Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Music Row, Nashville, TN

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Jason Brandon Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
As a therapist, I integrate various therapeutic modalities including Emotional Focused Therapy for individuals and couples, Mindfulness-Based CBT, DBT, ACT, and somatic modalities such as somatic experiencing, etc.
Hello, I’m Jason Adams, the founder of New Roads Therapy and a Licensed Professional Counselor & Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP Tn License-2860) with over 18 years of experience. I have had the honor of supporting many individuals (ages 8 or 9 to close to 80), couples (all stages and types of relationships), and families throughout some of the most devastating times of their lives. It has been, and is, a privilege to spend time with people in such vulnerable and fragile places. My life has been gifted with such inspiration to be able spend time with such courage and resilience.
As a therapist, I integrate various therapeutic modalities including Emotional Focused Therapy for individuals and couples, Mindfulness-Based CBT, DBT, ACT, and somatic modalities such as somatic experiencing, etc.
Hello, I’m Jason Adams, the founder of New Roads Therapy and a Licensed Professional Counselor & Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP Tn License-2860) with over 18 years of experience. I have had the honor of supporting many individuals (ages 8 or 9 to close to 80), couples (all stages and types of relationships), and families throughout some of the most devastating times of their lives. It has been, and is, a privilege to spend time with people in such vulnerable and fragile places. My life has been gifted with such inspiration to be able spend time with such courage and resilience.
(615) 637-9711 View (615) 637-9711
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Courtnee T Guynn
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdS, LPC, MHSP(t)
Verified Verified
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
My approach integrates holistic practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and other Mindfulness-based therapies.
As a counselor specializing in domestic violence and sexual assault, my mission is to provide compassionate, empowering, and trauma-informed support. Through empathetic listening and guided exploration, we will work to uncover the root causes of your difficulties and equip you with effective tools to address them.
My approach integrates holistic practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and other Mindfulness-based therapies.
As a counselor specializing in domestic violence and sexual assault, my mission is to provide compassionate, empowering, and trauma-informed support. Through empathetic listening and guided exploration, we will work to uncover the root causes of your difficulties and equip you with effective tools to address them.
(615) 265-6219 View (615) 265-6219
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Thomas David Neilson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
My expertise in mindfulness includes a personal meditation practice for 25 years and attendance of over 25 mindfulness retreats.
My approach to psychological healing is integrative, mixing psychodynamic, mind/body, transpersonal, mindfulness, and CBT approaches to psychotherapy. My philosophy of therapy stresses respect for the client and the client’s experience. Therapy often involves the exploration of family of origin issues and the impact of old conditioning on current functioning. I also emphasize the importance of developing existing personal strengths and resources. I often use a personality system called the Enneagram to clarify client strengths and issues. I have expertise in mindfulness. See my website, www.musiccitytherapy.com.
My expertise in mindfulness includes a personal meditation practice for 25 years and attendance of over 25 mindfulness retreats.
My approach to psychological healing is integrative, mixing psychodynamic, mind/body, transpersonal, mindfulness, and CBT approaches to psychotherapy. My philosophy of therapy stresses respect for the client and the client’s experience. Therapy often involves the exploration of family of origin issues and the impact of old conditioning on current functioning. I also emphasize the importance of developing existing personal strengths and resources. I often use a personality system called the Enneagram to clarify client strengths and issues. I have expertise in mindfulness. See my website, www.musiccitytherapy.com.
(615) 800-7271 View (615) 800-7271
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Holly Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
I incorporate experiential, cognitive behavioral, DBT, mindfulness & expressive therapies.
At the core of everything I do in therapy is the belief that true healing happens through empowerment and love, not fear. Therapy encompasses a bit of art, science, intuition, and loving kindness. What works in therapy is a real person connecting to a real person and I believe the best therapists are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. My approach is based on a model of healing and empowerment to help you reconnect with that whole, thoughtful, creative, fearless human being you are and to trust your inner wisdom.
I incorporate experiential, cognitive behavioral, DBT, mindfulness & expressive therapies.
At the core of everything I do in therapy is the belief that true healing happens through empowerment and love, not fear. Therapy encompasses a bit of art, science, intuition, and loving kindness. What works in therapy is a real person connecting to a real person and I believe the best therapists are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see. My approach is based on a model of healing and empowerment to help you reconnect with that whole, thoughtful, creative, fearless human being you are and to trust your inner wisdom.
(615) 338-6517 View (615) 338-6517
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Ryan Wishart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
Are you struggling with either personal or relationship difficulties? If so, I would like to help. When combined with hard work, professional counseling can help you overcome almost any problem. Instead of always feeling 'stuck,' it's time you began experiencing more joy, fulfillment and direction in your life - you know, the good stuff. Clients have found that my style - warm, informal, humorous, and honest - helps reduce anxiety about the process of therapy. I utilize proven, research-based approaches, while incorporating Eastern philosophy, meditation, neuroscience and mindfulness-based practices into my sessions.
Are you struggling with either personal or relationship difficulties? If so, I would like to help. When combined with hard work, professional counseling can help you overcome almost any problem. Instead of always feeling 'stuck,' it's time you began experiencing more joy, fulfillment and direction in your life - you know, the good stuff. Clients have found that my style - warm, informal, humorous, and honest - helps reduce anxiety about the process of therapy. I utilize proven, research-based approaches, while incorporating Eastern philosophy, meditation, neuroscience and mindfulness-based practices into my sessions.
(704) 702-0304 View (704) 702-0304
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Dr. Sarah E. Bollinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203  (Online Only)
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
My hope is that our work together can reignite those things that bring you the most joy and life. Often this process involves working through the impact of loss, pain, or trauma in a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I work extensively with artists, musicians, womxn and queer folx, and much of my experience centers around religious trauma and spiritual wounding. My work is informed by humanistic and existential perspectives of psychotherapy, and I often incorporate the use of mindfulness techniques. I am also trained in a number of evidence-based clinical treatments including IFS, ACT, and EMDR.
(615) 815-1568 View (615) 815-1568
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Ask Alison Leigh, PHD, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203  (Online Only)
I utilize a broad range of techniques that I custom to every individual including Body Oriented Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness and Holistic Integrative Modalities.
The past 22 years I've seen an eclectic group of clientele: men, women & couples of any gender/orientation who want to improve their sexual lifestyle. I've helped men overcome ED through increasing their self confidence and women who want to feel more sexually in charge. I've seen over 25,000 couples throughout every stage of their relationship whether single, dating, married, or exploring and experimenting couples to ones who are curious how to stay together and keep the chemistry strong. My clients include stay at home moms, stressed out executives, artists, entrepreneurs & communities: LGBTQ, BDSM, & Transgender Families.
I utilize a broad range of techniques that I custom to every individual including Body Oriented Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness and Holistic Integrative Modalities.
The past 22 years I've seen an eclectic group of clientele: men, women & couples of any gender/orientation who want to improve their sexual lifestyle. I've helped men overcome ED through increasing their self confidence and women who want to feel more sexually in charge. I've seen over 25,000 couples throughout every stage of their relationship whether single, dating, married, or exploring and experimenting couples to ones who are curious how to stay together and keep the chemistry strong. My clients include stay at home moms, stressed out executives, artists, entrepreneurs & communities: LGBTQ, BDSM, & Transgender Families.
(628) 226-1830 View (628) 226-1830
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Aleana Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37202  (Online Only)
I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Therapies, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are my main evidenced based tools.
Hello, thank you for considering me to help you on your healing journey. I am an LCSW and I have been a mental health professional for the past 14 years. My style is eclectic and I incorporate relevant techniques from evidenced based practices, based on the individual needs of my clients. I am a holistic practitioner and focus on mind, body, and spiritual wellness. .
I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Therapies, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are my main evidenced based tools.
Hello, thank you for considering me to help you on your healing journey. I am an LCSW and I have been a mental health professional for the past 14 years. My style is eclectic and I incorporate relevant techniques from evidenced based practices, based on the individual needs of my clients. I am a holistic practitioner and focus on mind, body, and spiritual wellness. .
(629) 468-3263 View (629) 468-3263
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Russell Baxter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
I’m passionate about working with adults and couples who have experienced trauma, battled depression, faced difficult life transitions, and struggled with compulsive sexuality or other addictions. With couples, I'm deeply committed to helping them rebuild their relationships into something solid, navigate through challenging times, and reconnect. Through my training and experience, I use EMDR, Brainspotting, part’s work, mindfulness, attachment work, and other evidence based approaches in my practice. Each approach is used to process difficult experiences and develop skills to handle life’s challenges and live authentically.
I’m passionate about working with adults and couples who have experienced trauma, battled depression, faced difficult life transitions, and struggled with compulsive sexuality or other addictions. With couples, I'm deeply committed to helping them rebuild their relationships into something solid, navigate through challenging times, and reconnect. Through my training and experience, I use EMDR, Brainspotting, part’s work, mindfulness, attachment work, and other evidence based approaches in my practice. Each approach is used to process difficult experiences and develop skills to handle life’s challenges and live authentically.
(615) 436-8818 View (615) 436-8818
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Jennie Mcsweeney of Origins Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
She also pulls from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness based Techniques to inform her work.
Jennie Mcsweeney of Origins Therapy Services is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Social Work. She has worked in a variety of settings including, outpatient therapy, inpatient treatment, and partial hospitalization programs. These settings have prepared Jennie to work with different types of people, facing unique struggles. Jennie specializes in treating mood/anxiety based disorders, body image, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders/disordered eating behaviors.
She also pulls from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness based Techniques to inform her work.
Jennie Mcsweeney of Origins Therapy Services is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Social Work. She has worked in a variety of settings including, outpatient therapy, inpatient treatment, and partial hospitalization programs. These settings have prepared Jennie to work with different types of people, facing unique struggles. Jennie specializes in treating mood/anxiety based disorders, body image, body dysmorphia, and eating disorders/disordered eating behaviors.
(931) 202-3654 View (931) 202-3654
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Corey Lariscy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
I utilize holistic healing rooted in mindfulness, self-compassion, and strengths.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and growth. As a therapist, I focus on navigating the complexities of trauma, anxiety, and life stressors. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing and resilience, fostering a path towards a more empowered and fulfilling life.
I utilize holistic healing rooted in mindfulness, self-compassion, and strengths.
Welcome to a space dedicated to your well-being and growth. As a therapist, I focus on navigating the complexities of trauma, anxiety, and life stressors. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing and resilience, fostering a path towards a more empowered and fulfilling life.
(248) 609-6423 View (248) 609-6423
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Dr. Camden Morgante
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37202
I use techniques such as mindfulness meditation, somatic, and emotion regulation to help you get your mind, emotions, and body integrated.
It's time to stop letting your emotions control you so you can be a better partner or parent. You might be dealing with problems in your relationships with your spouse, family, or friends. You may say “I don’t deal well with emotions” or struggle to set healthy boundaries. Maybe you feel stuck from past experiences, trauma, or negative beliefs you just can't move past. After a recent life change, you may feel like you don’t know who you are any more. Let's find YOU again. You can feel whole and integrated in your emotions, relationships, and faith. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am here to help.
I use techniques such as mindfulness meditation, somatic, and emotion regulation to help you get your mind, emotions, and body integrated.
It's time to stop letting your emotions control you so you can be a better partner or parent. You might be dealing with problems in your relationships with your spouse, family, or friends. You may say “I don’t deal well with emotions” or struggle to set healthy boundaries. Maybe you feel stuck from past experiences, trauma, or negative beliefs you just can't move past. After a recent life change, you may feel like you don’t know who you are any more. Let's find YOU again. You can feel whole and integrated in your emotions, relationships, and faith. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am here to help.
(865) 426-1427 View (865) 426-1427
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Lauren Hamrick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203
In session, I may incorporate Mindfulness-based and Narrative theories, as well as focus on your inner child through Internal Family Systems approaches.
Hi. I’m Lauren. I am glad you’re here. As a dedicated counselor, I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples through various life challenges and transitions. My approach to counseling is rooted in attachment theory and I use an integrative approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of my clients. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University. I bring warmth and empathy to my practice, believing strongly in the therapeutic relationship. This connection fosters a safe space for self-exploration and growth, allowing clients to feel seen and heard.
In session, I may incorporate Mindfulness-based and Narrative theories, as well as focus on your inner child through Internal Family Systems approaches.
Hi. I’m Lauren. I am glad you’re here. As a dedicated counselor, I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples through various life challenges and transitions. My approach to counseling is rooted in attachment theory and I use an integrative approach, ensuring that each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of my clients. I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University. I bring warmth and empathy to my practice, believing strongly in the therapeutic relationship. This connection fosters a safe space for self-exploration and growth, allowing clients to feel seen and heard.
(629) 249-7594 View (629) 249-7594
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La Vaun Kelley
Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203  (Online Only)
Welcome! In your search to find a counselor, you have taken the first step to healing and finding balance in your or your loved one's life. Picking someone to guide you or a loved one in making change is difficult and can be overwhelming. My specialty is helping women and adolescents overcome trauma, suicidal thoughts/self harm behaviors, anxiety, as well as finding balance with transitional life issues. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental, relaxed atmosphere to help make lasting change leading to a life worth living for you or loved one utilizing a client focused approach.
Welcome! In your search to find a counselor, you have taken the first step to healing and finding balance in your or your loved one's life. Picking someone to guide you or a loved one in making change is difficult and can be overwhelming. My specialty is helping women and adolescents overcome trauma, suicidal thoughts/self harm behaviors, anxiety, as well as finding balance with transitional life issues. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental, relaxed atmosphere to help make lasting change leading to a life worth living for you or loved one utilizing a client focused approach.
(931) 563-0110 View (931) 563-0110
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Karen Tringle
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
Something's been brewing for a while now, but there's always been more pressing *stuff* that needs your attention and plenty of distractions to keep you occupied. But lately those obligations and distractions aren't enough and you're stuck with those thoughts that won't go away, and that nagging feeling in your stomach that can no longer be ignored. You like to feel in control and capable--able to handle things on your own, but these are uncharted waters and there's no map in sight. What's more is that things that may never have been issues before are all of a sudden becoming problems you didn't know you had.
Something's been brewing for a while now, but there's always been more pressing *stuff* that needs your attention and plenty of distractions to keep you occupied. But lately those obligations and distractions aren't enough and you're stuck with those thoughts that won't go away, and that nagging feeling in your stomach that can no longer be ignored. You like to feel in control and capable--able to handle things on your own, but these are uncharted waters and there's no map in sight. What's more is that things that may never have been issues before are all of a sudden becoming problems you didn't know you had.
(615) 490-0848 View (615) 490-0848
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Rain Marie Voss
Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
The pace of modern life, its demands and technology, can occasionally overwhelm the most courageous and determined human being, and a sensitive soul can become even more easily derailed. Add to that our habituated tendency to numb our feeling selves and disassociate from our bodies, and it is no wonder so many of us feel out of alignment with our natural freedom, self-expression, creativity and joy. My work is about helping you return to this original state. The method? A context and relationship that value and invite embodied, sacred conversation to guide us home to our truest and highest nature.
The pace of modern life, its demands and technology, can occasionally overwhelm the most courageous and determined human being, and a sensitive soul can become even more easily derailed. Add to that our habituated tendency to numb our feeling selves and disassociate from our bodies, and it is no wonder so many of us feel out of alignment with our natural freedom, self-expression, creativity and joy. My work is about helping you return to this original state. The method? A context and relationship that value and invite embodied, sacred conversation to guide us home to our truest and highest nature.
(615) 603-3235 View (615) 603-3235
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Lynnette Hope
Counselor, MDiv, MEd, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
Are you struggling with worry or fear that easily spirals out of control, at times to the point of panic? Are you noticing a negative impact on your work/school or your relationships (including with yourself!)? I specialize in helping smart, caring women who struggle with anxiety learn to find greater balance and ease. The women who work with me are the kind, responsible types who tend to their loved ones and to work/school, but who overlook themselves. By the time they get in touch with me, they feel exhausted, stressed out, guilty, and ashamed. They tend to overthink everything and feel easily overwhelmed by their emotions.
Are you struggling with worry or fear that easily spirals out of control, at times to the point of panic? Are you noticing a negative impact on your work/school or your relationships (including with yourself!)? I specialize in helping smart, caring women who struggle with anxiety learn to find greater balance and ease. The women who work with me are the kind, responsible types who tend to their loved ones and to work/school, but who overlook themselves. By the time they get in touch with me, they feel exhausted, stressed out, guilty, and ashamed. They tend to overthink everything and feel easily overwhelmed by their emotions.
(615) 829-8103 View (615) 829-8103
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Will Radford Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing in the field of behavioral health for many years. My formal education is a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s in Clinical Social Work. I am trained in CRM, EMDR, DBT, CBT (described in services and website) and have worked in the addictions field for over 30 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, couples, families and individuals dealing with issues from addiction to anxiety and depression. I normally work with people 18 and older but in the right circumstance will see younger. I see families and couples. I also offer Recovery Coaching.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing in the field of behavioral health for many years. My formal education is a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s in Clinical Social Work. I am trained in CRM, EMDR, DBT, CBT (described in services and website) and have worked in the addictions field for over 30 years. My experience includes working with adolescents, couples, families and individuals dealing with issues from addiction to anxiety and depression. I normally work with people 18 and older but in the right circumstance will see younger. I see families and couples. I also offer Recovery Coaching.
(615) 398-4523 View (615) 398-4523
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Rebecca Pearce
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
I help people with anxiety (worry or panic), depression, grief, trauma, and trouble with eating patterns or body image. I help people who find themselves in a different world due to divorce, estrangement, coming out, or relocation. I also help those visited by the ongoing impact of another's addiction or of caring for a loved one who is sick. Whether in the midst of turbulence or motivated to reclaim your strength, you're in the right place to benefit from therapy.
I help people with anxiety (worry or panic), depression, grief, trauma, and trouble with eating patterns or body image. I help people who find themselves in a different world due to divorce, estrangement, coming out, or relocation. I also help those visited by the ongoing impact of another's addiction or of caring for a loved one who is sick. Whether in the midst of turbulence or motivated to reclaim your strength, you're in the right place to benefit from therapy.
(615) 454-9212 View (615) 454-9212
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Michelle Coyne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Music Row, Nashville, TN 37212
Waitlist for new clients
As a somatic psychotherapist, I use a combination of body-based and traditional talk therapies to help clients live more fully. My passion is working with clients who are struggling with the effects of trauma including anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties. Somatic Experiencing (SE) is my foundational lens while utilizing other evidenced based treatments including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Experiential, Dream Analysis, and Adjunct to 12-Step. I view therapy as a collaborative process and see myself as a guide in helping my clients find their unique ability to address their struggles.
As a somatic psychotherapist, I use a combination of body-based and traditional talk therapies to help clients live more fully. My passion is working with clients who are struggling with the effects of trauma including anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and relationship difficulties. Somatic Experiencing (SE) is my foundational lens while utilizing other evidenced based treatments including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Experiential, Dream Analysis, and Adjunct to 12-Step. I view therapy as a collaborative process and see myself as a guide in helping my clients find their unique ability to address their struggles.
(615) 987-0970 View (615) 987-0970
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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.