Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in K4P
Jessica Pattemore
Registered Social Worker, RSW, PMH-C, PNL1
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greely, ON K4P (Online Only)
Life can be overwhelming, exhausting, and sometimes we feel like we just have too many responsibilities. Finding a therapist can be just another thing to do. My approach is straightforward and practical. I want you to come to our sessions as you are, in the mess of it all. Together we can sort through what is going on and help you find balance, set goals and achieve them to live the life that you want. No more just getting through the day, but to feel truly alive and thriving at every stage.
Life can be overwhelming, exhausting, and sometimes we feel like we just have too many responsibilities. Finding a therapist can be just another thing to do. My approach is straightforward and practical. I want you to come to our sessions as you are, in the mess of it all. Together we can sort through what is going on and help you find balance, set goals and achieve them to live the life that you want. No more just getting through the day, but to feel truly alive and thriving at every stage.
Julia Dubrovsky
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greely, ON K4P (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues or any one of many other life challenges, I offer a supportive space in which you'll feel safe sharing your greatest challenges, free of any judgment. We’ll work together to find an approach that best addresses your concerns, and fits with your values and lifestyle.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues or any one of many other life challenges, I offer a supportive space in which you'll feel safe sharing your greatest challenges, free of any judgment. We’ll work together to find an approach that best addresses your concerns, and fits with your values and lifestyle.
Cailin O'Rourke
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greely, ON K4P (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling exhausted by your relationship(s)? Maybe you've been feeling disconnected, isolated, overwhelmed... Or all of the above? It wasn't always this way, perhaps you used to smile and laugh more often, but lately, it all seems strained. Even if you do spend time together, you might not even be sure what to say. You want your relationship back, you want the life you've built together to feel more balanced, more peaceful and more fun.
Are you tired of feeling exhausted by your relationship(s)? Maybe you've been feeling disconnected, isolated, overwhelmed... Or all of the above? It wasn't always this way, perhaps you used to smile and laugh more often, but lately, it all seems strained. Even if you do spend time together, you might not even be sure what to say. You want your relationship back, you want the life you've built together to feel more balanced, more peaceful and more fun.
Danik Bernier: EMDR Intensives
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Greely, ON K4P
I help stressed out postpartum moms and moms who had a rough childhood become the mother they want to be. The birth of your baby didn't go as planned and you feel like you're already failing at motherhood. You can't help but keep an eye on your sleeping baby at night, just to look at the little tummy go up and down. You thought adjusting to a new baby would be tough but turns out it's actually parenting your toddler that is triggering the heck out of your childhood wounds. You are not alone. There is help, I provide bilingual therapy for postpartum moms and moms who want to break the trauma cycle in Ontario (English and French).
I help stressed out postpartum moms and moms who had a rough childhood become the mother they want to be. The birth of your baby didn't go as planned and you feel like you're already failing at motherhood. You can't help but keep an eye on your sleeping baby at night, just to look at the little tummy go up and down. You thought adjusting to a new baby would be tough but turns out it's actually parenting your toddler that is triggering the heck out of your childhood wounds. You are not alone. There is help, I provide bilingual therapy for postpartum moms and moms who want to break the trauma cycle in Ontario (English and French).
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
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 behaviour 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 behaviours 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 behavioural habits.