Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Annapolis, MD

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Lotus Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Our clinical work integrates attachment theory, cognitive behavioral, trauma, somatic and mindfulness .
Our therapy practice embodies a variety of niches and areas of focus. Ideal client's for Lotus Psychotherapy are folks who are motivated to change and value the process of self awareness. We work with tweens, couples, and adults who might be struggling with a multitude of stressors, feelings and barriers. As a collective practice, we have experience with addiction, postpartum, adolescent behaviors, depression, trauma work, grief and anxiety.
(410) 267-4566
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Annapolis, MD 21409
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Melanie E Carson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
When possible, I like to incorporate activities that encourage new perspectives to emerge, such as Narrative, Art and mindfulness .
As we navigate daily life sometimes we come across rough waters that overwhelm us, leaving us feeling adrift, without direction or purpose, even stranded and alone. Finding the "right" direction can be petrifying! In both my professional and private life, I've learned that getting support is integral to finding our way again. I am passionate about helping adults and couples learn new skills, uncover new perspectives, connect with a source of strength, and choose a more authentic path. Idea clients include caregiver burnout, young adult transition, parenting and Adult ADHD.
(443) 241-6645
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Annapolis, MD 21409
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Ann D Taliaferro
Counselor, MS, LGPC, CSAT-C, CSC-AD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My foundational approach comes from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a focus on mindfulness -based CBT.
“Knowledge is only rumor until it lives in the muscle.” This proverb from the Asaro tribe of Papua New Guinea is the foundation of how we bring what we learn into a lived experience and create lasting change. We can read books, watch videos, and make resolutions but until we truly move forward in a different way, we run the risk of getting stuck in old patterns. My goal is to help uncover the root causes that lead to the use of substances or behaviors that become detrimental to the spirit and values in the individual. Reclaiming these values and rebuilding self-esteem is possible and begins with a decision to seek help.
(443) 737-6798 x4
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Ilana Posner
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I use a holistic, client-centered approach and, depending on where you are in your journey/what your goals are, I incorporate skills from CBT, Mindfulness , IFS, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and use a DBT lens.
When you’re going through a challenging time and are looking to experience change, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed by everything you “should” be doing to achieve your goals. I strongly believe that “small hinges swing big doors”. Change happens incrementally, not overnight. I enjoy supporting adolescents & adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, people-pleasing tendencies, life transitions, stress-management, and emotional dysregulation.
(443) 233-0679
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Annapolis, MD 21409
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Michelle D. Long
Art Therapist, LGPAT
Verified
Verified
Art can be used to practice emotional regulation, mindfulness , self-awareness, and tension relief.
I serve clients who struggle with anxiety, ADHD/ADD, depression, self-esteem, and suicidal thoughts. Artistic talent is not needed for Art Therapy. Sometimes, feelings are just hard to put into words, so creating art helps people identify and share how they feel. My theoretical views are based off of Cognitive Behavioral Theory in which our thoughts, emotions and behaviors have a cyclical effect on each other. In order to change our behavior, we must first learn how our thoughts affect our emotions and vice versa.
(410) 934-3175
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Judy Clifford
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My primary therapeutic approach utilizes positive psychology and combines the application of cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness based therapies.
I am an Annapolis based clinical psychologist. I am also a wife, mother, daughter and friend. I see teens and adults struggling with many issues, including: work/academic, anxiety,depression/mood, sports, health issues and relationship problems. I believe that it's a psychologist's job to collaborate with clients on areas of change. We should nurture, challenge and ultimately become unnecessary.
(410) 702-4372
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Tim Holt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw upon aspects of motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT & mindfulness .
I have worked in the field of substance abuse and mental health since 2014; extensive experience working with athletes, adolescents, college students, and young professionals. Most recently I've worked with parents, families, and couples to help manage the emotional struggles of the family system. I'm wrapping up my credentialing as a Certified Arise Interventionist so I can share my passion with families coping with a loved one's addiction. Ideal client's might be teenagers who are feeling stuck, college aged males who are unsatisfied in life or family members needing support with boundaries and detachment.
(443) 494-6114
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Annapolis, MD 21409
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Melanie Joyce Coates
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Mindfulness , trauma work, and prayer are unique to my practice and many who work with me appreciate my calm demeanor and down-to-earth spirit.
Your life is spinning out of control and you’re about to crash. You’ve tried everything, but you’re overwhelmed and struggling to find balance. You’re confused, anxious, numb, and emotional and don’t even know why. You probably feel ashamed that you feel this way, but no one knows that. You’re a Christian and you know we’re supposed to have it together, but for you it’s different. Life has left you heartbroken, your spirit shattered, and you feel like God has forgotten you.
(301) 381-1910
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Carrie Nicholes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I use mindfulness , cognitive behavioral therapy, and a strength-based approach.
You are ready to make the shift. You have been searching for the right fit, someone who you can trust to walk that journey with you. When it comes to finding a therapist, you want someone that will meet you where you are and help you make the changes you’ve been craving. I imagine you're looking to get unstuck, obtain greater clarity, find healing, improve your relationships with self/others, and empower yourself with tools to live a more fulfilled life.
(443) 775-3783
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Debra Ament
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LCPC, NCC, Coach
Verified
Verified
Debra Ament is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) and certified Life Coach providing experiential and mindfulness based walking therapy, as well as teletherapy, located in the greater Annapolis area. Walking therapy is a joy! Sessions can address recovery, addictions, co-occurring issues, behavioral health, family systems, life transitions and life coaching. Life Coaching methods and walking therapy are ways to approach therapy to encourage meaningful healing and change. Techniques range from the more traditional cognitive behavioral and solution focused coaching to mindfulness and meditation practices. Debra creates space for all clients to explore and grow to become their most authentic self.
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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Lauren N. Jenkins
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I take a holistic approach in my practice; I often incorporate Mindfulness Practices into the counseling experience, engaging the mind, body, & spirit.
I specialize in working with clients who are dealing with life challenges and transitions, those impacted by depression, anxiety, and mood disorders related to trauma. I also work with couples experiencing relationship distress, and clients experiencing family challenges. Additionally, I specialize in providing therapy to clients who work in the helping professions (healthcare, corrections, youth and family services, mental health services, etc.), who may have been impacted by vicarious trauma, or may be struggling through their own trauma-related challenges while striving to serve and support others.
(667) 200-2523
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Elizabeth Cush
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
With mindfulness and psychotherapy you learn to understand what triggers your anxiety and stress and how to manage more effectively the moment.
What prevents you from living your life with ease and purpose? Maybe you're feeling stressed out, anxious, overwhelmed, and disconnected from yourself and those you feel closest to. Always moving from one thing to the next with little time for yourself now just feels exhausting. You'd like to know yourself better, to show up in your life in more authentic ways but you're not sure how. Together using therapeutic and mindfulness strategies we find ways to help you feel more connected with yourself and the people you care about.
(667) 270-8706
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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Datina Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
I will focus on your emotional and physical experiences, employing mind-body techniques, such as mindfulness , EFT, relaxation skills with Cognitive Behavior Therapy as a centerpiece.
Are you struggling with stress, anxious feelings, worrisome thoughts, uncomfortable emotions? Are you having trouble genuinely smiling and enjoying your life? And now, you find yourself looking for a therapist. You don't need to go through life with these struggles. As long as you want to make life better, it is doable. Be encouraged. I've seen such changes in my clients and, for them, it all started by looking for a therapist. So, find yourself a therapist and get started on the kind of changes that makes life fuller and richer. If you are considering me - Let's talk. I offer a Free 15 minute consultation.
(410) 237-0166
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Ronda Bresnick Hauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MA
Verified
Verified
Mindfulness - a way of paying attention to ourselves in a non-judgemental way in order to understand our responses to life - is one valuable tool I teach.
Loving well and living fully - learning to live with changes in our lives with grace, wisdom and compassion - is what most of us wish for. And yet, the struggles of everyday life leave many of us feeling fearful, worried or sad and sometimes disconnected or alone. One valuable way to discover how to draw on your natural resilience to meet the challenges of life is to participate in psychotherapy. Therapy is an active partnership - where both people are listening and exploring, investigating and discovering those parts of your life that are causing suffering and difficulties - and then finding the ways to heal those places.
(202) 559-4883
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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Jill Penaloza
Art Therapist, LCPAT, CGP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Listen-are you breathing just a little and calling it a life? Mary Oliver As an art therapist, Jill combines cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices and creative activities to help clients access their "whole" brain-body wisdom around a more authentic and heart-centered way of being in the world.
Jill has over fifteen years of experience as an Art Psychotherapist and is certified by the American Group Psychotherapy Association and the American Art Therapy Association. In addition to maintaining private clinical practices in Annapolis, MD, and Charlottesville, VA, As a therapist, Jill provides support and tools to individuals, groups and families who are interested in transforming their lives and relationships. Jill believes that every person carries within him/herself the capacity for healing and that her role is to help them access this wisdom. Jill has also worked with executive teams throughout the United States to implement cultural change.
(410) 881-3364
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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Alice Sixbey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Through a variety of techniques including but not limited to Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, I will help you process through life's transitions with empathic support and counseling.
While anxiety is a normal reaction to life's stressors, at some point it can lead to depression and helplessness. I work with individuals who experience anxiety, panic disorder and phobias, depression, stress/anger management issues, PTSD, grief, and end of life issues. Grief manifests itself in various ways from sadness to physical illness. I am a warm and compassionate therapist who can assist you through many of life's transitions including the loss of a loved one or depression/anxiety from caring for a loved one with a terminal illness or debilitating disease.
(410) 431-1275
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Rachael Lilly-Pawlowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
What if you don't have the words to express yourself and others don't seem to understand where you are coming from? My role as your therapist is to guide you through the process of finding meaning in your experiences. I provide you with the knowledge and tools to thrive on your journey through life. I specialize in mindfulness techniques with a holistic approach to cultivate your inner strength to boost self-confidence, heal from your past, and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety. ​
(667) 200-1095
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Annapolis, MD 21403
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Rebekah B Weymes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
Drawing on mindfulness , IFS, CBT, CPT and solution focused practice, my work seeks to bring about an improved understanding of complex psychological struggles, focusing on strengths and strategies that help you regain a sense of balance over the things in life that overwhelm you.
You are not a drop in the ocean, You are the entire ocean, in a drop (Rumi). Despite the serious nature of issues that lead many individuals to seek counseling, my sessions are creative and collaborative, fostering hope and compassion.
(443) 775-3081
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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Maggie Forester Miller
Counselor, MA, LGPC
Verified
Verified
Some of the treatment theories that I draw on include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral, acceptance and commitment (ACT), strengths based, trauma informed, and mindfulness .
I work with individuals to develop tools to manage times of transition. Usually, it is from these uncomfortable times in life that tremendous growth occurs. Together we will discover strategies to manage and move beyond your discomfort with increased self-awareness. The bottom line is that this is your journey, and I am humbled to walk with you during this time of self-discovery. Ideal clients for me include young adults in life transitions, relationships, addiction, anxiety, and depression.
(443) 227-5661
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Annapolis, MD 21409
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Heather I. Major
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I provide individual therapy for adults, integrating the approaches of evidenced-based treatments such as mindfulness -based cognitive therapy (MBCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic therapy for the specialized treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and stress-related conditions.
Welcome, and congratulations on beginning (or furthering) your journey of growth and wellness! I am honored that you are considering me to help support you along the way. I believe that many struggles we face are the result of imbalances within fundamental aspects of our lives - physical, emotional, social, and/or spiritual. That is why I value a holistic approach to therapy. I use integrated, evidenced-based methods to help clients explore their lifestyle, relationships, career, life events, values, and goals so that the process of personal growth can begin and be fostered in a safe, calming environment.
(443) 648-9606
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Annapolis, MD 21401
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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.