Mindfulness-Based Therapy is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals develop greater awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and body sensations in the present moment. At Daybreak Counseling in Des Moines, mindfulness-based therapy is used to support clients in reducing stress, improving emotional regulation, and building a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
Rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or feelings, mindfulness teaches skills for responding to them with clarity and intention.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy integrates traditional mindfulness practices with modern psychotherapy. Clients learn to observe internal experiences without judgment, allowing them to step out of automatic reactions and make more intentional choices.
This approach is often woven into other therapeutic models and may include breathwork, grounding techniques, body awareness, and guided reflection. Mindfulness-based therapy focuses on building skills that can be practiced both in and outside of sessions.
Mindfulness-based therapy may be helpful for adolescents and adults experiencing:
Anxiety or chronic stress
Depression or mood fluctuations
Trauma or emotional overwhelm
Burnout or caregiver fatigue
Difficulty with emotional regulation
Persistent negative self-talk
This approach is well-suited for individuals who feel caught in cycles of overthinking, reactivity, or emotional exhaustion.
Mindfulness-based therapy helps clients slow down and notice patterns in thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations. By increasing awareness, clients gain space between what they experience and how they respond.
Over time, this practice can reduce emotional intensity, improve focus, and support healthier coping strategies. Mindfulness skills are introduced gradually and adapted to each client’s comfort level and needs.
Unlike approaches that focus primarily on changing thoughts, mindfulness-based therapy emphasizes awareness and acceptance as pathways to change. Clients learn that they don’t need to “fix” themselves to experience relief.
This therapy supports self-compassion, resilience, and emotional balance, making it especially effective for individuals navigating long-term stress or ongoing life demands.
At Daybreak, mindfulness-based therapy is offered within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework. Our clinicians tailor mindfulness practices to align with your goals, values, and daily life.
Mindfulness may be used as a primary focus or integrated alongside other evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, or trauma-focused therapies.
Mindfulness-based therapy can be adapted for all ages. For children and teens, mindfulness often includes developmentally appropriate grounding exercises and emotion awareness skills. For adults, it may focus on stress management, emotional clarity, and reconnecting with personal values.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to ensure mindfulness feels supportive rather than overwhelming.
Choosing mindfulness-based therapy at Daybreak Counseling means working with clinicians who value both evidence-based practice and human connection. We believe therapy should offer practical tools while also honoring your lived experience.
Mindfulness is not about perfection. It’s about learning how to meet yourself with awareness and care.
If you’re interested in mindfulness-based therapy in Des Moines, our team is here to help you explore whether this approach is the right fit. Together, we’ll create a plan that supports greater balance, resilience, and well-being.
Your next step doesn’t have to be rushed. It just has to be intentional.
