Mindfulness Coaching at Healing Arts Center
One-on-One Mindfulness Coaching at Healing Arts Center
Healing Arts Center is a veteran-owned wellness center in Virginia Beach. We offer one-on-one mindfulness coaching that focuses on real-life experiences rather than theory alone. We support adults, caregivers, healthcare professionals, military families, and anyone feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stretched too thin.
You can learn more about Healing Arts Center here:
https://www.healingartsvb.com
At Healing Arts Center, mindfulness is practiced one-on-one and fits into your daily life. People come to us when life feels overwhelming. They may be carrying too many responsibilities, moving too quickly, or feeling stuck in habits that no longer help.
To me, mindfulness means being present in the moment with awareness, acceptance, kindness, compassion, curiosity, and without judgment. It might seem like a lot, but really, it’s less about trying hard and more about how you relate to what’s happening right now.
Even if mindfulness feels new or challenging at first, you can build it over time. This idea is central to my work with clients. We’re not trying to change who we are. Instead, we’re learning to meet ourselves more honestly in important moments.
Here are some reflections from people who have done one-on-one mindfulness coaching at Healing Arts Center. These are shared anonymously and only list the person’s role or profession.
Becoming More Present With What’s Already Here
“I thought mindfulness meant being calm and emptying my mind. When that didn’t work for me, I assumed I was doing it wrong. Coaching helped me realize mindfulness wasn’t about getting rid of anything. It was about learning how to stay.”
— Educator
“I didn’t come in looking for mindfulness. I came in because I felt like I was always bracing for the next thing. Learning how to notice what was happening in my body changed how I move through my day.”
— Healthcare professional
Learning to Respond Instead of React
“I tend to go straight into fixing and pushing through. Coaching helped me slow down enough to notice when I was already past my limit. Now I catch it earlier.”
— Nonprofit leader
“I still feel stress and frustration, but they don’t take over the way they used to. I have more choices now.”
— Parent and caregiver
Reconnecting With Self After Long-Term Responsibility
“As a military spouse, I’m used to being the steady one. I didn’t realize how disconnected I had become from myself. Mindfulness gave me a way to notice my own needs without judging them.”
— Military spouse
“This was one of the first spaces where I didn’t feel like I had to explain why I was tired. That mattered more than I expected.”
— SOF spouse
Changes That Show Up at Home
“I have more autonomy over my emotions than I used to. My kids noticed before I did. They started saying, ‘Mommy is much calmer.’”
— Parent
“Being more aware of my reactions changed the tone in our house. Things don’t escalate the way they used to.”
— Parent and caregiver
Holding Space Without Losing Yourself
“I work with people all day and was absorbing more than I realized. Coaching helped me understand my nervous system and how to stay present without carrying everything home.”
— Nurse Practitioner
“I didn’t need more tools or strategies. I needed more awareness. That changed how I show up with others.”
— Community organizer
Feeling Less Alone
“Being listened to without being rushed or corrected was a big part of this. I didn’t realize how rare that had become.”
— Healthcare worker
“This work didn’t fix me. It helped me feel human again.”
— Caregiver
Mindfulness That Carries Into Daily Life
“I notice it in small moments. How I breathe before responding. How I set boundaries. How I leave work at work more often.”
— Hospital Administrator
“Mindfulness stopped being something I talked about. It became something I practiced throughout the day.”
— Military Officer
Mindfulness coaching is about practicing awareness with kindness, especially when life feels confusing or demanding.
There is no finish line. It’s about ongoing practice, support, and showing up with a bit more care for yourself and those around you.
Common Questions About Mindfulness Coaching
What is mindfulness coaching?
Mindfulness coaching gives you one-on-one support to help you notice what’s happening in your body, thoughts, and emotions without judgment. It’s not about emptying your mind or fixing yourself. Instead, it’s about learning to stay present and respond with more care in daily life.
Is mindfulness coaching the same as therapy?
Mindfulness coaching at Healing Arts Center is not therapy and does not replace it. Coaching focuses on present-moment awareness, helping you regulate your nervous system, and finding practical ways to handle stress. Many people use coaching along with therapy or during life changes when they want support outside a clinical setting t without a clinical framework.
Do I need experience with meditation or mindfulness?
You don’t need any experience. Many clients begin without a background in mindfulness. Coaching meets you where you are and moves at a pace that works for you.
What happens in a one-on-one mindfulness coaching session?
Sessions are conversational and flexible. You might talk about what’s happening in your body, notice stress patterns, or try simple awareness exercises that fit your daily life. There’s no script and no pressure to do things a specific way.
Who is mindfulness coaching helpful for?
Mindfulness coaching often helps people who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, caregiving, working in high-pressure jobs, or disconnected from themselves. Many clients are parents, healthcare professionals, military families, or people going through life changes.
How do I get started?
You can learn more about one-on-one mindfulness coaching at:
https://www.healingartsvb.com
Session information and scheduling are available here:
https://www.vagaro.com/healingartscenter
