Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Boston, MA

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Liz Spitzer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02118  (Online Only)
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment concerns in adults. My practice focuses on helping individuals process difficult emotions and live more meaningful lives. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is tailored to the individual needs, strengths, and values of each client.
, CBT, ACT, mindfulness) and uses evidence-based trauma-focused therapies (e.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, and adjustment concerns in adults. My practice focuses on helping individuals process difficult emotions and live more meaningful lives. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is tailored to the individual needs, strengths, and values of each client.
(617) 925-9922 View (617) 925-9922
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Asunta DeRienzo
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110  (Online Only)
Asunta specializes in career development, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, and spiritual development. She has nine years of experience working with young adult professionals and college students whom are navigating next steps to take in finding their purpose and joy. She values both the art and science of therapy blending mind-body approaches including mindfulness practices, nutrition, body-mind awareness with current findings in psychology and neurobiology. She helps patients find meaning in life's setbacks. She will help you find purpose in pain and how to better respond to your challenges.
Asunta specializes in career development, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief/loss, and spiritual development. She has nine years of experience working with young adult professionals and college students whom are navigating next steps to take in finding their purpose and joy. She values both the art and science of therapy blending mind-body approaches including mindfulness practices, nutrition, body-mind awareness with current findings in psychology and neurobiology. She helps patients find meaning in life's setbacks. She will help you find purpose in pain and how to better respond to your challenges.
(617) 850-9597 View (617) 850-9597
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Hema Naraharisetty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108  (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS , SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern non dual philosophy, EFT and past life regression.
Helping clients struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, finding love, social anxiety, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, childhood trauma, are my interests. Spiritual guidance is my newly evolving skill and passion. Providing a safe place to discuss your struggles and challenges is my priority. Having various experiences with life, I operate from a nonjudgmental and curious standpoint. I use my expertise and knowledge in biology, psychology, trauma focused theories, eastern philosophy to help you evolve in mind-body, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Please checkout my website life tree transformation to learn more
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS , SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern non dual philosophy, EFT and past life regression.
Helping clients struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, finding love, social anxiety, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, childhood trauma, are my interests. Spiritual guidance is my newly evolving skill and passion. Providing a safe place to discuss your struggles and challenges is my priority. Having various experiences with life, I operate from a nonjudgmental and curious standpoint. I use my expertise and knowledge in biology, psychology, trauma focused theories, eastern philosophy to help you evolve in mind-body, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Please checkout my website life tree transformation to learn more
(978) 615-4487 View (978) 615-4487
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Peaceful Healing Soul Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02127  (Online Only)
My specialty is empathetically working together with my clients and help them navigate their thoughts, emotions and experiences in order for my clients to be able to learn coping skills and mindfulness.
My mission is to help my clients to explore some of their issues that are encountering, guide them to gain awareness of their mind, body and emotions/ behavior. My hope is also to create a safe, judgement -free environment space for my clients, building together a therapeutic relationship.
My specialty is empathetically working together with my clients and help them navigate their thoughts, emotions and experiences in order for my clients to be able to learn coping skills and mindfulness.
My mission is to help my clients to explore some of their issues that are encountering, guide them to gain awareness of their mind, body and emotions/ behavior. My hope is also to create a safe, judgement -free environment space for my clients, building together a therapeutic relationship.
(508) 504-9359 View (508) 504-9359
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Barbara Richard-Varon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109  (Online Only)
I have experience utilizing CBT, mindfulness training, radical acceptance, solution focused therapy and narrative therapy.
Online appointments only. I am a licensed mental health counselor with a broad spectrum of experience, from working with toddlers and their parents to individuals living with chronic, severe mental health issues. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they have. My focus is to help you identify new tools and strategies to overcome the barriers that have prevented you from reaching your goals and living the life you want. We will work together to identify and mobilize your strengths in order to improve your experience of life.
I have experience utilizing CBT, mindfulness training, radical acceptance, solution focused therapy and narrative therapy.
Online appointments only. I am a licensed mental health counselor with a broad spectrum of experience, from working with toddlers and their parents to individuals living with chronic, severe mental health issues. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they have. My focus is to help you identify new tools and strategies to overcome the barriers that have prevented you from reaching your goals and living the life you want. We will work together to identify and mobilize your strengths in order to improve your experience of life.
(857) 371-3446 View (857) 371-3446
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Briana Callahan
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I am trained in mindfulness and various behavioral therapies.
Feel like you aren't making progress with talk therapy alone? MindRoots Counseling is a modern therapy practice that redefines the traditional therapy session. Using a holistic approach, I combine an understanding of the mind-body connection and evidence-based practices to create personalized and effective treatment plans for actionable and lasting change. I work with young adults and adults struggling with anxiety disorders, trauma and complex trauma, OCD, health issues, relationship and family difficulties, life changes, and stress management. I believe everyone is capable of change!
I am trained in mindfulness and various behavioral therapies.
Feel like you aren't making progress with talk therapy alone? MindRoots Counseling is a modern therapy practice that redefines the traditional therapy session. Using a holistic approach, I combine an understanding of the mind-body connection and evidence-based practices to create personalized and effective treatment plans for actionable and lasting change. I work with young adults and adults struggling with anxiety disorders, trauma and complex trauma, OCD, health issues, relationship and family difficulties, life changes, and stress management. I believe everyone is capable of change!
(978) 222-7835 View (978) 222-7835
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Ben Kudler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CST
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
I offer compassionate custom-tailored individual and couples therapy to people seeking to make meaning of their experiences, to advance their self-understanding, and to improve the quality of their lives. I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist who helps clients improve their sexual relationship with themselves and others. My approach is relational and warm, primarily from a strengths-based psychodynamic perspective with behavioral interventions drawing from CBT/DBT and mindfulness practice. I use an interactive style to help you clarify the root of struggles, identify barriers, and create pathways to move forward.
I offer compassionate custom-tailored individual and couples therapy to people seeking to make meaning of their experiences, to advance their self-understanding, and to improve the quality of their lives. I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist who helps clients improve their sexual relationship with themselves and others. My approach is relational and warm, primarily from a strengths-based psychodynamic perspective with behavioral interventions drawing from CBT/DBT and mindfulness practice. I use an interactive style to help you clarify the root of struggles, identify barriers, and create pathways to move forward.
(617) 229-7228 View (617) 229-7228
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Laura Brennan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116  (Online Only)
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Family Systems, and an Interpersonal Process approach to provide highly individualized psychotherapy services to my clients.
I believe that relationships determine a lot about how we interact with the world - in both helpful and less helpful ways. Our behaviors, attitudes, thoughts, feelings, and relationship styles are reinforced over time by our experiences, families, partners, environments, and culture. Psychotherapy can help when stress, trauma, life transitions, or difficult relationships call for new ways of coping and navigating our lives.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Family Systems, and an Interpersonal Process approach to provide highly individualized psychotherapy services to my clients.
I believe that relationships determine a lot about how we interact with the world - in both helpful and less helpful ways. Our behaviors, attitudes, thoughts, feelings, and relationship styles are reinforced over time by our experiences, families, partners, environments, and culture. Psychotherapy can help when stress, trauma, life transitions, or difficult relationships call for new ways of coping and navigating our lives.
(857) 226-9374 View (857) 226-9374
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Michelle Slater- Goggia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
I also teach clients coping skills and mindfulness to use in the time between our sessions.
My ideal client is a young adult who is working on getting their life together. They are having a difficult time controlling their emotions and suffers with anxiety. Their goals are to get and keep a job, work on a career, and be more responsible. They are realizing that it is time to get it together. They are interested in learning coping skills and working on past traumatic events that they believe to be in the way of learning new ways. I will work with my clients to unfold what is brought into the room and set the pace that feels most supportive to them—together, creating a safe and supportive space as we address needs and goals.
I also teach clients coping skills and mindfulness to use in the time between our sessions.
My ideal client is a young adult who is working on getting their life together. They are having a difficult time controlling their emotions and suffers with anxiety. Their goals are to get and keep a job, work on a career, and be more responsible. They are realizing that it is time to get it together. They are interested in learning coping skills and working on past traumatic events that they believe to be in the way of learning new ways. I will work with my clients to unfold what is brought into the room and set the pace that feels most supportive to them—together, creating a safe and supportive space as we address needs and goals.
(781) 527-4563 View (781) 527-4563
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Brad Spickard
Psychologist, PhD, MPA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I provide CBT and solution-focused therapeutic services to individuals, and I specialize in life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationships, mood disorders, and insomnia. My approach is patient-focused and interactive with primary emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I like to work with strengths of the individual and their support network in order to provide effective therapeutic interventions and facilitate change. I often utilize mindfulness principles and stress management in order to meet goals related to improved mental and physical health.
I provide CBT and solution-focused therapeutic services to individuals, and I specialize in life transitions, depression, anxiety, relationships, mood disorders, and insomnia. My approach is patient-focused and interactive with primary emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I like to work with strengths of the individual and their support network in order to provide effective therapeutic interventions and facilitate change. I often utilize mindfulness principles and stress management in order to meet goals related to improved mental and physical health.
(617) 307-4097 View (617) 307-4097
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Annalise Reinhardt Kohlberger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02109  (Online Only)
I currently provide bilingual relational cultural therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, and person-centered expressive arts therapy at Ever Human Therapy, supporting clients to deepen self-compassion, develop self-trust, process and form connections, practice effective coping tools, and create meaningful change.
I invite my clients to engage in a therapeutic relationship centered in non-judgment, authenticity, and collaboration. It takes courage to seek support for one’s personal growth and healing. It is my honor to work with you in cultivating together a safe(r) space to explore, grow, heal, express and transform. I consider this work sacred and my role as one of acceptance, creativity, empathy, and reflection, inviting your active participation in forming goals and intentions for the work we do together.
I currently provide bilingual relational cultural therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, and person-centered expressive arts therapy at Ever Human Therapy, supporting clients to deepen self-compassion, develop self-trust, process and form connections, practice effective coping tools, and create meaningful change.
I invite my clients to engage in a therapeutic relationship centered in non-judgment, authenticity, and collaboration. It takes courage to seek support for one’s personal growth and healing. It is my honor to work with you in cultivating together a safe(r) space to explore, grow, heal, express and transform. I consider this work sacred and my role as one of acceptance, creativity, empathy, and reflection, inviting your active participation in forming goals and intentions for the work we do together.
(857) 475-7604 View (857) 475-7604
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Sarah Friend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02122  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! That you’re here means you’ve taken a first step towards healing, and I hope to offer guidance, support, and techniques to help you navigate your journey. Offering a warm, gentle therapeutic relationship, I am here to be of service to your personal growth. Through our work together, we will explore your strengths, passions and goals, and help you develop insight into the patterns holding you back from fully stepping into your best version of yourself and the life you want. I specialize in trauma-informed care, burnout and compassion fatigue, life transitions, and mindfulness to support general wellbeing.
Hello and welcome! That you’re here means you’ve taken a first step towards healing, and I hope to offer guidance, support, and techniques to help you navigate your journey. Offering a warm, gentle therapeutic relationship, I am here to be of service to your personal growth. Through our work together, we will explore your strengths, passions and goals, and help you develop insight into the patterns holding you back from fully stepping into your best version of yourself and the life you want. I specialize in trauma-informed care, burnout and compassion fatigue, life transitions, and mindfulness to support general wellbeing.
(617) 855-0330 View (617) 855-0330
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Cassidy Figueredo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109
Guided by a trauma-informed approach, she utilizes narrative, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support and empower clients through life’s obstacles.
Cassidy Stevens is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Massachusetts. Cassidy has 5 years of clinical experience supporting adult individuals coping with a broad range of challenges, from everyday life stressors like relationship issues and stress management to acute and traumatic events like grief and loss.
Guided by a trauma-informed approach, she utilizes narrative, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support and empower clients through life’s obstacles.
Cassidy Stevens is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Massachusetts. Cassidy has 5 years of clinical experience supporting adult individuals coping with a broad range of challenges, from everyday life stressors like relationship issues and stress management to acute and traumatic events like grief and loss.
(857) 420-6966 View (857) 420-6966
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Jacquelyn Tenaglia, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116
Welcome! I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) specializing in working with adults 30+ with anxiety, ADHD and substance use. I collaborate with clients around stress management, mindfulness, and the relationship between physical & mental health. I’m especially passionate about guiding those with demanding careers & leadership roles towards integrating a stronger work-life balance.
Welcome! I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) specializing in working with adults 30+ with anxiety, ADHD and substance use. I collaborate with clients around stress management, mindfulness, and the relationship between physical & mental health. I’m especially passionate about guiding those with demanding careers & leadership roles towards integrating a stronger work-life balance.
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Dr. Ashley Sweet, Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CST
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215  (Online Only)
Through mindfulness, self-discovery, self-care and radical joy, let me help you get unstuck.
As a clinical sexologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and people in ENM relationships to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $200/session for individuals and $250 for couples (self-pay only, NO insurance).
Through mindfulness, self-discovery, self-care and radical joy, let me help you get unstuck.
As a clinical sexologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and people in ENM relationships to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $200/session for individuals and $250 for couples (self-pay only, NO insurance).
(617) 539-2895 View (617) 539-2895
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Isabel Monteiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135  (Online Only)
I incorporate CBT, DBT, and mindfulness skills to create a toolbox for navigating adulthood.
Currently NOT accepting new clients. I specialize working with adults, young adults, young professionals. I can help you work through different symptoms including anxiety, depression, and stress. I have helped many people with life adjustments, navigate the stress of work-life balance, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, college stress (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable. My ideal client is highly motivated for change, so if any of this sounds like I am talking directly to you- bring me your story and let’s process who you are and who you want to be!
I incorporate CBT, DBT, and mindfulness skills to create a toolbox for navigating adulthood.
Currently NOT accepting new clients. I specialize working with adults, young adults, young professionals. I can help you work through different symptoms including anxiety, depression, and stress. I have helped many people with life adjustments, navigate the stress of work-life balance, interpersonal issues, family conflicts, college stress (Life in general!). To me, success looks like creating realistic goals that are achievable. My ideal client is highly motivated for change, so if any of this sounds like I am talking directly to you- bring me your story and let’s process who you are and who you want to be!
(781) 731-1592 View (781) 731-1592
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Amanda Wayne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and socioeconomic statuses. She believes we all possess unique qualities, as well as a universal desire for connection and understanding. Amanda says it is always gratifying to help clients find their unique path towards self-knowledge and emotional growth. Amanda has been especially encouraged by the power of mindfulness; helping clients to live in the present, appreciate the beauty in life, and learn strategies to heal and thrive.
Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and socioeconomic statuses. She believes we all possess unique qualities, as well as a universal desire for connection and understanding. Amanda says it is always gratifying to help clients find their unique path towards self-knowledge and emotional growth. Amanda has been especially encouraged by the power of mindfulness; helping clients to live in the present, appreciate the beauty in life, and learn strategies to heal and thrive.
(617) 766-1901 View (617) 766-1901
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Leah A. Perniciaro-Blair
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02124  (Online Only)
My goal is to help all of my clients recognize their capacity for resilience and ability to live a fulfilled and meaningful life. I provide an empathic and supportive approach to therapy. I truly believe that in order for therapy to be effective, a trusting therapeutic relationship must come first. I can help individuals achieve a healthier self-esteem, greater acceptance, deeper insight, and relief from physical and psychological pain through a variety of treatment techniques. These techniques include: EFT, CBT, relational, strength-based therapy, and mindfulness.
My goal is to help all of my clients recognize their capacity for resilience and ability to live a fulfilled and meaningful life. I provide an empathic and supportive approach to therapy. I truly believe that in order for therapy to be effective, a trusting therapeutic relationship must come first. I can help individuals achieve a healthier self-esteem, greater acceptance, deeper insight, and relief from physical and psychological pain through a variety of treatment techniques. These techniques include: EFT, CBT, relational, strength-based therapy, and mindfulness.
(203) 697-8391 View (203) 697-8391
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Lena Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
I use a person-centered approach and trauma-informed practices and interventions, including DBT/CBT, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I use a person-centered approach and trauma-informed practices and interventions, including DBT/CBT, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
(781) 355-9506 View (781) 355-9506
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Jodi L. Coochise
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110
I utilize CBT, interpersonal therapy and a mindfulness-based approach in order to offer personalized strategies to reduce symptoms.
In my work as a therapist I seek to create an environment that is caring and supportive while allowing us to identify opportunities for growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, increasing insight and helping you to return to a life that is balanced, healthy and productive. I believe that with the right fit therapy can be rewarding and even life-changing. I work collaboratively with clients to reduce distress and emotional pain related to issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship concerns among others.
I utilize CBT, interpersonal therapy and a mindfulness-based approach in order to offer personalized strategies to reduce symptoms.
In my work as a therapist I seek to create an environment that is caring and supportive while allowing us to identify opportunities for growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, increasing insight and helping you to return to a life that is balanced, healthy and productive. I believe that with the right fit therapy can be rewarding and even life-changing. I work collaboratively with clients to reduce distress and emotional pain related to issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship concerns among others.
(617) 553-1450 View (617) 553-1450
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.