Mindfulness Therapy Castle Rock Colorado
Mindfulness-based therapy with Ashley Jangro, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPCC). Learn present-moment awareness techniques for anxiety, depression, stress reduction, and emotional balance.
Mindfulness Practice
Present-moment awareness and acceptance
What is Mindfulness Therapy?
Mindfulness therapy combines traditional therapeutic approaches with mindfulness meditation practices to help you develop present-moment awareness, reduce suffering, and create lasting positive change.
Mindfulness Helps With
Core Mindfulness Principles
Focus attention on what's happening right now, not past regrets or future worries
Observe thoughts and feelings without labeling them as good or bad
Approach experiences with curiosity and openness, as if seeing them for the first time
Mindfulness Techniques We Practice
Learn practical mindfulness skills that you can use anywhere, anytime to reduce stress, manage difficult emotions, and cultivate inner peace.
Mindful Breathing
Focus attention on the breath as an anchor for present-moment awareness
Body Scan Meditation
Systematically notice physical sensations throughout the body
Mindful Observation
Practice awareness of thoughts, emotions, and sensations without attachment
Walking Meditation
Bring mindfulness to movement and daily activities
Benefits of Regular Mindfulness Practice
Mental Health Benefits
- • Reduced anxiety and depression
- • Improved emotional regulation
- • Better stress management
- • Increased self-awareness
- • Enhanced focus and concentration
Physical Health Benefits
- • Lower blood pressure
- • Improved immune function
- • Better sleep quality
- • Reduced chronic pain
- • Decreased inflammation
Life Quality Benefits
- • Improved relationships
- • Greater life satisfaction
- • Increased compassion
- • Better decision-making
- • Enhanced resilience
My Mindfulness Therapy Approach
Mindfulness isn't about emptying your mind or achieving perfect calm. It's about developing a different relationship with your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Session Structure
Mindfulness-Based Approaches
MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction)
Secular approach focusing on stress reduction and chronic pain management
MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)
Combines mindfulness with cognitive therapy for depression prevention
Mindful Self-Compassion
Develops kind, understanding relationship with yourself
Integrated Approach
Combines mindfulness with other therapeutic modalities as needed
Common Mindfulness Misconceptions
Myths:
- ❌ "I must empty my mind completely"
- ❌ "I'm bad at meditation if I have thoughts"
- ❌ "I need to be calm and peaceful always"
- ❌ "Mindfulness is about relaxation only"
- ❌ "I need hours of meditation daily"
Reality:
- ✅ Notice thoughts without being controlled by them
- ✅ Having thoughts is normal and expected
- ✅ Accept all emotions, including difficult ones
- ✅ Develop awareness and wise response
- ✅ Even 5-10 minutes daily creates benefits