Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in New Bern, NC
You may feel stuck, frustrated, worried, or not good enough. Maybe you feel out of control, or too in control it's stressing you out & making you anxious. It feels like you're missing out on life, distracted by overwhelming thoughts & emotions. Or maybe you feel sad, lonely, lost, without a purpose. Your relationships may have hit a snag & you're not sure where to turn. You've come to the right place. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, preoccupation with food & your body, lack of intimacy, or just not feeling your best, you can make positive changes that improve your life. You deserve to feel happy, confident, & free.
You may feel stuck, frustrated, worried, or not good enough. Maybe you feel out of control, or too in control it's stressing you out & making you anxious. It feels like you're missing out on life, distracted by overwhelming thoughts & emotions. Or maybe you feel sad, lonely, lost, without a purpose. Your relationships may have hit a snag & you're not sure where to turn. You've come to the right place. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, preoccupation with food & your body, lack of intimacy, or just not feeling your best, you can make positive changes that improve your life. You deserve to feel happy, confident, & free.
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to empower and support my clients and their families in developing healthy adaptive skills as well as managing mental illness and life stressors through an integrative, solution focused counseling approach. I have experience in a range of treatment methods and I tailor my therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple and/or family.
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to empower and support my clients and their families in developing healthy adaptive skills as well as managing mental illness and life stressors through an integrative, solution focused counseling approach. I have experience in a range of treatment methods and I tailor my therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple and/or family.
I use research-based interventions that are trauma focused such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, psychoeducation, flash technique, brainspotting and emotional freedom technique.
Mental health problems affect everyone- at some point in life all of us will have or have had mental health issues... life can bring tough experiences. Has previous talk therapy not given you the results you need for growth? While talk therapy and an empathetic therapist are beneficial, research points to it being most effective when combined with evidence-based interventions. I work with clients from Age 6 to 50 and my specialties are working with trauma, anxiety , depression and neurodivergence.
I use research-based interventions that are trauma focused such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, psychoeducation, flash technique, brainspotting and emotional freedom technique.
Mental health problems affect everyone- at some point in life all of us will have or have had mental health issues... life can bring tough experiences. Has previous talk therapy not given you the results you need for growth? While talk therapy and an empathetic therapist are beneficial, research points to it being most effective when combined with evidence-based interventions. I work with clients from Age 6 to 50 and my specialties are working with trauma, anxiety , depression and neurodivergence.
Shelagh Patricia Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer therapist, I deeply appreciate working with other folks in my community. Supporting individuals in their personal evolution, assisting them in developing healthier coping mechanisms, and enhancing self-awareness and acceptance is my jam. Self compassion makes it possible to enhance connections with others and build community, and we need both right now. I have 14 years of experience providing support to individuals and families facing a broad range of challenges including depression, anxiety, medical issues, end-of-life care/hospice, recovery from abusive situations, trauma, and significant life changes.
As a queer therapist, I deeply appreciate working with other folks in my community. Supporting individuals in their personal evolution, assisting them in developing healthier coping mechanisms, and enhancing self-awareness and acceptance is my jam. Self compassion makes it possible to enhance connections with others and build community, and we need both right now. I have 14 years of experience providing support to individuals and families facing a broad range of challenges including depression, anxiety, medical issues, end-of-life care/hospice, recovery from abusive situations, trauma, and significant life changes.
Hey y’all! My name is Kallie—welcome to starting your next journey!
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and practical support. I built a strong foundation in systemic and relationship-focused care during my master's program. I especially love working with children and couples. Whether it’s helping children express big emotions in healthy ways or supporting couples in strengthening their connection and relationship.
Hey y’all! My name is Kallie—welcome to starting your next journey!
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion, understanding, and practical support. I built a strong foundation in systemic and relationship-focused care during my master's program. I especially love working with children and couples. Whether it’s helping children express big emotions in healthy ways or supporting couples in strengthening their connection and relationship.
Deborah Ashway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS
4 Endorsed
New Bern, NC 28562
I offer therapy services as well as supervision services for Associates (LCMHCA). EMDR Certified, I help you overcome hidden patterns that hinder success, joy and authentic living. Together we explore your experiences and collaborate to establish tailored adjustments for optimal balance. Even small changes can have profound effects, improving self-confidence, relationship, career, and emotional wellbeing. We target the root of the emotions resulting in enhancing self-confidence, relationships, career, success and ultimately get you to your best self where you can experience true joy.
I offer therapy services as well as supervision services for Associates (LCMHCA). EMDR Certified, I help you overcome hidden patterns that hinder success, joy and authentic living. Together we explore your experiences and collaborate to establish tailored adjustments for optimal balance. Even small changes can have profound effects, improving self-confidence, relationship, career, and emotional wellbeing. We target the root of the emotions resulting in enhancing self-confidence, relationships, career, success and ultimately get you to your best self where you can experience true joy.
We all arrive at turning points in life, a place in which we realize that our current path no longer suits our needs or reflects our values. Often, we develop ways of coping with life’s stressors and continue to use these outdated coping methods long after they have lost their purpose. Therapy is most effective when it addresses bio-psycho-social wellness in all areas. I will listen to your needs and desired outcomes to help you create your ideal plan for recovery and wellness.
We all arrive at turning points in life, a place in which we realize that our current path no longer suits our needs or reflects our values. Often, we develop ways of coping with life’s stressors and continue to use these outdated coping methods long after they have lost their purpose. Therapy is most effective when it addresses bio-psycho-social wellness in all areas. I will listen to your needs and desired outcomes to help you create your ideal plan for recovery and wellness.
Ronald D. Blanchard
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
2 Endorsed
New Bern, NC 28562
I am trauma focused and work with people suffering from PTSD, trauma, (especially veterans and first responders). depression, anxiety, grief, transition, military issues, separation or divorce and substance use disorders/recovery. During our initial sessions, we will form a therapeutic partnership and delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a significant lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter. My philosophy of counseling is built on unconditional positive regard.
I am trauma focused and work with people suffering from PTSD, trauma, (especially veterans and first responders). depression, anxiety, grief, transition, military issues, separation or divorce and substance use disorders/recovery. During our initial sessions, we will form a therapeutic partnership and delve deeply into the issues at hand and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a significant lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter. My philosophy of counseling is built on unconditional positive regard.
Hi! I am Jenien a dedicated and compassionate clinical therapist. My experience has helped me to develop an inclusive and holistic approach to patient care, fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable and empowered to actively participate in their treatment decisions. I am an eclectic therapist and motivational life coach who deeply understands the challenges faced when dealing with societal pressures and trauma be it generational, historical, racial, or relationship-based-and or the general stressors of life.
Hi! I am Jenien a dedicated and compassionate clinical therapist. My experience has helped me to develop an inclusive and holistic approach to patient care, fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable and empowered to actively participate in their treatment decisions. I am an eclectic therapist and motivational life coach who deeply understands the challenges faced when dealing with societal pressures and trauma be it generational, historical, racial, or relationship-based-and or the general stressors of life.
I have 25 years of experience addressing health and mental health issues and am passionate about the mind/body connection. In addition to my mental health training, I have a Master's in Exercise Physiology. My goal is to assist clients in finding balance in their lives, maximizing their physical and emotional health. and moving them from functioning to flourishing. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, binge eating disorder, coping with chronic illness, peri and post menopausal mental health and supervising mental health professionals.
I have 25 years of experience addressing health and mental health issues and am passionate about the mind/body connection. In addition to my mental health training, I have a Master's in Exercise Physiology. My goal is to assist clients in finding balance in their lives, maximizing their physical and emotional health. and moving them from functioning to flourishing. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, binge eating disorder, coping with chronic illness, peri and post menopausal mental health and supervising mental health professionals.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Strength-Based techniques, I tailor our sessions to align with your personal goals and desired outcomes.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over six years of experience. I am committed to supporting individuals facing challenges like anxiety, PTSD, grief, depression, substance use and trauma. I support our military, both active-duty and veterans, with a space to process and decompress from the stresses of work, home, marriage, and family.
Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Strength-Based techniques, I tailor our sessions to align with your personal goals and desired outcomes.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over six years of experience. I am committed to supporting individuals facing challenges like anxiety, PTSD, grief, depression, substance use and trauma. I support our military, both active-duty and veterans, with a space to process and decompress from the stresses of work, home, marriage, and family.
Hi there! I am the therapist behind KD Therapy. I value people, I value relationships, and I believe none of us can do this alone. I spent years working with domestic violence survivors in rural North Carolina and active-duty service members during and after the Iraq and Afghanistan campaigns. I have also worked with patients who have experienced and survived cardiac events. Through all of it, one thing became clear to me: suffering is suffering. The circumstances may look different, but the human experience beneath is the same, and the way people cope with it deserves compassion, not judgment.
Hi there! I am the therapist behind KD Therapy. I value people, I value relationships, and I believe none of us can do this alone. I spent years working with domestic violence survivors in rural North Carolina and active-duty service members during and after the Iraq and Afghanistan campaigns. I have also worked with patients who have experienced and survived cardiac events. Through all of it, one thing became clear to me: suffering is suffering. The circumstances may look different, but the human experience beneath is the same, and the way people cope with it deserves compassion, not judgment.
I am not a one-size-fits-all therapist. I draw from several evidence-based approaches and use what actually fits the person sitting across from me.
Most of my work is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a model that helps people understand the different emotional patterns and protective responses that show up in daily life. That critical inner voice. The part that shuts down under stress. The anxious response that fears rejection. These patterns make sense when you understand where they came from. And once you do, things start to shift.
I am not a one-size-fits-all therapist. I draw from several evidence-based approaches and use what actually fits the person sitting across from me.
Most of my work is rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS), a model that helps people understand the different emotional patterns and protective responses that show up in daily life. That critical inner voice. The part that shuts down under stress. The anxious response that fears rejection. These patterns make sense when you understand where they came from. And once you do, things start to shift.
Stephanie Pauley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CIMHP, NCC
2 Endorsed
New Bern, NC 28562
Waitlist for new clients
Taking the first step towards healing is a powerful decision, and I’m honored to be part of your journey. Together, we’ll work toward the goals that matter most to you, in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can gain insight, make lasting changes, and truly grow. My goal is to walk alongside you, supporting you every step of the way as we create healthy, positive changes in your life.
Taking the first step towards healing is a powerful decision, and I’m honored to be part of your journey. Together, we’ll work toward the goals that matter most to you, in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can gain insight, make lasting changes, and truly grow. My goal is to walk alongside you, supporting you every step of the way as we create healthy, positive changes in your life.
As a seasoned professional in the mental health and addiction treatment field, my 30 years of clinical experience covers a wide variety of issues that face individuals and their families. In collaboration with my clients, I provide an individually customized success plan. We face the issues of this life in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where healing happens, hope is restored, and growth becomes the inevitable outcome.
As a seasoned professional in the mental health and addiction treatment field, my 30 years of clinical experience covers a wide variety of issues that face individuals and their families. In collaboration with my clients, I provide an individually customized success plan. We face the issues of this life in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where healing happens, hope is restored, and growth becomes the inevitable outcome.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed to practice in North Carolina. My approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. I use elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy depending on you as my client and your needs. Therapy is as individual as each client and is not a one size fits all process. I've worked with adults at all life stages, from young adulthood through senior citizenry. I want to work with you to find the best approach for you and your expectations of therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed to practice in North Carolina. My approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. I use elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy depending on you as my client and your needs. Therapy is as individual as each client and is not a one size fits all process. I've worked with adults at all life stages, from young adulthood through senior citizenry. I want to work with you to find the best approach for you and your expectations of therapy.
Integrative therapies include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
Accepting New Clients: Are old negative behavior patterns or memories of traumatizing events interfering with your enjoyment of life? Do you feel disconnected from your true purpose? Let’s work together to help you transform your thoughts, achieve your goals, and live a meaningful life!
Integrative therapies include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Mindfulness, and EMDR.
Accepting New Clients: Are old negative behavior patterns or memories of traumatizing events interfering with your enjoyment of life? Do you feel disconnected from your true purpose? Let’s work together to help you transform your thoughts, achieve your goals, and live a meaningful life!
I use tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & mindfulness practices to help you build insight, learn practical coping skills, and approach life with more calm and confidence.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. I know reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy, but I believe it’s one of the most meaningful steps you can take for yourself. I became a therapist because I’m passionate about helping people feel seen, supported, and understood—especially during those seasons of life when things feel messy or overwhelming.
I use tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & mindfulness practices to help you build insight, learn practical coping skills, and approach life with more calm and confidence.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here. I know reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy, but I believe it’s one of the most meaningful steps you can take for yourself. I became a therapist because I’m passionate about helping people feel seen, supported, and understood—especially during those seasons of life when things feel messy or overwhelming.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or is your child struggling with behavior because of attention issues? I would love to work with you and your family to see positive change. I work with children, adolescents and adults from 6-65.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety or is your child struggling with behavior because of attention issues? I would love to work with you and your family to see positive change. I work with children, adolescents and adults from 6-65.
At times, life’s changes and losses can leave us feeling anxious, stuck, or uncertain. In our work together, you’ll find a supportive, caring space to process emotions and regain a sense of balance and clarity. I help clients understand what’s happening within their mind and body during stress and guide them in creating new, healthier patterns that foster calm, strength, and hope. My approach is holistic and can include faith-based integration if desired. I work with adults navigating grief, anxiety, depression, self-worth, and life transitions.
At times, life’s changes and losses can leave us feeling anxious, stuck, or uncertain. In our work together, you’ll find a supportive, caring space to process emotions and regain a sense of balance and clarity. I help clients understand what’s happening within their mind and body during stress and guide them in creating new, healthier patterns that foster calm, strength, and hope. My approach is holistic and can include faith-based integration if desired. I work with adults navigating grief, anxiety, depression, self-worth, and life transitions.
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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.