Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Friendswood, TX

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Meaghan Biggio Hampton
LPC Associate, MACC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
My approach is tailored to the needs of my clients, and consists of Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Polyvagal Theory, Person-Centered Therapy, somatic modalities, and Christian mindfulness.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, relationships, family conflict, grief, shame, self-esteem, forgiveness, parenting, PTSD, trauma, emotional disturbances, sexual identity, school related issues and ADHD.
My approach is tailored to the needs of my clients, and consists of Christian Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Polyvagal Theory, Person-Centered Therapy, somatic modalities, and Christian mindfulness.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, relationships, family conflict, grief, shame, self-esteem, forgiveness, parenting, PTSD, trauma, emotional disturbances, sexual identity, school related issues and ADHD.
(713) 678-0403 View (713) 678-0403
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Gwen Brehm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
My approach to treatment is an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral therapy as well as Mindfulness based therapies.
Is your anxiety keeping you from having peace in your life? Are your relationships suffering because of your mood? For over 30 years I have helped people make effective change in their lives with a variety of problems. I am best known for my skills in treating people who have difficult situations, feel out of control of their lives, and need more stability in their emotions and relationships. With the use of meditation, mindfulness skills, and behavioral changes we can work together to create a more balanced life, healthier relationships, and more joy and confidence.
My approach to treatment is an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral therapy as well as Mindfulness based therapies.
Is your anxiety keeping you from having peace in your life? Are your relationships suffering because of your mood? For over 30 years I have helped people make effective change in their lives with a variety of problems. I am best known for my skills in treating people who have difficult situations, feel out of control of their lives, and need more stability in their emotions and relationships. With the use of meditation, mindfulness skills, and behavioral changes we can work together to create a more balanced life, healthier relationships, and more joy and confidence.
(832) 786-8757 View (832) 786-8757
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Jennifer Russell Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCATP, CCTP
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
I have helped clients build skills to cope with trauma and abuse, stress and anxiety, depression, family issues, gender identity, and self-esteem through the use of research based theories such as CBT and SFBT along with mindfulness and trauma-informed techniques.
I am a licensed professional counselor with certifications in trauma and anxiety. I take a holistic approach to mental health and work with clients to discover what they need in order to feel better about themselves and lead a more fulfilling life. My role as a therapist is to guide you on your mental health journey and teach you strategies and techniques that you can utilize in your daily life and beyond therapy.
(210) 942-5075 View (210) 942-5075
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Oscar David Montoya Jr Lcsw-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
I have experience in Trauma focused-ACT, Trauma Informed-Care, trained in CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
We live in a society that has made vulnerability seen as weakness, ironically, it is what allows us to be human and make connections. Do you feel a struggle in making connections? Do you struggle with overwhelming feelings of pain, anger, anxiety or depression, and feel like these are what define you? Do you feel like no one will ever understand, like you are detached from the world? Have you been through a traumatic experience, that robs you of freedom? Is motivation the issue, are you fatigued from attempts at change, but never having a guiding light?
I have experience in Trauma focused-ACT, Trauma Informed-Care, trained in CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
We live in a society that has made vulnerability seen as weakness, ironically, it is what allows us to be human and make connections. Do you feel a struggle in making connections? Do you struggle with overwhelming feelings of pain, anger, anxiety or depression, and feel like these are what define you? Do you feel like no one will ever understand, like you are detached from the world? Have you been through a traumatic experience, that robs you of freedom? Is motivation the issue, are you fatigued from attempts at change, but never having a guiding light?
(830) 429-5394 View (830) 429-5394
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Rachel McGinnis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
I love bringing self-compassion and mindfulness practices to sessions.
Hi there! I'm Rachel! Are you struggling to navigate everything life is throwing at you in the increasingly hectic world? I love exploring deep down the funnel of emotions with my clients using DBT, Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral strategies. Together we can tackle your anxiety, depression and the relational issues that come into play that keep you from being your ideal self, whether that be in your relationships, your family, your career, or another important area of your life. If you are fighting feelings of depression and anxiety, and struggling with self-compassion, I'd love to walk with you as you work to heal.
I love bringing self-compassion and mindfulness practices to sessions.
Hi there! I'm Rachel! Are you struggling to navigate everything life is throwing at you in the increasingly hectic world? I love exploring deep down the funnel of emotions with my clients using DBT, Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral strategies. Together we can tackle your anxiety, depression and the relational issues that come into play that keep you from being your ideal self, whether that be in your relationships, your family, your career, or another important area of your life. If you are fighting feelings of depression and anxiety, and struggling with self-compassion, I'd love to walk with you as you work to heal.
(832) 909-1786 View (832) 909-1786
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Jacquelyne Cisneros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
I incorporate mindfulness practices to help remain in the moment and emphasize the importance of self-care.
Hi there, I'm Jacquelyne. Do you feel a loss of control in your life? Are you overwhelmed and find difficulty finding motivation? Do you think of the past and future often? I empower people to find a balance in their life while continuing to take care of their own needs. I love to challenge thoughts and core beliefs, which can be the root of your struggles.
I incorporate mindfulness practices to help remain in the moment and emphasize the importance of self-care.
Hi there, I'm Jacquelyne. Do you feel a loss of control in your life? Are you overwhelmed and find difficulty finding motivation? Do you think of the past and future often? I empower people to find a balance in their life while continuing to take care of their own needs. I love to challenge thoughts and core beliefs, which can be the root of your struggles.
(915) 900-7585 View (915) 900-7585
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Infinite Heart Healing (Lulu Liao)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
multi-sensory, somatic, experiential, mindfulness, sound, breath & energy work).
Feeling stuck in life and disconnected from what is meaningful? Have moments in what seems like an infinite loop of obsessive ruminations in which you replay the same thoughts over and over? Or perhaps it’s a cycle of repetitive behavior(s), self-sabotage, and/or relationships that you can’t seem to break the pattern from? I believe that when we lose connection to our authentic selves (who we really are) , we face all kinds of issues including anxiety, depression, unfulfilling relationships, addictive behavioral patterns, obsessive thoughts, stress, despair, and hopelessness. No worries, it's never too late and I can help!
multi-sensory, somatic, experiential, mindfulness, sound, breath & energy work).
Feeling stuck in life and disconnected from what is meaningful? Have moments in what seems like an infinite loop of obsessive ruminations in which you replay the same thoughts over and over? Or perhaps it’s a cycle of repetitive behavior(s), self-sabotage, and/or relationships that you can’t seem to break the pattern from? I believe that when we lose connection to our authentic selves (who we really are) , we face all kinds of issues including anxiety, depression, unfulfilling relationships, addictive behavioral patterns, obsessive thoughts, stress, despair, and hopelessness. No worries, it's never too late and I can help!
(469) 421-5817 View (469) 421-5817
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Sonja Hebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
I often utilize mindfulness and breath work to encourage a deeper mind-body connection and manage stress and mood concerns.
Are you ready to manage stress and anxiety and live the life that you deserve? Life does not have to be so challenging and feel like things are out of control. You can have peace and clarity. Are you struggling with creating healthy routines and habits? Do you constantly feel irritated, on edge or stressed about the future? Having trouble creating and maintaining boundaries, goals and healthy relationships? Ready to stop struggling with life transitions, making the right decisions, and self-love? Then you have found your person! Together, we will build the life you've dreamed of. I am so proud of you for getting here.
I often utilize mindfulness and breath work to encourage a deeper mind-body connection and manage stress and mood concerns.
Are you ready to manage stress and anxiety and live the life that you deserve? Life does not have to be so challenging and feel like things are out of control. You can have peace and clarity. Are you struggling with creating healthy routines and habits? Do you constantly feel irritated, on edge or stressed about the future? Having trouble creating and maintaining boundaries, goals and healthy relationships? Ready to stop struggling with life transitions, making the right decisions, and self-love? Then you have found your person! Together, we will build the life you've dreamed of. I am so proud of you for getting here.
(832) 662-4737 View (832) 662-4737
Jeffrey Healey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy.
I'm a native of Chicago and grew up in the heart of the Midwest. I have lived and worked in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean. I have been active working as a middle and high school counselor, a therapist for Integral Care of Austin, and more recently in private practice.
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy.
I'm a native of Chicago and grew up in the heart of the Midwest. I have lived and worked in Africa, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean. I have been active working as a middle and high school counselor, a therapist for Integral Care of Austin, and more recently in private practice.
(254) 637-0858 View (254) 637-0858
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Michelle Brumley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
Life throws many challenges to us. Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance abuse, counseling provides an opportunity to address these issues with the help of a trained professional. I employ a holistic, collaborative approach to therapy. I believe the relationship in counseling is integral to improving a patient's overall well being and each treatment plan is tailored to the individual client. Different strategies work for different people and I will work with you to find the most suitable approach. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Mindfulness based approaches.
Life throws many challenges to us. Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance abuse, counseling provides an opportunity to address these issues with the help of a trained professional. I employ a holistic, collaborative approach to therapy. I believe the relationship in counseling is integral to improving a patient's overall well being and each treatment plan is tailored to the individual client. Different strategies work for different people and I will work with you to find the most suitable approach. I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Mindfulness based approaches.
(832) 262-4690 View (832) 262-4690
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Elizabeth R Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
In addition, she is versed in integrated therapy, cognitive behavioral, solution-based brief focused therapy, mindfulness, and other modalities.
Elizabeth Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Elizabeth is an agent of change that operates as a License Professional Counselor. She works with families, adults, children, and adolescents who struggle with a myriad of emotional debilitating disorders. If you struggle with previous or current trauma, disorders associated with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Grief, or just experiencing challenges with adjusting to change she is the ideal person to help.
In addition, she is versed in integrated therapy, cognitive behavioral, solution-based brief focused therapy, mindfulness, and other modalities.
Elizabeth Anderson is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Elizabeth is an agent of change that operates as a License Professional Counselor. She works with families, adults, children, and adolescents who struggle with a myriad of emotional debilitating disorders. If you struggle with previous or current trauma, disorders associated with depression, anxiety, ADHD, Grief, or just experiencing challenges with adjusting to change she is the ideal person to help.
(346) 236-0896 View (346) 236-0896
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Cindy Castillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
I am trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Parent- Child Interaction, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
I have 20+ years of experience working in psychiatric hospitals, medical facilities, community health centers, pediatric clinics, schools, and residential treatment centers. I offered many years to working with children, adolescents, parents, and families through child protective services, rape crisis centers, shelters, neighborhood centers, and adoption centers. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders including PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, & Psychosis including the management of other symptoms that stem from family/ relationship conflict, social difficulties, poor school performance, and violence/ abuse.
I am trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Parent- Child Interaction, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
I have 20+ years of experience working in psychiatric hospitals, medical facilities, community health centers, pediatric clinics, schools, and residential treatment centers. I offered many years to working with children, adolescents, parents, and families through child protective services, rape crisis centers, shelters, neighborhood centers, and adoption centers. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders including PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, & Psychosis including the management of other symptoms that stem from family/ relationship conflict, social difficulties, poor school performance, and violence/ abuse.
(346) 242-6663 View (346) 242-6663
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Nichole Mueller-McMorris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
I use a lot of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to include mindfulness techniques.
Have you ever felt that your life is out of control and hopeless? How do you get to a place where you feel that you are living a life worth living? I have years of experience working with a widespread of mental health diagnosis where I am seeing people on their worst day. The pain from the past and present is surfacing in the moment I am meeting with them.
I use a lot of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to include mindfulness techniques.
Have you ever felt that your life is out of control and hopeless? How do you get to a place where you feel that you are living a life worth living? I have years of experience working with a widespread of mental health diagnosis where I am seeing people on their worst day. The pain from the past and present is surfacing in the moment I am meeting with them.
(512) 648-4189 View (512) 648-4189
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Shelley McCaul-Parent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
I use an eclectic approach and specialize in mind-body therapies (Brainspotting, EMDR, Flash Technique, Hypnotherapy), mindfulness based therapies, and brief solution focused therapy.
Is your past negatively impacting your life, or holding you back from what you really want? I specialize in trauma healing, overcoming the effects of toxic relationships, and teaching effective methods for coping with triggers, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I’d love to work with you on rediscovering your joy, peace, and passion. I provide a nonjudgmental and relaxing atmosphere allowing clients to safely explore thoughts and feelings, to work through their baggage, and create the life they want.
I use an eclectic approach and specialize in mind-body therapies (Brainspotting, EMDR, Flash Technique, Hypnotherapy), mindfulness based therapies, and brief solution focused therapy.
Is your past negatively impacting your life, or holding you back from what you really want? I specialize in trauma healing, overcoming the effects of toxic relationships, and teaching effective methods for coping with triggers, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I’d love to work with you on rediscovering your joy, peace, and passion. I provide a nonjudgmental and relaxing atmosphere allowing clients to safely explore thoughts and feelings, to work through their baggage, and create the life they want.
(713) 636-5401 View (713) 636-5401
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Jacquelyn E. Poteet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
I chose the path of family therapist, most simply stated, because human beings do not live in a bubble. I believe that connectedness, feeling known and understood by others, has the potential to cultivate wellness despite one’s circumstances and/or history. My passion is grounded in partnering with clients in their journey to enhance their quality of life far beyond their expectations, which often begins with guided self-reflection. Through the utilization of a holistic lens, I work with clients to develop self-worth, to generate motivation to step outside of their "uncomfortable" comfort zones, and to assert healthy boundaries.
I chose the path of family therapist, most simply stated, because human beings do not live in a bubble. I believe that connectedness, feeling known and understood by others, has the potential to cultivate wellness despite one’s circumstances and/or history. My passion is grounded in partnering with clients in their journey to enhance their quality of life far beyond their expectations, which often begins with guided self-reflection. Through the utilization of a holistic lens, I work with clients to develop self-worth, to generate motivation to step outside of their "uncomfortable" comfort zones, and to assert healthy boundaries.
(281) 612-7435 View (281) 612-7435
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Dedra Etzel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCPT
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
Adolescence is a fascinating and complex time of rapid growth and change. During this transition, life can sometimes be overwhelming and present new challenges. For over 17 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field working with young children and adolescents with a variety of issues. My person-centered approach to counseling integrates a variety of counseling modalities and techniques. Working in a collaborative partnership with parents, my goal is to empower youth and children to discover their inner strengths, build on personal successes and utilize healthy decision-making skills to navigate their life path.
Adolescence is a fascinating and complex time of rapid growth and change. During this transition, life can sometimes be overwhelming and present new challenges. For over 17 years I have been a counselor in the mental health field working with young children and adolescents with a variety of issues. My person-centered approach to counseling integrates a variety of counseling modalities and techniques. Working in a collaborative partnership with parents, my goal is to empower youth and children to discover their inner strengths, build on personal successes and utilize healthy decision-making skills to navigate their life path.
(832) 241-8290 View (832) 241-8290
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Tatiana Fincham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
Welcome! My name is Tatiana and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have spent over the last ten years helping my clients navigate feelings of anxiety, loneliness, grief, and depression. I'm here to help you address heavy subjects, such as trauma, mortality, abuse, and neglect. Through our therapeutic relationship, I want to help you reach your goals. Whether your goal is to overcome trauma, navigate complex relationships, or take time to explore how you want to shape your life-I am here to create a healing, nurturing partnership to achieve these goals.
Welcome! My name is Tatiana and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have spent over the last ten years helping my clients navigate feelings of anxiety, loneliness, grief, and depression. I'm here to help you address heavy subjects, such as trauma, mortality, abuse, and neglect. Through our therapeutic relationship, I want to help you reach your goals. Whether your goal is to overcome trauma, navigate complex relationships, or take time to explore how you want to shape your life-I am here to create a healing, nurturing partnership to achieve these goals.
(281) 957-6749 View (281) 957-6749
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Brian James Kearns
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Friendswood, TX 77546
I seek to understand each Child or Adolescent as a unique individual with different ways they may view and react to their world. Accurate assessment of their issues and psychological needs is important. I devise a treatment plan for the best therapeutic approach to rapidly and successfully address their issues. I work to empower people including families with the skills and techniques for personal and behavioral success.
I seek to understand each Child or Adolescent as a unique individual with different ways they may view and react to their world. Accurate assessment of their issues and psychological needs is important. I devise a treatment plan for the best therapeutic approach to rapidly and successfully address their issues. I work to empower people including families with the skills and techniques for personal and behavioral success.
(346) 666-6752 View (346) 666-6752
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Friendswood Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
We are so glad today you have taken that important first step in reaching out for support to bridge the gap between where you currently are to where you want to be in your life. There are numerous reasons people seek out counseling services and we appreciate you considering us for your counseling needs. We would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals. Daytime & evening appts available. For more information, please visit our website at www.friendswoodcc.com
We are so glad today you have taken that important first step in reaching out for support to bridge the gap between where you currently are to where you want to be in your life. There are numerous reasons people seek out counseling services and we appreciate you considering us for your counseling needs. We would be honored to have the opportunity to work with you in achieving your goals. Daytime & evening appts available. For more information, please visit our website at www.friendswoodcc.com
(281) 524-3057 View (281) 524-3057
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Andrea R. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546  (Online Only)
With over twelve years refining her craft as master of the nervous system, Andrea is dedicated to empowering clients to reclaim their authentic, sovereign selves. Through a psychology-backed methodology tailored to the complexity of the striving feminine psyche, Andrea midwives rapid yet organic shifts. Her clients blossom into their regulated, relaxed identity with newfound ease and grace. As an in-demand speaker and pioneering thought leader cultivating extraordinary self-actualization in record time, Andrea and her clients are living proof that conscious personal evolution need not be gradual when you heal subconscious wounds.
With over twelve years refining her craft as master of the nervous system, Andrea is dedicated to empowering clients to reclaim their authentic, sovereign selves. Through a psychology-backed methodology tailored to the complexity of the striving feminine psyche, Andrea midwives rapid yet organic shifts. Her clients blossom into their regulated, relaxed identity with newfound ease and grace. As an in-demand speaker and pioneering thought leader cultivating extraordinary self-actualization in record time, Andrea and her clients are living proof that conscious personal evolution need not be gradual when you heal subconscious wounds.
(832) 662-2654 View (832) 662-2654
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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.