Understanding Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention—intentionally and without judgment—to your thoughts, emotions, and sensations in the present moment. Meditation takes this a step further, helping you quiet mental noise and strengthen focus, patience, and self-compassion.

These practices are rooted in scientific research and have been shown to reduce anxiety, depression, and emotional reactivity. In therapy, mindfulness and meditation help you break cycles of overthinking and stress, creating room for peace and perspective.

You can’t control every thought—but you can learn to let them pass with gentleness and awareness.

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When to Consider Mindfulness & Meditation Therapy

Mindfulness and meditation are beneficial for anyone seeking calm, clarity, or a greater sense of control over their emotions. They can be especially helpful if you:

• Struggle with anxiety, racing thoughts, or insomnia
• Feel emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected
• Experience chronic stress or burnout
• Want to increase focus, patience, or self-acceptance
• Have difficulty managing anger or irritability
• Want to strengthen your emotional regulation in therapy
• Desire more presence and peace in your daily life

Mindfulness helps you move from reacting impulsively to responding intentionally—building emotional stability from within.

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Our Approach to Mindfulness-Based Therapy

At PS It’s Counseling, mindfulness and meditation are integrated into both traditional and holistic therapy sessions. Each client’s practice is customized to align with their comfort level, goals, and therapeutic journey.

Our therapists use:

• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT): Combines mindfulness with CBT to reduce anxiety and depression.
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Focuses on body awareness, breathing, and emotional regulation.
• Guided Meditation Sessions: Teaches relaxation and grounding techniques for everyday use.
• Breathwork and Visualization: Helps calm the body and focus the mind.
• Integrative Holistic Practices: May include sound therapy, aromatherapy, or gentle movement.

These practices are not about perfection—they’re about creating stillness and acceptance in the present moment.

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What to Expect in Mindfulness Sessions

1. Initial Assessment: Discuss your goals and stressors to identify focus areas.
2. Introduction to Mindfulness: Learn the fundamentals of awareness, breathing, and focus.
3. Guided Practice: Experience short, personalized meditations led by your therapist.
4. Reflection and Integration: Discuss your experiences and apply mindfulness to real-life situations.
5. Ongoing Growth: Build consistency with take-home exercises and mindful living strategies.

Therapy sessions can be held individually or as part of a group, depending on your preferences.

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Benefits of Mindfulness & Meditation

• Reduce stress and emotional reactivity
• Improve focus and concentration
• Strengthen self-awareness and emotional intelligence
• Decrease anxiety and depressive symptoms
• Enhance relaxation and sleep quality
• Improve relationships through empathy and patience
• Cultivate peace, gratitude, and balance

Over time, mindfulness becomes more than a practice—it becomes a way of living with intention and ease.

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Related Services and Specialties

Our Mindfulness & Meditation program often complements other therapeutic services such as:

Together, these create a whole-person approach to healing—mind, body, and spirit.

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Our Therapists

Our mindfulness-trained therapists bring warmth, presence, and experience to every session. They guide clients through meditation and awareness exercises designed to promote calm, focus, and compassion.

Meet Our Team →