Buddhist Therapists in Greeley, CO

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Cydney Swadinsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you’re looking for a therapy session where you can feel free to cuss, scream, cry, laugh, and everything in between- then I’m your girl. I aim to create a safe space for the things you’re worried about being misunderstood over, criticized for, seeking a deeper understanding of, and getting to know yourself and your mental health better. You and I will work together as a team to meet your goals, grow, and heal in the most -you- way possible.
If you’re looking for a therapy session where you can feel free to cuss, scream, cry, laugh, and everything in between- then I’m your girl. I aim to create a safe space for the things you’re worried about being misunderstood over, criticized for, seeking a deeper understanding of, and getting to know yourself and your mental health better. You and I will work together as a team to meet your goals, grow, and heal in the most -you- way possible.
(970) 500-2733 View (970) 500-2733
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Sophia Koinis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology; Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 & 2 (Trauma Themes & Developmental and Relational Themes); Death, Dying, and Mourning; Neurodivergent Somatics Part 1 & 2; Embodied Social Justice
I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or disconnection due to trauma, such as accidents, childhood wounding, identity-based wounding, or job-related stress/trauma. In a collaborative and warm space, we move at your pace to help big feelings settle. Together we gently listen to each part of your experience to shift unconscious patterns to awareness and choice. We will also build supportive resources you can use between sessions. I'm passionate about working with multicultural, LGBTQ, and neurodivergent folx and the overlapping challenges they navigate.
Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology; Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1 & 2 (Trauma Themes & Developmental and Relational Themes); Death, Dying, and Mourning; Neurodivergent Somatics Part 1 & 2; Embodied Social Justice
I work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or disconnection due to trauma, such as accidents, childhood wounding, identity-based wounding, or job-related stress/trauma. In a collaborative and warm space, we move at your pace to help big feelings settle. Together we gently listen to each part of your experience to shift unconscious patterns to awareness and choice. We will also build supportive resources you can use between sessions. I'm passionate about working with multicultural, LGBTQ, and neurodivergent folx and the overlapping challenges they navigate.
(970) 634-6978 View (970) 634-6978
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Jon Frederick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Serves Area
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
(720) 702-4307 View (720) 702-4307
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Denisse Manzano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Online Only
Hi! My name is Denisse Manzano and I'm a bilingual psychotherapist from Mexico City living in Denver. I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward in their lives or relationships. Many of my clients are thoughtful, open-minded, and curious about understanding themselves on a deeper level. A lot of my work focuses on helping clients identify unconscious patterns, past experiences, and relational dynamics that may be shaping the way they move through life so they can begin making choices from a place of awareness rather than repetition.
Hi! My name is Denisse Manzano and I'm a bilingual psychotherapist from Mexico City living in Denver. I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward in their lives or relationships. Many of my clients are thoughtful, open-minded, and curious about understanding themselves on a deeper level. A lot of my work focuses on helping clients identify unconscious patterns, past experiences, and relational dynamics that may be shaping the way they move through life so they can begin making choices from a place of awareness rather than repetition.
(720) 804-0865 View (720) 804-0865
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Jon Frederick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Serves Area
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
(720) 734-8435 View (720) 734-8435
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Life Counseling and Coaching
Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
As a two-career professional, Mark uniquely blends deep counseling expertise with decades of corporate and entrepreneurial experience—giving clients the best of both worlds. His approach to life counseling and coaching combines the rigor of evidence-based Western science with the wisdom of Eastern humanistic philosophy. Clients value his intuitive, empathic presence and down-to-earth style, as he employs practical techniques that empower them to feel capable in their everyday lives. When you work with Mark, you get a results-driven professional who serves as your counselor, life coach, and business mentor.
As a two-career professional, Mark uniquely blends deep counseling expertise with decades of corporate and entrepreneurial experience—giving clients the best of both worlds. His approach to life counseling and coaching combines the rigor of evidence-based Western science with the wisdom of Eastern humanistic philosophy. Clients value his intuitive, empathic presence and down-to-earth style, as he employs practical techniques that empower them to feel capable in their everyday lives. When you work with Mark, you get a results-driven professional who serves as your counselor, life coach, and business mentor.
(970) 825-1107 View (970) 825-1107
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Carrie Le Blanc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Immediate current availability 6/1/26 I am actively creating safe spaces for all populations that are seeking change and growth internally. I utilize creative approaches to help empower and guide individuals, couples, and families on their own path to change and recovery from challenges. Most recent trainings and focus includes: EMDR, trauma, mindfulness, compassion towards yourself and others, and creativity. I offer telehealth sessions to fit anyone's current needs. I also offer LPCC Supervision! Get paid with Medicaid and other insurances during your candidacy for your Colorado LPC!
Immediate current availability 6/1/26 I am actively creating safe spaces for all populations that are seeking change and growth internally. I utilize creative approaches to help empower and guide individuals, couples, and families on their own path to change and recovery from challenges. Most recent trainings and focus includes: EMDR, trauma, mindfulness, compassion towards yourself and others, and creativity. I offer telehealth sessions to fit anyone's current needs. I also offer LPCC Supervision! Get paid with Medicaid and other insurances during your candidacy for your Colorado LPC!
(541) 366-6914 View (541) 366-6914

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David Redish
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Using Buddhist psychology, somatic awareness, and parts work, we go beneath the patterns keeping you stuck and disconnected.
Helping New Dads Strengthen Their Relationships and Themselves. You're navigating a major life transition. New parenthood, identity shifts, relationship changes. You want to feel more grounded, connected, and authentic. You're not looking for quick fixes.
Using Buddhist psychology, somatic awareness, and parts work, we go beneath the patterns keeping you stuck and disconnected.
Helping New Dads Strengthen Their Relationships and Themselves. You're navigating a major life transition. New parenthood, identity shifts, relationship changes. You want to feel more grounded, connected, and authentic. You're not looking for quick fixes.
(720) 575-3767 View (720) 575-3767
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Orrin Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
I work with adults of all backgrounds and identities, with an emphasis on mindfulness and the healing power of the therapeutic relationship. I welcome people struggling with anxiety, depression, excessive worry, relationship issues, in spiritual crisis, or simply weighed down by the general heaviness of existence. I view therapy as an explorative process into the self, a journey that client and therapist traverse together. I place emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, using it as a lens by which to learn about how we exist in relationship with, and to others.
I work with adults of all backgrounds and identities, with an emphasis on mindfulness and the healing power of the therapeutic relationship. I welcome people struggling with anxiety, depression, excessive worry, relationship issues, in spiritual crisis, or simply weighed down by the general heaviness of existence. I view therapy as an explorative process into the self, a journey that client and therapist traverse together. I place emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, using it as a lens by which to learn about how we exist in relationship with, and to others.
(720) 702-1645 View (720) 702-1645
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Mackai Tapleshay
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I help people navigate the places in their life where they feel stuck. Whether it’s a job that doesn’t bring fulfillment, a dysfunctional relationship pattern that won’t stop repeating, the confusion that comes with navigating neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, HSP), or just a deep sense that you aren’t quite living as authentically as you could be - Feeling stuck is a state of suffering that is as uncomfortable as it is draining. I work with clients who are motivated to move forward, but (for whatever reason) just can't. I work with people who want to exist in a way that's more fulfilling/richer/deeper, but don't know where to begin.
I help people navigate the places in their life where they feel stuck. Whether it’s a job that doesn’t bring fulfillment, a dysfunctional relationship pattern that won’t stop repeating, the confusion that comes with navigating neurodiversity (ADHD, ASD, HSP), or just a deep sense that you aren’t quite living as authentically as you could be - Feeling stuck is a state of suffering that is as uncomfortable as it is draining. I work with clients who are motivated to move forward, but (for whatever reason) just can't. I work with people who want to exist in a way that's more fulfilling/richer/deeper, but don't know where to begin.
(720) 734-8280 View (720) 734-8280
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Jigen Lindsey Wilkinson
Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you want to shift negative patterns that are holding you back? Reduce anxiety and depression? Therapy is a relationship that allows for an exploration into the deepest realms of the self in a nurturing space where you can be honest and open. We create a language for the practice of self-discovery and integration in the spirt of mutual growth and recovery; this looks different for every person. I use many techniques: talk therapy, somatic, EMDR, KAP, Parts work, mindfulness, cognitive, relational and attachment work. I am a contemplative psychotherapist who works from an integral framework, utilizing a non-pathologic view.
Do you want to shift negative patterns that are holding you back? Reduce anxiety and depression? Therapy is a relationship that allows for an exploration into the deepest realms of the self in a nurturing space where you can be honest and open. We create a language for the practice of self-discovery and integration in the spirt of mutual growth and recovery; this looks different for every person. I use many techniques: talk therapy, somatic, EMDR, KAP, Parts work, mindfulness, cognitive, relational and attachment work. I am a contemplative psychotherapist who works from an integral framework, utilizing a non-pathologic view.
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Tiv Adler
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, MTT
Online Only
You may have spent years trying to understand yourself, in therapy, in books, in spiritual pursuits and, and still feel stuck in patterns you can’t quite shift. Many of my clients are self-aware people living and coping with anxiety, burnout, masking, feeling “I know what to do, but I can’t do it.” or "regulation isn't enough". Many of my clients are queer, trans, and neurodivergent. I work with individuals and couples who want relationships that feel more honest, sustainable, and connected. This includes inter-neurotype couples seeking to understand each other more deeply without feeling like they speak different languages.
You may have spent years trying to understand yourself, in therapy, in books, in spiritual pursuits and, and still feel stuck in patterns you can’t quite shift. Many of my clients are self-aware people living and coping with anxiety, burnout, masking, feeling “I know what to do, but I can’t do it.” or "regulation isn't enough". Many of my clients are queer, trans, and neurodivergent. I work with individuals and couples who want relationships that feel more honest, sustainable, and connected. This includes inter-neurotype couples seeking to understand each other more deeply without feeling like they speak different languages.
(720) 649-4885 View (720) 649-4885
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Megan Louise Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CACIII, RYT 200
2 Endorsed
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Waitlist for new clients
We all have the need to feel supported and understood and are not meant to navigate life's difficult paths alone. I believe we each have the innate capacity to heal, and I value and encourage the integration of mind, body, and spirit. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, childhood abuse, trauma, grief, and PTSD. I work best with those who have the courage to want to get to know themselves at a deeper level. I support people in being curious about aspects of themselves that may have split off from the whole through rejection, trauma, overwhelming experiences, or lack of acceptance.
We all have the need to feel supported and understood and are not meant to navigate life's difficult paths alone. I believe we each have the innate capacity to heal, and I value and encourage the integration of mind, body, and spirit. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, childhood abuse, trauma, grief, and PTSD. I work best with those who have the courage to want to get to know themselves at a deeper level. I support people in being curious about aspects of themselves that may have split off from the whole through rejection, trauma, overwhelming experiences, or lack of acceptance.
(970) 812-4344 View (970) 812-4344
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Joey Stoops
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD and CPTSD, people-pleasing behaviors, men's issues, ADHD-related symptoms, and anger management challenges. My approach focuses on helping clients rebuild their relationship with their inner world by fostering self-compassion and developing new responses to life's stressors. Whether you're seeking relief from anxiety, managing intrusive thoughts, or breaking free from social pressures, together, we work to craft your unique healing narrative. We gradually approach what feels frightening as you build confidence that it's safe to explore these areas.
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD and CPTSD, people-pleasing behaviors, men's issues, ADHD-related symptoms, and anger management challenges. My approach focuses on helping clients rebuild their relationship with their inner world by fostering self-compassion and developing new responses to life's stressors. Whether you're seeking relief from anxiety, managing intrusive thoughts, or breaking free from social pressures, together, we work to craft your unique healing narrative. We gradually approach what feels frightening as you build confidence that it's safe to explore these areas.
(720) 868-9279 View (720) 868-9279
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Co-Creatives Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Online Only
I work with clients who are navigating life changes, and looking to reconnect with their deeper self. Are you feeling loss of sense of self, disillusionment or confusion? Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose that is your own? Are you questioning what self-care is, really? ​I support you to reclaim your full authenticity and competency. I value a holistic approach to mental wellness: working to strengthen the relationship with self that encompasses mind, body, and spirit. I have a dedication to self-care and a compassionate approach to oneself, with focus on connecting to and building trust with one’s own inner guidance.
I work with clients who are navigating life changes, and looking to reconnect with their deeper self. Are you feeling loss of sense of self, disillusionment or confusion? Are you struggling to find meaning and purpose that is your own? Are you questioning what self-care is, really? ​I support you to reclaim your full authenticity and competency. I value a holistic approach to mental wellness: working to strengthen the relationship with self that encompasses mind, body, and spirit. I have a dedication to self-care and a compassionate approach to oneself, with focus on connecting to and building trust with one’s own inner guidance.
(303) 816-3668 View (303) 816-3668
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Dorothy Kress Renner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Online Only
Hi, I'm Dorothy, a licensed counselor with 30 years of experience in the mental health field. As an artist and a lifelong student, my goal as a therapist is to help you become your own best friend. I work with adults, teens, and children in both individual and family therapy settings, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I see clients online across the state of Colorado.
Hi, I'm Dorothy, a licensed counselor with 30 years of experience in the mental health field. As an artist and a lifelong student, my goal as a therapist is to help you become your own best friend. I work with adults, teens, and children in both individual and family therapy settings, tailoring my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I see clients online across the state of Colorado.
(720) 800-7527 View (720) 800-7527
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Kiera Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Longmont, CO 80501
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy supporting clients in navigating their thought patterns, emotional experiences, and the interplay of relationships. Looking at childhood experiences and family dynamics, I aim to support clients in their present lives. It is important to me to provide a space for individuals to explore their lived experiences from an unbiased lens and develop adequate coping skills to improve their relationships with themselves and others. I utilize a holistic, mindfulness-based approach that is client-centered and nonjudgmental; this invites clients to show up in the therapeutic brave space as their full selves.
I enjoy supporting clients in navigating their thought patterns, emotional experiences, and the interplay of relationships. Looking at childhood experiences and family dynamics, I aim to support clients in their present lives. It is important to me to provide a space for individuals to explore their lived experiences from an unbiased lens and develop adequate coping skills to improve their relationships with themselves and others. I utilize a holistic, mindfulness-based approach that is client-centered and nonjudgmental; this invites clients to show up in the therapeutic brave space as their full selves.
(720) 928-9870 View (720) 928-9870
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Shannon Rice
Counselor, MA, LPC, SEP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
My view is largely informed by the wisdom of Buddhist psychology.
The human experience is rich, messy, and complex. If you are depressed, anxious, struggling in relationships, or experiencing existential dread, you are not alone, and deserve support! It is my privilege to be with you in these darker places, to help make sense of your experience and to discover new possibilities together. Opening to and exploring different parts of yourself is liberating and can change how you relate to your world. You have more potential for freedom than you think! Additionally, I strongly believe in the healing power of humor, both inside and outside of the therapy room. I genuinely enjoy being with clients.
My view is largely informed by the wisdom of Buddhist psychology.
The human experience is rich, messy, and complex. If you are depressed, anxious, struggling in relationships, or experiencing existential dread, you are not alone, and deserve support! It is my privilege to be with you in these darker places, to help make sense of your experience and to discover new possibilities together. Opening to and exploring different parts of yourself is liberating and can change how you relate to your world. You have more potential for freedom than you think! Additionally, I strongly believe in the healing power of humor, both inside and outside of the therapy room. I genuinely enjoy being with clients.
(503) 664-9406 View (503) 664-9406
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Corey Nielsen - Anxiety And Depression
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have suicidal thoughts? Are you having trouble with your self-worth, relationships, sleep, organization, motivation - or just generally feeling like you're not your best self? I can help. I have experience working closely with a wide variety of clients, helping to provide insight, identify goals and take positive action towards living your best life. I offer confidential teletherapy sessions from the comfort of your own home and would love to connect for a free consultation.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you have suicidal thoughts? Are you having trouble with your self-worth, relationships, sleep, organization, motivation - or just generally feeling like you're not your best self? I can help. I have experience working closely with a wide variety of clients, helping to provide insight, identify goals and take positive action towards living your best life. I offer confidential teletherapy sessions from the comfort of your own home and would love to connect for a free consultation.
(970) 682-4006 View (970) 682-4006
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Metta Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Loveland, CO 80538
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Zen Buddhist priest.
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Zen Buddhist priest.
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
(970) 744-4237 View (970) 744-4237

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Buddhist Therapists
Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.

What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognize that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilized frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.

What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilize elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).

Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.