Mindfulness‐Based Interventions in Counseling. (11th January 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Brown, Amanda P.; Marquis, Andre; Guiffrida, Douglas A.
• Is Part Of: Journal of counseling and development. Volume 91:Number 1(2013:Jan.)
• Page Start: 96
• Page End: 104
• Publication Date: 2013-01-11
• Subjects: Vocational guidance -- Periodicals; Counseling -- Periodicals; Vocational education -- Periodicals; 361.0605
• DOI: 10.1002/j.1556-6676.2013.00077.x
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0748-9633

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main" xml:lang="en"> <title> <x xml:space="preserve">Abstract</x> </title> <p>Mindfulness is a relatively new construct in counseling that is rapidly gaining interest as it is applied to people struggling with a myriad of problems. Research has consistently demonstrated that counseling interventions using mindfulness improve well‐being and reduce psychopathology. This article provides a detailed definition of mindfulness, including a discussion of the mechanisms underlying mindfulness practice; explores the implementation of mindfulness as a counseling intervention; and examines literature supporting its effectiveness.</p> </abstract>