Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Kalamazoo, MI
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. I believe healing and transformation occur in the context of a shared therapeutic experience - of a "you and me" - through your experiences and my expertise, we will chart new pathways to fulfilled living and relating. From finding relief and feeling better to gaining insight and developing oneself, you will not be alone. It takes courage to reach out; I am here to help you make that connection.
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision. I believe healing and transformation occur in the context of a shared therapeutic experience - of a "you and me" - through your experiences and my expertise, we will chart new pathways to fulfilled living and relating. From finding relief and feeling better to gaining insight and developing oneself, you will not be alone. It takes courage to reach out; I am here to help you make that connection.
Hi, I’m Dr. Amber Burnett — most clients call me Dr. B. I’m a licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or misunderstood, as well as those seeking clear answers through psychological testing after uncertainty or misdiagnosis. I provide full diagnostic evaluations (including ADHD and adult autism) and evidence-based virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions. My approach is practical, collaborative, research-based, and deeply individualized—supportive, human, and focused on real, lasting change.
Hi, I’m Dr. Amber Burnett — most clients call me Dr. B. I’m a licensed psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or misunderstood, as well as those seeking clear answers through psychological testing after uncertainty or misdiagnosis. I provide full diagnostic evaluations (including ADHD and adult autism) and evidence-based virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions. My approach is practical, collaborative, research-based, and deeply individualized—supportive, human, and focused on real, lasting change.
Alessandra Santos Pye, or Ally, is a ceremonialist, therapist, facilitator and artist whose offerings center relational dynamics rooted in liberatory, restorative, and revolutionary processes. Her practice, Curando, offers full spectrum Psychedelic Assisted Therapy designed to support and inspire the unfolding of both personal and collective narratives, in pursuit of a just and sustainable future. At Curando, Alessandra also offers decolonized individual, group & family therapy sessions including healing modalities supporting the physical, energetic, emotional & spiritual well-being of her clients.
Alessandra Santos Pye, or Ally, is a ceremonialist, therapist, facilitator and artist whose offerings center relational dynamics rooted in liberatory, restorative, and revolutionary processes. Her practice, Curando, offers full spectrum Psychedelic Assisted Therapy designed to support and inspire the unfolding of both personal and collective narratives, in pursuit of a just and sustainable future. At Curando, Alessandra also offers decolonized individual, group & family therapy sessions including healing modalities supporting the physical, energetic, emotional & spiritual well-being of her clients.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life! While you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties, there's nothing wrong with seeking extra support when you need it. I provide long lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, redirect damaging patterns and overcome whatever challenges you may face! I can also help you attain a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values. Develop skills for improving your relationships. Cope with stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional pressures. Most importantly improve your self-esteem and boost your self confidence!
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life! While you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties, there's nothing wrong with seeking extra support when you need it. I provide long lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, redirect damaging patterns and overcome whatever challenges you may face! I can also help you attain a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values. Develop skills for improving your relationships. Cope with stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional pressures. Most importantly improve your self-esteem and boost your self confidence!
I provide Christ-centered counseling for those who feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, exhausted or stuck. In a safe and welcoming space, I use gentle, thoughtfully guided methods rooted in Christian faith and neuropsychology to help clients gain insight, heal from past hurts, and experience relief without reliving painful memories. Together, we work to renew thought and emotional patterns, supporting healing, clarity, and lasting change at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
I provide Christ-centered counseling for those who feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, exhausted or stuck. In a safe and welcoming space, I use gentle, thoughtfully guided methods rooted in Christian faith and neuropsychology to help clients gain insight, heal from past hurts, and experience relief without reliving painful memories. Together, we work to renew thought and emotional patterns, supporting healing, clarity, and lasting change at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
You are not broken, you are deeply hurt. It is easy to find yourself in unhelpful patterns & ways of being. This might be due to your nervous system being flooded with anger, fear & despair. In a creative way to survive, you have found self-protection strategies. Unfortunately, these strategies are likely no longer helpful. Part of our work together will be unraveling this muscle memory to reveal how you can live a life that is true to you. YOU become the place of self-awareness, peaceful acceptance & intentional action. As a certified trauma professional & art therapist, I integrate these tools into our therapeutic work.
You are not broken, you are deeply hurt. It is easy to find yourself in unhelpful patterns & ways of being. This might be due to your nervous system being flooded with anger, fear & despair. In a creative way to survive, you have found self-protection strategies. Unfortunately, these strategies are likely no longer helpful. Part of our work together will be unraveling this muscle memory to reveal how you can live a life that is true to you. YOU become the place of self-awareness, peaceful acceptance & intentional action. As a certified trauma professional & art therapist, I integrate these tools into our therapeutic work.
We live in a world that is changing every day, often creating stress, anxiety, and grief. Sometimes, we feel stuck in routines or patterns that are no longer serving us, but struggle to make a change. My role is to walk alongside to provide support, honesty, and perspective. I encourage my clients to pursue their authentic selves while working to debunk societal norms. Many of us have trauma stored in our bodies, unaware that we're holding onto past relationships and feelings of failure and inadequacies. I support utilizing other body-based modalities in addition to talk therapy to connect and heal physical/emotional pain.
We live in a world that is changing every day, often creating stress, anxiety, and grief. Sometimes, we feel stuck in routines or patterns that are no longer serving us, but struggle to make a change. My role is to walk alongside to provide support, honesty, and perspective. I encourage my clients to pursue their authentic selves while working to debunk societal norms. Many of us have trauma stored in our bodies, unaware that we're holding onto past relationships and feelings of failure and inadequacies. I support utilizing other body-based modalities in addition to talk therapy to connect and heal physical/emotional pain.
I have over ten years of experience providing psychological and counseling services in outpatient and residential treatment settings. I have had the privilege to work with many individuals, couples and families struggling with a variety of challenges, and have specialized training in a range of psychological treatment options. An initial phone conversation is welcomed.
I have over ten years of experience providing psychological and counseling services in outpatient and residential treatment settings. I have had the privilege to work with many individuals, couples and families struggling with a variety of challenges, and have specialized training in a range of psychological treatment options. An initial phone conversation is welcomed.
Have you been to therapy before and felt like you were mostly just talking—yet nothing was really changing? Still felt chronically anxious, stuck in rumination, or caught in the same panic/ fear cycles with no clear way out?
I’ve been there personally, and I know how exhausting it is to keep seeking help and still feel trapped in your own mind. Therapy with me is structured, collaborative, and evidence-based. We don’t just talk—we work with intention. Sessions follow a clear plan that we create together, with defined goals and ongoing progress tracking so you can see your gains over time.
Have you been to therapy before and felt like you were mostly just talking—yet nothing was really changing? Still felt chronically anxious, stuck in rumination, or caught in the same panic/ fear cycles with no clear way out?
I’ve been there personally, and I know how exhausting it is to keep seeking help and still feel trapped in your own mind. Therapy with me is structured, collaborative, and evidence-based. We don’t just talk—we work with intention. Sessions follow a clear plan that we create together, with defined goals and ongoing progress tracking so you can see your gains over time.
I aid in assisting clients through times of high stress, anxiety and depression. Often times, individuals have mental health concerns that may hinder progress towards life goals. Whether it be short-term or long, small or big goals, I specialize in helping individuals reach for what they would like to accomplish out of life.
I aid in assisting clients through times of high stress, anxiety and depression. Often times, individuals have mental health concerns that may hinder progress towards life goals. Whether it be short-term or long, small or big goals, I specialize in helping individuals reach for what they would like to accomplish out of life.
Finding someone to trust and confide in with life's demands can be challenging. To put yourself out there and say, "Here are my problems," can be intimidating and scary. It is my hope to create an environment where you will feel safe, free from judgement, and better prepared to explore and improve your life. My goal is to help you on your journey to self discovery, growth and happiness. You are your greatest teacher and together my hope is for us to achieve your greatest potential. I am open to working with clients of all ages, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations.
Finding someone to trust and confide in with life's demands can be challenging. To put yourself out there and say, "Here are my problems," can be intimidating and scary. It is my hope to create an environment where you will feel safe, free from judgement, and better prepared to explore and improve your life. My goal is to help you on your journey to self discovery, growth and happiness. You are your greatest teacher and together my hope is for us to achieve your greatest potential. I am open to working with clients of all ages, ethnicities, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations.
As a therapist in Kalamazoo, MI, my journey into social work was shaped by my own experiences with tragedy and trauma. These challenges gave me firsthand insight into the profound impact of trauma, inspiring me to pursue a career dedicated to helping others heal. My personal experiences, combined with academic training, have allowed me to develop a deep understanding of trauma and complex trauma, making me a genuinely trauma-informed therapist.
As a therapist in Kalamazoo, MI, my journey into social work was shaped by my own experiences with tragedy and trauma. These challenges gave me firsthand insight into the profound impact of trauma, inspiring me to pursue a career dedicated to helping others heal. My personal experiences, combined with academic training, have allowed me to develop a deep understanding of trauma and complex trauma, making me a genuinely trauma-informed therapist.
Are you feeling uncertain about who you are or what comes next? Whether you're questioning aspects of your identity, navigating a major life transition, or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I'm here to co-create a collaborative, affirming space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences with curiosity and compassion. I work with individuals across the lifespan (ages 13–65) who are seeking clarity, healing, or change. Many of my clients come to therapy to explore gender identity, sexual orientation, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Are you feeling uncertain about who you are or what comes next? Whether you're questioning aspects of your identity, navigating a major life transition, or simply feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I'm here to co-create a collaborative, affirming space where you can explore your thoughts and experiences with curiosity and compassion. I work with individuals across the lifespan (ages 13–65) who are seeking clarity, healing, or change. Many of my clients come to therapy to explore gender identity, sexual orientation, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
My goal with anyone interested in counseling is to "meet you where you are at ". Feeling comfortable with your counseling experience is very important to me. With therapy, it is essential to provide non-judgmental feedback with an understanding that everyone is unique regarding their therapeutic needs. I am here to offer you a multidisciplinary approach regarding your concerns, rather than a "one size fits all approach". We investigate together the concerns that brought you into counseling with the idea of working together to sort out the important details. Bringing yourself to the origin of your concerns is the goal.
My goal with anyone interested in counseling is to "meet you where you are at ". Feeling comfortable with your counseling experience is very important to me. With therapy, it is essential to provide non-judgmental feedback with an understanding that everyone is unique regarding their therapeutic needs. I am here to offer you a multidisciplinary approach regarding your concerns, rather than a "one size fits all approach". We investigate together the concerns that brought you into counseling with the idea of working together to sort out the important details. Bringing yourself to the origin of your concerns is the goal.
I use a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach to help clients understand emotional patterns, navigate triggers, and build resilience, emotional regulation, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
If you find yourself second-guessing your decisions, doubting your abilities, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life, you’re not alone. These experiences can make even simple moments feel heavy and discouraging. In our work together, you’ll receive care that is both professional and deeply human. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you are understood, respected, and never judged. My goal is to walk alongside you as you build trust in yourself and discover new ways to move through life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
I use a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach to help clients understand emotional patterns, navigate triggers, and build resilience, emotional regulation, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
If you find yourself second-guessing your decisions, doubting your abilities, or feeling overwhelmed by daily life, you’re not alone. These experiences can make even simple moments feel heavy and discouraging. In our work together, you’ll receive care that is both professional and deeply human. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where you are understood, respected, and never judged. My goal is to walk alongside you as you build trust in yourself and discover new ways to move through life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I started my career in juvenile justice as a Social Worker and case manager, where I discovered my passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges. This passion led me to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling. I’ve worked extensively with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, complex trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I started my career in juvenile justice as a Social Worker and case manager, where I discovered my passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges. This passion led me to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling. I’ve worked extensively with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma, complex trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression.
We all go through various challenges in life, and some may be easier to navigate alone than others. Just like going to a doctor to maintain your physical health, meeting with a counselor can be a vital part of maintaining your mental health. Therapy can provide you with the tools necessary for working through challenges in your life. As well as improving your overall wellness, counseling can also help you with developing a better understanding of yourself. Throughout the counseling process, you can develop skills for improving your relationships, coping with life stressors, and emotional pressures.
We all go through various challenges in life, and some may be easier to navigate alone than others. Just like going to a doctor to maintain your physical health, meeting with a counselor can be a vital part of maintaining your mental health. Therapy can provide you with the tools necessary for working through challenges in your life. As well as improving your overall wellness, counseling can also help you with developing a better understanding of yourself. Throughout the counseling process, you can develop skills for improving your relationships, coping with life stressors, and emotional pressures.
My ideal clients include children who need a safe, playful space to express what words cannot capture, and adults seeking culturally responsive care. Whether it's a child working through big emotions or an adult navigating identity, belonging, or life transitions, they want a therapist who sees their strengths and meets them where they are.
My ideal clients include children who need a safe, playful space to express what words cannot capture, and adults seeking culturally responsive care. Whether it's a child working through big emotions or an adult navigating identity, belonging, or life transitions, they want a therapist who sees their strengths and meets them where they are.
Counseling is vital because it provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Counseling offers the support needed to work through issues that are meant to weigh us down. My approach to counseling involves addressing problems, assessing personal growth, and encouraging self-reflection. Choosing counseling is an act of self-care and empowerment, helping individuals overcome challenges and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more in tune with their true selves.
Counseling is vital because it provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Counseling offers the support needed to work through issues that are meant to weigh us down. My approach to counseling involves addressing problems, assessing personal growth, and encouraging self-reflection. Choosing counseling is an act of self-care and empowerment, helping individuals overcome challenges and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more in tune with their true selves.
I have found that everyone struggles in one way or another at some time in their lives. It is how we grow and adapt to those struggles that define who we are and how we live the rest of our lives. I have partnered with clients in order to assist them with turning these struggles into times of learning, growing, and healing. I offer support to anyone who is struggling with stress related to daily life, mental health issues, personal relationships, family dynamics, as well as individuals who just want to work on improving their overall quality of life.
I have found that everyone struggles in one way or another at some time in their lives. It is how we grow and adapt to those struggles that define who we are and how we live the rest of our lives. I have partnered with clients in order to assist them with turning these struggles into times of learning, growing, and healing. I offer support to anyone who is struggling with stress related to daily life, mental health issues, personal relationships, family dynamics, as well as individuals who just want to work on improving their overall quality of life.
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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.