Welcome To Love This Therapy: Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy In Surrey, BC
The realm of therapy is broad, offering many techniques designed to assist in improving mental health and overall well-being. One of these approaches, and one that has been gaining significant recognition, is Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Allow us to demystify and introduce you to this transformative approach.
What Is MBCT?
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, or MBCT, is a therapeutic approach that combines cognitive behavior therapy strategies with mindfulness techniques. MBCT helps individuals understand and manage their thoughts and emotions to achieve relief from feelings of distress and mood disorders.
The goal is to develop awareness of the present thoughts and feelings, to observe these in a non-judgmental manner and approach these with a compassionate and accepting attitude to manage mental disorders and prevent the recurrence of depressive episodes.
How Does It Work?
MBCT works by changing the relationship between you and your thoughts. Rather than trying to directly change or eliminate challenging thoughts or feelings, MBCT encourages a more mindful and accepting stance.
Through guided therapy sessions, mindfulness practices and cognitive techniques, you’ll learn to observe your thoughts and feelings from a distance, reducing negative emotions and their hold on you.
MBCT equips you with the skills to recognize when your mood worsens and helps prevent further decline. The approach promotes self-compassion and is highly experiential—a large portion of the sessions involve learning mindfulness-based stress reduction practices that you can incorporate into your daily life.
Who Can Benefit From MBCT?
MBCT was originally developed to help people with recurrent depressive symptoms and has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of relapse in people who have suffered multiple episodes of depression. This is done by developing a non-judgmental thought process to break the patterns that can lead to major depression. However, its benefits extend beyond helping only those with a depressive disorder.
MBCT can be beneficial for anyone experiencing stress, anxiety, chronic depression, or simply anyone who wants to improve their emotional health and personal development. If you’re seeking ways to relate differently to life’s challenges and enhance your resilience, this mindfulness therapy approach could be the right fit for you.
No prior mindfulness meditation is required to participate in an MBCT program, it is designed to introduce these practices gradually to make it accessible for everyone to experience the health benefits.
What to Expect in an MBCT Session
An MBCT session is designed to be a safe and supportive space where you can explore mindfulness and its impact on your thoughts and emotions. During a session, you can expect:
Learning guided meditation and mindfulness exercises
Discussions on how to incorporate mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and strategies into your daily life
Reflection and sharing on how mindfulness practices have been affecting your mental well-being
How to apply the mindfulness-based interventions and techniques to all situations in your life
Each session builds on the previous one, helping you develop sustainable techniques that promote long-term well-being.
You may also be given at-home exercises to practice to reinforce the skills learned in your sessions to improve the management of difficult emotions and situations.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy vs. Traditional Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
While both MBCT and traditional Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) aim to address negative thought patterns, they differ in their approach.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy focuses on challenging and restructuring negative thoughts to create healthier thinking patterns. This is often done through using logical analysis and behavioral techniques. In contrast, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy emphasizes awareness and acceptance, which encourages individuals to observe their thoughts without judgment using a non-reactive awareness to help break the cycle of negative thinking rather than trying to change them.
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy differs mainly from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy in that it is heavily focused on integrating mindfulness techniques to lower stress and to foster a more accepting relationship with thoughts.
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Why Choose Us For MBCT?
Our team of mental health professionals are trained in MBCT and committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for your journey towards improved well-being. We value your unique experiences and will tailor our approach to meet your needs.
We are dedicated to empowering you with mindfulness skills and cognitive understanding that you can carry into your everyday life, fostering ongoing self-growth and resilience.
What’s The Next Step?
If the blend of mindfulness and cognitive therapy resonates with you, we’re here to help you explore it further.
Reach out to us for a free initial phone consultation either via phone (604.229.4887), via clicking the Book Now button, or by filling out the website Contact Form below (in the footer). During the initial call we’ll discuss your needs and determine if MBCT Mindfulness is a good fit for you.
Remember, the journey to well-being often involves learning to relate differently to life’s challenges rather than eliminating them. MBCT offers you the tools to do just that.
We invite you to contact us today and take the first step on this enlightening journey. We look forward to accompanying you on your path to enhanced mindfulness and well-being.
