Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Virginia Beach, VA
Deanna Herbol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Through the use of mindfulness, we can work on living in the present moment while finding acceptance in our past and future.
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
Through the use of mindfulness, we can work on living in the present moment while finding acceptance in our past and future.
“Most human suffering is related to love and loss and the job of therapists is to help people acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life- with all its pleasures and heartbreak.” -Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. As a LCSW , I strive to create an open, honest, and compassionate space for each individual I meet. I believe in meeting clients where they are at while they explore their life experiences and make connections to find a deeper understanding of themselves. I have worked with many clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, and other mental health disorders.
Kathleen Elizabeth Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
I have over eight years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of diverse populations. I believe in the incorporation of multicultural awareness and cultural humility in all aspects of my clinical work. I apply a CBT theoretical foundation to therapy incorporating strengths-based approaches, positive psychology, and mindfulness practices. I work to provide clients with a safe space in which to explore their current concerns, unpack their personal history, and positively develop their identity.
I have over eight years of experience working in the mental health field with a variety of diverse populations. I believe in the incorporation of multicultural awareness and cultural humility in all aspects of my clinical work. I apply a CBT theoretical foundation to therapy incorporating strengths-based approaches, positive psychology, and mindfulness practices. I work to provide clients with a safe space in which to explore their current concerns, unpack their personal history, and positively develop their identity.
Marcia Bretas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LSATP, EMDR, CSAC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
I use a variety of techniques specially tailored to the individual including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, as well as Person-Centered and Motivational Interviewing.
I am passionate about helping others succeed in improving their mental health so they may live healthy life. I believe each stage of life brings an opportunity to grow and challenges to be faced. Due to people’s backgrounds and mental health issues, they may lack the skills or emotional stability to navigate circumstances on their own. My goal is to provide an empathetic, non-judgmental, warm, and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. A place where the individual may feel comfortable sharing pains and struggles in life as well as developing self-compassion and resilience.
I use a variety of techniques specially tailored to the individual including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, as well as Person-Centered and Motivational Interviewing.
I am passionate about helping others succeed in improving their mental health so they may live healthy life. I believe each stage of life brings an opportunity to grow and challenges to be faced. Due to people’s backgrounds and mental health issues, they may lack the skills or emotional stability to navigate circumstances on their own. My goal is to provide an empathetic, non-judgmental, warm, and attentive environment that produces personal growth and wholeness. A place where the individual may feel comfortable sharing pains and struggles in life as well as developing self-compassion and resilience.
Laura Dobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
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I am also level 1 and 2 trained in mindfulness based EMDR and working toward certification.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist trained in a variety of expressive therapy techniques and EMDR. I love helping people discover their best self and work through healing from the past. Though I utilize traditional talk therapy, I also love using art as a method to help access emotions or experiences for which there may not be words.
I am also level 1 and 2 trained in mindfulness based EMDR and working toward certification.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Art Therapist trained in a variety of expressive therapy techniques and EMDR. I love helping people discover their best self and work through healing from the past. Though I utilize traditional talk therapy, I also love using art as a method to help access emotions or experiences for which there may not be words.
Yasmeen Burnell Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CYY 200
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 (Online Only)
I integrate practices like yoga, mindfulness, and practical problem-solving skills while acknowledging cultural influences.
Are you ready to explore mental health, enhance stress management skills, and cultivate healthier relationships? Perhaps you feel that mental health isn't directly relevant to you, but you're unsure about how to enhance your well-being. I specialize in empowering individuals to improve their body awareness and understand how daily choices impact mental health and relationships.
I integrate practices like yoga, mindfulness, and practical problem-solving skills while acknowledging cultural influences.
Are you ready to explore mental health, enhance stress management skills, and cultivate healthier relationships? Perhaps you feel that mental health isn't directly relevant to you, but you're unsure about how to enhance your well-being. I specialize in empowering individuals to improve their body awareness and understand how daily choices impact mental health and relationships.
Stephanie Schuler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452 (Online Only)
Stephanie utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
Stephanie Schuler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She is a former military spouse with ample experience navigating the stressors and joys of military life. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to provide guidance and support her clients are seeking. Stephanie specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Stephanie utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
Stephanie Schuler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, adults, and couples address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. She is a former military spouse with ample experience navigating the stressors and joys of military life. This, coupled with her professional experience, enables her to provide guidance and support her clients are seeking. Stephanie specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Amy Volweider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Welcome! My name is Amy Volweider, LCSW, and I am on a mission to bring out the best in the people around me. My specialties include treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress reduction. I especially enjoy working with creatives, perfectionists, and those who struggle with self-compassion. I utilize the latest in evidence-based treatment that is uniquely tailored to each individual, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques.
Welcome! My name is Amy Volweider, LCSW, and I am on a mission to bring out the best in the people around me. My specialties include treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress reduction. I especially enjoy working with creatives, perfectionists, and those who struggle with self-compassion. I utilize the latest in evidence-based treatment that is uniquely tailored to each individual, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques.
Patricia Benjamin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Online Only)
Viewing mental health holistically and with a mindfulness based approach, together we can tap into your strengths for solutions that work for you.
Tired of feeling ashamed, rejected or abused? I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, trauma, victims of abuse, micro aggressions, systemic harm, relationship issues, multigenerational trauma and life transitions which have impacted your well being. Maybe you had to do what you had to do to get through & that's okay. I have worked with many populations such as First Responders, Military (& spouses), LGBT and those who have struggled with eating issues.
Viewing mental health holistically and with a mindfulness based approach, together we can tap into your strengths for solutions that work for you.
Tired of feeling ashamed, rejected or abused? I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, trauma, victims of abuse, micro aggressions, systemic harm, relationship issues, multigenerational trauma and life transitions which have impacted your well being. Maybe you had to do what you had to do to get through & that's okay. I have worked with many populations such as First Responders, Military (& spouses), LGBT and those who have struggled with eating issues.
Dawn Atkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
I specialize in CBT/DBT modalities along with mindfulness based and solution focused therapy just to name a few.
Hi there, I'm Dawn! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker for over 25 years and have been working as a Behavioral Health Clinician providing individual, couples, and family therapy since then. I focus in areas such as anxiety, coping skills, depression, stress, life transitions, and self esteem, amongst others. I have extensive knowledge and experience in providing trauma focused therapeutic work, and work towards my client's treatment goals while building on my client's strengths and abilities.
I specialize in CBT/DBT modalities along with mindfulness based and solution focused therapy just to name a few.
Hi there, I'm Dawn! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker for over 25 years and have been working as a Behavioral Health Clinician providing individual, couples, and family therapy since then. I focus in areas such as anxiety, coping skills, depression, stress, life transitions, and self esteem, amongst others. I have extensive knowledge and experience in providing trauma focused therapeutic work, and work towards my client's treatment goals while building on my client's strengths and abilities.
Kate Burleson
Resident in Counseling, MSEd
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Special interests include mindfulness/meditation and sexuality counseling.
My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative space for you to explore your concerns, process your life experiences, challenge unhelpful behaviors and thought patterns, learn healthy coping skills, and live a life aligned with your values. I focus on providing culturally alert, trauma-informed, strengths-based counseling for adults, adolescents, and couples through an existential, developmental, and social justice lens. I am also body/sex-positive and LGBTQIA+-affirming.
Special interests include mindfulness/meditation and sexuality counseling.
My goal is to provide a safe, collaborative space for you to explore your concerns, process your life experiences, challenge unhelpful behaviors and thought patterns, learn healthy coping skills, and live a life aligned with your values. I focus on providing culturally alert, trauma-informed, strengths-based counseling for adults, adolescents, and couples through an existential, developmental, and social justice lens. I am also body/sex-positive and LGBTQIA+-affirming.
Karen L. Mattox
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
I am EMDR trained and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Experiencing a loss in your life? It could be the death of a friend, loved one, or pet, divorce, loss of a job, or any other kind of loss. I can help you. I have extensive experience dealing with grief and loss. Call or email for an appointment and let's see how working together, we can help you heal. I can help you come to terms with your losses. Be sure to ask for Karen when you call.
I am EMDR trained and utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Experiencing a loss in your life? It could be the death of a friend, loved one, or pet, divorce, loss of a job, or any other kind of loss. I can help you. I have extensive experience dealing with grief and loss. Call or email for an appointment and let's see how working together, we can help you heal. I can help you come to terms with your losses. Be sure to ask for Karen when you call.
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Holly Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Our time will involve creating goals, establishing coping skills, exploring mindfulness, understanding/managing anxiety, and/or minimizing panic attacks.
Life often leave us hindered with anxiety, craving relief from panic attacks, consumed with what-if thoughts, questioning how to handle a new change, or frightened of tomorrow's to-do list. Whether you are a military spouse battling loneliness being away from support systems, navigating the trials of motherhood or someone who needs to heal from trauma; lets connect. Several changes happen throughout our young adult lives; the good news is you have the ability to grow through these seasons and heal from the past ones.
Our time will involve creating goals, establishing coping skills, exploring mindfulness, understanding/managing anxiety, and/or minimizing panic attacks.
Life often leave us hindered with anxiety, craving relief from panic attacks, consumed with what-if thoughts, questioning how to handle a new change, or frightened of tomorrow's to-do list. Whether you are a military spouse battling loneliness being away from support systems, navigating the trials of motherhood or someone who needs to heal from trauma; lets connect. Several changes happen throughout our young adult lives; the good news is you have the ability to grow through these seasons and heal from the past ones.
Amy Price
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
As both a counselor and an art therapist, I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy by using traditional "talk therapy" as well as image-making, creative processes, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral approaches and techniques.
Everyone reaches a point in their lives where they are presented with unique challenges and obstacles to face and overcome. These challenges may have been present since childhood, the result of trauma or an unplanned life-altering event. These events can cause anxiety, depression, difficulties in performance of school, work or career, relationships, and overall quality of life.
As both a counselor and an art therapist, I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy by using traditional "talk therapy" as well as image-making, creative processes, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral approaches and techniques.
Everyone reaches a point in their lives where they are presented with unique challenges and obstacles to face and overcome. These challenges may have been present since childhood, the result of trauma or an unplanned life-altering event. These events can cause anxiety, depression, difficulties in performance of school, work or career, relationships, and overall quality of life.
Hannah Maxwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Hannah utilizes psychoeducation, mindfulness, and narrative therapy techniques to help clients create the change they wish to see in their lives.
Hannah Maxwell is an LPC in the state of Virginia with two years of clinical experience, including residential and outpatient therapy settings, and she has worked with adults seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, school and career-related stress, substance use, and issues often associated with LGBTQ+ identities. She is a strong ally, prioritizes advocating for clients both in session and in her community, and is committed to providing care with cultural humility. Hannah uses a person-centered and strengths-based approach in therapy and works to create a collaborative relationship with clients.
Hannah utilizes psychoeducation, mindfulness, and narrative therapy techniques to help clients create the change they wish to see in their lives.
Hannah Maxwell is an LPC in the state of Virginia with two years of clinical experience, including residential and outpatient therapy settings, and she has worked with adults seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, school and career-related stress, substance use, and issues often associated with LGBTQ+ identities. She is a strong ally, prioritizes advocating for clients both in session and in her community, and is committed to providing care with cultural humility. Hannah uses a person-centered and strengths-based approach in therapy and works to create a collaborative relationship with clients.
Dr. Nicole L Bowers
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
I assume an integrative, collaborative approach to therapy with a special interest is in the use of mindfulness-based strategies.
I believe therapy is an investment in your own life; a courageous risk to find healing, peace, hope and joy. Because we cannot change the past or predict the future, nor can we remove uncertainty, change or pain from the human experience, my goal is to help you discover ways to respond to whatever life places in front of you. I do so in a non-judgmental, collaborative way that focuses on building skills and self-compassion.
I assume an integrative, collaborative approach to therapy with a special interest is in the use of mindfulness-based strategies.
I believe therapy is an investment in your own life; a courageous risk to find healing, peace, hope and joy. Because we cannot change the past or predict the future, nor can we remove uncertainty, change or pain from the human experience, my goal is to help you discover ways to respond to whatever life places in front of you. I do so in a non-judgmental, collaborative way that focuses on building skills and self-compassion.
Michael Shifter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (Online Only)
I will help you navigate these with narrative therapy styles that integrate trauma informed mindfulness skills.
You can do this! You can face this! You have the tools! And, I'm here to help carry this burden for a time while assisting you to identify and grow your tools and skills to become stronger, wiser, and more capable to pursue that which is good and true in life. Yes, depression, anxiety, trauma, and numerous other internal and external barriers can seem overwhelming when trying to navigate daily life alone-- so, let's do this together then!
I will help you navigate these with narrative therapy styles that integrate trauma informed mindfulness skills.
You can do this! You can face this! You have the tools! And, I'm here to help carry this burden for a time while assisting you to identify and grow your tools and skills to become stronger, wiser, and more capable to pursue that which is good and true in life. Yes, depression, anxiety, trauma, and numerous other internal and external barriers can seem overwhelming when trying to navigate daily life alone-- so, let's do this together then!
Gwendolyn Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (Online Only)
Gwendolyn utilizes collaborative, positive regard, solutions-focused, cognitive behavioral (CBT), person-centered, mindfulness-based, and emotionally-focused approaches to meet clients where they are, and to promote a more meaningful life.
Gwendolyn Fisher is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 3 years of experience helping children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, bipolar, oppositional defiance, trauma, PTSD, family relationships, and crisis stabilization. Gwendolyn earned her Bachelor's degree from Virginia Wesleyan University and her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
Gwendolyn utilizes collaborative, positive regard, solutions-focused, cognitive behavioral (CBT), person-centered, mindfulness-based, and emotionally-focused approaches to meet clients where they are, and to promote a more meaningful life.
Gwendolyn Fisher is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 3 years of experience helping children and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, psychotic disorders, bipolar, oppositional defiance, trauma, PTSD, family relationships, and crisis stabilization. Gwendolyn earned her Bachelor's degree from Virginia Wesleyan University and her Master's degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University.
Angela Reed
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Angela uses a multidisciplinary lens, Angela utilizes evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness.
My name is Angela Reed, MAMFT, LMFT. I believe the best approach to therapy leading to permanent change is a holistic and integrated lens to include biological psychological, physiological, and spiritual needs. I work with teens and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, grief counseling, marital counseling, and trauma. I am a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Angela works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, marital problems, and trauma.
Angela uses a multidisciplinary lens, Angela utilizes evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and mindfulness.
My name is Angela Reed, MAMFT, LMFT. I believe the best approach to therapy leading to permanent change is a holistic and integrated lens to include biological psychological, physiological, and spiritual needs. I work with teens and adults specializing in anxiety, depression, grief counseling, marital counseling, and trauma. I am a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Angela works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, marital problems, and trauma.
Rachel Biesemeyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
I use interventions from several theoretical approaches including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness techniques, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Hello, my name is Rachel Biesemeyer, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from all walks of life. My approach to therapy is founded on building a solid therapeutic relationship and integrating coping skills that are practical and helpful with life's struggles. My client focus ranges from children, adolescents to adults from all walks of life. I have treated individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/shame, mood disorders, ADHD, and ODD.
Laura Brighton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Imagine...feeling more connected and better able to communicate with your child. Perhaps the daily stresses have been piling up and your family needs support to re-balance. Maybe you are worried about your child and you need an experienced therapist to help problem solve. I have worked for over 20 years with children under stress due to school issues, divorce, family crisis, separation or deployment. I utilize a combination of play therapy, mindfulness and CBT to promote changes in thinking and behavior. Play therapy can especially benefit traumatized children, as it allows them to process the trauma at their own pace.
Imagine...feeling more connected and better able to communicate with your child. Perhaps the daily stresses have been piling up and your family needs support to re-balance. Maybe you are worried about your child and you need an experienced therapist to help problem solve. I have worked for over 20 years with children under stress due to school issues, divorce, family crisis, separation or deployment. I utilize a combination of play therapy, mindfulness and CBT to promote changes in thinking and behavior. Play therapy can especially benefit traumatized children, as it allows them to process the trauma at their own pace.
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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.