Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in 94025

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Sutha Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
Using my compassionate, open nature and training in empirically-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (including exposure treatments), mindfulness, and psychodynamic/EFT, I strive to closely and curiously listen to you and your lived experiences.
Hi there. In therapy with me, you can expect to slow down, express your whole self, feel understood, and collaboratively work through feelings of worry, stuck or on-edge, loneliness, sadness, fear or shame. Your therapy goals are central to how I tailor treatment. My expertise are working with adults focusing on generalized/social anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and who want to strengthen an authentic relationship with self. I also specialize in processing trauma, specifically for sexual assault survivors, adults with history of childhood abuse, and traumatic grief.
Using my compassionate, open nature and training in empirically-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy (including exposure treatments), mindfulness, and psychodynamic/EFT, I strive to closely and curiously listen to you and your lived experiences.
Hi there. In therapy with me, you can expect to slow down, express your whole self, feel understood, and collaboratively work through feelings of worry, stuck or on-edge, loneliness, sadness, fear or shame. Your therapy goals are central to how I tailor treatment. My expertise are working with adults focusing on generalized/social anxiety, perfectionism, OCD, and who want to strengthen an authentic relationship with self. I also specialize in processing trauma, specifically for sexual assault survivors, adults with history of childhood abuse, and traumatic grief.
(650) 749-7397 View (650) 749-7397
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Barbara Salinger-Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Salinger-Brown is trained and certified in CBT, DBT, EMDR, performance psychology, and mindfulness.
Barbara Salinger-Brown is a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Menlo Park. With over 17 years of experience working with adults and teens who are seeking help for struggles with anxiety, depression, enhancing performance, eating disorders, and relief from trauma. I work with performing artists, athletes, and coaches, giving them tools to help increase their confidence and learn how to achieve peak performance. As a competitive swimmer for most of my life, I discovered a passion for helping athletes develop a more balanced and healthy way of viewing and participating in their sport.
Salinger-Brown is trained and certified in CBT, DBT, EMDR, performance psychology, and mindfulness.
Barbara Salinger-Brown is a licensed psychotherapist with a private practice in Menlo Park. With over 17 years of experience working with adults and teens who are seeking help for struggles with anxiety, depression, enhancing performance, eating disorders, and relief from trauma. I work with performing artists, athletes, and coaches, giving them tools to help increase their confidence and learn how to achieve peak performance. As a competitive swimmer for most of my life, I discovered a passion for helping athletes develop a more balanced and healthy way of viewing and participating in their sport.
(650) 539-6912 View (650) 539-6912
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Kamailia Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques.
I have worked with diverse populations of all ages. I believe that everyone deserves to live their best life, use their voice, and be free in their body. As humans, our sense of self is shaped by family stories, the environment we grew up and live in, relationships, past traumas, and socio-political-economic and cultural influences, that may have clouded our vision of ourselves or who we want to be. My joy as a therapist is to provide space for you to speak your truth, find your way back to yourself, reinvent, and rediscover who you are. Change is a moment-by-moment process.
I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques.
I have worked with diverse populations of all ages. I believe that everyone deserves to live their best life, use their voice, and be free in their body. As humans, our sense of self is shaped by family stories, the environment we grew up and live in, relationships, past traumas, and socio-political-economic and cultural influences, that may have clouded our vision of ourselves or who we want to be. My joy as a therapist is to provide space for you to speak your truth, find your way back to yourself, reinvent, and rediscover who you are. Change is a moment-by-moment process.
(415) 549-1171 View (415) 549-1171
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Gregory Ross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
By employing several highly effective therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness and meditation practices, I assist teenagers, college students, young adults, and their families: work through unsettling thoughts and feelings; navigate growing pains and adversities; live happier, healthier, and more productive lives.
Specialized therapy for teens and young adults: Are you the parent of a teenager who is having problems at school, with friends, and/or issues at home? Are you a college student or young adult dealing with issues relating to school, work, relationships, and/or family? I come to therapy with years of corporate business experience and my therapeutic background includes working as a mental health therapist at Los Altos High School in Los Altos, CA, teaching the Heart to Heart seminar at Stanford Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto, CA, and training at the Community Health Awareness Council (CHAC) in Mountain View, CA.
By employing several highly effective therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness and meditation practices, I assist teenagers, college students, young adults, and their families: work through unsettling thoughts and feelings; navigate growing pains and adversities; live happier, healthier, and more productive lives.
Specialized therapy for teens and young adults: Are you the parent of a teenager who is having problems at school, with friends, and/or issues at home? Are you a college student or young adult dealing with issues relating to school, work, relationships, and/or family? I come to therapy with years of corporate business experience and my therapeutic background includes working as a mental health therapist at Los Altos High School in Los Altos, CA, teaching the Heart to Heart seminar at Stanford Children’s Hospital in Palo Alto, CA, and training at the Community Health Awareness Council (CHAC) in Mountain View, CA.
(650) 449-8111 View (650) 449-8111
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Jillian Walsh Rosoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
I believe in a collaborative approach, and when appropriate, I incorporate meditation, expressive arts, and mindfulness.
Helping clients facing grief or chronic illness is my passion. I work with clients experiencing many kinds of losses, including death of a parent, partner, or one's own health. For nearly a decade, I was a hospice grief counselor providing support to individuals and families. I help clients finding meaning after devastating challenges, while developing practical coping strategies. I am certified in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement, through the Association of Death Education and Counseling (ADEC).
I believe in a collaborative approach, and when appropriate, I incorporate meditation, expressive arts, and mindfulness.
Helping clients facing grief or chronic illness is my passion. I work with clients experiencing many kinds of losses, including death of a parent, partner, or one's own health. For nearly a decade, I was a hospice grief counselor providing support to individuals and families. I help clients finding meaning after devastating challenges, while developing practical coping strategies. I am certified in Thanatology, the study of death, dying and bereavement, through the Association of Death Education and Counseling (ADEC).
(650) 686-2232 View (650) 686-2232
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Kristian Bowden Menotti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I have worked in mental health for 20 years and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness Based approaches.
You want to feel balanced, centered and be able to truly experience joy. You are tired of depression, anxiety and/or troubling memories standing in the way of your ability to live a rich and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a current challenging situation, or you're just ready to move forward from a troubled past, I cherish the opportunity of hearing your story and walking with you along your path of healing.
I have worked in mental health for 20 years and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness Based approaches.
You want to feel balanced, centered and be able to truly experience joy. You are tired of depression, anxiety and/or troubling memories standing in the way of your ability to live a rich and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a current challenging situation, or you're just ready to move forward from a troubled past, I cherish the opportunity of hearing your story and walking with you along your path of healing.
(408) 215-9451 View (408) 215-9451
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Miranda Pinckert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
We can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, existential-humanistic, and psychodynamic techniques depending on your needs during our time together.
Everyone needs help sometimes. In therapy, we join together to achieve your goals. Many of my clients are working on issues with anxiety and depression brought on by life transitions and past traumas. Together we examine patterns of thinking and behaviors that are no longer serving you. New coping skills help clients tolerate their feelings and improve their interpersonal communication.
We can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, existential-humanistic, and psychodynamic techniques depending on your needs during our time together.
Everyone needs help sometimes. In therapy, we join together to achieve your goals. Many of my clients are working on issues with anxiety and depression brought on by life transitions and past traumas. Together we examine patterns of thinking and behaviors that are no longer serving you. New coping skills help clients tolerate their feelings and improve their interpersonal communication.
(650) 460-1387 View (650) 460-1387
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Brandy Head
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I practice several treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based therapy, brief solution focused therapy, and a few more.
My name is Brandy Head. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with about a decade of experience. Treatment style is adapted to meet your needs, not mine. You will always find me warm, accepting, and open to assist you with any goals that you have. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges related to aging, grief, mood disorders, role changes, stress, medical challenges, and relationship issues. I have enjoyed working with veterans, caregivers, parents, partners, and adult children.
I practice several treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based therapy, brief solution focused therapy, and a few more.
My name is Brandy Head. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with about a decade of experience. Treatment style is adapted to meet your needs, not mine. You will always find me warm, accepting, and open to assist you with any goals that you have. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges related to aging, grief, mood disorders, role changes, stress, medical challenges, and relationship issues. I have enjoyed working with veterans, caregivers, parents, partners, and adult children.
(805) 332-4708 View (805) 332-4708
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Jesus Mendoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
In my work, I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Dialectical Behavioral, and Mindfulness techniques.
Hola, my name is Jesus Mendoza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. My goal is to provide a safe space to aid in one’s journey toward healing by learning safe coping skills, emotion regulation, and communication techniques. I emphasize finding one’s true authentic self. I have found that my style works well with teens and adults with past trauma, current stressors, or difficulty with certain life transitions.
In my work, I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Dialectical Behavioral, and Mindfulness techniques.
Hola, my name is Jesus Mendoza, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. My goal is to provide a safe space to aid in one’s journey toward healing by learning safe coping skills, emotion regulation, and communication techniques. I emphasize finding one’s true authentic self. I have found that my style works well with teens and adults with past trauma, current stressors, or difficulty with certain life transitions.
(408) 706-2650 View (408) 706-2650
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Christy F Telch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Many people find the mindfulness meditation, emotion regulation and exposure therapy skills I teach to be particularly helpful.
Life's problems can feel much more difficult when faced alone. Perhaps you are struggling with a painful loss, are overwhelmed by fear, anger, loneliness or depression. You may be stuck in patterns of negative, self-critical thinking and inner pressure may cause you to feel tense and exhausted. You may feel shame and hopelessness and your means of coping such as avoidance, procrastination, withdrawal or overeating adds to your distress. I help people struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, phobias, eating issues, and relationship distress to understand these problems and develop skills to feel better and create happier lives.
Many people find the mindfulness meditation, emotion regulation and exposure therapy skills I teach to be particularly helpful.
Life's problems can feel much more difficult when faced alone. Perhaps you are struggling with a painful loss, are overwhelmed by fear, anger, loneliness or depression. You may be stuck in patterns of negative, self-critical thinking and inner pressure may cause you to feel tense and exhausted. You may feel shame and hopelessness and your means of coping such as avoidance, procrastination, withdrawal or overeating adds to your distress. I help people struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, phobias, eating issues, and relationship distress to understand these problems and develop skills to feel better and create happier lives.
(650) 323-1637 View (650) 323-1637
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Renee Burgard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Waitlist for new clients
I offer mindfulness-based psychotherapy, with a warm and non-judging approach, for people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, post-traumatic stress, infertility, seizure disorders (including atypical seizures) and people with pain and other chronic medical conditions. Sessions involve mostly talking therapy, and may also include (depending on your needs and interests): breathing & body sensation awareness practices; emotional regulation & distress tolerance training; simple yoga & meditation; and compassion, acceptance, gratitude, and loving-kindness practices; and interactive guided imagery.
I offer mindfulness-based psychotherapy, with a warm and non-judging approach, for people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, post-traumatic stress, infertility, seizure disorders (including atypical seizures) and people with pain and other chronic medical conditions. Sessions involve mostly talking therapy, and may also include (depending on your needs and interests): breathing & body sensation awareness practices; emotional regulation & distress tolerance training; simple yoga & meditation; and compassion, acceptance, gratitude, and loving-kindness practices; and interactive guided imagery.
(650) 603-0499 View (650) 603-0499
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Athena Robinson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I work with adults and teens who are coping with eating disorders, relationship issues, emotion dysregulation, depression, and anxiety. I'm well-trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Family Based Therapy for adolescent eating disorders. Mindfulness practice is often integrated into therapy. Therapy is tailored to a client's needs and goals, and is provided in a supportive and collaborative environment.
I work with adults and teens who are coping with eating disorders, relationship issues, emotion dysregulation, depression, and anxiety. I'm well-trained and certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Family Based Therapy for adolescent eating disorders. Mindfulness practice is often integrated into therapy. Therapy is tailored to a client's needs and goals, and is provided in a supportive and collaborative environment.
(650) 832-1397 View (650) 832-1397
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Punit Mahendru
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
I integrate several conventional therapeutic strategies such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focussed Therapy with other less conventional modalities such as mindfulness, breath work and more.
Most of my clients are looking for effective strategy to navigate through crisis, relationship concerns, deal with depression, anxiety or other emotional states. Many clients see me for a brief period and others return periodically as they implement changes or encounter new concerns. I help clients maneuver through life transitions, parenting challenges, and exploring their potential as well as their life purpose.
I integrate several conventional therapeutic strategies such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focussed Therapy with other less conventional modalities such as mindfulness, breath work and more.
Most of my clients are looking for effective strategy to navigate through crisis, relationship concerns, deal with depression, anxiety or other emotional states. Many clients see me for a brief period and others return periodically as they implement changes or encounter new concerns. I help clients maneuver through life transitions, parenting challenges, and exploring their potential as well as their life purpose.
(510) 369-1658 View (510) 369-1658
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Gabriela Breton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I have a warm and compassionate approach focusing on the present moment. I support teens, pre teens, parents, families, individuals and couples deal with their challenges in a safe and supportive environment. I am experienced in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions to name a few. I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Mindfulness,EMDR and Somatic therapy. I am also fluent in Spanish and through my life lived in four different countries, therefore, enjoy working with a population with diverce cultural background.
I have a warm and compassionate approach focusing on the present moment. I support teens, pre teens, parents, families, individuals and couples deal with their challenges in a safe and supportive environment. I am experienced in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions to name a few. I have extensive training in DBT, CBT, Mindfulness,EMDR and Somatic therapy. I am also fluent in Spanish and through my life lived in four different countries, therefore, enjoy working with a population with diverce cultural background.
(415) 630-6063 View (415) 630-6063
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Connie Habash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
My approach integrates body, mind, and spirit – such as mindfulness/presence, somatic approaches, “parts” work, expressive arts, self-compassion, and energy awareness – with more traditional methods like cognitive behavioral therapy.
Your challenges aren’t in vain – they can be springboards into the life you dream of. Maybe you have felt overwhelmed, stressed out, anxious, sorrowful, or despairing. These difficult emotions can indicate that transformation, power, and aliveness are at hand. You just need the right guide to help you move through them to that fulfilling, happier life that you long for. I’m skilled at helping you explore your own depths – even the scary places – to find your hidden treasures. Your relationships, work, and sense of self can become more authentic and fulfilling – even when imperfect. And you’ll discover your inner resilience, too.
My approach integrates body, mind, and spirit – such as mindfulness/presence, somatic approaches, “parts” work, expressive arts, self-compassion, and energy awareness – with more traditional methods like cognitive behavioral therapy.
Your challenges aren’t in vain – they can be springboards into the life you dream of. Maybe you have felt overwhelmed, stressed out, anxious, sorrowful, or despairing. These difficult emotions can indicate that transformation, power, and aliveness are at hand. You just need the right guide to help you move through them to that fulfilling, happier life that you long for. I’m skilled at helping you explore your own depths – even the scary places – to find your hidden treasures. Your relationships, work, and sense of self can become more authentic and fulfilling – even when imperfect. And you’ll discover your inner resilience, too.
(650) 267-4391 View (650) 267-4391
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Denise Padilla
Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I value providing a client focused approach that combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and strength based.
My name is Denise Padilla. I earned my master's at University of Southern California. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience over 10 years of experience. My focus is on life transitions, health, inter-generational stress, improving mental health. I am experienced in treating adjustment disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. A safe space with open communication and will meet you where you are on your path to healing and love.
I value providing a client focused approach that combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and strength based.
My name is Denise Padilla. I earned my master's at University of Southern California. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience over 10 years of experience. My focus is on life transitions, health, inter-generational stress, improving mental health. I am experienced in treating adjustment disorders, depressive disorders, and anxiety disorders. A safe space with open communication and will meet you where you are on your path to healing and love.
(510) 694-2463 View (510) 694-2463
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Nancy Compton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
Imagine what it would feel like to be thriving! My approach is mindfulness and strengths based, relational, trauma informed, psychodynamic, somatic, and culturally informed.
You really can have a life where you feel more connected, self assured, happier and at peace. You probably have been struggling for awhile and now you are ready to courageously face the difficulties that have kept you from living your best life. Your difficulties may stem from an unsatisfying relationship, unfulfilling job, or a history of trauma.
Imagine what it would feel like to be thriving! My approach is mindfulness and strengths based, relational, trauma informed, psychodynamic, somatic, and culturally informed.
You really can have a life where you feel more connected, self assured, happier and at peace. You probably have been struggling for awhile and now you are ready to courageously face the difficulties that have kept you from living your best life. Your difficulties may stem from an unsatisfying relationship, unfulfilling job, or a history of trauma.
(341) 444-2059 View (341) 444-2059
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Amma H Tai
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
As a clinician, I practice from an integrative, evidence-based collaborative care approach and draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure therapy, mindfulness-based and solution focused therapy approaches.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual and group therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. I specialize in anxiety disorders, stress and related conditions, and provide ADHD evaluation. Change may cause stress, but dealing with a change successfully would leave us stronger, more confident, and better prepared for a new chapter in our life. My approach is practical, focusing on fast symptom relief. I will help you understand your concerns and guide you to solutions you believe are best by learning new skills that will allow you to deal with challenges and maximize your full potential.
As a clinician, I practice from an integrative, evidence-based collaborative care approach and draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), exposure therapy, mindfulness-based and solution focused therapy approaches.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual and group therapy in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. I specialize in anxiety disorders, stress and related conditions, and provide ADHD evaluation. Change may cause stress, but dealing with a change successfully would leave us stronger, more confident, and better prepared for a new chapter in our life. My approach is practical, focusing on fast symptom relief. I will help you understand your concerns and guide you to solutions you believe are best by learning new skills that will allow you to deal with challenges and maximize your full potential.
(628) 333-6588 View (628) 333-6588
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John Pellitteri
Psychologist, PsyD, MSCP, ABPP
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I have been licensed since 2001, and specialize in neuropsychological assessment, neurofeedback, psychotherapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
I am interested in working with clients who are ready to make a change - moving toward a more centered existence, with better relationships and more fulfillment in life. I use mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy to assist in developing skills to reduce anxiety and depression. If you are looking for a seasoned, experienced therapist, I'd like to talk to you!
I have been licensed since 2001, and specialize in neuropsychological assessment, neurofeedback, psychotherapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
I am interested in working with clients who are ready to make a change - moving toward a more centered existence, with better relationships and more fulfillment in life. I use mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy to assist in developing skills to reduce anxiety and depression. If you are looking for a seasoned, experienced therapist, I'd like to talk to you!
(951) 724-4961 View (951) 724-4961
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Teresa Wace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025  (Online Only)
I am certified as a mindfulness-based stress reduction therapist.
I focus on helping you build healthy and rewarding relationships with yourself and others. My clients tell me that they benefit from my unique ability to transform psychological principles into practical tools they can use every day to better their lives. Some of my clients are experiencing grief, loss and anxiety. Others are navigating major life transitions. Clients I see want to improve their inner and outer world, and learn more about themselves in order to feel more joy, love, and fulfillment in their lives.
I am certified as a mindfulness-based stress reduction therapist.
I focus on helping you build healthy and rewarding relationships with yourself and others. My clients tell me that they benefit from my unique ability to transform psychological principles into practical tools they can use every day to better their lives. Some of my clients are experiencing grief, loss and anxiety. Others are navigating major life transitions. Clients I see want to improve their inner and outer world, and learn more about themselves in order to feel more joy, love, and fulfillment in their lives.
(650) 542-6622 View (650) 542-6622
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.