Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Raleigh, NC
When my clients come to me, they are often feeling overwhelmed, out of control, even angry. These experiences may be amplified by feelings of boredom, lack of motivation, and exhaustion. You, or your adolescent, may be entering one of life's inevitable transitions. Perhaps you find yourself experiencing a shift in identity, separating from a loved one, welcoming new members into your family, or experiencing grief and loss. I may be able to help.
When my clients come to me, they are often feeling overwhelmed, out of control, even angry. These experiences may be amplified by feelings of boredom, lack of motivation, and exhaustion. You, or your adolescent, may be entering one of life's inevitable transitions. Perhaps you find yourself experiencing a shift in identity, separating from a loved one, welcoming new members into your family, or experiencing grief and loss. I may be able to help.
Life’s stressors can be overwhelming. Grief, loss, fear, and conflict can leave one feeling burdened, stuck, and disconnected. We are not meant to navigate these challenges alone. Counseling offers a supportive space to develop skills for managing uncomfortable emotions, strengthening parent-child connections, breaking the cycle of anxiety, learning strategies to calm the body, and overcoming barriers to healthy communication. I am passionate about supporting children, teens, and women on their journey towards hope and healing.
Life’s stressors can be overwhelming. Grief, loss, fear, and conflict can leave one feeling burdened, stuck, and disconnected. We are not meant to navigate these challenges alone. Counseling offers a supportive space to develop skills for managing uncomfortable emotions, strengthening parent-child connections, breaking the cycle of anxiety, learning strategies to calm the body, and overcoming barriers to healthy communication. I am passionate about supporting children, teens, and women on their journey towards hope and healing.
You may be a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, big emotions, or ADHD - and unsure how to help without things escalating at home. Or you may be a child or teen who feels stuck in worry, easily frustrated, or misunderstood. You want things to feel calmer, more connected, and more manageable, but you’re tired of trying strategies that don’t seem to stick. You’re looking for support that feels understanding, thoughtful, and practical - not rushed or overwhelming.
You may be a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, big emotions, or ADHD - and unsure how to help without things escalating at home. Or you may be a child or teen who feels stuck in worry, easily frustrated, or misunderstood. You want things to feel calmer, more connected, and more manageable, but you’re tired of trying strategies that don’t seem to stick. You’re looking for support that feels understanding, thoughtful, and practical - not rushed or overwhelming.
I take an eclectic & personal approach to therapy, using a mix of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and DBT based skills to support you in navigating life's many challenges.
Accepting clients for the Fall, email to schedule. We all deserve to feel supported in life, especially when experiencing life changes. Whether you are starting college, moving to a new place, or experiencing changes to relationships, I'm here to support you. I specialize in working with women with ADHD, with a strong background in systems theory and feminist theory. I have experience working with: anxiety, chronic illnesses, codependency, life transitions, and mild to moderate depression.
I take an eclectic & personal approach to therapy, using a mix of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and DBT based skills to support you in navigating life's many challenges.
Accepting clients for the Fall, email to schedule. We all deserve to feel supported in life, especially when experiencing life changes. Whether you are starting college, moving to a new place, or experiencing changes to relationships, I'm here to support you. I specialize in working with women with ADHD, with a strong background in systems theory and feminist theory. I have experience working with: anxiety, chronic illnesses, codependency, life transitions, and mild to moderate depression.
I work with issues with anxiety, depression, trauma, social isolation, social skills, relationship issues, identity, and life transitions. I have worked with a variety of ages to address current behavior or mood challenges and to navigate transitions both planned and unexpected. I provide individual therapy and family therapy and group therapy. I enjoy helping children learn emotion regulation, teenagers improve social skills and self-esteem, young adults establish independence, couples to improve their relationships and seniors to age with grace and families to renegotiate changing family roles.
I work with issues with anxiety, depression, trauma, social isolation, social skills, relationship issues, identity, and life transitions. I have worked with a variety of ages to address current behavior or mood challenges and to navigate transitions both planned and unexpected. I provide individual therapy and family therapy and group therapy. I enjoy helping children learn emotion regulation, teenagers improve social skills and self-esteem, young adults establish independence, couples to improve their relationships and seniors to age with grace and families to renegotiate changing family roles.
Do you feel stuck in a relationship, career, or season of life? Are anxiety, self-doubt, or negative thoughts making it hard to move forward? Maybe you are struggling to communicate your needs, ask for help, or break free from patterns that no longer serve you. Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you'll feel heard, encouraged, and empowered as we work together toward meaningful, lasting change.
Do you feel stuck in a relationship, career, or season of life? Are anxiety, self-doubt, or negative thoughts making it hard to move forward? Maybe you are struggling to communicate your needs, ask for help, or break free from patterns that no longer serve you. Life's challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you'll feel heard, encouraged, and empowered as we work together toward meaningful, lasting change.
My passion for helping others began at a young age, and as a teenager I knew I wanted to become a therapist. More than 30 years later, I remain committed to helping people navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals of all ages and from diverse backgrounds in a variety of therapeutic settings, giving me the opportunity to support clients through a wide range of life experiences.
My passion for helping others began at a young age, and as a teenager I knew I wanted to become a therapist. More than 30 years later, I remain committed to helping people navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals of all ages and from diverse backgrounds in a variety of therapeutic settings, giving me the opportunity to support clients through a wide range of life experiences.
Every person's journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted—one where we can explore your experiences with curiosity, compassion, and honesty. Together, we will make sense of the challenges you face, recognize the strengths you already possess, and discover new ways of moving forward. While therapy can provide relief from distress, I also believe it offers something more: the opportunity to deepen self-understanding, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Every person's journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I strive to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and accepted—one where we can explore your experiences with curiosity, compassion, and honesty. Together, we will make sense of the challenges you face, recognize the strengths you already possess, and discover new ways of moving forward. While therapy can provide relief from distress, I also believe it offers something more: the opportunity to deepen self-understanding, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I recognize that finding an experienced therapist can be quite time consuming & feel daunting. Our space here is limited so lets get into it. Primary areas: anxiety, self confidence, boundaries. I cannot overstate boundaries. Establishing healthy boundaries, learning to communicate & reinforce those boundaries effectively are vital for your state of being. Alt. areas: assertiveness, decrease reliance on external validation, people pleasing, managing conflict, self sabotaging, interrupting negative self talk/thought spirals, resolving shameful messaging, identifying clear ways to move forward, motivation, trauma, unresolved loss.
I recognize that finding an experienced therapist can be quite time consuming & feel daunting. Our space here is limited so lets get into it. Primary areas: anxiety, self confidence, boundaries. I cannot overstate boundaries. Establishing healthy boundaries, learning to communicate & reinforce those boundaries effectively are vital for your state of being. Alt. areas: assertiveness, decrease reliance on external validation, people pleasing, managing conflict, self sabotaging, interrupting negative self talk/thought spirals, resolving shameful messaging, identifying clear ways to move forward, motivation, trauma, unresolved loss.
Arianna M Livingston
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal clients are women who may look like they have it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. They may be navigating a major life transition, struggling in a relationship, adjusting to motherhood, or simply realizing that the ways they have coped in the past are no longer working. Many of my clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, relationship challenges, low self-worth, or the lingering effects of difficult or traumatic experiences.
My ideal clients are women who may look like they have it all together on the outside but feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. They may be navigating a major life transition, struggling in a relationship, adjusting to motherhood, or simply realizing that the ways they have coped in the past are no longer working. Many of my clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, relationship challenges, low self-worth, or the lingering effects of difficult or traumatic experiences.
I believe everyone has the capacity for change. I serve people from all walks of life, and value compassion, authenticity and kindness, while helping clients grow. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can unpack and heal from the painful, challenging and traumatic parts of life so they don’t have to carry that weight forever. I practice with the philosophy that therapy is a collaborative work in-progress between therapist and client to formulate a plan of treatment that is best suited to individual needs and goals.
I believe everyone has the capacity for change. I serve people from all walks of life, and value compassion, authenticity and kindness, while helping clients grow. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can unpack and heal from the painful, challenging and traumatic parts of life so they don’t have to carry that weight forever. I practice with the philosophy that therapy is a collaborative work in-progress between therapist and client to formulate a plan of treatment that is best suited to individual needs and goals.
I utilize talk therapy, mindfulness techniques, body awareness exercises, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Integrative Therapy.
My ideal clients are individuals suffering from anxiety, self-esteem/confidence issues, depression or just day-to-day stressors. I enjoy working with patients who would like some help working through trials and tribulations, are looking for techniques to be more mindful or intentional with their life, or perhaps just need to talk. Those that are also willing to put in the work after sessions are ideal. I want to aid in my clients in getting through their day without complete breakdowns or shutdowns so they will feel like they matter and are someone again.
I utilize talk therapy, mindfulness techniques, body awareness exercises, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Integrative Therapy.
My ideal clients are individuals suffering from anxiety, self-esteem/confidence issues, depression or just day-to-day stressors. I enjoy working with patients who would like some help working through trials and tribulations, are looking for techniques to be more mindful or intentional with their life, or perhaps just need to talk. Those that are also willing to put in the work after sessions are ideal. I want to aid in my clients in getting through their day without complete breakdowns or shutdowns so they will feel like they matter and are someone again.
Accepting new clients - Friend, did you hit 40 and hit a wall? Maybe you welcomed that second child or celebrated that promotion and all of a sudden your systems stopped working. Or maybe you’ve found yourself on that gifted & talented kid to adult ADHD pipeline. Because you’re used to doing things differently, you’re just not used to it not working.
Maybe you keep telling yourself you just need to try harder. Be more disciplined. Get more organized. Stop procrastinating.
Let's step away from the new bullet journal. I know you’ve tried everything. Let’s try something different.
Accepting new clients - Friend, did you hit 40 and hit a wall? Maybe you welcomed that second child or celebrated that promotion and all of a sudden your systems stopped working. Or maybe you’ve found yourself on that gifted & talented kid to adult ADHD pipeline. Because you’re used to doing things differently, you’re just not used to it not working.
Maybe you keep telling yourself you just need to try harder. Be more disciplined. Get more organized. Stop procrastinating.
Let's step away from the new bullet journal. I know you’ve tried everything. Let’s try something different.
Maybe you’re navigating depression that feels heavier than you let on. Maybe trauma, recent or generational, still echoes in your body. Maybe you’re questioning parts of your identity, your faith, your family roles, or who you’re allowed to be. You don’t have to sort through it by yourself anymore.
Maybe you’re navigating depression that feels heavier than you let on. Maybe trauma, recent or generational, still echoes in your body. Maybe you’re questioning parts of your identity, your faith, your family roles, or who you’re allowed to be. You don’t have to sort through it by yourself anymore.
My therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and recognizing the need for support is an important and courageous step toward healing and growth. Reaching out for guidance or simply allowing yourself the space to talk is a meaningful accomplishment. I commend you for taking this first step in prioritizing your well-being.
My therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and recognizing the need for support is an important and courageous step toward healing and growth. Reaching out for guidance or simply allowing yourself the space to talk is a meaningful accomplishment. I commend you for taking this first step in prioritizing your well-being.
Using Psychodynamic, attachment-based work, CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, I tailor therapy to your goals, helping you build insight, coping skills, and meaningful, lasting change.
Individuals and couples often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, past trauma, or frustrated by repeated patterns in their relationships. They may be struggling to understand why they react in certain ways, feel disconnected from themselves or loved ones, or find it hard to regulate emotions. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore these experiences, gain insight into how past events shape current thoughts and behaviors, and begin building practical strategies for meaningful, lasting change.
Using Psychodynamic, attachment-based work, CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, I tailor therapy to your goals, helping you build insight, coping skills, and meaningful, lasting change.
Individuals and couples often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, past trauma, or frustrated by repeated patterns in their relationships. They may be struggling to understand why they react in certain ways, feel disconnected from themselves or loved ones, or find it hard to regulate emotions. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can explore these experiences, gain insight into how past events shape current thoughts and behaviors, and begin building practical strategies for meaningful, lasting change.
I also incorporate mindfulness into my work.
Finding a counselor is hard. It takes courage to reach out at a time when you're feeling most vulnerable. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, a life transition, or whatever has brought you here, my role is to provide safe and non-judgmental support. I will assist you in reaching the goals you have for yourself by helping you to exercise your own strengths, rather than to give you advice. Together, we can discover and work towards solutions that benefit you and your unique set of circumstances. I welcome the opportunity to meet you!
I also incorporate mindfulness into my work.
Finding a counselor is hard. It takes courage to reach out at a time when you're feeling most vulnerable. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, a life transition, or whatever has brought you here, my role is to provide safe and non-judgmental support. I will assist you in reaching the goals you have for yourself by helping you to exercise your own strengths, rather than to give you advice. Together, we can discover and work towards solutions that benefit you and your unique set of circumstances. I welcome the opportunity to meet you!
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, strengths-based interventions, and psychoeducation to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while developing practical tools for change.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. My style is warm, collaborative, and curious, and I strive to create an environment where you can comfortably explore what you’re experiencing without judgment.
I especially enjoy helping adults better understand their emotions, relationship patterns, and the experiences that have shaped them. Together, we can explore not only what’s happening in your life now, but also the “why” behind recurring patterns, while building greater self-awareness and practical tools for meaningful change.
I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, strengths-based interventions, and psychoeducation to help you better understand your thoughts, emotions, and patterns while developing practical tools for change.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should be a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. My style is warm, collaborative, and curious, and I strive to create an environment where you can comfortably explore what you’re experiencing without judgment.
I especially enjoy helping adults better understand their emotions, relationship patterns, and the experiences that have shaped them. Together, we can explore not only what’s happening in your life now, but also the “why” behind recurring patterns, while building greater self-awareness and practical tools for meaningful change.
I will teach you techniques such as mindfulness, self talk and PMR.
Are you anxious in your life and in your relationships? It can be overwhelming sometimes and take over your life. I am here to tell you that you don't have to exist like this. I can help you feel a lot less anxious by helping you develop some skills to exist in a different way. These skills you will take with you in a suitcase and will take them out when you need them. We will work together in a warm and caring space so that you will feel confident to express your struggles and feel secure enough to grow. I can help you learn other important skills, so you won't have to constantly struggle with your emotions.
I will teach you techniques such as mindfulness, self talk and PMR.
Are you anxious in your life and in your relationships? It can be overwhelming sometimes and take over your life. I am here to tell you that you don't have to exist like this. I can help you feel a lot less anxious by helping you develop some skills to exist in a different way. These skills you will take with you in a suitcase and will take them out when you need them. We will work together in a warm and caring space so that you will feel confident to express your struggles and feel secure enough to grow. I can help you learn other important skills, so you won't have to constantly struggle with your emotions.
Welcome! As a licensed psychologist, I am focused on providing a safe, collaborative space where we can work together to explore concerns, bolster strengths, identify the things that are most important to you, and experience the freedom, courage and skills to get unstuck from the things that can hook us all. As an evidence-based clinician, I am a strong believer in the benefits of research and seek to tailor the skills of psychological science to your own unique experience.
Welcome! As a licensed psychologist, I am focused on providing a safe, collaborative space where we can work together to explore concerns, bolster strengths, identify the things that are most important to you, and experience the freedom, courage and skills to get unstuck from the things that can hook us all. As an evidence-based clinician, I am a strong believer in the benefits of research and seek to tailor the skills of psychological science to your own unique experience.
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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.