Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

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James Lounsbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, PhD
Verified
Verified
I use the most current effective techniques, including: Childhood and PTSD treatment using Brainspotting, EMDR and Rapid Resolution Treatment; Hypnosis; Bilateral sound and Vagus nerve treatment, Meditative Therapy; NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming); Mindfulness ; Life/Career Coaching; EAP Counseling; Parent Training; Critical Incident Response, and more.
Life in the 21st century can be overwhelming. Stress affects relationships, work, social groups, home, health...and the list goes on. I've been working with individuals, families and organizations for 20+ years. I've had the best clinical training available in a broad range of techniques (below). I am board certified in clinical social work and hypnosis. I have a PhD in natural health. Prior to that, I worked for 25 years as a policy manager for corporate, government and non profit organizations, and understand work/home stress. We'll talk about what's going on in your life, and what approach will help you move forward.
(904) 495-7137
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Jacksonville, FL 32207
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Sierra Moye
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI, NCC
Verified
Verified
My approach is founded on trauma-informed, mindfulness -based, & emotionally-focused practices.
Hello! I'm so glad you've landed on my page. Whether you are seeking individual or couples therapy, I'm here for you. I aim to create a safe, authentic environment centered around your comfort, goals, and needs.
(904) 468-6197
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Jacksonville, FL 32244
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Candance Gilberstadt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I integrate mindfulness techniques to help you develop a stronger more balanced state of being.
Hi. My name is Candance, but you can call me Candy. Do you feel as though you are being weighed down by certain thoughts and emotions, like you are out of balance? Is it difficult for you to manage your day to day responsibilities due to these thoughts and emotions? Would you like help in understanding and managing these thoughts and emotions so you can experience balance in your life? I help individuals get to that place of healthy balance, with a goal of remaining there. Together, we can work to identify your strengths and challenges to find solutions for managing your difficult thoughts and emotions.
(904) 746-1168
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Jacksonville, FL 32224
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Gwendolyn Allen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with children and adults with an emphasis on achieving a quiet, relaxed and joyful state of mind to help with a variety of mental health challenges. My mission as a therapist is to help you overcome the limitations created by issues such as anxiety and depression so that you can feel like yourself again and go on to lead the happy, successful and unburdened life that you are meant to have. My approach includes cognitive-based therapies that focus on mindfulness and acceptance.
(904) 504-5119
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Jacksonville, FL 32210
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Kimberly Marie Gydish-Theobald
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, CAP
Verified
Verified
It would be a privilege to assist you on your journey of self-discovery. I am an eclectic therapist which means your experience will be tailored to suit your specific needs. I utilize several therapeutic modalities including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness , Client-Centered and Solution Focused.
(904) 875-8336
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Marcus Lewis - E M D R Certified And C I T
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, NBCC
Verified
Verified
To develop your strengths and techniques, I use a combination of treatment paths which include acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational-emotive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Change is possible for everyone, regardless of your past doings and experiences. Within YOU lies the strength that can help you live your best life. As a therapist, I’ve helped many people who felt hopeless or stuck work through their struggles and access that inner strength. You have what it takes! Whether its anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, or life transitions, I’m confident that we can work one-on-one or in a group setting (family and friends can attend depending on the need).
(904) 395-4626
Jacksonville, FL 32244
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Nancy Alonzo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Nancy Alonzo is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. Nancy received her Bachelor’s Degree from Florida International University in 2013, and her Master in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 2016. Nancy utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness approaches to help her clients achieve their goals. Nancy believes that providing clients with a caring and safe space to explore their issues, where they feel supported, validated, and understood, is a catalyst for positive change.
(904) 694-5524
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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Nada Frazier
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified
Verified
I utilize evidence-based practices, including integrative, strengths-based, mindfulness -based modalities, stress reduction and resiliency, motivational interviewing, narrative, cognitive behavior, cognitive processing, feminist, and solution-focused brief therapy.
I support people in planning/adjusting to life transitions such as loss, grieving, coping with a diagnosis/chronic illness (patient &/or loved ones) and pain, caregiving, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression. We will focus on you as the expert of your life and identify your strengths to help in your personal growth, self-discovery, and development. We will collaboratively add tools to your life skills toolbox. I also work with professionals experiencing career transitions, compassion fatigue, and burnout and help develop practical and empowering self-care practices, increased functioning, and life fulfillment.
(904) 849-9704
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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Carol V Grande
Counselor, LMHC, ICRCADC, CAP, SAP, CEAP
Verified
Verified
Congratulations. By seeking a counselor, you have already made the first and most important decision. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, recovery, grief, codependency and other concerns listed in my profile, give me a call. I have many years of success helping individuals and couples learn to effectively cope, heal and grow. I am committed to a positive, holistic, and collaborative approach to therapy, focused on building resilience. I encourage a sense of curiosity about self without shame, and incorporate skill building (communication/conflict resolution/ mindfulness ) into all treatment plans.
(904) 601-0795 x204
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Maren Pinder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome! My name is Maren Pinder. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, behavioral challenges, parenting, self-esteem, and trauma. I strive to create a warm and authentic atmosphere where my clients feel safe to explore and fulfill their mental health needs. Common practices I use include emotion-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness .
(904) 747-6179
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Jacksonville, FL 32211
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Cynthia Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Does life become overwhelming and out of control at times and that feeling of being in control seems to goes out the window? Together we can identify what's not working and get to an appropriate balance in your life. I utilize a mindfulness based approach applying deep breathing relaxation exercises to help you develop a strong relationship with yourself and others that affect your personal and professional life. My practice is based on how to learn about your unique strengths and the natural capabilities you have. Whether you are dealing with overwhelming relationships or cycles of anxiety or depression, I am here to help.
(813) 819-8377
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Jacksonville, FL 32277
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Keith Mattson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Keith Mattson and I am a Licensed Mental Counselor in the state of Florida. I have provided therapy services in various settings for over 10 years. My specialties include life transitions and adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, and PTSD. I utilize a mindfulness -based, solution focused, and person-centered approach, and incorporate several modalities including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, amongst others.
(904) 530-3171
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Jacksonville, FL 32210
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Dr. Ellen Williams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Using a cognitive-behavioral approach, I incorporate mindfulness and emotion regulation into therapy.
Hi, I am Dr. Williams, a Clinical Psychologist. I hope to work with you to help you feel and be happier. I primarily work with couples, adults, college students, and adolescents over the age of 15. I specialize in depression, other mood disorders, anxiety, panic, phobias, women's issues, infidelity, life transitions, and behavioral medicine. I work in both our Town Center and Lakewood locations serving you from Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville Beach to Riverside.
(904) 775-7190
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Jacksonville, FL 32256
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Settra L Moore
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My treatment core is cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness techniques, and other strategies.
Are you feeling discouraged, depressed, overwhelmed with stress and anxiety? Are you struggling in your relationships and can’t seem to move pass your past? I want you to know I am here to help you. Life challenges hits hard sometimes and can last much longer than we would like them to be. Therapy can provide the help you need to move from challenges to freedom so you can live a more healthier life one day at a time.
(904) 853-8650
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Jacksonville, FL 32211
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Moss Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I run groups with the emphasis on topics such as self-esteem, assertive communication, and mindfulness .
My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. There may be no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to changing things from the past that have been difficult. What we can do is work together to find understanding and resolution in the difficult areas of your life and in the challenges you have to face. Through various techniques and approaches that have proven results, we’ll be able to identify the behaviors and thoughts that might be holding you back from living your best life, and finding meaning in your everyday life.
(904) 329-7866
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Khalliah Grace Bryant
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Stress? Relationship changes? Anxieties about what's next? Past situations keeping you stuck? My approach is integrative; applying therapy, mindfulness , and physical health to promote holistic wellness.
Here you are: new job, new identity, or new location -with new problems! If you're here, you want more out of life: to have more peace of mind, to set better boundaries, and to overcome obstacles new life transitions present. My therapy explores your upbringing, relationship patterns, and an in-depth look at daily habits/thoughts that could be impacting your ability to fully step into this new phase of life.
Jacksonville, FL 32205
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Raquel Menocal
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CTP
Verified
Verified
Raquel has extensive training in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness Practices, and acquired additional experience by working with court systems (Department of Children and Families; Department of Juvenile Justice; and Family Law), academic success planning (504s & IEPs), and psychological evaluations.
As a therapist, Raquel enters into each session focused on your specific goals and needs at the core. She truly believes that therapy is an effective way in which mental and emotional health can be managed and improved. Many of her clients are individuals dealing with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, relational distress, childhood trauma, and neurodiversity. She works with persons of all backgrounds and diversities, including LGBTQ+, multi-cultures, nontraditional relationships & families, etc.
(813) 320-2795
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Jacksonville, FL 32256
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Dr. Juliana Lytle
Counselor, PhD, LMHC , NCC
Verified
Verified
I utilize an eclectic approach that although dependent on client needs relies heavily on building trust, amplifying current strengths, and incorporating cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques when beneficial.
My ideal client is a client who is ready to do the inner work they need to be their best, most fulfilled selves. I have a heart for mothers and other women's issues as well as the desire to be an advocate for those who are unable to or unclear on how to advocate for themselves but want to learn.
(904) 977-6424
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Jacksonville, FL 32218
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Meredith Braddock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I like to incorporate art, mindfulness , guided meditation and other grounding techniques for you to apply in real life.
Do you feel an imbalance in your life? Do you feel alone when experiencing anxiety or panic? Are you struggling with being negatively impacted by the criminal justice, corrections, foster care systems?
(904) 560-6847
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Jacksonville, FL 32225
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Julie Margarita Clifford Smith
Counselor, LMHC, CAP
Verified
Verified
I have pursued further training in Mindfulness , CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
I enjoy working with individuals who are seeking to grow from their experiences, and develop a life that is fulfilling to them. I have over ten years of experience working with clients--adolescents, pre-teens, families, and young adults. I am passionate about working with individuals who have realized that their old ways of living, thinking and feeling are not working for them anymore, and who are ready to experience a better relationship with themselves and others, and greater life satisfaction. I grew up in Latin America and have experience working with people from many different countries and cultures.
(904) 447-1013
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Jacksonville, FL 32250
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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.