Therapists in 80208
I also have specialized training in Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and am a certified EMDR practitioner.
Choosing a healthcare provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want a psychologist who is caring, knowledgable and accessible. Someone willing to take the time to go over all your options and treat you with honor and respect. I have profound respect for the impact suffering has on one's life and am committed to work with you to find relief and enhance the quality of your life.
I also have specialized training in Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and am a certified EMDR practitioner.
Choosing a healthcare provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want a psychologist who is caring, knowledgable and accessible. Someone willing to take the time to go over all your options and treat you with honor and respect. I have profound respect for the impact suffering has on one's life and am committed to work with you to find relief and enhance the quality of your life.
My passion in psychotherapy is working with adults who struggle with behavioral and mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety ADHD and a variety of personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and addictions. My therapeutic approach is drawn from mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, and a humanistic approach. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Ritual/Response Prevention (EXRP) as well as EMDR and Prolong Exposure (PE) sessions for trauma treatment. I am a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.
My passion in psychotherapy is working with adults who struggle with behavioral and mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety ADHD and a variety of personality disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder and addictions. My therapeutic approach is drawn from mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, and a humanistic approach. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Ritual/Response Prevention (EXRP) as well as EMDR and Prolong Exposure (PE) sessions for trauma treatment. I am a Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.
We are happy that you are here, and we hope that we will get to walk alongside you for this portion of your life! While we cannot change the past, or sometimes the external stressors of our present lives, we can impact our trajectory going forward. And here at KCAPS, we believe in supporting people to do just that. Together we may move between past, present, and future... healing, recovering, processing, liberating, exploring, problem-solving, building, empowering, etc depending on your goals and your needs.
We are happy that you are here, and we hope that we will get to walk alongside you for this portion of your life! While we cannot change the past, or sometimes the external stressors of our present lives, we can impact our trajectory going forward. And here at KCAPS, we believe in supporting people to do just that. Together we may move between past, present, and future... healing, recovering, processing, liberating, exploring, problem-solving, building, empowering, etc depending on your goals and your needs.
Do you feel stressed out and lost? Is some part of your life causing you to feel overwhelmed? Are you questioning your ability to make good decisions? Perhaps you need a sounding board; someone who will give you objective feedback and help to strengthen your ability to manage your emotions and clarify your thinking. Whether you are depressed, anxious, stressed out or just at wit's end, I can help you to sort out the issues and create a more effective path toward inner peace and a more satisfied life.
Do you feel stressed out and lost? Is some part of your life causing you to feel overwhelmed? Are you questioning your ability to make good decisions? Perhaps you need a sounding board; someone who will give you objective feedback and help to strengthen your ability to manage your emotions and clarify your thinking. Whether you are depressed, anxious, stressed out or just at wit's end, I can help you to sort out the issues and create a more effective path toward inner peace and a more satisfied 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.