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Annabel Vargas
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95103  (Online Only)
Si estás leyendo esto, has dado el primer paso para realizar cambios. Buscar terapia requiere valentía y puede resultar abrumador, pero no está solo. Estamos juntos en esto. Soy Annabel y mi objetivo es conectarme con los clientes, crear una relación terapéutica segura y brindar apoyo eficaz. Un buen terapeuta debe poseer fuertes habilidades de escuchar y comunicación, y debe crear un espacio seguro para los clientes, eso es lo que me esfuerzo por crear.
Si estás leyendo esto, has dado el primer paso para realizar cambios. Buscar terapia requiere valentía y puede resultar abrumador, pero no está solo. Estamos juntos en esto. Soy Annabel y mi objetivo es conectarme con los clientes, crear una relación terapéutica segura y brindar apoyo eficaz. Un buen terapeuta debe poseer fuertes habilidades de escuchar y comunicación, y debe crear un espacio seguro para los clientes, eso es lo que me esfuerzo por crear.
(657) 363-5226 View (657) 363-5226
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Pamela Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95131  (Online Only)
Ser mujer en estos tiempos no es nada fácil. Mujer: soltera, ama de casa, madre, profesional, estudiante, casada, divorciada, madre soltera. Al final todas con algo en común; sintiendo que no eres suficiente. Ya no puedes más y las expectativas sociales son inalcanzables y agotadoras. Mis clientas se encuentran solas o en relaciones donde necesitan un cambio, deprimidas, ansiosas, sin motivación y perdiendo la esperanza. Te sientes frustrada por que haz intentado todo y nada ha funcionado? Reconozco tu camino y estoy lista para acompañarte a ti y/o a tu familia a encontrar el bienestar individual y/o familiar que tanto necesitan.
Ser mujer en estos tiempos no es nada fácil. Mujer: soltera, ama de casa, madre, profesional, estudiante, casada, divorciada, madre soltera. Al final todas con algo en común; sintiendo que no eres suficiente. Ya no puedes más y las expectativas sociales son inalcanzables y agotadoras. Mis clientas se encuentran solas o en relaciones donde necesitan un cambio, deprimidas, ansiosas, sin motivación y perdiendo la esperanza. Te sientes frustrada por que haz intentado todo y nada ha funcionado? Reconozco tu camino y estoy lista para acompañarte a ti y/o a tu familia a encontrar el bienestar individual y/o familiar que tanto necesitan.
(520) 495-2293 View (520) 495-2293
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Harmonious Healing Space
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128
Hola, Soy una Terapeuta Bilingüe (Español/Inglés), con Licencia de Salud Mental con más de 9 años de experiencia trabajando con niños, jóvenes, parejas, adultos y familias apoyandoles para superar problemas de comportamiento y emocionales.
Hola, Soy una Terapeuta Bilingüe (Español/Inglés), con Licencia de Salud Mental con más de 9 años de experiencia trabajando con niños, jóvenes, parejas, adultos y familias apoyandoles para superar problemas de comportamiento y emocionales.
(650) 457-8033 View (650) 457-8033
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Jennifer C Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACL, LMFT, C-IAYT, RYT 500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95138  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Trabajo bien con individuales quienes estan buscando una manera mas holistica para resolver su problemas emotionales and relacionales si sea dificultades con su familia, trauma, lo dificial que es tenera una familiar con necesidades especiales, enfermedades chronicas/terminales, la ansiedad o depresion. Generalmente, mi punta de vista acerca de salud mental es que una persona no puede seperar el cuerpo de la mente. Ni se puede discontectar una persona de sus experiences de toda la vida. Entonces, trabajando con todas estas sistemas es una manera muy efectiva para mejorar el bienstar de una persona.
Trabajo bien con individuales quienes estan buscando una manera mas holistica para resolver su problemas emotionales and relacionales si sea dificultades con su familia, trauma, lo dificial que es tenera una familiar con necesidades especiales, enfermedades chronicas/terminales, la ansiedad o depresion. Generalmente, mi punta de vista acerca de salud mental es que una persona no puede seperar el cuerpo de la mente. Ni se puede discontectar una persona de sus experiences de toda la vida. Entonces, trabajando con todas estas sistemas es una manera muy efectiva para mejorar el bienstar de una persona.
(562) 454-0709 View (562) 454-0709
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Dr. Mayra Quezada
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125
La terapia se puede utilizar para una variedad de problemas y dificultades. Las personas buscan terapia después de varios años de sentirse "estancadas" en una situación o mentalidad. Algunas personas también han pasado por una tragedia reciente y necesitan apoyo adicional o finalmente se sienten listas para hablar de una tragedia de hace muchos años. Ya sea que se utilice para el crecimiento personal, para sanar heridas o para obtener apoyo durante un período difícil de su vida, la terapia puede ser útil para brindar un espacio seguro para finalmente enfrentar algunas de las preguntas y luchas que enfrentamos.
La terapia se puede utilizar para una variedad de problemas y dificultades. Las personas buscan terapia después de varios años de sentirse "estancadas" en una situación o mentalidad. Algunas personas también han pasado por una tragedia reciente y necesitan apoyo adicional o finalmente se sienten listas para hablar de una tragedia de hace muchos años. Ya sea que se utilice para el crecimiento personal, para sanar heridas o para obtener apoyo durante un período difícil de su vida, la terapia puede ser útil para brindar un espacio seguro para finalmente enfrentar algunas de las preguntas y luchas que enfrentamos.
(408) 357-2802 View (408) 357-2802
Photo of Erika Garcia Rangel, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in San Jose, CA
Erika Garcia Rangel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
Encontrar a un terapeuta de confianza puede ser desafiante e intimidante, agendar la primera sesión requiere mucha valentia. Sin duda, has dado el primer paso hacia la transformación y crecimiento personal. Ofrezco un espacio seguro, cálido y de aceptación para expresar libremente tus sentimientos, pensamientos y experiencias. Mi vocación es guiar y apoyar a personas a incrementar el auto conocimiento a un nivel profundo, para mejorar la relación con su ser interior y con los demás, afrontando los problemas emocionales y comportamentales.
Encontrar a un terapeuta de confianza puede ser desafiante e intimidante, agendar la primera sesión requiere mucha valentia. Sin duda, has dado el primer paso hacia la transformación y crecimiento personal. Ofrezco un espacio seguro, cálido y de aceptación para expresar libremente tus sentimientos, pensamientos y experiencias. Mi vocación es guiar y apoyar a personas a incrementar el auto conocimiento a un nivel profundo, para mejorar la relación con su ser interior y con los demás, afrontando los problemas emocionales y comportamentales.
(650) 360-9342 View (650) 360-9342
Photo of Catalina Uribe-Kling, Marriage & Family Therapist in San Jose, CA
Catalina Uribe-Kling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95101  (Online Only)
Si estas buscando un terapeuta que te pueda ayudar y ademas entienda lo que es ser latino viviendo en Estados Unidos, yo te puedo ayudar. Nosotros vivimos y sentimos de una manera particular y es importante que tu terapeuta pueda entenderte. Yo me he especializado trabajando con immigrantes que estan sufriendo de ansiedad y depression y que estan buscando la manera de reconectarse consigo mismos.
Si estas buscando un terapeuta que te pueda ayudar y ademas entienda lo que es ser latino viviendo en Estados Unidos, yo te puedo ayudar. Nosotros vivimos y sentimos de una manera particular y es importante que tu terapeuta pueda entenderte. Yo me he especializado trabajando con immigrantes que estan sufriendo de ansiedad y depression y que estan buscando la manera de reconectarse consigo mismos.
(415) 358-0068 View (415) 358-0068
Photo of Elizabeth Louise Higgins, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in San Jose, CA
Elizabeth Louise Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128
Waitlist for new clients
Es un gran placer poder proveerle servicios de psicoterapia en espanol. La mayoria de mi experiencia ha sido con ninos, adolescentes y familias. Juntos podemos encontrar una solucion. Su primera llamada es gratis. Le agradezco mucho su confianza.
Es un gran placer poder proveerle servicios de psicoterapia en espanol. La mayoria de mi experiencia ha sido con ninos, adolescentes y familias. Juntos podemos encontrar una solucion. Su primera llamada es gratis. Le agradezco mucho su confianza.
(408) 351-9951 View (408) 351-9951
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Gerardo Joshua Salinas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112
My Goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, teens, and children who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. I believe that navigating these experiences feels better when we get to work through them with someone else. I offer Talk Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help resolve conflict, improve communication, and work to resolve trauma with a focus on early attachment and developmental needs. I also offer parent coaching to help with challenging behaviors at school or in the home.
My Goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, teens, and children who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief. I believe that navigating these experiences feels better when we get to work through them with someone else. I offer Talk Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Art Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to help resolve conflict, improve communication, and work to resolve trauma with a focus on early attachment and developmental needs. I also offer parent coaching to help with challenging behaviors at school or in the home.
(831) 263-4141 View (831) 263-4141
Photo of Maria Hicks, Marriage & Family Therapist in San Jose, CA
Maria Hicks
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95122
Hello, my name is Maria Hicks, and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist. I have been practicing in this field for over 10 years with a focus on individuals, couples, and children. I would be excited to be part of your journey in healing and creating a stable foundation for your growth and development. I am also bilingual and provide services in Spanish. I truly look forward to meeting you… My theoretical approaches are client-centered, holistic, and mindfulness with an emphasis on Cognitive Theory.
Hello, my name is Maria Hicks, and I am a Licensed Psychotherapist. I have been practicing in this field for over 10 years with a focus on individuals, couples, and children. I would be excited to be part of your journey in healing and creating a stable foundation for your growth and development. I am also bilingual and provide services in Spanish. I truly look forward to meeting you… My theoretical approaches are client-centered, holistic, and mindfulness with an emphasis on Cognitive Theory.
(408) 684-5650 View (408) 684-5650
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Carmen Enciso-Steinberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95128
Are you constantly feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationships? I would like to help you achieve a sense of peace and connection so that you can lead a satisfying and meaningful life. I work in a compassionate manner by listening to you and focusing on the issues you want to work on. I use evidenced based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to bring you relief from difficult feelings and thoughts that accompany depression and anxiety.
Are you constantly feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationships? I would like to help you achieve a sense of peace and connection so that you can lead a satisfying and meaningful life. I work in a compassionate manner by listening to you and focusing on the issues you want to work on. I use evidenced based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to bring you relief from difficult feelings and thoughts that accompany depression and anxiety.
(669) 356-6988 View (669) 356-6988
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Jennifer Lara
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
I specialize in CBT, Solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
I specialize in CBT, Solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness.
Childhood trauma can cripple us, it creates overpowering ‘intense’ emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger when left unattended which begins to create physical symptoms to defend our bodies from the internal wounds. Has there ever been a time in your life where you have experienced this reaction? Are you experiencing these feelings based on current or past trauma from childhood, early teens, adolescence, adulthood, or as a senior? I aim to utilize a variety of actionable techniques to help reduce trauma related symptoms and make lasting changes in life.
(408) 214-6772 View (408) 214-6772
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Michelle S. Myers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95160  (Online Only)
My mindfulness training supports you in utilizing your unique strengths, guiding you in bringing your thoughts and your feelings together in effective partnership.
As your therapist, I'm a working partner with you in the pursuit of truth in healing and eliminating debilitating anxiousness and depressive feelings. I will meet you where you are and follow your lead on your goals. The fact that you're seeking support lets me know that you value your life and you have a wealth of strength within. I hope to be a lantern on your path, shining light on places that might be passed over, painful, or forgotten. We will pace ourselves safely on this journey towards self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
My mindfulness training supports you in utilizing your unique strengths, guiding you in bringing your thoughts and your feelings together in effective partnership.
As your therapist, I'm a working partner with you in the pursuit of truth in healing and eliminating debilitating anxiousness and depressive feelings. I will meet you where you are and follow your lead on your goals. The fact that you're seeking support lets me know that you value your life and you have a wealth of strength within. I hope to be a lantern on your path, shining light on places that might be passed over, painful, or forgotten. We will pace ourselves safely on this journey towards self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
(408) 681-8648 View (408) 681-8648
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Tanya Frausto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
As a practitioner, I use techniques and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Loving-Kindness Meditation, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Tanya Frausto. I proudly identify as a bilingual, first-generation Latina college graduate, daughter of immigrants, who comes from a low-income background. I earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego, a master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University, and am licensed in the state of California. I have 13 years in the helping profession serving clients in all stages of life from school-aged children to the elderly. For the past eight years, I have served veterans in a skilled nursing facility, supporting them through end-of-life issues, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
As a practitioner, I use techniques and approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Loving-Kindness Meditation, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Tanya Frausto. I proudly identify as a bilingual, first-generation Latina college graduate, daughter of immigrants, who comes from a low-income background. I earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Diego, a master’s degree in social work from San Diego State University, and am licensed in the state of California. I have 13 years in the helping profession serving clients in all stages of life from school-aged children to the elderly. For the past eight years, I have served veterans in a skilled nursing facility, supporting them through end-of-life issues, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and grief.
(408) 668-0825 View (408) 668-0825
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Yessica Islas McLenegan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125  (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of different therapy techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialetical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My specialities include working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and stress. I have experience working with adults and young adults. I provide Individual therapy.
I utilize a variety of different therapy techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialetical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My specialities include working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, social anxiety, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, and stress. I have experience working with adults and young adults. I provide Individual therapy.
(408) 763-5195 View (408) 763-5195
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Eva Karolina Gagnon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95120  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My approach involves evidence-based therapeutic interventions using cognitive, behavioral, & mindfulness-based strategies for a wide variety of symptoms & life transitions.
Welcome to my bio! The decision to pursue therapy is a courageous one, & finding the right therapist can feel daunting but it is possible. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in CA with 15+ yrs experience serving clients who desire to heal from anxiety, depression & challenging life transitions across the lifespan. I'm passionate about empowering others to bring their life, career, & relationships into thriving alignment in order to experience more authentic joy, abundance & fulfillment. You are more than capable & worthy of experiencing the change you deeply desire, & I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
My approach involves evidence-based therapeutic interventions using cognitive, behavioral, & mindfulness-based strategies for a wide variety of symptoms & life transitions.
Welcome to my bio! The decision to pursue therapy is a courageous one, & finding the right therapist can feel daunting but it is possible. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in CA with 15+ yrs experience serving clients who desire to heal from anxiety, depression & challenging life transitions across the lifespan. I'm passionate about empowering others to bring their life, career, & relationships into thriving alignment in order to experience more authentic joy, abundance & fulfillment. You are more than capable & worthy of experiencing the change you deeply desire, & I would be honored to be a part of your healing journey.
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Giorgio Andrea Quittan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95126
I like to apply a mindfulness somatic based approach.
I am an Italian who has been living in The Bay Area for the last 40 years. I am fluent in English, Italian and Spanish. I have extensive experience and training in Hakomi, Somatic Based Psychotherapy and EMDR. I have more than 15 years of experience with Santa Clara County, Department of Families and Children Services, providing support and services to individuals, children and families who have been involved with the Child Welfare System. I also have 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services at a Medical Hospital Specialized in Treating HIV/AIDS patients who suffer from Addiction, PTSD and Trauma.
I like to apply a mindfulness somatic based approach.
I am an Italian who has been living in The Bay Area for the last 40 years. I am fluent in English, Italian and Spanish. I have extensive experience and training in Hakomi, Somatic Based Psychotherapy and EMDR. I have more than 15 years of experience with Santa Clara County, Department of Families and Children Services, providing support and services to individuals, children and families who have been involved with the Child Welfare System. I also have 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services at a Medical Hospital Specialized in Treating HIV/AIDS patients who suffer from Addiction, PTSD and Trauma.
(408) 872-8948 View (408) 872-8948
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Cristina M. Collada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95117
My approach is supportive, direct, and problem-focused. I utilize evidenced-based approaches including EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-based techniques. With over 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors, I have extensive training and knowledge in the Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment of a variety of mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Addiction, Psychotic Disorders, Relationship Issues, Stress Management, Self-esteem Issues, Grief and Loss. I also have extensive experience responding to critical incidents including mass shootings and natural disasters.
My approach is supportive, direct, and problem-focused. I utilize evidenced-based approaches including EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-based techniques. With over 30 years of experience in the public and private sectors, I have extensive training and knowledge in the Assessment, Diagnosis and Treatment of a variety of mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, Addiction, Psychotic Disorders, Relationship Issues, Stress Management, Self-esteem Issues, Grief and Loss. I also have extensive experience responding to critical incidents including mass shootings and natural disasters.
(408) 549-8980 View (408) 549-8980
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Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
I also assist in your healing process by utilizing CBT, mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
I also assist in your healing process by utilizing CBT, mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
(408) 351-0990 View (408) 351-0990
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Tracy Lynn Fleming
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
Many people come to therapy to resolve problems in relationships, manage stress related to work and family, to learn how to adapt to minor and major changes in life, or simply to enhance one’s sense of self. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and that my job as a therapist is to guide clients in resolving their issues by providing a wide variety of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness tools and techniques that can easily be applied to daily life and that will alleviate suffering in a relatively short period of time.
Many people come to therapy to resolve problems in relationships, manage stress related to work and family, to learn how to adapt to minor and major changes in life, or simply to enhance one’s sense of self. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and that my job as a therapist is to guide clients in resolving their issues by providing a wide variety of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness tools and techniques that can easily be applied to daily life and that will alleviate suffering in a relatively short period of time.
(408) 628-1061 View (408) 628-1061
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.