Mindfulness-Based

In the context of a therapeutic approach, mindfulness-based refers to interventions, practices, or therapeutic models that integrate the core principles of mindfulness into the structure and delivery of mental health treatment. For therapists, understanding the term “mindfulness-based” means recognizing that these approaches draw directly from the concept of mindfulness, which is generally defined as the intentional, present-moment, nonjudgmental awareness of one’s thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and environment.

Mindfulness-based therapies are grounded in both ancient contemplative traditions—particularly Buddhist meditation—and contemporary psychological science. They have been adapted and formalized into structured therapeutic interventions supported by empirical research. These therapies do not require clients to adopt a particular spiritual or religious worldview; instead, they offer mindfulness as a secular skill to promote psychological well-being, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.