Mindfulness within individualized counseling

Mindfulness-Based Counseling in Oak Brook

Mindfulness can be used in counseling to build awareness of thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and habits without immediately reacting to them. Several Oak Brook Counseling & Wellness clinicians incorporate mindfulness-oriented practices within broader therapy.

Mindfulness can be used in counseling to build awareness of thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and habits without immediately reacting to them. Several Oak Brook Counseling & Wellness clinicians incorporate mindfulness-oriented practices within broader therapy.

What mindfulness may look like in counseling

Mindfulness may involve noticing internal experiences, grounding attention, observing patterns, or practicing a less automatic response to stress. It should be adapted to the client's comfort and goals.

Clinicians who use mindfulness

Sabrina Gosmire lists mindfulness-based approaches and mindfulness coping. Candida Jacoby lists mindfulness and meditation. Jeffery Siddall lists mindfulness and wellness among his specialties.

Mindfulness is not the whole treatment plan

Mindfulness may be one part of CBT, IFS, emotional-regulation work, stress counseling, or another individualized plan.

Finding the right fit

Intake can help match your interest in mindfulness with a clinician whose age range, specialties, and broader approach fit the concern.

Before you reach out

Insurance

We work with several insurance and employee assistance (EAP) plans. Participation can vary by clinician, and benefits and eligibility should be verified.

Insurance and fees

Fees

  • Initial intake or evaluation$250
  • Individual psychotherapy$200

Sliding-scale availability can be discussed through intake. If cost is a concern, please tell our intake team and we will talk through your options honestly.

What happens next

  1. 01Reach out to our intake team
  2. 02Get thoughtfully matched
  3. 03Plan your first appointment
What to expect

Finding the right therapist

We take matching seriously. The right fit between client and therapist matters, so our intake process is designed to understand your needs before suggesting someone.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need meditation experience?
No. Mindfulness practices can be introduced gradually and adapted to the person.
Which therapists use mindfulness?
Sabrina Gosmire, Candida Jacoby, and Jeffery Siddall each offer mindfulness-informed counseling.
Is mindfulness counseling the same as meditation instruction?
No. Mindfulness may be used within psychotherapy, but this page does not describe a standalone meditation course.

Ask about mindfulness-oriented counseling

Tell intake that mindfulness is important to you and what you would like help with.

Request a consultation