Mindfulness & Meditation
Evidence-based mindfulness practices for mental health, stress reduction, and emotional well-being.
Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with openness, curiosity, and acceptance. Research shows mindfulness practices reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while improving focus, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.
This resource hub brings together mindfulness-based therapies, meditation techniques, stress reduction practices, and how to integrate mindfulness into your mental health treatment.
Essential Resources
Mindfulness Techniques
Free mindfulness exercises including breathing techniques, body scans, and grounding practices.
Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Learn about MBSR, MBCT, ACT, and DBT—therapy approaches that integrate mindfulness practices.
Therapy Platforms with Mindfulness
Find therapy platforms offering mindfulness-based approaches like ACT, DBT, and MBCT.
Anxiety & Stress Assessments
Free assessments to measure anxiety and stress levels—mindfulness helps manage both conditions.
Mindful Thought Observation
CBT thought record worksheet to practice mindfully observing thoughts without judgment.
Mindful Self-Care
Integrate mindfulness into daily self-care practices for emotional, physical, and mental well-being.
Types of Mindfulness Practices
Mindful Breathing
Practice: Focus attention on breath—noticing inhales, exhales, pauses
Benefits: Reduces anxiety, calms nervous system, improves focus
Time: 1-20 minutes; effective even in short bursts
Body Scan Meditation
Practice: Systematically notice sensations throughout the body
Benefits: Releases physical tension, increases body awareness, aids sleep
Time: 10-45 minutes; often used before bed
Mindful Movement
Practice: Gentle movement (yoga, walking) with full awareness of sensations
Benefits: Combines physical and mental benefits, grounds in present
Time: 10-60 minutes; great for those who find sitting difficult
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Practice: Cultivating compassion toward self and others through phrases
Benefits: Increases self-compassion, reduces self-criticism, improves relationships
Time: 10-30 minutes; especially helpful for depression
Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Several evidence-based therapies integrate mindfulness as a core component:
- MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction): 8-week program teaching mindfulness meditation, body awareness, and yoga for stress management. Effective for chronic pain, anxiety, and stress.
- MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy): Combines mindfulness meditation with CBT for preventing depression relapse. Helps recognize and disengage from negative thought patterns.
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy): Uses mindfulness and acceptance to help people engage in valued activities despite difficult thoughts and feelings.
- DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy): Incorporates mindfulness as one of four core skill modules for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.
Visit our Therapy Types Explained guide for detailed information on mindfulness-based therapies.
Mindfulness Blog Articles
We're building a comprehensive library of mindfulness articles. Future posts will cover topics like:
- • How to start a mindfulness practice (beginner's guide)
- • 5-minute mindfulness exercises for busy schedules
- • Mindfulness for anxiety: techniques that work
- • Common mindfulness myths and misconceptions
- • Mindfulness apps: which one is right for you?
- • Integrating mindfulness into daily routines
In the meantime, explore our existing mindfulness resources above, or browse related tags below.