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**Mindfulness-Based Counseling in Memphis: Healing Your Body and Mind From the Inside Out**
**You wake up exhausted—again.**
Before your feet hit the floor, your mind is already racing: *What appointments do I have today? What did I forget? Why can’t I just feel normal for once?*
Your body feels like it's constantly on edge. The headaches, the tight chest, the stomach issues—they all seem connected, but no one can give you a clear answer. Your doctor mentioned stress. You nodded politely. But deep down, you felt both skeptical and seen. Because stress is *always* there, humming in the background.
You used to feel more alive. Now it feels like you’re always pushing through—working hard, holding it together, trying to be “okay” when your body clearly isn’t.
**You're Tired of Managing Symptoms—You Want Real Relief**
You’ve tried eating better, sleeping more, exercising when you can. But the anxiety still creeps in. The fatigue still pulls you under. Your body is shouting for your attention, and you’re doing everything you can—but it still doesn’t feel like enough.
You might even blame yourself. *Why can’t I get it together? Other people do more with less. What’s wrong with me?*
Let’s be clear:
**Nothing is wrong with you.**
You’re living in a world that demands too much —especially from those like you who care deeply, try hard, and rarely rest.

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You Can Heal.

**Mindfulness Is More Than a Buzzword—It’s a Path to Healing**
It’s not about clearing your mind or pretending to be calm. It’s about learning how to *meet* yourself—with curiosity, compassion, and less pressure.
In our work together, you’ll discover how to:
Soothe your nervous system with grounding practices
Ease physical symptoms of stress like headaches, fatigue, and tension
Interrupt spirals of overthinking and self-criticism
Listen to your body without fear or frustration
Reconnect with your creativity, intuition, and calm
You don’t have to sit on a cushion for hours or be perfectly peaceful. You just need a willingness to slow down—and a guide to help you come back to yourself.
**Your Body Isn’t Betraying You—It’s Begging You to Pay Attention**
That nagging headache? The unsettled stomach? The ache in your chest?
They’re not just random symptoms. They’re your body’s way of asking for care, not just quick fixes. Mindfulness gives you the tools to respond—not react. To soothe, not suppress.
And maybe most importantly, to stop fighting yourself and start feeling safe in your own skin again.
**You’re Not Too Young to Burn Out—But You’re Not Too Far Gone to Heal**
It’s okay to admit that you’re struggling. That you’re tired of feeling like your body is the enemy. That you want something different—not just for your health, but for your *life*.
If you're ready to stop managing symptoms and start healing from the inside out, we're here to help.

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Take the First Step Toward Healing

You don’t have to fix everything today.
You don’t have to do this alone.

We offer a variety of ways to support your healing through our services. Click the links below to learn more about our counseling in Memphis and online, our upcoming classes, groups, and retreats that give you the tools you need to thrive:

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Mindfulness Classes

Classes help you create and grow your mindfulness practice. Small group settings nurture community.

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Nature-Based Therapy

Therapeutic activities will reawaken your connection with nature and its healing power.

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Mindfulness Coaching

Personalized training for individuals, groups or schools creates a vibrant mindfulness practice.

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Traditional Therapy

High-quality, holistic care rooted in evidence-based practices will help you find healing.

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We’ll call you to discuss your or your child’s needs and your budget.
We’ll work with you to develop a customized care plan.

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A Place for Hope and Connection.

At the Memphis Center for Mindful Living, we know that life can be overwhelming at times, keeping us from living a vibrant life. We offer a way out of overwhelm and onto a hopeful path forward.

Founder Amy Balentine, Ph.D., and her team are dedicated to helping people with research-based solutions. As an active member of the mindfulness community, she partners with local and national organizations to provide counseling, mindfulness training and nature-based therapy for children and adults.

What Others are Saying About The Memphis Center for Mindful Living

I've participated in one day in person and online mindfulness retreats with Dr. Balentine, as well as a weekend retreat and many meditation sessions. She uses mindful attention to breath, food, nature, sound and movement as tools to manage and reduce stress and anxiety. Her friendly and accepting personality creates a warm, welcoming environment.
Linley S.
Dr. Balentine’s mindfulness class helped me reduce anxiety and better manage day-to-day stress. An added benefit has been learning to be more present in the moment and in relationships. I’d highly recommend the Memphis Center for Mindful Living!
Kim E.
I attended a weekend retreat and it was a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend and I hope to attend more events in the future.
Tonya W.
I am remarkably pleased with the success of the Mindfulness program for our students at Maxine Smith STEAM Academy. Through grade-level assemblies, small group sessions, and weekly Mindful Moments videos, Dr. Balentine's investment in the social-emotional well-being of our students, throughout virtual learning and presently, has been invaluable for their optimism, self-esteem, and interpersonal development.
Dr. Smith