Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Daly City, CA

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Gabrielle Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I am trained in CBT, DBT style, solution-focused, strength-based, and mindfulness techniques.
Hi! My name is Gabrielle Gray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sonoma County, California, and working with clients statewide through telehealth. I work with teens and adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am comfortable working with all ages, from teens to the elderly. I have experience working with a wide range of illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. I do well working on relationship troubles, life transitions, problem-solving, and more.
I am trained in CBT, DBT style, solution-focused, strength-based, and mindfulness techniques.
Hi! My name is Gabrielle Gray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sonoma County, California, and working with clients statewide through telehealth. I work with teens and adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am comfortable working with all ages, from teens to the elderly. I have experience working with a wide range of illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. I do well working on relationship troubles, life transitions, problem-solving, and more.
(650) 648-7359 View (650) 648-7359
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Lucas Hendrickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
I love to provide mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Lucas Hendrickson, LMFT. My main concerns are your safety and your growth at your speed. I have a wealth of experience and knowledge from coaching to deep emotional processing to EMDR. I will bring all my experience and knowledge to you so you get what you want from therapy. I can just sit with you in silence if that is what you need or give you suggestions and homework if that is how you learn best. My mission is Love. I work best with clients who wish to change, even if they don't know how. I have worked with women, and the LBGTQ+ community for many years as well.
I love to provide mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Lucas Hendrickson, LMFT. My main concerns are your safety and your growth at your speed. I have a wealth of experience and knowledge from coaching to deep emotional processing to EMDR. I will bring all my experience and knowledge to you so you get what you want from therapy. I can just sit with you in silence if that is what you need or give you suggestions and homework if that is how you learn best. My mission is Love. I work best with clients who wish to change, even if they don't know how. I have worked with women, and the LBGTQ+ community for many years as well.
(650) 547-7828 View (650) 547-7828
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Danni Goodmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015  (Online Only)
I use a variety of approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, ACT, and experiential therapies.
Therapy can be a space to release emotions and recognize patterns that can keep you from living your best life. As an experienced clinical psychologist, my role is to help you identify what that may be holding you back from being your best self. Together, we will work on a tailored approach for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions. I strive to create a collaborate space where you feel safe to learn more about yourself.
I use a variety of approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, ACT, and experiential therapies.
Therapy can be a space to release emotions and recognize patterns that can keep you from living your best life. As an experienced clinical psychologist, my role is to help you identify what that may be holding you back from being your best self. Together, we will work on a tailored approach for a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal challenges, and life transitions. I strive to create a collaborate space where you feel safe to learn more about yourself.
(650) 910-1847 View (650) 910-1847
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Jessica Gilligan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94014
I'm also trained in EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
Hello, I'm Jessica Gilligan, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, young adults (18-25 yrs. old), and their parents/family members. I value holding a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients, so they can process whatever they need to, and find solutions that work for them. I have the most experience treating teens and young adults with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ topics, Anger Management, and Communication/Social Skill development. I'm comfortable providing individual and/or group therapy.
I'm also trained in EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
Hello, I'm Jessica Gilligan, and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10 years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, young adults (18-25 yrs. old), and their parents/family members. I value holding a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients, so they can process whatever they need to, and find solutions that work for them. I have the most experience treating teens and young adults with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem, LGBTQIA+ topics, Anger Management, and Communication/Social Skill development. I'm comfortable providing individual and/or group therapy.
(661) 338-5312 View (661) 338-5312
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Laura Crutchfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Hello. I'm Laura. I've been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1999. It never ceases to amaze me how resilient people are when faced with difficult situations and times and I cherish being part of finding skills and strengths to reconnect them to their best selves. I seek to discover what therapeutic approach works best for you. I use Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, Client-Centered, and a variety of strategies to help gain a greater understanding of self and others that leads to greater satisfaction in and with life.
Hello. I'm Laura. I've been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1999. It never ceases to amaze me how resilient people are when faced with difficult situations and times and I cherish being part of finding skills and strengths to reconnect them to their best selves. I seek to discover what therapeutic approach works best for you. I use Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, Client-Centered, and a variety of strategies to help gain a greater understanding of self and others that leads to greater satisfaction in and with life.
(951) 418-2682 View (951) 418-2682
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Anthony Cavuoti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I use proven, grounded and establish processes to assist you in this journey such as attachment theory, psychodynamic, emotional cognitive behavior therapy/dialectical therapy/ mindfulness.
Thank you for this first step, my name is Anthony Cavuoti, my preferred name is Athena Theodora, take a journey with me to what I have to offer you starting from your first session, we will develop a solid rapport that metaphorically is the salad tree trunk made out of neutral respect and trust and the in born flexible strengths needed to meet the challenges necessary to develop strategies, self-regulation tools, insight attitudes, motivation, curiosity and the staying power to connect with yourself and others more fully so as to live a more satisfying life.
I use proven, grounded and establish processes to assist you in this journey such as attachment theory, psychodynamic, emotional cognitive behavior therapy/dialectical therapy/ mindfulness.
Thank you for this first step, my name is Anthony Cavuoti, my preferred name is Athena Theodora, take a journey with me to what I have to offer you starting from your first session, we will develop a solid rapport that metaphorically is the salad tree trunk made out of neutral respect and trust and the in born flexible strengths needed to meet the challenges necessary to develop strategies, self-regulation tools, insight attitudes, motivation, curiosity and the staying power to connect with yourself and others more fully so as to live a more satisfying life.
(951) 899-0520 View (951) 899-0520
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Tessa Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
We flourish when we are alive in our bodies, awake in the world, aligned with our values, and grounded with a sense of purpose. As a Certified Hakomi therapist, I combine Western psychotherapy with mindfulness-based somatic practices. I offer a safe space to explore your concerns, and combine a gentle presence with an active approach to facilitating change. I am certified in EMDR and have training in Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy; all of which facilitate a deeper sense of embodied wholeness and presence.
We flourish when we are alive in our bodies, awake in the world, aligned with our values, and grounded with a sense of purpose. As a Certified Hakomi therapist, I combine Western psychotherapy with mindfulness-based somatic practices. I offer a safe space to explore your concerns, and combine a gentle presence with an active approach to facilitating change. I am certified in EMDR and have training in Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy; all of which facilitate a deeper sense of embodied wholeness and presence.
(855) 532-2793 View (855) 532-2793
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Svadhyaya Psychotherapy, Inc
Psychologist, PhD, RYT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
We'll identify where you feel stuck and work towards resolution through increased mindfulness.
As a psychologist and certified yoga instructor, I utilize dialogue and body-centered techniques to facilitate my clients' understanding and awareness of themselves at the physical and psychological level. For example, when we move more deeply into our awareness of our bodies and our breath, we can experience a shift in our way of thinking about ourselves, our world, and our relationship to one another. Likewise, through a deeper understanding of how our mind works, we find ourselves moving deeper into our bodies and experiencing more flexibility, balance, strength and well-being.
We'll identify where you feel stuck and work towards resolution through increased mindfulness.
As a psychologist and certified yoga instructor, I utilize dialogue and body-centered techniques to facilitate my clients' understanding and awareness of themselves at the physical and psychological level. For example, when we move more deeply into our awareness of our bodies and our breath, we can experience a shift in our way of thinking about ourselves, our world, and our relationship to one another. Likewise, through a deeper understanding of how our mind works, we find ourselves moving deeper into our bodies and experiencing more flexibility, balance, strength and well-being.
(415) 689-9661 View (415) 689-9661
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Elissa Meryl
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
My work as a psychologist is informed by my interest in yoga, dance and meditation and the benefits of bringing greater mindfulness to all aspects of life.
While you can't always avoid the challenges that arise in your life, you do have choices about how you address them. My approach draws from the idea that there is much to learn from these struggles, and that by decreasing the shame that makes it hard for you to face yourself, you create opportunities for making real and enduring changes in your life. But you don't have to do this alone.
My work as a psychologist is informed by my interest in yoga, dance and meditation and the benefits of bringing greater mindfulness to all aspects of life.
While you can't always avoid the challenges that arise in your life, you do have choices about how you address them. My approach draws from the idea that there is much to learn from these struggles, and that by decreasing the shame that makes it hard for you to face yourself, you create opportunities for making real and enduring changes in your life. But you don't have to do this alone.
(415) 508-8845 View (415) 508-8845
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Mary Jean (Mj) Paris
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Additionally, I have been a meditator for many years and also use a mindfulness-based approach to help my patients discover their true natures and what they truly believe.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty years of psychotherapy experience. I've come to view what I do as an unique and specialized form of education. I "teach" not so much by telling people what to do (although good advice can sometimes be very useful), but by offering supportive, empathic and honest feedback. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief.
Additionally, I have been a meditator for many years and also use a mindfulness-based approach to help my patients discover their true natures and what they truly believe.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over thirty years of psychotherapy experience. I've come to view what I do as an unique and specialized form of education. I "teach" not so much by telling people what to do (although good advice can sometimes be very useful), but by offering supportive, empathic and honest feedback. Individuals and problems are unique; sometimes solution oriented approaches are warranted, and other times insight and exploration help to provide clarification and relief.
(650) 385-8070 View (650) 385-8070
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Dr. Helge Osterhold
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94015
I previously taught at UCSF School of Medicine and founded and directed a program for Mindfulness and Resiliency for physicians, nurses and other caregivers at UCSF Children's Hospital.
I'm an integrative psychotherapist working with individuals and couples. My approach is warm and interactive, providing a supportive environment where you can reflect and develop new ways of handling the life challenges you are facing. The focus of my practice is twofold: relationship issues and life transitions (for example: changes in relationships, career changes, relocation, pregnancy, child birth and parenting, facing illness, trauma and loss, as well as seeking more meaning and deeper fulfillment in life). I have extensive experience working with people who immigrated to the US or are of diverse cultural backgrounds.
I previously taught at UCSF School of Medicine and founded and directed a program for Mindfulness and Resiliency for physicians, nurses and other caregivers at UCSF Children's Hospital.
I'm an integrative psychotherapist working with individuals and couples. My approach is warm and interactive, providing a supportive environment where you can reflect and develop new ways of handling the life challenges you are facing. The focus of my practice is twofold: relationship issues and life transitions (for example: changes in relationships, career changes, relocation, pregnancy, child birth and parenting, facing illness, trauma and loss, as well as seeking more meaning and deeper fulfillment in life). I have extensive experience working with people who immigrated to the US or are of diverse cultural backgrounds.
(650) 450-8918 View (650) 450-8918
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Mary McDermott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, LPCC, RYT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Blending features of cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques, I can teach you to accept thoughts and feelings without judgment.
I work integrating the mind, body, and spirit, you can become more connected to yourself and better able to respond to life as it occurs. I specialize in helping people reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, heal from trauma, manage difficult life transitions and go through the process of grief and loss. In conjunction with therapy I work with people individually integrating the techniques of yoga, breathing, meditation and nutrition. I will help you to develop or deepen an individualized lifestyle that suits your needs.
Blending features of cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques, I can teach you to accept thoughts and feelings without judgment.
I work integrating the mind, body, and spirit, you can become more connected to yourself and better able to respond to life as it occurs. I specialize in helping people reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, heal from trauma, manage difficult life transitions and go through the process of grief and loss. In conjunction with therapy I work with people individually integrating the techniques of yoga, breathing, meditation and nutrition. I will help you to develop or deepen an individualized lifestyle that suits your needs.
(415) 800-1999 View (415) 800-1999
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Jo Burrows
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94014
Together we explore topics such as emotional intelligence, the neuroscience of emotions, and explore ways to integrate mindfulness and acknowledgement practices into everyday life.
Life is increasingly busy and complex. Compassionate Brain Life Coaching (CPLC), helps you to press the pause button, slow down and remember and or newly discover who you are. Science tells us that our brains at rest are actually programmed to be happy. But it sure doesn't always feel that way. CBLC equips you with the cognitive and mindfulness tools to counter the self-critic and manage difficult times. I will help you identify, name and validate the places you go under stress, with a view to exploring what works and creating newly, including moving from surviving to thriving.
Together we explore topics such as emotional intelligence, the neuroscience of emotions, and explore ways to integrate mindfulness and acknowledgement practices into everyday life.
Life is increasingly busy and complex. Compassionate Brain Life Coaching (CPLC), helps you to press the pause button, slow down and remember and or newly discover who you are. Science tells us that our brains at rest are actually programmed to be happy. But it sure doesn't always feel that way. CBLC equips you with the cognitive and mindfulness tools to counter the self-critic and manage difficult times. I will help you identify, name and validate the places you go under stress, with a view to exploring what works and creating newly, including moving from surviving to thriving.
(510) 306-7232 View (510) 306-7232
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Nancy Adams Langley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
I have been a meditator for 20 years (Vipassana) and bring a mindfulness focus to my work as a result.
If you have made it to this website, you are already on your way to resolving your conflict. My primary work is with adults and couples struggling with relationship and career issues. I also specialize in mood disorders (anxiety and depression), loss and grief and in decision making. I focus on helping individuals and couples to bring awareness ( mindfulness) to their feelings, bodies, moods and dreams to access their insight. From this insight, behavioral change can be explored and implemented. I provide both short and long term treatment. My style is interactive and I sometimes suggest behavioral homework.
I have been a meditator for 20 years (Vipassana) and bring a mindfulness focus to my work as a result.
If you have made it to this website, you are already on your way to resolving your conflict. My primary work is with adults and couples struggling with relationship and career issues. I also specialize in mood disorders (anxiety and depression), loss and grief and in decision making. I focus on helping individuals and couples to bring awareness ( mindfulness) to their feelings, bodies, moods and dreams to access their insight. From this insight, behavioral change can be explored and implemented. I provide both short and long term treatment. My style is interactive and I sometimes suggest behavioral homework.
(650) 209-7975 View (650) 209-7975
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Diana Halfmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94015
I'm trained in and offer mindfulness practices, somatic interventions, CBT, expressive arts, as well as have a deep understanding of family systems and attachment styles so you will be able to understand your (or your child's) adaptive strategies and make the changes in the present to live your highest potential.
I’m certified in Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for adults from Integrative Psychiatry Institute. I have also throughly enjoyed working with children, teens, & families for 19+ yrs. I listen with the intent of thoroughly understanding your concerns, unhealthy patterns, what is keeping you stuck, as well as your vision for what you want more of in life. I get that as a parent, it’s hard to watch your child struggle with emotional dysregulation & show signs of low self-esteem. We’ll work collaboratively to come up with more interventions & behavioral plans to help your child develop and deepen their skills.
I'm trained in and offer mindfulness practices, somatic interventions, CBT, expressive arts, as well as have a deep understanding of family systems and attachment styles so you will be able to understand your (or your child's) adaptive strategies and make the changes in the present to live your highest potential.
I’m certified in Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for adults from Integrative Psychiatry Institute. I have also throughly enjoyed working with children, teens, & families for 19+ yrs. I listen with the intent of thoroughly understanding your concerns, unhealthy patterns, what is keeping you stuck, as well as your vision for what you want more of in life. I get that as a parent, it’s hard to watch your child struggle with emotional dysregulation & show signs of low self-esteem. We’ll work collaboratively to come up with more interventions & behavioral plans to help your child develop and deepen their skills.
(415) 524-7921 View (415) 524-7921
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Anne Diedrich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94015
I have trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
I trust that people come to therapy seeking a more authentic happiness; and I work as best as I can to help clients let go of concepts and mistaken views of themselves that have led to more pain and confusion. I work with individuals, couples, children and families, bringing warmth and understanding to the relationships and life problems that surround us. Sometimes the first call is the most difficult. I am often available to speak briefly or will return your call as soon as possible, making the next steps and new perspectives possible.
I have trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
I trust that people come to therapy seeking a more authentic happiness; and I work as best as I can to help clients let go of concepts and mistaken views of themselves that have led to more pain and confusion. I work with individuals, couples, children and families, bringing warmth and understanding to the relationships and life problems that surround us. Sometimes the first call is the most difficult. I am often available to speak briefly or will return your call as soon as possible, making the next steps and new perspectives possible.
(415) 944-3945 View (415) 944-3945
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David Jay Goldman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
With the goal of creating deep and lasting change, my work often entails using mindfulness and body awareness to help clients think more clearly, feel more balanced, and act more effectively.
'Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?' - Mary Oliver. Choosing a therapist can be an intimidating process and reaching out for help can be uncomfortable, but we all need support in order to thrive. Within a warm, open and compassionate environment, my practice helps clients make sense of the challenges they face and use this understanding to navigate their lives with increased resilience and grace.
With the goal of creating deep and lasting change, my work often entails using mindfulness and body awareness to help clients think more clearly, feel more balanced, and act more effectively.
'Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?' - Mary Oliver. Choosing a therapist can be an intimidating process and reaching out for help can be uncomfortable, but we all need support in order to thrive. Within a warm, open and compassionate environment, my practice helps clients make sense of the challenges they face and use this understanding to navigate their lives with increased resilience and grace.
(415) 942-8947 View (415) 942-8947
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Nancy Scotton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
Many years of Mindfulness training.
I am available for telehealth appointments with current clients and those who have worked with me in the past.
Many years of Mindfulness training.
I am available for telehealth appointments with current clients and those who have worked with me in the past.
(415) 689-8984 View (415) 689-8984
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Prof. Monica Watts Franciosa
Pre-Licensed Professional, NCC AP , DSc, MAMF, CBGT, NLP
Verified Verified
Daly City, CA 94015
My goal as a certified peer specialist is to guide resources & Traditional Mindfulness Counseling with a Educational approach trained in various certification modalities:Homeopathy, CBT, Hypno-Sis, Brain Fitness) collaborating with your Medical or Social care services offering a customized Holistic Team approach to " Optimize the quality of your life.
Why my practice is different than all other services? The Integrative and Alternative Wellness coaching for Mental Hygiene &Substance Abuse providing support as a peer guide to remedies & shared experience to naturally help life challenges. Our Consultants who are experts in psychology will contact you (See the profiles website) We deal with all kinds of mental hygiene problems like fears, disappointment, depression, sadness, guilt, breakups, financial problems, divorce, anger, stress, anxiety, inferiority complex, self-confidence issues, poor self-image, lack of motivation, loneliness and any other problem you could imagine.
My goal as a certified peer specialist is to guide resources & Traditional Mindfulness Counseling with a Educational approach trained in various certification modalities:Homeopathy, CBT, Hypno-Sis, Brain Fitness) collaborating with your Medical or Social care services offering a customized Holistic Team approach to " Optimize the quality of your life.
Why my practice is different than all other services? The Integrative and Alternative Wellness coaching for Mental Hygiene &Substance Abuse providing support as a peer guide to remedies & shared experience to naturally help life challenges. Our Consultants who are experts in psychology will contact you (See the profiles website) We deal with all kinds of mental hygiene problems like fears, disappointment, depression, sadness, guilt, breakups, financial problems, divorce, anger, stress, anxiety, inferiority complex, self-confidence issues, poor self-image, lack of motivation, loneliness and any other problem you could imagine.
(707) 470-7371 View (707) 470-7371
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Laura Jessen
Counselor, LIMHP, MSE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Daly City, CA 94014
Waitlist for new clients
I use a client-centered, holistic approach to therapy while incorporating CBT, DBT, Play, Mindfulness, Emotion Code, and Creative Expression into treatment.
I understand that life presents many challenges. My goal is for my clients to develop peace with themselves, calmness, tranquility, confidence, and strength. I believe if you want to help others heal, love them unconditional.
I use a client-centered, holistic approach to therapy while incorporating CBT, DBT, Play, Mindfulness, Emotion Code, and Creative Expression into treatment.
I understand that life presents many challenges. My goal is for my clients to develop peace with themselves, calmness, tranquility, confidence, and strength. I believe if you want to help others heal, love them unconditional.
(402) 741-6291 View (402) 741-6291
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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.