Mindfulness Matters Psychotherapy

06/01/2026

Please join us in welcoming Darragh Connolly, LMSW, to Mindfulness Matters Psychotherapy!

Darragh is warm, thoughtful, and affirming, and she has a heart for working with children, teens, and families. We feel so lucky to have her join our team. Darragh will be seeing clients in the Middletown office and via telehealth.

To learn more about Darragh and meet the rest of our team, visit:
https://mindfulnessmattersny.com/our-team/

05/13/2026

NEW VIRTUAL THERAPY GROUP FOR ADULTS IN NEW YORK

Living with Balance: DBT Skills for Emotional Regulation

This structured, supportive therapy group is for adults who struggle with overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, impulsive reactions, anxiety and stress, boundaries, communication, or difficulty regulating emotions during conflict.

Participants will learn practical DBT-informed coping skills in a supportive telehealth group setting.

Tuesdays | 7:15–8:30 PM
Starting May 26, 2026
Open to adults located anywhere in New York State via Zoom.

Space is limited. Interested participants should contact us to inquire about whether the group may be a good fit.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (845) 292-4403

05/13/2026

Many people assume telehealth feels impersonal compared to in-person therapy - but that hasn’t been the experience for many clients.

Some people actually find it easier to open up from the comfort of home, whether they’re curled up in their favorite chair, wrapped in a blanket, or sitting with a pet nearby.

We took a look at some of the most common myths and facts about telehealth therapy.

Read below:

Many people assume virtual therapy is less personal or less effective than in-person counseling. In reality, telehealth has helped many people access meaningful, connected, and effective treatment.

04/17/2026

Anger gets a bad reputation, but it’s often not the real problem.

Anger is usually protecting something underneath it:
– hurt
– rejection
– fear
– feeling unseen or powerless

When anger is the only emotion that feels “allowed,” it steps in and does its job - loudly.

The work isn’t to get rid of anger.
It’s to understand what it’s trying to protect.

When we slow it down and get curious about what’s underneath, things start to shift.

If you find yourself reacting quickly or feeling like your emotions go from 0 to 100, there’s usually more to the story—and it’s worth exploring.

04/13/2026

“Survived Monday. Barely.”

- Olive, Chief Emotional Support Officer, off duty

04/04/2026

"I'm listening... and we'll figure it out together." - Olive, Chief Emotional Support Officer.

03/29/2026

Telehealth, but make it supervised.

Olive, Chief Emotional Support Officer, prefers a shoulder perch for optimal oversight.

03/24/2026

“Tell me everything. I’m all ears.”
~ Olive, Chief Emotional Support Officer 🐾

03/17/2026

What Do Social Workers Really Do? Social workers help people navigate life’s challenges by providing support, resources, and mental health care. While many people associate social workers with child protective services or hospitals, the profession is much broader. Read more, click below!

Social workers help people navigate life’s challenges by providing support, resources, and mental health care. While many people associate social workers with child protective services or hospitals, the profession is much broader.

03/17/2026

Olive says the real luck is finding the right support. Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Mindfulness Matters! 💚🍀