Business Details
19 Years
experience
Integrative Psychotherapy and Meditation Services
Marcie Handler, PhD, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in mental health and meditation instruction. Our practice integrates contemporary psychology with ancient mindfulness traditions to address chronic stress, anxiety, and self-care challenges. We specialize in individual psychotherapy, meditation coaching, and workplace wellness programs tailored to modern life's demands. Our approach emphasizes self-compassion, mindfulness, and evidence-based techniques to foster resilience and personal growth.We serve clients through virtual appointments, ensuring accessibility while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. Our expertise extends to training professionals in mindfulness practices and offering structured programs like the Mindful Self-Compassion course. We prioritize client-centered care, combining clinical rigor with compassionate support to help individuals achieve lasting well-being.
Services
Psychotherapy
Meditation Instruction
Workplace Consultations
MSC 8-Week Course
MSC Core Skills Workshop
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical psychology experience with a focus on mindfulness integration
- Certified instructor in Mindful Self-Compassion and Lovingkindness practices
- Tailored virtual programs for individual and organizational wellness
- Evidence-based approach combining psychotherapy with meditation techniques
- Collaborative partnerships with institutions like Montclair Kimberley Academy
Associations and certifications
- Nalanda Institute for Contemplative Science
- Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Trained Teacher
What people say
Effective stress reduction
Accessible virtual sessions
Expertise in mindfulness
Tailored programs
Positive workplace impact
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions via telehealth address relationship issues, life adjustments, depression, and anxiety. Our integrative approach combines clinical psychology with mindfulness techniques to help clients gain self-awareness and develop coping strategies. Sessions typically occur weekly, with flexible scheduling available to accommodate client needs.
Meditation Instruction
Private coaching and group classes teach mindfulness, lovingkindness, and self-compassion practices. Programs include weekly sessions and workshops designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and cultivate emotional resilience through evidence-based meditation techniques tailored to individual and organizational needs.
Workplace Consultations
Customized mindfulness programs for organizations enhance employee well-being and productivity. Services include workshops, ongoing classes, and stress-reduction initiatives tailored to specific workplace cultures, with past clients including educational institutions and corporate entities like Audible and Lululemon.
MSC 8-Week Course
Structured 8-week online course teaching self-compassion techniques developed by leading researchers. Includes weekly classes, small group work, and a half-day retreat. Participants learn to balance gentle self-care with proactive motivation to improve emotional resilience and interpersonal relationships.
MSC Core Skills Workshop
Four-session intensive program covering key components of self-compassion. Delivers research-backed techniques for reducing anxiety, managing stress, and improving sleep through focused online workshops that build practical skills for daily application and caregiver support.
People
Marcie Handler
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Handler holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and completed training at Bellevue Hospital. With 20+ years in private practice, she integrates psychotherapy with mindfulness instruction, certified by the Nalanda Institute and as an MSC Trained Teacher.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual psychotherapy via telehealth for relationship issues, life adjustments, depression, and anxiety using an integrative approach combining clinical psychology with mindfulness techniques.
Do you offer corporate wellness programs?
Yes, we design customized mindfulness and meditation programs for organizations, including workshops and ongoing classes tailored to specific workplace needs and cultures.
What meditation training options exist?
Options include private coaching, weekly group classes, the 8-week MSC course, and the Core Skills Workshop focusing on self-compassion and stress reduction techniques.
Are continuing education credits available?
Yes, select programs offer CE credits for psychologists and healthcare professionals through UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness, with additional fees applying.
