders
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
To tailor the needs of each individual I utilize modalities such as play therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to help them manage current life stressors.
Hi, my name is Nicollette! I am passionate about working with children by helping them where they are to provide hope that better days lie ahead. If your child is dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or finding it difficult to manage current life stressors let’s begin the path to healing. Let’s work together to focus on strengths to help your child cope with difficult emotions, build resiliency, and find the skills to move forward to create overall happiness and satisfaction. Having worked in the school system for over a decade, I have witnessed firsthand many of the challenges children face.
To tailor the needs of each individual I utilize modalities such as play therapy, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to help them manage current life stressors.
Hi, my name is Nicollette! I am passionate about working with children by helping them where they are to provide hope that better days lie ahead. If your child is dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or finding it difficult to manage current life stressors let’s begin the path to healing. Let’s work together to focus on strengths to help your child cope with difficult emotions, build resiliency, and find the skills to move forward to create overall happiness and satisfaction. Having worked in the school system for over a decade, I have witnessed firsthand many of the challenges children face.
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Vincent Yanda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
I have a wide variety of skills, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, ACT, mindfulness, and so on.
I’m a licensed clinician at Ellie Mental Health in Murfreesboro, TN. I have over a decade of experience working with adults and adolescents of all genders to support them in overcoming the struggles they face in their day-to-day lives. I enjoy working with various populations including LGBTQIA+, veterans, first responders, blended families, and other survivors on various diagnoses like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and substance abuse, just to name a few. I want to work together with my clients to find healthy ways of managing symptoms and triggers in order to gain new perspectives and a sense of fulfillment.
I have a wide variety of skills, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, ACT, mindfulness, and so on.
I’m a licensed clinician at Ellie Mental Health in Murfreesboro, TN. I have over a decade of experience working with adults and adolescents of all genders to support them in overcoming the struggles they face in their day-to-day lives. I enjoy working with various populations including LGBTQIA+, veterans, first responders, blended families, and other survivors on various diagnoses like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and substance abuse, just to name a few. I want to work together with my clients to find healthy ways of managing symptoms and triggers in order to gain new perspectives and a sense of fulfillment.
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Josh M Chestnut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
I offer individual and group therapy using a variety of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and therapeutic tabletop role playing games.
Everyone struggles with challenging emotions and situational stressors at some point in their lives. I teach people about how their emotions work, how to manage that emotional energy, and how to use that emotional energy to accomplish personal goals. I work individually with older adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with anxiety or depressive symptoms, challenging life situations, or problematic views of self find a way to navigate these challenges while learning and practicing preventative coping strategies.
I offer individual and group therapy using a variety of techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and therapeutic tabletop role playing games.
Everyone struggles with challenging emotions and situational stressors at some point in their lives. I teach people about how their emotions work, how to manage that emotional energy, and how to use that emotional energy to accomplish personal goals. I work individually with older adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with anxiety or depressive symptoms, challenging life situations, or problematic views of self find a way to navigate these challenges while learning and practicing preventative coping strategies.
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Lynn Armstrong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37128 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or just feeling stuck? Daily mindfulness practice brings me peace, my life experience has shown me my purpose. We can’t choose our birth or what we were born into… we can however make choices about thoughts that affect our behaviors. Peace of mind is priceless, let's talk....
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or just feeling stuck? Daily mindfulness practice brings me peace, my life experience has shown me my purpose. We can’t choose our birth or what we were born into… we can however make choices about thoughts that affect our behaviors. Peace of mind is priceless, let's talk....
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Are you looking for effective counseling techniques, experience and excellence in counseling? I have been practicing for 20+ years, have trained throughout those years in proven techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, mindfulness and meditative therapies, positive psychology, emotional intelligence and intimacy building, and I have specialized training for marriage, couples and family therapy. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship or any adjustment issue (illness/grief/loss, divorce, or any life transition) we will work together to implement known techniques that address and improve your life experience. All individuals are welcome. I do not discriminate based on any factor.
Are you looking for effective counseling techniques, experience and excellence in counseling? I have been practicing for 20+ years, have trained throughout those years in proven techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, mindfulness and meditative therapies, positive psychology, emotional intelligence and intimacy building, and I have specialized training for marriage, couples and family therapy. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship or any adjustment issue (illness/grief/loss, divorce, or any life transition) we will work together to implement known techniques that address and improve your life experience. All individuals are welcome. I do not discriminate based on any factor.
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Crayton Counseling & Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
We have four amazing therapists that see clients ages 6 and up via Individual Therapy!! Combined they have skills in EMDR, DBT skills, mindfulness based techniques, CBT, Brainspotting, etc.
"Even the darkest nights end and the sun will shine." Regardless of the situation you may find yourself in, we believe we all have the ability to make meaningful changes in our lives. The past can be hard to let go, but each day brings with it a new opportunity. The opportunity to grow, to learn, to forgive, to move forward. If you are ready to take that first step, we am here to help at Crayton Counseling & Associates!!
We have four amazing therapists that see clients ages 6 and up via Individual Therapy!! Combined they have skills in EMDR, DBT skills, mindfulness based techniques, CBT, Brainspotting, etc.
"Even the darkest nights end and the sun will shine." Regardless of the situation you may find yourself in, we believe we all have the ability to make meaningful changes in our lives. The past can be hard to let go, but each day brings with it a new opportunity. The opportunity to grow, to learn, to forgive, to move forward. If you are ready to take that first step, we am here to help at Crayton Counseling & Associates!!
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Kesley Danielle Williams Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, AADC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37127 (Online Only)
I use a variety of interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology and more.
I have a passion to help all, but especially those struggling with behavioral issues and trauma. I understands the importance of getting ahead of behavioral issues in children and adolescents before they face legal consequences. I understand the importance of counseling following trauma. I could go on and on about the research backing the need for counseling in trauma. Behavioral issues are often rooted with some sort of trauma. I love helping others find their confidence, safety and mental health baseline.
I use a variety of interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology and more.
I have a passion to help all, but especially those struggling with behavioral issues and trauma. I understands the importance of getting ahead of behavioral issues in children and adolescents before they face legal consequences. I understand the importance of counseling following trauma. I could go on and on about the research backing the need for counseling in trauma. Behavioral issues are often rooted with some sort of trauma. I love helping others find their confidence, safety and mental health baseline.
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Truth Reveal Recover Health and Wellness, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients overcome their stressors by incorporating client-focus therapy, solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, behavior and life coaching.
Truth Reveal Recover Health and Wellness, LLC is about healing and restoration. As a therapist, I go along the healing journey with you to help you reach who you see as your true self. There are parts of us that have become oppressed by anxiety, depression, lack of confidence, trauma, amongst other things. The journey of healing begins with you! Let's heal! Allow me on your journey of healing so that you may reveal the truths you need from the traumas that held you captive within yourself. Truth Reveal Recover provides a safe, open and warm space where you can start your healing. Let's Heal!
I have experience in helping clients overcome their stressors by incorporating client-focus therapy, solution focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, behavior and life coaching.
Truth Reveal Recover Health and Wellness, LLC is about healing and restoration. As a therapist, I go along the healing journey with you to help you reach who you see as your true self. There are parts of us that have become oppressed by anxiety, depression, lack of confidence, trauma, amongst other things. The journey of healing begins with you! Let's heal! Allow me on your journey of healing so that you may reveal the truths you need from the traumas that held you captive within yourself. Truth Reveal Recover provides a safe, open and warm space where you can start your healing. Let's Heal!
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Christian Michael Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
I am a pre-licensed clinician serving the Murfreesboro area through Ellie Mental Health. I help people talk through difficulties of anxiety, depression, adjustment, and other mental health issues through talk-therapy. I am here for the collaborative processes to help address all the stress.
I am a pre-licensed clinician serving the Murfreesboro area through Ellie Mental Health. I help people talk through difficulties of anxiety, depression, adjustment, and other mental health issues through talk-therapy. I am here for the collaborative processes to help address all the stress.
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The biggest reason many don't seek counseling is the fear of reliving the past. Forward facing trauma therapy proves you don't always have to go back to move forward. There is a different way. There is a better way. We start with the symptoms of the present. Then look at how trauma affects the brain and changes how we, think, feel, and behave here in the present. Learning how to fix and reset the brain while decreasing symptoms is our goal at Sessions of Serenity. Done at your pace, in a way that helps restore safety, creates calm and empowers the client. Your past does not have to continue robbing you of your future.
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Tired of "just talk" therapy? Mind the Gap offers holistic, integrative mental health practice that tailors therapy to meet your unique needs. Our team of providers are specialize in bridging the gap between mind and body. If you're wrestling with the chronic fatigue of depression, constantly waiting for the next shoe to drop, grieving the loss of life caused by chronic pain, or feel overwhelmed by your what's happening around you, we can help.
Tired of "just talk" therapy? Mind the Gap offers holistic, integrative mental health practice that tailors therapy to meet your unique needs. Our team of providers are specialize in bridging the gap between mind and body. If you're wrestling with the chronic fatigue of depression, constantly waiting for the next shoe to drop, grieving the loss of life caused by chronic pain, or feel overwhelmed by your what's happening around you, we can help.
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Counseling & Relationship Center of Murfreesboro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Rhonda, Johnson
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Relationships can be a source of great joy and comfort. When they get off track our life becomes unsettled and nothing feels right. I enjoy helping couples get back on track, solve conflicts and reclaim their connection. I do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. I am an attentive listener and am invested in helping you get your relationship back on track.
Relationships can be a source of great joy and comfort. When they get off track our life becomes unsettled and nothing feels right. I enjoy helping couples get back on track, solve conflicts and reclaim their connection. I do not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity. I am an attentive listener and am invested in helping you get your relationship back on track.
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Audrie Nicholson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Choices, we all have them. Sometimes life gives us more than we can handle. Sometimes we need help going trough choices we have to make. Sometimes we need help navigating past choices or choices of others. I help clients to experience a safe environment to explore your life choices and challenges without judgement. Together we can explore the challenging areas in life and distress you are experiencing to customize an individual approach to treatment. I use a holistic, whole person approach with the goal of restoring your body, mind, and soul.
Choices, we all have them. Sometimes life gives us more than we can handle. Sometimes we need help going trough choices we have to make. Sometimes we need help navigating past choices or choices of others. I help clients to experience a safe environment to explore your life choices and challenges without judgement. Together we can explore the challenging areas in life and distress you are experiencing to customize an individual approach to treatment. I use a holistic, whole person approach with the goal of restoring your body, mind, and soul.
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Deborah A Driggs
Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP, ACS, LADACII
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
YOU CAN heal...be empowered...and move forward in your life! Experience a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere to explore your life challenges, to regain your voice, reestablish healthy direction and move forward toward healing and healthy living. I utilize an integrative approach to treatment and will work with you to customize a plan to positively impact your specific needs. As a Christian therapist, I value the therapeutic relationship and respectfully join you where you are in this present moment of your life. Through a holistic approach, we will focus on the whole self- mind, body, and spirit.
YOU CAN heal...be empowered...and move forward in your life! Experience a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere to explore your life challenges, to regain your voice, reestablish healthy direction and move forward toward healing and healthy living. I utilize an integrative approach to treatment and will work with you to customize a plan to positively impact your specific needs. As a Christian therapist, I value the therapeutic relationship and respectfully join you where you are in this present moment of your life. Through a holistic approach, we will focus on the whole self- mind, body, and spirit.
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The therapeutic relationship is built on mutual trust and understanding and provides a safe space for clients to focus on their goals. If you find yourself struggling to reach your goals in life let's work together to make that happen.
The therapeutic relationship is built on mutual trust and understanding and provides a safe space for clients to focus on their goals. If you find yourself struggling to reach your goals in life let's work together to make that happen.
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Do you live in constant fear? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you find yourself feeling sad, withdrawn, irritable, and lonely? Are you struggling to communicate with your teen? Do you often wonder why they behave in certain ways? If so, I would like to help. We all would like to think we are strong enough to overcome these issues on our own, but there comes a time when we need to reach out for additional help. I specialize in treating trauma, mood disorders, and grief. I also have worked extensively with teens and their families, so I know the problems that are unique to teens.
Do you live in constant fear? Are you overwhelmed by grief? Do you find yourself feeling sad, withdrawn, irritable, and lonely? Are you struggling to communicate with your teen? Do you often wonder why they behave in certain ways? If so, I would like to help. We all would like to think we are strong enough to overcome these issues on our own, but there comes a time when we need to reach out for additional help. I specialize in treating trauma, mood disorders, and grief. I also have worked extensively with teens and their families, so I know the problems that are unique to teens.
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Welcome! Every journey starts with one small tiny step, and I am here to help you find your new path. This thing we call “life” can be rocky and scary, but each new adventure can bring freedom and excitement that you are waiting for. As humans we love certainty and value feeling in control of our thoughts, behaviors, emotions, etc., however we also know it isn't always so easy. Life doesn’t always happen on our terms, life happens and we learn as we go.
Welcome! Every journey starts with one small tiny step, and I am here to help you find your new path. This thing we call “life” can be rocky and scary, but each new adventure can bring freedom and excitement that you are waiting for. As humans we love certainty and value feeling in control of our thoughts, behaviors, emotions, etc., however we also know it isn't always so easy. Life doesn’t always happen on our terms, life happens and we learn as we go.
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Ashlei Bowman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with women who view themselves as people pleasers that want to change that. These same women want to reverse self-doubt and overthinking. I also work with motivated adults who want to understand how their past has impacted them. If you are a young adult who is looking for goal-oriented therapy that can help you move toward your future with confidence, I can help! Do you feel like you care a lot about the thoughts and opinions of others and would like to change that? We can talk through that too. You might feel like you can't talk about how you're feeling with those around you. I'm here to support you.
I enjoy working with women who view themselves as people pleasers that want to change that. These same women want to reverse self-doubt and overthinking. I also work with motivated adults who want to understand how their past has impacted them. If you are a young adult who is looking for goal-oriented therapy that can help you move toward your future with confidence, I can help! Do you feel like you care a lot about the thoughts and opinions of others and would like to change that? We can talk through that too. You might feel like you can't talk about how you're feeling with those around you. I'm here to support you.
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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.