Think of our mindfulness meditation groups as a foundation for your healing. By starting on that solid ground, you become more self-aware and start to exist more in the present moment.
Why Mindfulness?
A mindfulness practice is incredibly beneficial to reduce anxiety and improve your work, relationships, an everything you do in life. In fact, during my 1-1 therapy sessions, I have found that people who have at least some background in mindfulness, have a much easier time going through the psychotherapy process
At-a-glance:
“Without a doubt, I am now a more aware and mindful mom – more present and definitely happier!”
— Einat
What is Mindfulness?
‘Mindfulness’ refers to a state of being where one is fully aware of what is happening in the present moment, without judgment.
It’s only here – in the now – that we can be happy, free, and enjoy the little things in life.
Sure, your life’s story is made up of the past and the future. However, those memories and thoughts are also what hold you back.
For most of us, our minds like to take regular vacations from the present moment.
When our mind visits the future, we plan things and think about all the ways life could be different.
In the past, we rehearse all the things we’ve trained our self to think. All our traumas, habits, behaviors, and conditioning can be justified in the past.
However, it’s only in the present moment that we can feel joy and change our story. When you understand, “Oh, this is happening in my life NOW,” then you can do something different than what you did last week when I encountered the same situation.
That’s where mindfulness mediation therapy comes in.
Mindfulness meditation therapy helps you to let go of anxiety, acute stress, and the broad spectrum of difficult emotions that we experience living in Los Altos Hills and Silicon Valley.
What are the benefits of mindfulness?
Mindfulness-based therapies have proven effective in decreasing symptoms of stress, anxiety and chronic pain, while increasing empathy and restoring a sense of calm and well-being.
Those who have participated in Mindfulness Meditation groups testify that they learned to achieve a state of relaxation.
Through our work together, participants have been able to:
These techniques are applicable to an abundance of real-life every-day situations.
Think of these courses as a gentle introduction to mindfulness meditation.
They let you slowly dip your pinky toe into the waters in a safe and supportive environment. We work at a pace that feels comfortable — and acknowledge that growth and change happen differently for everyone.
Each week, we will dive into a different mindfulness concept (e.g., thoughts, emotions, sensations, breathing) and make sure you’re ready to integrate those ideas into your meditation.
If you leave the mindfulness group feeling inspired to continue your journey, the women’s group is a great resource – as is 1-1 therapy.
All of these are incredibly complimentary to your mindfulness meditation practice.
What happens in a mindfulness meditation session in Silicon Valley?
All mindfulness sessions begin with a brief meditation, designed to help to detach you from the day and its preoccupations.
Through a mix of practical exercises and theoretical knowledge, we will dive deeper into the Self.
Finally, the session concludes with a 30-minutes of guided meditation.
Participants tend to find themselves exceptionally relaxed after sessions, and leave equipped with new tools to apply to their private and public lives.