Youth Mindfulness Therapy | Greenwich Psychology Group

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Overview

Mindfulness-based therapies (MBTs) seek to change the relationship between anxious children and adolescents and their thoughts. The primary focus is on the bodily sensations that arise when they are anxious: instead of avoiding or withdrawing from these feelings, he or she opens up to them to realize that they are not literally true. This process enables anxious children and adolescents to release their over-identification with negative thoughts. MBT practices responding to disruptive thoughts and letting these thoughts go. MBT often involves relaxation techniques, which, when practiced regularly, can reduce anxiety and increase feelings of relaxation and emotional well-being.

Take the GPG Symptom Checker

At Greenwich Psychology Group, our symptom checker helps clients track their symptoms of depression or anxiety. Taking the assessment doesn't provide a formal diagnosis, but it can help you determine what next steps you may need to take. The evaluation uses a series of questions to review the feelings and symptoms you've experienced over the past two weeks. The results will help you distinguish if professional help is the best next step.

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