Mindfulness has become a 21st-century buzzword in Western civilisations, synonymous with the wellness industry. However, it can sometimes feel overused and overemphasised. Here, I want to focus on some of the misconceptions that I often hear from clients in the therapy room, which can be significant blockers to their openness to engaging in mindfulness.

Mindfulness is a key component of several psychological therapies, and there is good and evolving evidence for its usefulness in the therapy room. Below are several ways in which mindfulness helps, as well as considerations for who might benefit most from mindfulness practices.