The human mind is naturally active. Meditation is not about stopping thoughts—it is about developing a steady, compassionate relationship with them. the Practice of Mindfulness & Mindful self-compassion helps you meet yourself with intention.

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of receptive awareness—learning how to gently notice thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, and inner experiences as they arise and pass. Rather than trying to empty the mind, mindfulness teaches you to relate differently to what is already present. Popularized in modern clinical settings by Jon Kabat-Zinn, mindfulness is rooted in the understanding that awareness itself can be profoundly healing.

This mindfulness training is designed for New Yorkers and other high-achieving, fast-moving individuals who live full lives, feel deeply, and long to experience more calm, clarity, and emotional balance—without having to slow their lives to a halt. Offered entirely online, these virtual mindfulness and meditation sessions provide more than stress relief. They offer a pathway back to the present moment, inner steadiness, and a deeper connection to yourself beneath the noise.

Through guided meditation, breathwork, somatic (body-based) awareness, and evidence-informed mindfulness practices, you’ll learn how to meet your life with greater clarity, resilience, and compassion. Whether you are new to meditation or refining an existing practice, online mindfulness training offers a powerful way to reconnect with yourself in the midst of a busy, demanding world.

About mindful self-compassion

Self-compassion is the practice of meeting your own pain, struggle, and imperfection with warmth, understanding, and care rather than judgment or self-criticism. Grounded in research by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer, self-compassion recognizes that suffering is part of the shared human experience—and that kindness toward oneself is not indulgent, but essential for emotional health. When we learn to relate to ourselves with gentleness instead of harshness, the nervous system settles, shame softens, and genuine healing becomes possible. Self-compassion creates an inner climate of safety where growth, resilience, and meaningful change can naturally unfold.

You Don’t Need a Quiet Mind to Meditate

Many people believe they “can’t meditate” because their mind feels too busy. In reality, noticing a busy mind ismindfulness.

When thoughts, emotions, or physical sensations pull your attention away, the practice is simply to notice and gently return awareness to the breath, the body, or another chosen anchor. Each return strengthens your capacity for presence.

Over time, this simple yet profound practice can help:

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• Improve focus and attention

• Increase emotional regulation

• Decrease reactivity

• Strengthen self-awareness

• Support nervous system balance

Meditation is not about perfection. It is about showing up and practicing awareness—again and again.

Mindfulness-Based Support for Mental and Emotional Health

Clients often seek mindfulness-based therapy and meditation support to help with:

• Anxiety and chronic stress

• Depression and low mood

• Burnout and overwhelm

• Emotional reactivity

• Insomnia and poor sleep quality

• Cravings and compulsive behaviors

• Difficulty concentrating

With consistent practice, many people report improved sleep, greater patience, enhanced creativity, increased emotional flexibility, and a deeper sense of internal stability.

Mindfulness works at both psychological and physiological levels, supporting healing through the brain, body, and nervous system.

Self-Compassion: An Essential Partner to Mindfulness

Mindfulness teaches awareness.
Self-compassion teaches kindness.

Research by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with:

• Lower anxiety and depression

• Reduced shame and self-criticism

• Greater emotional resilience

• Increased motivation and well-being

Self-compassion involves learning to respond to your own suffering with warmth rather than judgment. Instead of asking, “What’s wrong with me?” the question becomes, “What do I need right now?”

In practice, self-compassion includes:

• Treating yourself with the same care you would offer a loved one

• Recognizing that struggle is part of being human

• Offering supportive inner language

• Allowing emotions to exist without harsh self-attack

When mindfulness is combined with self-compassion, clients often experience deeper and more sustainable change. Awareness without kindness can feel harsh; kindness without awareness lacks clarity. Together, they form a powerful foundation for healing.

There Is No One “Right” Way to Meditate

Meditation can take many forms:

• Seated mindfulness meditation

• Guided visualization

• Breath-focused practices

• Body scans

• Walking meditation

• Loving-kindness (metta) meditation

Whether you are curious about Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), loving-kindness practices, or simple breath awareness, I help tailor approaches to your personality, nervous system, and lifestyle.

Even a few minutes per day can produce meaningful benefits.

Trauma-Informed, Integrative Mindfulness

As a therapist integrating mind-body and trauma-informed approaches, I emphasize pacing, choice, and safety. Meditation is offered as an invitation, never a demand.

You do not need special equipment, a perfect environment, or long periods of time. You only need a willingness to begin—and supportive guidance along the way.

Online Mindfulness & Meditation Therapy in New York and Beyond

If you are seeking virtual meditation support in New York, Bozeman, or Big Sky, or wish to incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion into your psychotherapy, I offer individualized, integrative approaches designed to help you cultivate:

• Inner stillness

• Emotional resilience

• Self-compassion

• Nervous system regulation

• Sustainable stress reduction

Mindfulness is not about becoming a different person.
It is about coming home to yourself.

About the Practice of Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is a practice of receptive awareness—learning how to gently notice thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, and inner experiences as they arise and pass. Rather than trying to empty the mind, mindfulness teaches you to relate differently to what is already present.

The human mind is naturally active. Meditation is not about stopping thoughts—it is about developing a steady, compassionate relationship with them.

This mindfulness training is designed for New Yorkers and other high-achieving, fast-moving individuals who live full lives, feel deeply, and long to experience more calm, clarity, and emotional balance—without having to slow their lives to a halt. Offered entirely online, these virtual mindfulness and meditation sessions provide more than stress relief. They offer a pathway back to the present moment, inner steadiness, and a deeper connection to yourself beneath the noise.

Through guided meditation, breathwork, somatic (body-based) awareness, and evidence-informed mindfulness practices, you’ll learn how to meet your life with greater clarity, resilience, and compassion. Whether you are new to meditation or refining an existing practice, online mindfulness training offers a powerful way to reconnect with yourself in the midst of a busy, demanding world.

You Don’t Need a Quiet Mind to Meditate

Many people believe they “can’t meditate” because their mind feels too busy. In reality, noticing a busy mind ismindfulness.

When thoughts, emotions, or physical sensations pull your attention away, the practice is simply to notice and gently return awareness to the breath, the body, or another chosen anchor. Each return strengthens your capacity for presence.

Over time, this simple yet profound practice can help:

• Reduce stress and anxiety

• Improve focus and attention

• Increase emotional regulation

• Decrease reactivity

• Strengthen self-awareness

• Support nervous system balance

Meditation is not about perfection. It is about showing up and practicing awareness—again and again.

Mindfulness-Based Support for Mental and Emotional Health

Clients often seek mindfulness-based therapy and meditation support to help with:

• Anxiety and chronic stress

• Depression and low mood

• Burnout and overwhelm

• Emotional reactivity

• Insomnia and poor sleep quality

• Cravings and compulsive behaviors

• Difficulty concentrating

With consistent practice, many people report improved sleep, greater patience, enhanced creativity, increased emotional flexibility, and a deeper sense of internal stability.

Mindfulness works at both psychological and physiological levels, supporting healing through the brain, body, and nervous system.

Self-Compassion: An Essential Partner to Mindfulness

Mindfulness teaches awareness.
Self-compassion teaches kindness.

Research by Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer demonstrates that self-compassion is strongly associated with:

• Lower anxiety and depression

• Reduced shame and self-criticism

• Greater emotional resilience

• Increased motivation and well-being

Self-compassion involves learning to respond to your own suffering with warmth rather than judgment. Instead of asking, “What’s wrong with me?” the question becomes, “What do I need right now?”

In practice, self-compassion includes:

• Treating yourself with the same care you would offer a loved one

• Recognizing that struggle is part of being human

• Offering supportive inner language

• Allowing emotions to exist without harsh self-attack

When mindfulness is combined with self-compassion, clients often experience deeper and more sustainable change. Awareness without kindness can feel harsh; kindness without awareness lacks clarity. Together, they form a powerful foundation for healing.

There Is No One “Right” Way to Meditate

Meditation can take many forms:

• Seated mindfulness meditation

• Guided visualization

• Breath-focused practices

• Body scans

• Walking meditation

• Loving-kindness (metta) meditation

Whether you are curious about Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), loving-kindness practices, or simple breath awareness, I help tailor approaches to your personality, nervous system, and lifestyle.

Even a few minutes per day can produce meaningful benefits.

Trauma-Informed, Integrative Mindfulness

As a therapist integrating mind-body and trauma-informed approaches, I emphasize pacing, choice, and safety. Meditation is offered as an invitation, never a demand.

You do not need special equipment, a perfect environment, or long periods of time. You only need a willingness to begin—and supportive guidance along the way.

Online Mindfulness & Meditation Therapy in New York and Beyond

If you are seeking virtual meditation support in New York, Bozeman, or Big Sky, or wish to incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion into your psychotherapy, I offer individualized, integrative approaches designed to help you cultivate:

• Inner stillness

• Emotional resilience

• Self-compassion

• Nervous system regulation

• Sustainable stress reduction

Mindfulness is not about becoming a different person.
It is about coming home to yourself.