Mindfulness
Practices for noticing thoughts and beliefs as they arise, without being ruled by them.
About mindfulness
Mindfulness is the practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of awareness of one’s thoughts, emotions and immediate experience on a moment-to-moment basis. Mindfulness has been shown to be an illuminating and effective aid in quieting anxiety.
As part of my specialization in transpersonal/spiritual psychology I studied mindfulness with Lobsang Rapgay. Dr. Rapgay had been a Tibetan Buddhist monk and translator for the Dalai Lama before doing a doctorate in clinical psychology at UCLA, where he now runs a mindfulness research program.
Dr. Rapgay taught us a hybrid of mindfulness with cognitive therapy, which I have found really helpful with many clients.
I consider some form of mindfulness to be a vital part of good mental health–rather like vitamins are to the body–and recommend and teach it to most of my patients.
Is this for you?
This may be a good fit if you recognize any of the following.
- You feel inspired in the moment but slip back into old patterns when alone.
- You act from beliefs you have never really examined, or are not sure you agree with.
- You grew up in a conflicted household and still carry the confusion.
- You want a therapist who will meet you on your terms.
How it works
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Get in touch
Send a short note about what brings you here and we can arrange a first session.
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Realizing and analyzing beliefs
Together we map the beliefs behind how you live, and which ones you want to keep.
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Practice between sessions
If it suits you, simple self-interventions carry the work into your week. If not, we simply process your material together.
“People often feel great and inspired during the session, then sink back into old patterns when alone. The work between sessions is the bridge.”
Questions
What happens in the first session?
We talk about what brought you to therapy and what you hope will change. There is no pressure to share more than you are ready to.
Can we meet online?
Yes. Most sessions now take place online by video, at the same rate as in-person therapy. In-person sessions in the garden office remain an option.
Do I have to do exercises between sessions?
No. Some clients find the self-interventions helpful; others prefer to simply process their material in session.
Are there animals at the office?
Yes: doves, finches, chickens and a dog. Let me know if you would prefer to meet without them.
Other services
Client Centered Therapy
Rooted in the work of Carl Rogers: you lead, and I listen closely and reflect back what I hear.
Learn more Thoughts & beliefsCBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: identifying unhelpful thoughts and beliefs, and practicing new ways to respond.
Learn more Body & emotionN.E.T.
Neuro Emotional Technique: a mind-body method for identifying and releasing unresolved emotional stress.
Learn more TraumaEMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing: a structured therapy for processing distressing memories, in person or online.
Learn more SpiritShamanic Healing
A spiritual approach to resolution and relief, for those drawn to that path.
Learn more
Ready to talk?
Send a short note and I’ll be in touch.