Therapists in Atlanta, GA
Robine Padberg Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30316 (Online Only)
My approach is Attachment- and Mindfulness-Based and I am trained with the IFS Institute to apply the Internal Family Systems model.
You are having a hard time feeling connected to yourself and your loved ones, have difficulty managing the different aspects of your life and are experiencing a hard time coping with past events. You seem to have trouble recognizing who you are today, feel like your emotions are overwhelming and are missing a sense of peace. One thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find the clarity and confidence in your decision making and move through life with more ease. Most of all, you’re ready to find joy in the day-to-day again. You’re ready for a new “normal”, and I can help you get there.
My approach is Attachment- and Mindfulness-Based and I am trained with the IFS Institute to apply the Internal Family Systems model.
You are having a hard time feeling connected to yourself and your loved ones, have difficulty managing the different aspects of your life and are experiencing a hard time coping with past events. You seem to have trouble recognizing who you are today, feel like your emotions are overwhelming and are missing a sense of peace. One thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to find the clarity and confidence in your decision making and move through life with more ease. Most of all, you’re ready to find joy in the day-to-day again. You’re ready for a new “normal”, and I can help you get there.
Michael Fountain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30329
Hello, my name is Michael and I am Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor. For over 15 years I have worked in several community based settings to provide oversight to clinical programs and counseling services. My areas of specialties include issues of meditation and mindfulness, addictions, grief and loss, depression problems, oppositional and defiant issues for children, homelessness, spiritual connectedness, leadership development, stress management, LGBTQ issues, and trauma that impact the growth, development, and potentially impeded on one's personal growth.
Hello, my name is Michael and I am Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor. For over 15 years I have worked in several community based settings to provide oversight to clinical programs and counseling services. My areas of specialties include issues of meditation and mindfulness, addictions, grief and loss, depression problems, oppositional and defiant issues for children, homelessness, spiritual connectedness, leadership development, stress management, LGBTQ issues, and trauma that impact the growth, development, and potentially impeded on one's personal growth.
Laura McNulty
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
In addition to traditional talk-therapy, I have special training and experience in the use of the creative arts, body-oriented and mindfulness approaches.
Mental, physical and emotional distress often contain important clues to imbalance in your life. Learning to listen to yourself, with the active support of a trusted therapeutic relationship, can help you to become unstuck and live with greater ease. With this support, you are able to understand the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in your life. You begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of your past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement.
In addition to traditional talk-therapy, I have special training and experience in the use of the creative arts, body-oriented and mindfulness approaches.
Mental, physical and emotional distress often contain important clues to imbalance in your life. Learning to listen to yourself, with the active support of a trusted therapeutic relationship, can help you to become unstuck and live with greater ease. With this support, you are able to understand the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in your life. You begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of your past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement.
Judy Lev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
We will work together using wisdom from neuroscience and methods of mindfulness, parts work, and somatic awareness.
Maybe you are ready to make a shift and looking for a safe space and meaningful therapeutic process to support you. Let's see if I am the right fit for you....I am easy to talk to, warm and authentic. You will feel it when you sit with me. I will support you as you (re)learn to trust yourself and cultivate the ability to listen closely to what you already know. My orientation is grounded in the belief that we are all born into this world with an innate ability to know deeply what we need. We develop layers of protection to survive this world, and I am here to help you get back to who you truly are.
We will work together using wisdom from neuroscience and methods of mindfulness, parts work, and somatic awareness.
Maybe you are ready to make a shift and looking for a safe space and meaningful therapeutic process to support you. Let's see if I am the right fit for you....I am easy to talk to, warm and authentic. You will feel it when you sit with me. I will support you as you (re)learn to trust yourself and cultivate the ability to listen closely to what you already know. My orientation is grounded in the belief that we are all born into this world with an innate ability to know deeply what we need. We develop layers of protection to survive this world, and I am here to help you get back to who you truly are.
Diane Hilleary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30329
I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindful Self-Compassion and enjoy their focus on mindfulness and connecting the dots between feelings, thoughts and actions.
With the right kind of support, meaningful change is possible. I know it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and therefore I want to make sure you get what you need. With that in mind, I tailor my therapeutic approach to each individual and will work with you to develop goals for your therapy. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and understood and understanding is the first step to change. I believe through supportive therapy, you can live differently and experience life in a more peaceful and fulfilling way.
I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindful Self-Compassion and enjoy their focus on mindfulness and connecting the dots between feelings, thoughts and actions.
With the right kind of support, meaningful change is possible. I know it takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and therefore I want to make sure you get what you need. With that in mind, I tailor my therapeutic approach to each individual and will work with you to develop goals for your therapy. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves to be heard and understood and understanding is the first step to change. I believe through supportive therapy, you can live differently and experience life in a more peaceful and fulfilling way.
Laurie Bradley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work clinically from Family Systems, Attachment, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Experiential Theories, integrating Mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a range of problems from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, impulse control, family/sibling relational issues, parent-child relational and attachment issues, co-parenting, grief and loss, adoption issues, ADHD, substance abuse and major life transitions. I believe in taking a non-directive, client-centered approach, and creating a warm and non-judgmental space where I can help my clients to uncover what is keeping them from moving forward so they can lead happier and healthier lives.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I work clinically from Family Systems, Attachment, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Experiential Theories, integrating Mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with a range of problems from anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, impulse control, family/sibling relational issues, parent-child relational and attachment issues, co-parenting, grief and loss, adoption issues, ADHD, substance abuse and major life transitions. I believe in taking a non-directive, client-centered approach, and creating a warm and non-judgmental space where I can help my clients to uncover what is keeping them from moving forward so they can lead happier and healthier lives.
Matt Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30307
I approach work with clients from a mindfulness-based perspective in order to process difficult emotions.
As a therapist with experience in substance abuse and addiction, I specialize in working with adults experiencing active addiction and early recovery from addiction, as well as family members and loved ones who are affected by someone's drinking or substance use. In addition to these areas, I also help people experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Men's Issues, Anger Management, and other Interpersonal Issues.
I approach work with clients from a mindfulness-based perspective in order to process difficult emotions.
As a therapist with experience in substance abuse and addiction, I specialize in working with adults experiencing active addiction and early recovery from addiction, as well as family members and loved ones who are affected by someone's drinking or substance use. In addition to these areas, I also help people experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Men's Issues, Anger Management, and other Interpersonal Issues.
Vena Kim Cain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT200
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309
I am a meditation instructor and continue to use these tools, along with yoga and mindfulness skills, to help deal with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, and sexual abuse.
I work with a variety of people, all facing different challenges. I am here to support and you as you continue to explore your passions and curiosities. I can also be helpful by gently challenging you as you continue to discover new aspects of yourself and your life. The one common thread that all of my clients share is that they are all motivated for change in order to reach their highest, and most fulfilled, potential.
I am a meditation instructor and continue to use these tools, along with yoga and mindfulness skills, to help deal with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, and sexual abuse.
I work with a variety of people, all facing different challenges. I am here to support and you as you continue to explore your passions and curiosities. I can also be helpful by gently challenging you as you continue to discover new aspects of yourself and your life. The one common thread that all of my clients share is that they are all motivated for change in order to reach their highest, and most fulfilled, potential.
Adrienne Tarrence
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
As a counselor, I incorporate mindfulness, somatic work, and attachment theory into the therapeutic process.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I believe in providing a safe space for my clients to navigate their mental health and wellness journey. I strive to empower clients to gain insight and awareness around their emotions, behaviors, and relational patterns. I guide clients in exploring a deeper understanding of the root of their issues. I operate from a person-centered orientation, expressing empathy and unconditional positive regard for my clients. I view clients through a trauma-informed and multicultural lens. I specialize in working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and PTSD.
As a counselor, I incorporate mindfulness, somatic work, and attachment theory into the therapeutic process.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I believe in providing a safe space for my clients to navigate their mental health and wellness journey. I strive to empower clients to gain insight and awareness around their emotions, behaviors, and relational patterns. I guide clients in exploring a deeper understanding of the root of their issues. I operate from a person-centered orientation, expressing empathy and unconditional positive regard for my clients. I view clients through a trauma-informed and multicultural lens. I specialize in working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, and PTSD.
Katie Watts Renell Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30327 (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction to help my clients increase awareness and gain a deeper insight into the sources of their anxiety and stress.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, a new life transition (motherhood, change in schools or jobs, etc), or struggling to cope with the weight of your problems on a daily basis, I can help you find a way forward and offer you the tools and techniques to tap into the inner strength that you already possess. I believe in approaching therapy from a warm, genuine, validating, and irreverent perspective and often use humor to help my clients get “unstuck” from unhelpful thinking patterns. My job is just to be your mirror to see what is already there, infinite wisdom.
I utilize a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction to help my clients increase awareness and gain a deeper insight into the sources of their anxiety and stress.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, a new life transition (motherhood, change in schools or jobs, etc), or struggling to cope with the weight of your problems on a daily basis, I can help you find a way forward and offer you the tools and techniques to tap into the inner strength that you already possess. I believe in approaching therapy from a warm, genuine, validating, and irreverent perspective and often use humor to help my clients get “unstuck” from unhelpful thinking patterns. My job is just to be your mirror to see what is already there, infinite wisdom.
Christina John
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303 (Online Only)
Taking a culturally competent approach, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Mindfulness.
Now accepting new clients. Evening and weekend appointments available! I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families overcome their struggles and implement positive change in their lives. Whether you are dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other issues, I am here to help. I love empowering my clients to be their best. There is power in talking about your pain. You don't have to go through life alone.
Taking a culturally competent approach, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Mindfulness.
Now accepting new clients. Evening and weekend appointments available! I have a passion for helping individuals, couples, and families overcome their struggles and implement positive change in their lives. Whether you are dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other issues, I am here to help. I love empowering my clients to be their best. There is power in talking about your pain. You don't have to go through life alone.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30341
I envision my life work as helping people embody their most authentic vision for their lives, helping them work with obstacles they encounter with mindfulness and self-compassion.
As a warm, heart-centered, holistic therapist, I am deeply interested in accompanying my clients in their journey to health, happiness, and wholeness. In facilitating a safe healing space for adults, we gently explore what emerges in the present moment, letting the session organically unfold. I am welcoming clients who want to step into an authentic, more peaceful, more empowered and expansive place within themselves. I work with those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship turmoil, spiritual or existential issues, grief, life transitions, women's issues, co-dependency, abuse, trauma, or those simply wanting to find deeper contentment in their lives.
I envision my life work as helping people embody their most authentic vision for their lives, helping them work with obstacles they encounter with mindfulness and self-compassion.
As a warm, heart-centered, holistic therapist, I am deeply interested in accompanying my clients in their journey to health, happiness, and wholeness. In facilitating a safe healing space for adults, we gently explore what emerges in the present moment, letting the session organically unfold. I am welcoming clients who want to step into an authentic, more peaceful, more empowered and expansive place within themselves. I work with those experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship turmoil, spiritual or existential issues, grief, life transitions, women's issues, co-dependency, abuse, trauma, or those simply wanting to find deeper contentment in their lives.
Michele Lynne Tamarkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
I instill hope and inspire courage, mindfulness, and self-discovery in order to establish strength, awareness, empowerment, recovery, self and body esteem.
I am a solution-driven psychotherapist with a humanistic and experiential focus on emotional and physical well-being for children through young adults. I'm licensed with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in California, a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and an in-home Therapeutic Crisis Coach for families. I encourage choice and change toward wholeness.
I instill hope and inspire courage, mindfulness, and self-discovery in order to establish strength, awareness, empowerment, recovery, self and body esteem.
I am a solution-driven psychotherapist with a humanistic and experiential focus on emotional and physical well-being for children through young adults. I'm licensed with the Board of Behavioral Sciences in California, a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and an in-home Therapeutic Crisis Coach for families. I encourage choice and change toward wholeness.
Christopher Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30327 (Online Only)
I have found using a combination of psychotherapy, mindfulness, exercise, relaxation and self-regulation techniques to be beneficial.
Hello, I'm Chris, and my passion is helping you navigate the challenges of anxiety. I believe in a balance between professional expertise and a warm, understanding approach. Anxiety can be overwhelming, but with the right support, it's possible to find calm and clarity in your life. We'll work together to understand the anxiety and develop practical, everyday techniques to manage it. It's not just about coping; it's about thriving and rediscovering joy in your life. Let's start this journey together. Reach out, and let's make a positive change in your life today.
I have found using a combination of psychotherapy, mindfulness, exercise, relaxation and self-regulation techniques to be beneficial.
Hello, I'm Chris, and my passion is helping you navigate the challenges of anxiety. I believe in a balance between professional expertise and a warm, understanding approach. Anxiety can be overwhelming, but with the right support, it's possible to find calm and clarity in your life. We'll work together to understand the anxiety and develop practical, everyday techniques to manage it. It's not just about coping; it's about thriving and rediscovering joy in your life. Let's start this journey together. Reach out, and let's make a positive change in your life today.
Michael Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, DBT-I
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30339
Interventions such as Mindfulness, Hypnotherapy, DBT, and others help the mind and body to work together towards achieving their therapy goals and maintain them.
You've noticed something feels off and you’re not sleeping regularly, it’s harder to focus, your brain keeps firing away at times when you just want to relax. Your stress is out of control and everywhere you turn there's a trigger to more stress. You find yourself coping with life by smoking or display other unwanted behaviors and now you have a habit you want to stop. Emotions have gotten the best of you, your motivation is down, your appetite has changed you even stay inside more and away from people. Your performance on and off the field or at the job is weak and you need help getting in the zone. I'm here to help.
Interventions such as Mindfulness, Hypnotherapy, DBT, and others help the mind and body to work together towards achieving their therapy goals and maintain them.
You've noticed something feels off and you’re not sleeping regularly, it’s harder to focus, your brain keeps firing away at times when you just want to relax. Your stress is out of control and everywhere you turn there's a trigger to more stress. You find yourself coping with life by smoking or display other unwanted behaviors and now you have a habit you want to stop. Emotions have gotten the best of you, your motivation is down, your appetite has changed you even stay inside more and away from people. Your performance on and off the field or at the job is weak and you need help getting in the zone. I'm here to help.
Asikari Perfect Impact, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303
Therapeutically, I will utilize various approaches: mindfulness practices (DBT),cognitive behavior (CBT) and subsystems approach (Multi-systematic Therapy) which will help clients begin their journey of living their authentic life.
I work with individuals and families who are suffering from emotional, behavioral, relationship, and trauma issues My visions is by providing clients with a safe environment, where they are able to begin to express themselves without judgment. I encourage my clients to feel free to bring any thought feeling and concern to the partnership.
Therapeutically, I will utilize various approaches: mindfulness practices (DBT),cognitive behavior (CBT) and subsystems approach (Multi-systematic Therapy) which will help clients begin their journey of living their authentic life.
I work with individuals and families who are suffering from emotional, behavioral, relationship, and trauma issues My visions is by providing clients with a safe environment, where they are able to begin to express themselves without judgment. I encourage my clients to feel free to bring any thought feeling and concern to the partnership.
Kim Bass
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303 (Online Only)
I use a combination of EMDR, mindfulness, ego state and somatic awareness to help you achieve your goals.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
I use a combination of EMDR, mindfulness, ego state and somatic awareness to help you achieve your goals.
Is life scary sometimes? Is it hard for you to have the confidence to tackle the big things in life? Do you sometimes notice a younger part of yourself that needs comfort? I help those of you who suffer from unresolved traumas both big and small. I pull from my experiences of mother, grandmother, wife, widow, sister, daughter. Together we can explore the different parts of self and how our roles and relationships affect us.
Peace Empowered
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30310 (Online Only)
Using techniques like mindfulness, inner child healing, somatic body therapy, EMDR, & CBT.
Hello, I'm Laura Perry, the creator of Peace Empowered, a space where you can feel heard, seen, and supported on your journey. Do you struggle with finding peace and happiness? Have you found yourself constantly expecting the worst, feeling irritable, tearful, or even angry? Perhaps you've noticed unhealthy repetitive patterns in your relationships. If any of this resonates with you, know that you're not alone. Despite my professional background I still struggled with unhealthy, sometimes unconscious toxic patterns resulting from my past. Hitting emotional rock bottom marked a turning point. Determined to heal, I sought help.
Using techniques like mindfulness, inner child healing, somatic body therapy, EMDR, & CBT.
Hello, I'm Laura Perry, the creator of Peace Empowered, a space where you can feel heard, seen, and supported on your journey. Do you struggle with finding peace and happiness? Have you found yourself constantly expecting the worst, feeling irritable, tearful, or even angry? Perhaps you've noticed unhealthy repetitive patterns in your relationships. If any of this resonates with you, know that you're not alone. Despite my professional background I still struggled with unhealthy, sometimes unconscious toxic patterns resulting from my past. Hitting emotional rock bottom marked a turning point. Determined to heal, I sought help.
Nicole Decker
Counselor, M Ed, APC, NCC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30305
I also like to incorporate laughter and mindfulness into the room as a way to remind us all of who we are at our core.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled? Do you experience looping thoughts of self-doubt or despair? Do you feel like nothing you do could ever be enough? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you feel stuck in the past or worried about the future? No matter where you are, I will meet you there and provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for processing. Through our work together, I hope to help you foster more peace, purpose, joy, and balance in your life. Being human is hard and you do not need to face life alone. I am here for you.
I also like to incorporate laughter and mindfulness into the room as a way to remind us all of who we are at our core.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled? Do you experience looping thoughts of self-doubt or despair? Do you feel like nothing you do could ever be enough? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Do you feel stuck in the past or worried about the future? No matter where you are, I will meet you there and provide a safe and nonjudgemental space for processing. Through our work together, I hope to help you foster more peace, purpose, joy, and balance in your life. Being human is hard and you do not need to face life alone. I am here for you.
Lisa Cottrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30332 (Online Only)
My work integrates Western and Eastern psychology and mindfulness practices, to help you cope with life more effectively and find greater peace.
When you need support, guidance, and a safe place in which to heal or to process the many stressors of these challenging times, it is important that you find a loving, insightful and highly trained therapist that feels right for you. Clients tell me that I put them at ease with my accepting and non-judgmental attitude. At the same time, I point out options you may not have considered and teach you new ways of dealing with your problems. I have over 20 years experience guiding clients into health and happiness. I appreciate you having the courage and self-compassion to get help.
My work integrates Western and Eastern psychology and mindfulness practices, to help you cope with life more effectively and find greater peace.
When you need support, guidance, and a safe place in which to heal or to process the many stressors of these challenging times, it is important that you find a loving, insightful and highly trained therapist that feels right for you. Clients tell me that I put them at ease with my accepting and non-judgmental attitude. At the same time, I point out options you may not have considered and teach you new ways of dealing with your problems. I have over 20 years experience guiding clients into health and happiness. I appreciate you having the courage and self-compassion to get help.
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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.