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Our therapists in Amherst, MA offer mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)

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129  therapists available in Amherst

Salem

As a woman of African decent, I understand that navigating mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, and I am here to listen...

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Quincy

I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported, drawing from an authentic understanding of...

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Salem

In a calm, intentional therapeutic space, I meet your story with care, curiosity, and clinical insight as we work together toward ...

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Lexington

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Quincy

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...

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Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) FAQs

What is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is an evidence-backed therapeutic approach that merges cognitive therapy with mindfulness practices. MBCT helps break the pattern of recurring negative thinking, diminishing the risk of future depressive or anxious episodes while promoting self-awareness, emotional control, and overall well-being.

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) work?

Mindfulness-cased cognitive therapists at Thriveworks in Amherst, MA combine cognitive therapy with mindfulness techniques, emphasizing heightened self-awareness, particularly during emotional distress, to reduce recurring negative thought patterns and prevent future episodes of depression or anxiety. This equips individuals with tools to enhance overall well-being.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) conducted in person or online?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) at Thriveworks Amherst, MA is conducted both in person and through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) last?

MBCT is typically organized as an 8-week program, with weekly sessions lasting approximately 2 to 2.5 hours each. Some clients may benefit for more or fewer sessions. This flexible design allows participants to progressively develop mindfulness skills and incorporate them into their daily lives. Upon completing the 8-week program, individuals might choose to continue mindfulness practice independently or opt for maintenance sessions and ongoing mindfulness activities.

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Mindfulness Training, Therapy at Thriveworks Amherst—Therapists and Counselors

Not being fully aware of what’s going on around and in us happens to everyone. We could be fully aware and focused one second, but then a trigger occurs, or too much happens all at once, or something new pops up, and we lose our touch with control and awareness. We’re suddenly at the mercy of our instincts, emotions, and habits.

How can we push past these human barriers and remain centered all the time? The answer is deceptively simple- mindfulness. Mindfulness is a core habit of many of the Thriveworks Amherst counselors. It helps us live happy, balanced lives, and we’re excited to share it with you! Call a mindfulness therapist or counselor today at 413-634-4805

What Is Mindfulness?

Thousands of years ago, Buddhist monks really put mindfulness to wok in their pursuit of enlightenment. In the more present times, mindfulness has been researched and proven to be a method that positively impacts mental health.

The basics of mindfulness are becoming more aware of your current physical, mental, and emotional condition. It’s about fighting to live in the “now”. It’s a difficult fight though, and Thriveworks Amherst always practices being nonjudgmental. Mindfulness is not easy to get on the first, or second, or third tries! It can be easy to just identify everything that’s wrong in our “now” and not move past it. Identifying is just one step in mindfulness. Then, we’ll work on moving past it.

Becoming aware means asking a lot of questions. Mindfulness is about exploring questions like: What are you feeling? Smelling? Touching? How are your emotions and thoughts? What’s a possible reason behind them?

How Can Mindfulness Be Helpful?

Research has shown how mindfulness can increase the productivity in the brain. It’s been linked to lower levels of depression, anxiety, and anger. It’s also proved helpful in combatting different mental health issues such as addictions and eating disorders.

Thriveworks Amherst meets you where you’re at. What we do with mindfulness will depend on our unique situation and personality. We’ll practice living in the moment and riding the choppy waves life brings. Of course, we can’t always be in the present. Planning ahead is crucial for success and survival, but there are ways we can do it mindfully. We’ll practice all this and more in a mindfulness session at Thriveworks Amherst!

What Does Mindfulness Look Like at Thriveworks Amherst?

Mindfulness is versatile, and our Amherst counselors are flexible, so nearly any issue can be brought up in a mindfulness session! If you’re unhappy with an area of your life, you don’t have to just deal with it. There are ways to overcome your hardships and live a happier life.

A few of the issues we talk about include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Eating behaviors/disorders
  • Addiction
  • Stress
  • Insomnia
  • Anger
  • Decision making

Scheduling Mindfulness Counseling at Thriveworks Amherst

Close your eyes and imagine a life where you were in full control of your reactions. In fact, you were more proactive than reactive. That life is possible with mindfulness, and Thriveworks Amherst is here to provide the counseling and support you need to realize it. So, call a therapist or counselor from Thriveworks Amherst today at 413-634-4805.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Amherst accept 30 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Amherst
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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Where to find us

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Address

17 Kellogg Avenue Suite 1C
Amherst, MA 01002

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst is located near Kellogg Ave and N Pleasant St, off MA-9. It is close to the Jones Library and a short distance from Amherst College.

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Phone number

(413) 340-5164
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
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Hours

Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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