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Patricia Day
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78154  (Online Only)
NOW OFFERING ON-LINE OR TELEHEALTH SESSIONS ONLY. Reaching out is not easy, and starting your healing journey is less so. Feeling sad, anxious, fearful or hopeless can be scary and lonely for someone who has no idea where to start to get better. While many of the topics shared by my clients are hurtful and frightening, I also find humor can be helpful. I strive to be honest and transparent with my clients while providing them with a safe, non-judgmental space in which to explore all issues you're dealing.
NOW OFFERING ON-LINE OR TELEHEALTH SESSIONS ONLY. Reaching out is not easy, and starting your healing journey is less so. Feeling sad, anxious, fearful or hopeless can be scary and lonely for someone who has no idea where to start to get better. While many of the topics shared by my clients are hurtful and frightening, I also find humor can be helpful. I strive to be honest and transparent with my clients while providing them with a safe, non-judgmental space in which to explore all issues you're dealing.
(210) 982-0708 View (210) 982-0708
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Anne Manske Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA-MFT, LPC, LMHC, CACR
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78108  (Online Only)
I love helping couples who are longing for connection with their partner but feel stuck and just want to give up. I help awaken people and teach them to operate in a whole new, healthy, functional way from what they could imagine! I use RLT, or Relational Life Therapy. This approach works, and it's so effective that change happens rapidly if you are yearning for better more loving connections and communication with your loved one. Also, I help people with anxiety and depression, and adjustment issues. There are over 50 tools and methods that I use with T.E.A.M. CBT if you are ready to roll up your sleeves and start making changes.
I love helping couples who are longing for connection with their partner but feel stuck and just want to give up. I help awaken people and teach them to operate in a whole new, healthy, functional way from what they could imagine! I use RLT, or Relational Life Therapy. This approach works, and it's so effective that change happens rapidly if you are yearning for better more loving connections and communication with your loved one. Also, I help people with anxiety and depression, and adjustment issues. There are over 50 tools and methods that I use with T.E.A.M. CBT if you are ready to roll up your sleeves and start making changes.
(210) 348-3895 View (210) 348-3895
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CHART Counseling Services, Erin Smith-Spearman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schertz, TX 78154  (Online Only)
Are you ready to surrender to the fact that your way of managing your personal and professional life is only making things worse? If so, I am ready to jump in and help! I specialize in conflict resolution, restoring relationships, and improving personal, academic, and professional development. In addition, I help my clients work to identify, explore, address, and resolve any unprocessed traumas or stressors that may be affecting their ability to be the best version of themselves. I not only help clients become new people, I strive to promote change that can break family cycles and significantly improve the entire family's dynamic.
Are you ready to surrender to the fact that your way of managing your personal and professional life is only making things worse? If so, I am ready to jump in and help! I specialize in conflict resolution, restoring relationships, and improving personal, academic, and professional development. In addition, I help my clients work to identify, explore, address, and resolve any unprocessed traumas or stressors that may be affecting their ability to be the best version of themselves. I not only help clients become new people, I strive to promote change that can break family cycles and significantly improve the entire family's dynamic.
(210) 908-5198 View (210) 908-5198
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Belen Anchondo, Redefine Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schertz, TX 78154  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a change but feel stuck? Maybe you're looking to break certain patterns or need guidance on how to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you have reached a point in your life where you have lost your identity, and need help connecting back to yourself. I am passionate about helping people create a more fulfilling life. A life where they can feel like themselves again.
Are you looking for a change but feel stuck? Maybe you're looking to break certain patterns or need guidance on how to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression. Perhaps you have reached a point in your life where you have lost your identity, and need help connecting back to yourself. I am passionate about helping people create a more fulfilling life. A life where they can feel like themselves again.
(210) 569-0347 View (210) 569-0347
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Cindy Warden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78108
I believe people are complex and layered beings and within every one of us there is an inordinate amount of strength and wisdom. My job is to provide a safe place for people to examine their thoughts and beliefs and identify the events and actions that brought you in to see me. Together, harnessing your own strength and knowledge, we can design a strategy to bring about a peaceful and meaningful life.
I believe people are complex and layered beings and within every one of us there is an inordinate amount of strength and wisdom. My job is to provide a safe place for people to examine their thoughts and beliefs and identify the events and actions that brought you in to see me. Together, harnessing your own strength and knowledge, we can design a strategy to bring about a peaceful and meaningful life.
(726) 227-5015 View (726) 227-5015
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Rich Tiede
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78108  (Online Only)
I have dedicated my life to pursuing knowledge that empowers client's to move away from both past and current sufferings. Life is challenging, please afford me the opportunity to help you navigate and heal your sufferings. Restore peace and tranquility to both your heart and your mind!
I have dedicated my life to pursuing knowledge that empowers client's to move away from both past and current sufferings. Life is challenging, please afford me the opportunity to help you navigate and heal your sufferings. Restore peace and tranquility to both your heart and your mind!
(210) 881-7658 View (210) 881-7658
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Dr. Amanda Strivings; Striving Onward Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Schertz, TX 78154  (Online Only)
Has your ability to continue "Striving Onward" been impacted? Equipped to treat adult individuals: military-specific issues/trauma/relocation, PTSD, service animal/pet loss, addiction/substance use, rejection, depression, anxiety, anger, stress, grief from death/divorce/suicide, guilt/shame, low self-esteem/worthlessness, abandonment, betrayal, lack of assertiveness, religious/spiritual issues/trauma, marriage/relationship issues/infidelity, family rejection/exclusion/scapegoating, life/career guidance, self-realization/identity development & achieving/identifying goals!
Has your ability to continue "Striving Onward" been impacted? Equipped to treat adult individuals: military-specific issues/trauma/relocation, PTSD, service animal/pet loss, addiction/substance use, rejection, depression, anxiety, anger, stress, grief from death/divorce/suicide, guilt/shame, low self-esteem/worthlessness, abandonment, betrayal, lack of assertiveness, religious/spiritual issues/trauma, marriage/relationship issues/infidelity, family rejection/exclusion/scapegoating, life/career guidance, self-realization/identity development & achieving/identifying goals!
(830) 218-1929 View (830) 218-1929
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Monica A Garfias
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schertz, TX 78154
Not accepting new clients
Hola! I'm a bilingual therapist who works with tweens, teens and adults. Sometimes we go through periods in our lives where life feels unfair, and we get stuck in that downward spiral just waiting for the next thing to go wrong. These stressful periods in our lives cause changes in our mood and behavior. This may look like not being able to focus or complete tasks, becoming easily irritable or angry, feeling overwhelmed, worrying about even worse things happening. Do you want to gain control back of your life and be able to enjoy yourself? Or even just become a better version of yourself?
Hola! I'm a bilingual therapist who works with tweens, teens and adults. Sometimes we go through periods in our lives where life feels unfair, and we get stuck in that downward spiral just waiting for the next thing to go wrong. These stressful periods in our lives cause changes in our mood and behavior. This may look like not being able to focus or complete tasks, becoming easily irritable or angry, feeling overwhelmed, worrying about even worse things happening. Do you want to gain control back of your life and be able to enjoy yourself? Or even just become a better version of yourself?
(210) 625-7691 View (210) 625-7691

More Therapists Nearby

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Jack Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Converse, TX 78109
Within that relationship, we can use any of a wide variety of techniques such as: EMDR, Internal Family Systems , Mindfulness, hypnotherapy, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Guided Imagery, and Brainspotting with great success.
I work with both adults and adolescents. For over twenty-five years I have been successfully helping individuals have healthier and happier lives. Anxiety; panic attacks; depression; grief; sadness; anger; guilt; shame; confusion; physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; feelings of hopelessness or helplessness are all problems that can be dramatically changed for the better. I also have helped many people with chronic physical pain. I enjoy my work and welcome the opportunity to work with new clients.
Within that relationship, we can use any of a wide variety of techniques such as: EMDR, Internal Family Systems , Mindfulness, hypnotherapy, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Guided Imagery, and Brainspotting with great success.
I work with both adults and adolescents. For over twenty-five years I have been successfully helping individuals have healthier and happier lives. Anxiety; panic attacks; depression; grief; sadness; anger; guilt; shame; confusion; physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; feelings of hopelessness or helplessness are all problems that can be dramatically changed for the better. I also have helped many people with chronic physical pain. I enjoy my work and welcome the opportunity to work with new clients.
(512) 430-4418 View (512) 430-4418
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Chevone Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cibolo, TX 78108
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel stuck or unable to get through YOUR dilemma? Does your student need someone to talk to? Are you thinking about marriage or is your marriage in trouble? Let me help you (or your child) become your "Best" self and be happy again. Over my many years of experience as a counselor, life coach, mentor, spouse, parent, and military member, I've helped hundreds of people just like you, successfully get through their personal or family challenge. Together, I can help you become your best self-mind, body, and spirit.
Do you feel stuck or unable to get through YOUR dilemma? Does your student need someone to talk to? Are you thinking about marriage or is your marriage in trouble? Let me help you (or your child) become your "Best" self and be happy again. Over my many years of experience as a counselor, life coach, mentor, spouse, parent, and military member, I've helped hundreds of people just like you, successfully get through their personal or family challenge. Together, I can help you become your best self-mind, body, and spirit.
(830) 429-4538 View (830) 429-4538
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Insight Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78247
Hello there! Welcome to Insight Counseling. You may call me Paul. Do you find it difficult to connect with or find a therapist that places you first? I place a huge emphasis on listening to you while using a person-centered approach. I empower you to be able to identify what it is that is troubling you in a complex world of thoughts and emotions. We'll use a holistic model to integrate mind, body, and spirit. I encourage you to discover the skills or strategies that help you to be the best you can be. I help people learn to identify the root of their issue(s). This not only addresses the symptoms but improves healing at the core.
Hello there! Welcome to Insight Counseling. You may call me Paul. Do you find it difficult to connect with or find a therapist that places you first? I place a huge emphasis on listening to you while using a person-centered approach. I empower you to be able to identify what it is that is troubling you in a complex world of thoughts and emotions. We'll use a holistic model to integrate mind, body, and spirit. I encourage you to discover the skills or strategies that help you to be the best you can be. I help people learn to identify the root of their issue(s). This not only addresses the symptoms but improves healing at the core.
(210) 934-8644 View (210) 934-8644
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Amanda Egleston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78266  (Online Only)
Are your relationships feeling strained due to spiritual trauma or different views? Do you feel depressed or anxious because you no longer feel like you have a place to belong? Many people, including LGBTQ+ people and their allies, have experienced some sort of religious trauma, spiritual deconstruction, or an overall disenchantment with church and religious institutions and find themselves disoriented and alone. Like you, my clients have struggled, sometimes feeling as if they can’t be their authentic selves, feeling pressured to be a people-pleaser and afraid of the consequences if they don’t. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Are your relationships feeling strained due to spiritual trauma or different views? Do you feel depressed or anxious because you no longer feel like you have a place to belong? Many people, including LGBTQ+ people and their allies, have experienced some sort of religious trauma, spiritual deconstruction, or an overall disenchantment with church and religious institutions and find themselves disoriented and alone. Like you, my clients have struggled, sometimes feeling as if they can’t be their authentic selves, feeling pressured to be a people-pleaser and afraid of the consequences if they don’t. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
(830) 745-4419 View (830) 745-4419
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Victoria McCord Valerga
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MDiv, JD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78247
As a psychotherapist, Victoria walks with you as you learn to befriend your inner world. She has a J.D. from St. Mary’s Univ., and dual Master's degrees in Divinity and Social Work from UChicago. She is also a skilled interfaith chaplain who integrates spiritual perspectives to support the emotional well-being and balance of her clients, when helpful. From her hospice experience, Victoria welcomes discussions related to aging, loss, and grief. In her leisure time, she enjoys globetrotting, board game nights, cycling along city Greenways, and nurturing orphaned kittens for local animal rescues.
As a psychotherapist, Victoria walks with you as you learn to befriend your inner world. She has a J.D. from St. Mary’s Univ., and dual Master's degrees in Divinity and Social Work from UChicago. She is also a skilled interfaith chaplain who integrates spiritual perspectives to support the emotional well-being and balance of her clients, when helpful. From her hospice experience, Victoria welcomes discussions related to aging, loss, and grief. In her leisure time, she enjoys globetrotting, board game nights, cycling along city Greenways, and nurturing orphaned kittens for local animal rescues.
(210) 879-8646 View (210) 879-8646
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Nici Graves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden Ridge, TX 78266  (Online Only)
I believe in the human capacity for resilience & work collaboratively with clients on successfully living with and growing from the effects of stress, illness, loss, & trauma. You have the right to enjoy a more satisfying life of creativity & fulfillment, embodying the amazing human you were created to be. Grief is inevitable. Sometimes we don't know how to feel or be with emotions so we 'stuff' them in maladaptive ways.
I believe in the human capacity for resilience & work collaboratively with clients on successfully living with and growing from the effects of stress, illness, loss, & trauma. You have the right to enjoy a more satisfying life of creativity & fulfillment, embodying the amazing human you were created to be. Grief is inevitable. Sometimes we don't know how to feel or be with emotions so we 'stuff' them in maladaptive ways.
(512) 900-3626 View (512) 900-3626

Online Therapists

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Lisa Shenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
Using a combination of education, mindfulness, and coping skills, you'll learn to make sense of your story, change your way of interacting with the world, and transform pain and fear into hope and growth.
You did everything right. Followed the rules, considered and anticipated everyone's needs and somehow still found yourself on the losing end of a curve ball you didn’t see coming. Looking back, you can see that you found too much of your worth in making others happy, in avoiding conflict to not "upset the cart". You truly believed that by following the rules and doing everything "right" that life would turn out the way it was supposed to. But now, your life is chaotic and confusing. You're feeling at such a loss for what to do and how to be in this world. You need a guide to help you make sense and turn things around - fast.
Using a combination of education, mindfulness, and coping skills, you'll learn to make sense of your story, change your way of interacting with the world, and transform pain and fear into hope and growth.
You did everything right. Followed the rules, considered and anticipated everyone's needs and somehow still found yourself on the losing end of a curve ball you didn’t see coming. Looking back, you can see that you found too much of your worth in making others happy, in avoiding conflict to not "upset the cart". You truly believed that by following the rules and doing everything "right" that life would turn out the way it was supposed to. But now, your life is chaotic and confusing. You're feeling at such a loss for what to do and how to be in this world. You need a guide to help you make sense and turn things around - fast.
(512) 982-0651 View (512) 982-0651
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April Travis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leander, TX 78645  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing difficult challenges in your life? Do you struggle with finding the time to take care of yourself and make positive change? Do you feel lost and need support? I have a passion for helping others to find the answers in order to take charge of their life. I believe that each individual is treated as their own unique person and therefore needs their own unique therapy plan. I believe anyone can change and sometimes the first step can be difficult. I feel strongly about developing healthy coping skills and range from Cognitive Behavioral to Mindfulness. Take that first step, contact me and let's get started today.
Are you experiencing difficult challenges in your life? Do you struggle with finding the time to take care of yourself and make positive change? Do you feel lost and need support? I have a passion for helping others to find the answers in order to take charge of their life. I believe that each individual is treated as their own unique person and therefore needs their own unique therapy plan. I believe anyone can change and sometimes the first step can be difficult. I feel strongly about developing healthy coping skills and range from Cognitive Behavioral to Mindfulness. Take that first step, contact me and let's get started today.
(512) 713-0268 View (512) 713-0268
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Jasmine Sanders
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756
In session, I will use the Mind-Body connection and a combination of mindfulness and CBT, as well as strength-based and somatic techniques to aid you on your journey of self-discovery and self-love.
At the heart of my counseling approach is the belief that with the right guidance true healing is possible. As a therapist, I consider it my mission to embody that “right guidance” and lead you on your journey of transformation. I am committed to challenging you to face the obstacles standing in the way of your peace and empowerment. I love aiding those who are ready to go deep within themselves to find the strength and tranquility they crave. With attunement to you and the present moment, I will walk beside you on an exploration of self-discovery and self-acceptance.
In session, I will use the Mind-Body connection and a combination of mindfulness and CBT, as well as strength-based and somatic techniques to aid you on your journey of self-discovery and self-love.
At the heart of my counseling approach is the belief that with the right guidance true healing is possible. As a therapist, I consider it my mission to embody that “right guidance” and lead you on your journey of transformation. I am committed to challenging you to face the obstacles standing in the way of your peace and empowerment. I love aiding those who are ready to go deep within themselves to find the strength and tranquility they crave. With attunement to you and the present moment, I will walk beside you on an exploration of self-discovery and self-acceptance.
(512) 559-8736 View (512) 559-8736
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Katie Copeland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
I also use mindfulness practices, help find coping skills that work for you and offer knowledge on how our bodies, brains and relationships work.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that we all have untapped resilience and an innate ability to learn, grow, and heal. My role as your therapist is to provide a safe space and work together to find and unlock your internal resources and address the barriers that are getting in the way of you living the life you truly desire.
I also use mindfulness practices, help find coping skills that work for you and offer knowledge on how our bodies, brains and relationships work.
My approach to therapy is grounded in the belief that we all have untapped resilience and an innate ability to learn, grow, and heal. My role as your therapist is to provide a safe space and work together to find and unlock your internal resources and address the barriers that are getting in the way of you living the life you truly desire.
(512) 641-8138 View (512) 641-8138
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Lindsey Heddleston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705
I find working with mindfulness meditation, embodied awareness, and the nervous system helps people to find freedom and ease.
I believe we heal through relationship and I believe relational joy is profoundly therapeutic. I work with individuals, couples and children through a systems/attachment theory lens. I incorporate parts work, IFS, polyvagal theory, interpersonal neurobiology and somatic integration. I'm particularly interested in supporting parents and children through family adjustment periods. When I work with couples I use a combination of EFT and RLT to explore relational dynamics that are getting in the way of supportive connection.
I find working with mindfulness meditation, embodied awareness, and the nervous system helps people to find freedom and ease.
I believe we heal through relationship and I believe relational joy is profoundly therapeutic. I work with individuals, couples and children through a systems/attachment theory lens. I incorporate parts work, IFS, polyvagal theory, interpersonal neurobiology and somatic integration. I'm particularly interested in supporting parents and children through family adjustment periods. When I work with couples I use a combination of EFT and RLT to explore relational dynamics that are getting in the way of supportive connection.
(512) 886-9415 View (512) 886-9415
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Ginger Isenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613
I use a variety of treatment techniques, such as cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, expressive arts, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, to help clients gain skills that they can use throughout their life.
It can be hard to admit that you need help, and even harder to find a therapist you really connect with. Thank you for giving me the chance to fill that role! I am passionate about helping clients reach their goals and improve their life. I specialize in treating problematic sexual behaviors and sexual disorders, post-traumatic symptoms, victim/survivors of relationship, domestic, and interpersonal abuse, victim/survivors of stalking, victim/survivors of human trafficking, psychotic symptoms, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders. I love working with kids, teens, and adults!
I use a variety of treatment techniques, such as cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, expressive arts, mindfulness, and strengths-based therapy, to help clients gain skills that they can use throughout their life.
It can be hard to admit that you need help, and even harder to find a therapist you really connect with. Thank you for giving me the chance to fill that role! I am passionate about helping clients reach their goals and improve their life. I specialize in treating problematic sexual behaviors and sexual disorders, post-traumatic symptoms, victim/survivors of relationship, domestic, and interpersonal abuse, victim/survivors of stalking, victim/survivors of human trafficking, psychotic symptoms, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders. I love working with kids, teens, and adults!
(512) 855-2397 View (512) 855-2397
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.