Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Oren Raz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
I incorporate the insights of attachment theory, Mindfulness and interpersonal neurobiology, while focusing on the healing power of the relationship.
My goal is to provide a warm, caring, respectful, and compassionate environment to help you uncover the roots of emotional pain, suffer and unlock pathways for joyous, resilient, and meaningful living. My core values are: kindness, compassion, respect, and understanding. Within this kind of relationship, deep healing naturally unfolds, transforming cycles of abuse, neglect, addiction, depression, and anxiety, to make way for fulfilling relationships,peaceful existence and wellness.
(323) 315-0600
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Los Angeles, CA 90048
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Sara Loughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I earned my Masters in Social Work from USC and have trained in mindfulness at UCLA.
I am happy to see the recent focus on the importance of mental health. After a pandemic, difficult social change, and economic uncertainty, it is normal to feel anxiety about the future. I am "down to earth" and "easy to talk to" which helps people work through issues more deeply. Using evidence-based approaches, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness , and humanistic psychology to help clients move forward in meaningful ways. I tailor therapy to each individual and include all aspects of a person's life, including family dynamics, cultural factors, job / financial pressures, coping skills and health/ wellness.
(323) 988-0270
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Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Susan Yuen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have been passionate about helping those suffering with the impact of life's challenges for over 20 years. I have worked in a psychiatric hospital, an intensive outpatient facility, in various schools, a non-profit agency for foster children, and maintained a private practice for over 10 years. I utilize Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Compassion Focused therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction therapy to help people transform their wounds into wisdom so they can live lives of hope, courage, and freedom.
(424) 477-3894
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Los Angeles, CA 90024
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C J Anderson
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I use a compassionate, mindfulness -based approach to help clients manage stress, maintain a healthier mood, and refine their practices around self-care, relationships, and work.
It can be challenging to maintain a healthy mood these days. Much of the information we navigate is designed to hijack us with fear of the future or regret from the past. Practicing Mindfulness is a bridge to reality. It can help us understand those fears and regrets, so we can focus on what's actually happening. Then we can consider the things we actually have some control over, and begin making better-informed choices for our own wellbeing.
(323) 987-4460
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Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Sylvia Messina Bercovici
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I use individual psychotherapy, EMDR,* mindfulness meditation, and somatic therapy in the self-healing mind approach.
I am interested in treating people whose potential is hindered by negative concepts of themselves imprinted in childhood (through traumatic experiences or neglect of basic emotional needs) and who frequently suffer from symptoms like chronic depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. I am committed to helping these individuals attain a sense of self that brings them happiness and fulfillment. My basic perspective is that the human mind possesses the capacity to heal itself, if guided in the right way. I have explored various methods and approaches to helping the mind restore its basic wholeness.
(310) 340-7125
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Los Angeles, CA 90077
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Hayli Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I absolutely love helping clients to connect with their bodies through mindfulness exercises and deep breathing techniques.
Hi, my name is Hayli Evans and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT118692) specializing in working with survivors of trauma. I use a trauma-informed, holistic, and collaborative approach to therapy, integrating the body, mind, and spirit into the healing process. I am passionate about working with adults struggling with issues related to trauma, PTSD, sexual assault, substance abuse, stress management, anxiety, depression, sex, relationships, and communication.
(818) 350-5689
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Los Angeles, CA 90029
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Amanda King
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Through curiosity and mindfulness , I help my clients bridge the parts of them that are stuck emotionally and parts of them that are hard working at self analysis and being "on" for others.
You seem like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed by the struggle to meet your own unrealistic expectations for yourself. You feel weighed down by shame and can’t shake the feeling that something is inherently wrong with you, or that certain parts of you are unacceptable or unforgivable. You try to numb away this feeling with distractions, which might look like addictive tendencies such as workaholism, entering into unhealthy relationships, and overuse of drugs and alcohol.
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Los Angeles, CA 90042
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Stephanie J Hubbard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I offer in person, outdoor garden sessions and do phone when needed. I laugh a lot with my clients and even though sometimes the work can be painful, my clients usually begin to feel better and keep coming. I work well with creative people, BIPOC, and across the spectrums of straight to LBGTQ - and mono to poly. With specializations in Psychoanalytic, and Jungian therapy, I also draw on mindfulness and narrative approaches to help you thrive. I collaborate with your highest functioning self to support your confused, critical, scared young parts. The psyche is resilient and thrives on love and therapeutic attention.
(323) 999-5341
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Los Angeles, CA 90016
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Denny Pleimann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic style is engaging and directive, combining a holistic approach with training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness based stress reduction, post induction therapy for trauma, and informed knowledge and application of 12-step recovery tools and spiritual principles.
I invite you to reach out and call if your interested in embarking on a journey of self-discovery and change in a comfortable environment filled with kindness, understanding, laughter and hope. Choosing a therapist that "fits" can be challenging. My unique style, knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion are qualities that support and encourage the development of practical healing strategies to deal with relationship conflict, developmental trauma, addiction, depression, and anxiety issues, career/occupational stress, and LGBT concerns. Transforming difficulties into opportunities for growth, connection, improved passion and potential is the key to effective therapy.
(310) 299-8097
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Los Angeles, CA 90066
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Chelsea Canning, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCM, C-ASWCM
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
Mindfulness -Based Therapy Certified.
We all need a little help from time to time to pull ourselves out of our...grief, trauma, depression, confusing thoughts, self criticism, intense feelings, and improve our relationship with ourselves. Helping ease your painful moments is the most important work we can accomplish together. Sometimes we just need someone to stand by us, assure us that it's going to be okay and guide us through the tough parts. Please give me a call today, we can see how to work together for a better quality of life.
(424) 338-9400
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Los Angeles, CA 90064
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Cherise Small
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Cherise’s treatment approach is integrative, with the use of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy.
Are you feeling high levels of anxiety, worry or stress. Do you need someone to help you better understand your feelings and emotions? Some times life can be overwhelming and additional support is needed. Cherise is here to support you. Cherise’s treatment areas include life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma and stress. Cherise possess the unique skills of relatability, compassion, understanding coupled with clinical knowledge and expertise that will support you and provide you with the tools to cope with everyday life.
(213) 816-7408
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Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Maxwell Rappoport
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach combined with mindfulness and strength-based, goal oriented interventions.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a unique background combining general clinical psychological practice with performance psychology and human optimization. Whether your aims are to achieve peak performance, improve your relationships, garner a deeper sense of self-understanding, to surmount tangible/specific problems, or to simply explore and uncover blind spots, I can offer support in those endeavors while helping to usher in lasting change and resilience.
(424) 500-3013
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Los Angeles, CA 90034
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Nina Singh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I take an integrative approach and weave CBT, mindfulness practices and somatic techniques with other orientations.
Welcome! I applaud you for beginning the search for a therapist. Maybe you have found your way here because you are going through a tough time. Possibly you are feeling more anxious or depressed than usual. Perhaps an important relationship is causing you stress. Or maybe you have just decided to learn more about yourself. Whatever the reason, I want to understand your story and who you are.
(213) 652-6418
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Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Janelle Matthews
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I lead with psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness -based treatment methods.
Hello! I am most interested to get to know you. I work with adults across the developmental spectrum who may be suffering, struggling, and seeking. My clinical experience includes treatment to those with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, psychiatric crisis, intimacy deficits, and sex-related problems. I will assist you in developing a comprehensive understanding of the factors impacting your mental health. Collaboratively, we will establish integrative strategies to alleviate distress, renew capacity for secure attachments, and increase your agency for self-regulation and fulfillment.
(213) 486-3616
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Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Sterling Walker
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Throughout our lives, we all have experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, and anger. These emotions leave you feeling insecure, shameful, lonely, unworthy and stuck in unhealthy patterns of behavior. Trauma can have negative emotional and physical effects and can lead to family/relationship issues. I specialize in solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and CBT. These approaches allow me to work with the client to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression and other health/behavioral issues.
(310) 879-5156
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Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Camille Petty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My goal in therapy is to walk alongside you on this journey, to be a guide and helper. I believe that every person is an expert in their own life. I see therapy as a space to redefine one’s core beliefs – I am unlovable, I am unworthy – and create positive change. I utilize a person-centered therapeutic approach while incorporating components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, Narrative Exposure, Trauma-Informed Therapies & Mindfulness -Based techniques. I specialize in working with folks who have experienced complex trauma.
(310) 299-9238
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Los Angeles, CA 90024
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Ashley Ward
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I have thorough training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor that specializes in Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, and Post Traumatic Disorder. I have about 8 years of experience of working in the mental health field.
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Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Jaclyn Simon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I draw from a blend of evidence-based modalities, including mindfulness training, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic/body scan techniques.
Are you having a rough time? I am here to support people going through life transitions, depression, anxiety, postpartum adjustment, chronic pain, attachment, trauma, health anxiety and people transitioning out of residential treatment centers.
(818) 873-0275
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Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Bonnie Greenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Using customized eclectic approaches; mindfulness , music, solution focused, neuroscience, trauma-informed care, EMDR and group therapy, I help clients discover their innate, creative potential resulting in a more satisfied, productive and meaningful life. I encourage self-expression, communication, and problem solving. With young children, I utilize play and art therapy to help them express and understand their feelings thus reducing their internal/external conflicts. With teenagers I often teach mindfulness and coping skills. I'm dedicated to helping each client fulfill their potential and achieve peace, well being and happiness.
(310) 706-2372
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Los Angeles, CA 90049
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Positive Psychology - Dr John Drimmer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I use Positive Psychology to inspire and improve lives. I'm told I'm warm, down to earth, and that I have a good sense of humor. . I believe therapy needs to show results. Not years later — but soon. I see both individuals and couples. My approach combines Positive Psychology and CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), with mindfulness and a powerful mix of the best approaches known to modern psychology. I take an uplifting holistic approach.
(424) 351-9144
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Los Angeles, CA 90049
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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.