Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in 77045

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Quentin Jiles
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77045  (Online Only)
Are you tired of fighting anxiety, depression, and societal pressures alone? Then I am here to stand side by side and fight with you. As your therapist, whom has completed therapy for my own anxiety, I know what it feels like to fight alone and to have an advocating therapist. The societal pressures that black, brown, indigenous children and adults face are overwhelming and unfair. But there are ways to authentically walk in your skin. And I am here to help you in your walk!
Are you tired of fighting anxiety, depression, and societal pressures alone? Then I am here to stand side by side and fight with you. As your therapist, whom has completed therapy for my own anxiety, I know what it feels like to fight alone and to have an advocating therapist. The societal pressures that black, brown, indigenous children and adults face are overwhelming and unfair. But there are ways to authentically walk in your skin. And I am here to help you in your walk!
(346) 553-0640 View (346) 553-0640
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Aimee M. Herzog - Anxiety And Trauma Treatment
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77045  (Online Only)
Are you dreading another day of waking up overwhelmed by worry, sadness, and the feeling that you are losing control? Maybe you have experienced things that have you feeling weighed down by an unshakeable weight. Anxiety and trauma can feel like being numb one moment then on-edge or jumpy the next. You may find yourself irritable at times and wanting to avoid lots of things to maintain calm, making it difficult to manage everyday tasks and healthy relationships. These heavy feelings can yield what feels like chaos and helplessness in our lives. Therapy is the next best step and gives you the ability to navigate these feelings.
Are you dreading another day of waking up overwhelmed by worry, sadness, and the feeling that you are losing control? Maybe you have experienced things that have you feeling weighed down by an unshakeable weight. Anxiety and trauma can feel like being numb one moment then on-edge or jumpy the next. You may find yourself irritable at times and wanting to avoid lots of things to maintain calm, making it difficult to manage everyday tasks and healthy relationships. These heavy feelings can yield what feels like chaos and helplessness in our lives. Therapy is the next best step and gives you the ability to navigate these feelings.
(254) 232-5918 View (254) 232-5918
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Andrea Works
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77045
Have you ever told a "funny" childhood story and no one laughed? Do you wake-up angry or irritable and you don't know why? Or find yourself in the same relationships, job environments, and situations over and over again despite your best efforts to do something different? As a survivor myself, when trauma happens, surviving becomes essential. But what starts as a way to protect ourselves turns into a way of life. We find ourselves, operating on autopilot, "just getting by" in our spiritual lives, at our jobs, in our finances, and with our loved ones.
Have you ever told a "funny" childhood story and no one laughed? Do you wake-up angry or irritable and you don't know why? Or find yourself in the same relationships, job environments, and situations over and over again despite your best efforts to do something different? As a survivor myself, when trauma happens, surviving becomes essential. But what starts as a way to protect ourselves turns into a way of life. We find ourselves, operating on autopilot, "just getting by" in our spiritual lives, at our jobs, in our finances, and with our loved ones.
(832) 241-2912 View (832) 241-2912
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Barbie A. Blair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77045
Reaching out for help is the hardest part; you are already brave for making it this far! I hope I can help you in your unique journey toward personal growth and healing in whatever ways you need. I am client-centered and use a holistic approach, meaning I will put you and your needs first while addressing all the factors contributing to your troubles and hindering the fulfillment of your goals. Using CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) we can work to better understand and change your thinking patterns that may be negatively impacting your life.
Reaching out for help is the hardest part; you are already brave for making it this far! I hope I can help you in your unique journey toward personal growth and healing in whatever ways you need. I am client-centered and use a holistic approach, meaning I will put you and your needs first while addressing all the factors contributing to your troubles and hindering the fulfillment of your goals. Using CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) we can work to better understand and change your thinking patterns that may be negatively impacting your life.
(281) 784-9165 View (281) 784-9165

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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.