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MODALITY:
Mindfulness

Mindfulness-Based Therapy:
Cultivating Calm, Awareness & Inner Balance

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Mindfulness-Based Therapy is a gentle, present-focused approach that helps individuals develop awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations—without judgment. Rooted in ancient contemplative practices and supported by modern neuroscience, mindfulness-based approaches support emotional regulation, stress reduction, and resilience.

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At Wellness Counselling Centre, we integrate mindfulness into therapy to help clients slow down, reconnect with themselves, and build emotional flexibility, especially when life feels overwhelming or disconnected.

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How Mindfulness-Based Therapy Can Help

​Mindfulness is helpful for a variety of emotional, physical, and psychological concerns, including:

  • Anxiety & Overthinking – Creating distance from racing thoughts and finding calm in the present moment

  • Stress & Burnout – Learning grounding techniques that support rest and resilience

  • Emotional Dysregulation – Increasing awareness of emotional triggers and creating space to respond rather than react

  • Depression & Disconnection – Reconnecting with the body and senses through gentle awareness

  • Trauma & PTSD – Supporting nervous system regulation with body-based practices

  • Sleep Difficulties – Easing tension and quieting the mind before rest

  • Chronic Illness or Pain – Managing discomfort with mindfulness techniques that reduce reactivity and increase acceptance

Mindfulness invites you to notice your inner experience with compassion, rather than judgment or avoidance.

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Who Can Benefit from Mindfulness-Based Therapy?

​Mindfulness is accessible and beneficial for people of all ages, including:

  • Children & Teens – Learning emotional regulation through breath, movement, and simple body awareness

  • Adults Seeking Stress Relief or Emotional Support – Building sustainable practices to manage everyday challenges

  • People Recovering from Trauma or Burnout – Cultivating safety and self-awareness in the present moment

  • Clients with Anxiety, Depression, or Chronic Pain – Gaining tools to reduce reactivity and increase calm

  • Anyone Feeling Disconnected or Stuck in Thought Loops – Reconnecting with the body, values, and a sense of groundedness

Mindfulness is not about "emptying the mind"—it’s about coming home to yourself with curiosity and care.

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What to Expect in Mindfulness-Based Therapy

​Mindfulness therapy is often integrated into talk therapy and may include:

  • Breath Awareness & Grounding Practices – Helping the mind and body slow down and return to the present

  • Body Scans & Sensory Awareness – Increasing connection to physical sensations and emotional cues

  • Mindful Reflection – Exploring thoughts, emotions, and behaviours from a place of observation

  • Self-Compassion Practices – Turning toward pain or inner criticism with gentleness and understanding

  • Everyday Mindfulness Strategies – Integrating small practices into daily life to support emotional balance

Clients are never forced into mindfulness practices. Everything is guided at your pace, with safety and support.

 

Our Approach to Mindfulness-Based Therapy

At Wellness Counselling Centre, mindfulness may be woven into other therapeutic approaches for a holistic experience:

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) – Using mindfulness to build a relationship with different emotional “parts”

  • Somatic Therapy – Supporting mind-body integration and nervous system regulation

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – Pairing mindfulness with thought awareness and reframing

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Using mindfulness to stay grounded in values-based living

  • Expressive Arts Therapy – Exploring mindfulness through creativity, movement, or visual expression

Mindfulness is always offered with care, flexibility, and respect for your unique needs and comfort.

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Come Back to the Present With Gentleness

Mindfulness-Based Therapy invites you to pause, notice, and respond with awareness—offering a path toward greater calm, clarity, and emotional freedom.

Our Therapists Who Use Mindfulness-Based Therapy

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Caitlin Watson, MACP
Registered Psychotherapist
(Qualifying)

caitlin@wellnesscc.ca

Cindy Rose, M.A., CCTP
Registered Psychotherapist
Certified Clinical Trauma

cindy@wellnesscc.ca

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Stefanie DeJong, M.A.
Registered Psychotherapist
Level 2 Internal Family Systems

stefanie@wellnesscc.ca

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Lewis Lau, MACP
Registered Psychotherapist

(Qualifying)
lewis@wellnesscc.ca

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Ashley Wills, MACP
Registered Psychotherapist
(Qualifying)

ashley@wellnesscc.ca

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Erin Coffell, MACP

Registered Psychotherapist
(Qualifying)

erin@wellnesscc.ca

Helping You Move From
Hurt To Hope.

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