Mindfulness-based Therapy

Mindfulness-based approaches to therapy lead with mindfulness, promoting the practice as an important part of good mental health. Mindfulness is the psychological process of bringing one's attention to the internal and external experiences occurring in the present moment, which can be developed through the practice of meditation and other training. Simply put, mindfulness encourages and teaches us to fully live in the present moment. Through the practice of mindfulness we can learn to be present with our thoughts, emotions, relationships, and problems – and the more present we are, the more workable they become. It’s not about “positive thinking,” – it’s about not taking negative thoughts so seriously. Think this approach might be right for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s mindfulness-based therapy experts today.

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I have been practicing mindfulness for many years and am particularly fond of the work of Tara Brach, Ph.D. as well as Thich Hat Hanh.

— Eliot Altschul, Psychologist in Arcata, CA

I believe mindfulness teaches us how to increase our tolerance and patience, be more present, and encourages us to be intentional about our choices, and these are all concepts I implement in the work I do.

— Nicole Hendrickson, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Los Angeles, CA
 

Mindfulness-based therapy allows clients to react to events in a new way instead of a "normal" reaction. MBT allows clients to change their thought process and observe the events in your life. Instead of reacting to internal thoughts and ideas clients learn to accept what is going on in life and accept what is happening and accept what is.

— Cheryl Perry, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Charlotte, NC

I am drawn towards therapies that help us develop the ability to be more present in our lives. This often means being more present with our thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, urges & behaviors. As well as more present in our relationships. I find that Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Mindfulness-Based CBT & Expressive Arts Therapy can help us to practice feeling grounded, present, curious, nonjudgemental & more attuned.

— Lily Krutel, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Portland, OR
 

My first experience integrating mindfulness and therapy comes from my work in Dialectical Behavior Therapy. More recently I have been training in and applying mindfulness in the treatment of, for example, depression and anxiety.

— Jacomina Gerbrandij, Clinical Psychologist

Mindfulness is a way of being in the world that helps to increase our awareness of our behaviors, but also our choices and possibilities in changing our behaviors. The practice of mindfulness gives us space to breathe, to be, and to learn to approach our patterns with compassion and self-awareness. I teach mindfulness skills to clients, as well as working on my own ongoing practice in mindfulness. I have attended a MBSR-class and engage in ongoing learning on this topic.

— Kelley O'Hanlon, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Redmond, WA
 

To me, mindfulness is about being honest about what's true in the here-and-now rather than applying ideas about what "should" be. Together, we move past all the "shoulds" and work with the present moment to feel better and live more fully.

— Abigail Thompson, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in New York, NY
 

Anxiety, trauma, attachment struggles, and so many other issues result in separation within ourselves. Neuroscience-informed therapy counseling helps the client understand the connections between the brain, the body, and the spirit. Both Mindfulness and NIPT are counseling techniques that I am trained in that will help the person I work with reconnect these fundamental connections within as we learn how to rebuild, attach and heal.

— JoAngeli Kasper, Licensed Professional Counselor in Sherman, TX

Mindfulness plays a major role in my practice, as I believe it along with other positive psychology practices, like gratitude, can lead to deeper fulfillment. Through graduate and additional trainings, I have learned to effectively incorporate mindfulness with other modalities.

— Juli Walchuk, Mental Health Counselor in New York, NY
 

Mindfulness helps calm the mind and body, allowing space for healing and growth. By focusing on the present moment, you can reduce stress, ease tension, and desensitize your body’s heightened responses. I guide clients to connect with their inner strength through relaxation techniques and mindful awareness, fostering resilience and emotional balance.

— Katarina Serrano, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Wallingford, CT

Are you an Overthinker? Mindfulness can be a great set of ideas and techniques to help calm and quiet the mind, in addition to many other issues. It is similar to CBT but with a little more specific emphasis on increasing self-awareness and being present in the moment, not in the past or the future. It has a deep relaxation element to it, which I have always tried to incorporate into so many areas of therapy and in my own life. It can also be useful for many sexual areas as well.

— Monte Miller, Psychologist in Austin, TX
 

I use an approach called Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). MBCT combines principles of cognitive behavioral therapy with classical mindfulness techniques to help interrupt patterns of negative thinking and increase body based present focused awareness. This helps to slow things down, feel more grounded, and consider life events with greater focus, clarity, curiosity, empathy, and insight.

— Matthew Silverstein, Clinical Psychologist

As a yoga and mindfulness instructor, I have an immense amount of experience and tools to share with clients. I offer a wide range of proven grounding, integrating and mindfulness practices to help clients manage anxiety, process emotions, and connect with their patners. I have training in and use a somatic (body-based) approach when appropriate, helping clients explore how various bodily sensations are linked to their emotional experience.

— Jane Thibodeau, Somatic Psychotherapist, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Raleigh, NC
 

Mindfulness is a method of becoming more aware of yourself and your environment. You notice your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations in a nonjudgmental way. Mindfulness is always set in the present moment because that is the only time you can consciously direct your awareness moment by moment.

— Celia Tatman, Counselor in Matthews, NC, NC

Mindfulness skills are likely to appear in our work at some point. They allow us to develop the ability to be fully present in the moment, and in our bodies, relationships, and lives. It helps us cultivate patience and compassion, manage intense emotions without becoming overwhelmed, and shift self-defeating thoughts and habits. I offer both mindfulness-based therapy and mindfulness coaching for those who want to specifically focus on building these skills.

— Sarah Greenspan, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Rutland, VT
 

What we attend to grows. Mindfulness practices help to build new pathways in the brain and body - pathways focused on resources, strengths and wellness. I will teach you about the practice of mindfulness as well as why it is important and how to identify the most effective mindfulness practices for you. Everyone is different - no cookie cutter here.

— Heidi Gray, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in Virtual sessions, CA