Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Yakima County, WA
Sally Forrest
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902
Through a compassion-focused mind-body approach, I utilize evidence based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Somatic Therapy techniques.
We are each doing the best we know how but sometimes events in our lives can overwhelm us and leave us feeling shattered. We move through life with invisible wounds that separate us from ourselves and those we love. It takes courage to be fully present in our own lives and to celebrate our unique strengths. It also takes courage to ask for help when we are struggling to cope. I will work alongside you as you learn transformative skills that empower you with more helpful thoughts, a renewed sense of presence and a safe mind-body connection.
Through a compassion-focused mind-body approach, I utilize evidence based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Somatic Therapy techniques.
We are each doing the best we know how but sometimes events in our lives can overwhelm us and leave us feeling shattered. We move through life with invisible wounds that separate us from ourselves and those we love. It takes courage to be fully present in our own lives and to celebrate our unique strengths. It also takes courage to ask for help when we are struggling to cope. I will work alongside you as you learn transformative skills that empower you with more helpful thoughts, a renewed sense of presence and a safe mind-body connection.
Terri Allen
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98908
I aim to empower you through mindfulness practices to rest in the power of present-moment awareness, allowing the grip of past regret and future worry to release you.
I am dedicated to empowering you to transcend present and past stress and to discover resilience within. Through compassion, curiosity and collaboration, we explore the complexities of your experiences in order to foster self-discovery and growth. My mission is to instill a sense of empowerment, guiding you to skillfully understand how the past informs your current choices and relationships, so you can make informed decisions about how you move forward in life. My hope for you that you emerge stronger, more resilient, and equipped with the tools to navigate life's journey from a fresh, more relaxed perspective.
I aim to empower you through mindfulness practices to rest in the power of present-moment awareness, allowing the grip of past regret and future worry to release you.
I am dedicated to empowering you to transcend present and past stress and to discover resilience within. Through compassion, curiosity and collaboration, we explore the complexities of your experiences in order to foster self-discovery and growth. My mission is to instill a sense of empowerment, guiding you to skillfully understand how the past informs your current choices and relationships, so you can make informed decisions about how you move forward in life. My hope for you that you emerge stronger, more resilient, and equipped with the tools to navigate life's journey from a fresh, more relaxed perspective.
Lanthorn Counseling & Forensic Evaluation, Inc
Counselor, CFMHE, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yakima, WA 98901
I encourage clients to learn about mindfulness practice.
I provide two different but related services; counseling and forensic mental health evaluations. I see couples, individuals, families and children for a variety of issues including blended families, divorce, parenting issues and individual development. As a forensic evaluator, I work with the courts to provide expert testimony on cases concerning immigration, child custody, personal injury, risk for violence, and criminal cases. Both counseling services and forensic mental health evaluations are provided in Spanish.
I encourage clients to learn about mindfulness practice.
I provide two different but related services; counseling and forensic mental health evaluations. I see couples, individuals, families and children for a variety of issues including blended families, divorce, parenting issues and individual development. As a forensic evaluator, I work with the courts to provide expert testimony on cases concerning immigration, child custody, personal injury, risk for violence, and criminal cases. Both counseling services and forensic mental health evaluations are provided in Spanish.
Tina Marie Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Zillah, WA 98953
I am EMDR certified and utilize EMDR as well as CBT and Mindfulness.
My passion is to help survivors of trauma, challenging life experiences and grief events become unstuck and break the cycle of emotional pain. Often these difficult situations from the past have led to an inability to move forward in life, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders and PTSD. Sometimes they lead to questioning your own faith and purpose in life. If you're feeling lost, hurt and emotionally overwhelmed and if you're looking to heal from the past so you can move forward into a brighter future, I'd love to come along side of you on your journey.
I am EMDR certified and utilize EMDR as well as CBT and Mindfulness.
My passion is to help survivors of trauma, challenging life experiences and grief events become unstuck and break the cycle of emotional pain. Often these difficult situations from the past have led to an inability to move forward in life, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders and PTSD. Sometimes they lead to questioning your own faith and purpose in life. If you're feeling lost, hurt and emotionally overwhelmed and if you're looking to heal from the past so you can move forward into a brighter future, I'd love to come along side of you on your journey.
Avry Eichwald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98908
By utilizing my knowledge of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based techniques in collaboration with your day to day experience, we walk together on a path towards positive change.
Accepting New Clients as of 10.17.2023. Life can knock us off course in a lot of different ways, I’m here to help you find your own path to living the way you want to live. Anxiety, depression, burnout, along with feelings of isolation and low self-esteem can prevent us from living our lives the way we’d like to. When this happens, we tend to use whatever skills we have to cope but sometimes these tried and true methods end up falling short. Talking with a therapist can help shore up the skills we have and help to develop new skills to cope with the challenges of everyday life.
By utilizing my knowledge of cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based techniques in collaboration with your day to day experience, we walk together on a path towards positive change.
Accepting New Clients as of 10.17.2023. Life can knock us off course in a lot of different ways, I’m here to help you find your own path to living the way you want to live. Anxiety, depression, burnout, along with feelings of isolation and low self-esteem can prevent us from living our lives the way we’d like to. When this happens, we tend to use whatever skills we have to cope but sometimes these tried and true methods end up falling short. Talking with a therapist can help shore up the skills we have and help to develop new skills to cope with the challenges of everyday life.
Ariana Villanueva
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yakima, WA 98902 (Online Only)
Life is like a rollercoaster. Cheesy, I know, but it’s one of my favorite metaphors for life. It’s filled with so many ups and downs, at times we’re holding on for dear life and at others, we put our hands up in the air and enjoy the ride. It’s helpful to have someone beside you no matter where you are on the journey, and that’s why I’m here. I use a trauma- and attachment-based approach to target mind, body, and soul. I use a variety of interventions from somatic, mindfulness, narrative, emotion-focused, and cognitive behavioral frameworks. Therapy is a collaborative process, you are in the driver's seat and I in the passenger.
Life is like a rollercoaster. Cheesy, I know, but it’s one of my favorite metaphors for life. It’s filled with so many ups and downs, at times we’re holding on for dear life and at others, we put our hands up in the air and enjoy the ride. It’s helpful to have someone beside you no matter where you are on the journey, and that’s why I’m here. I use a trauma- and attachment-based approach to target mind, body, and soul. I use a variety of interventions from somatic, mindfulness, narrative, emotion-focused, and cognitive behavioral frameworks. Therapy is a collaborative process, you are in the driver's seat and I in the passenger.
Natalie A Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902 (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, motivational Interviewing, Gottman method, and mindfulness, etc.
My caring knowledge as an esteemed therapist is that I am committed to guide clients to realize their greatest potential, I will lead you on a transforming journey toward self-discovery and personal improvement. I provide my clients with a secure and caring environment in which they can explore their inner worlds and deal with life's issues by combining evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a warm, compassionate, and trauma informed approach.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, motivational Interviewing, Gottman method, and mindfulness, etc.
My caring knowledge as an esteemed therapist is that I am committed to guide clients to realize their greatest potential, I will lead you on a transforming journey toward self-discovery and personal improvement. I provide my clients with a secure and caring environment in which they can explore their inner worlds and deal with life's issues by combining evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a warm, compassionate, and trauma informed approach.
Ashley Marie Bublitz
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yakima, WA 98902 (Online Only)
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, mindfulness, and a trauma-informed/person-centered approach, my goal is to help you rediscover your emotions, thoughts, and the pieces of yourself that you thought you had lost.
As a clinician, I believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one. You are the expert of your own life and experiences. Because of this, I believe that your therapy experience should be tailored to you and your needs. I specialize in working with individuals in relationships that don’t feel fulfilling or who struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, disconnection from thoughts and emotions, low self-esteem, boundary setting, and grief.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, mindfulness, and a trauma-informed/person-centered approach, my goal is to help you rediscover your emotions, thoughts, and the pieces of yourself that you thought you had lost.
As a clinician, I believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative one. You are the expert of your own life and experiences. Because of this, I believe that your therapy experience should be tailored to you and your needs. I specialize in working with individuals in relationships that don’t feel fulfilling or who struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, disconnection from thoughts and emotions, low self-esteem, boundary setting, and grief.
Jessica Valdez
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98907 (Online Only)
I practice utilizing a blend of interventions, which include; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Art Therapy, Family Systems, Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, and Existential Therapy.
When our mind, body, and soul are aligned, we experience balance, which has a positive impact on our emotional and psychological well-being. I will support you in navigating thoughts and feelings that have harmed your personal life. My goal is to guide you in reaching your fullest potential and discovering the best version of yourself. Utilizing mindful techniques, I will assist you in shifting your thoughts from the past and future, and into the present moment. Working together, you will learn how to experience life in the here and now, and you will begin taking control of what matters the most, your life.
I practice utilizing a blend of interventions, which include; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Art Therapy, Family Systems, Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, and Existential Therapy.
When our mind, body, and soul are aligned, we experience balance, which has a positive impact on our emotional and psychological well-being. I will support you in navigating thoughts and feelings that have harmed your personal life. My goal is to guide you in reaching your fullest potential and discovering the best version of yourself. Utilizing mindful techniques, I will assist you in shifting your thoughts from the past and future, and into the present moment. Working together, you will learn how to experience life in the here and now, and you will begin taking control of what matters the most, your life.
Savana Ramirez
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yakima, WA 98904 (Online Only)
I utilize an emphasized focus on cognitive behavior theory including mindfulness.
As a young Latina I found there to be a gap in providers that may face specific prejudices, discriminations, and trauma. I have made it my own mission to be a resource for these populations in high demand. Through working with various age groups, I acknowledge that life altering events can occur at any point in time. I strive to create a person-centered space of empowerment to surpass these major life stressors. I believe everyone deserves a safe space where they can genuinely express themselves through their internalized battles.
I utilize an emphasized focus on cognitive behavior theory including mindfulness.
As a young Latina I found there to be a gap in providers that may face specific prejudices, discriminations, and trauma. I have made it my own mission to be a resource for these populations in high demand. Through working with various age groups, I acknowledge that life altering events can occur at any point in time. I strive to create a person-centered space of empowerment to surpass these major life stressors. I believe everyone deserves a safe space where they can genuinely express themselves through their internalized battles.
Sarah Grandinetti
Counselor, BSW, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98901 (Online Only)
I enjoy supporting clients through somatic approaches, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and other trauma-sensitive modalities.
I would be honored to create space for you as we find a way to recovery and healing. I love to work with each unique human that sits in front of me, no matter where you come from or where you want to go. I am particularly passionate about working with LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent individuals, and religious trauma survivors.
I enjoy supporting clients through somatic approaches, mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and other trauma-sensitive modalities.
I would be honored to create space for you as we find a way to recovery and healing. I love to work with each unique human that sits in front of me, no matter where you come from or where you want to go. I am particularly passionate about working with LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent individuals, and religious trauma survivors.
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Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
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Yakima, WA 98902
As a therapist who has 10 years of experience in mindfulness and meditation you will receive quality care.
Do you feel isolated? Are you facing difficult situations and life decisions Alone and don't know where to turn? Are you getting sucked into negativity and drama around you? Do you need support navigating the new challenges that are happening in your life and everywhere around you? You deserve to get the support you need moving past your obstacles. Give yourself some breathing room, calm down, and let me help you help yourself. Reaching out is a healthy step in caring for yourself. It is time to get past your challenges in a better way to handle life.
As a therapist who has 10 years of experience in mindfulness and meditation you will receive quality care.
Do you feel isolated? Are you facing difficult situations and life decisions Alone and don't know where to turn? Are you getting sucked into negativity and drama around you? Do you need support navigating the new challenges that are happening in your life and everywhere around you? You deserve to get the support you need moving past your obstacles. Give yourself some breathing room, calm down, and let me help you help yourself. Reaching out is a healthy step in caring for yourself. It is time to get past your challenges in a better way to handle life.
Megan Putnam
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98901
Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor working in the Yakima Valley. I have experience working with anxiety/stress, relationship stressors, PTSD, and OCD, among other concerns. I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist. I believe you are the expert of your own life. A session with me typically looks like a warm, safe environment where you feel able to voice your concerns, feel heard and validated.
Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor working in the Yakima Valley. I have experience working with anxiety/stress, relationship stressors, PTSD, and OCD, among other concerns. I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist. I believe you are the expert of your own life. A session with me typically looks like a warm, safe environment where you feel able to voice your concerns, feel heard and validated.
Dr. Scott A Whitmer Psyd
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, CFMHE, ABVE, IPEC
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98908
Dr. Whitmer treats individuals, couples, and families. His doctoral training in clinical psychology has prepared him to treat many mental health disorders with various interventions. Dr. Whitmer is board certified as a Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator and a Forensic Vocational Expert. He is nationally certified as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and is International Psychometric Evaluation Certified. Dr. Whitmer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State.
Dr. Whitmer treats individuals, couples, and families. His doctoral training in clinical psychology has prepared him to treat many mental health disorders with various interventions. Dr. Whitmer is board certified as a Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator and a Forensic Vocational Expert. He is nationally certified as Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and is International Psychometric Evaluation Certified. Dr. Whitmer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington State.
Diana Tellez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98901
Life can often feel stressful, overwhelming, and even hopeless at times. Perhaps you are going through a difficult life transition. If so, it would be an honor to be able to work alongside with you on this. I believe that having a safe and nonjudgmental space to process these stressors can be a truly transformative experience. My goal is to form a therapeutic alliance that could help you develop healthy coping mechanisms that could help you overcome these stressors as well as help you reduce barriers and find tools to enjoy a happier and healthier life.
Life can often feel stressful, overwhelming, and even hopeless at times. Perhaps you are going through a difficult life transition. If so, it would be an honor to be able to work alongside with you on this. I believe that having a safe and nonjudgmental space to process these stressors can be a truly transformative experience. My goal is to form a therapeutic alliance that could help you develop healthy coping mechanisms that could help you overcome these stressors as well as help you reduce barriers and find tools to enjoy a happier and healthier life.
Melissa Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902
Waitlist for new clients
Finding Hope was created to provide a safe and comfortable setting for people to explore their grief and loss. For those seeking a path through grief and wanting to explore life after a loss and what that means for them. Providing therapeutic support, clinical experience, and a passion for helping others through their journey.
Finding Hope was created to provide a safe and comfortable setting for people to explore their grief and loss. For those seeking a path through grief and wanting to explore life after a loss and what that means for them. Providing therapeutic support, clinical experience, and a passion for helping others through their journey.
Kimberly Lunning & Associates, PS
Counselor, LMHC, MHP, SUDP
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902
As free human beings we have the gift of making choices in our life. One big choice is taking the opportunity to reach out for support and guidance when we aren’t operating at our optimal level. We often minimize our mental health needs; however, it is of vital importance to our overall well-being. Whatever your mental health needs are, the key role of a therapist is establishing a good therapeutic relationship. They need to be willing to walk with you for a time on your own individual journey. I am honored to be a therapist and have that opportunity to work with you.
As free human beings we have the gift of making choices in our life. One big choice is taking the opportunity to reach out for support and guidance when we aren’t operating at our optimal level. We often minimize our mental health needs; however, it is of vital importance to our overall well-being. Whatever your mental health needs are, the key role of a therapist is establishing a good therapeutic relationship. They need to be willing to walk with you for a time on your own individual journey. I am honored to be a therapist and have that opportunity to work with you.
Sasha Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98901
It takes a lot of strength and courage to open up and be vulnerable. In these times of vulnerability and hardship, I aspire to provide a space for you to be who you want to be, without judgement, where you will find acceptance and a feeling of safety.
It takes a lot of strength and courage to open up and be vulnerable. In these times of vulnerability and hardship, I aspire to provide a space for you to be who you want to be, without judgement, where you will find acceptance and a feeling of safety.
Kaisey Dahl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98908
Life can be so hard sometimes, right? It can be overwhelming, exhausting, full of anxiety and heartache... If you are in a hard place, I am here to support you. I work with my clients to help them understand the underlying thoughts and beliefs that are contributing to the difficulty of life. I explore the experiences my clients had that are influencing how they see themselves and their world today. Clients can take a new look at these beliefs and thoughts and assess whether they still fit. With couples, I focus on increasing the connection, so each partner feels seen, heard, and secure in the relationship.
Life can be so hard sometimes, right? It can be overwhelming, exhausting, full of anxiety and heartache... If you are in a hard place, I am here to support you. I work with my clients to help them understand the underlying thoughts and beliefs that are contributing to the difficulty of life. I explore the experiences my clients had that are influencing how they see themselves and their world today. Clients can take a new look at these beliefs and thoughts and assess whether they still fit. With couples, I focus on increasing the connection, so each partner feels seen, heard, and secure in the relationship.
Heart To Heart Depth Psychotherapy . . .
Counselor, MA, LMFTA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Yakima, WA 98902
I offer brief-solution and long-term insight-oriented depth psychotherapy for those feeling the angst of living in this complex 21st Century. I Utilize traditional/non-traditional therapies, providing a safe, stable and nurturing environment for my clients to explore the remotest areas of thought, emotion, memory, and dreams, toward a healthy relationship between the conscious and unconscious self. This relationship with the unconscious allows for healing, truth finding, meaning, balance, and joy in life. I embrace mind-body-spirit paradigm as a means to individuation and realized wholeness. My expertise/scope of practice
I offer brief-solution and long-term insight-oriented depth psychotherapy for those feeling the angst of living in this complex 21st Century. I Utilize traditional/non-traditional therapies, providing a safe, stable and nurturing environment for my clients to explore the remotest areas of thought, emotion, memory, and dreams, toward a healthy relationship between the conscious and unconscious self. This relationship with the unconscious allows for healing, truth finding, meaning, balance, and joy in life. I embrace mind-body-spirit paradigm as a means to individuation and realized wholeness. My expertise/scope of practice
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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.