Welcome—Let’s Talk About What Really Matters
I’m Dr. Mitch Abblett, a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker passionate about helping people show up more fully in their relationships and their lives.
At the heart of my work is a simple but powerful idea: learning to own your moments changes everything—your relationships, your leadership, and your impact. My approach, grounded in mindfulness and behavioral science, helps individuals, teams, and families move beyond reactive patterns into a more intentional, unselfish way of living.
My book, Prizeworthy, was honored with a Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal, joining the ranks of transformative works from thought leaders like Sharon Salzberg and Joe Loizzo. It’s one of many tools I offer to help you shift from autopilot to awareness in your parenting, partnerships, and personal growth.
Here, you’ll find resources to help you own your moments:
✔ The Owner’s Manual to Relationships—a guide to mastering the dynamics of human connection
✔ Momentology—a framework for living, leading, and parenting with clarity
✔ Unselfish Living—a movement and social platform for living bigger and beyond yourself.
Explore my books, podcast, and speaking engagements, or connect with me directly to bring these ideas to your organization or practice.
Let’s get to work—because every moment you own, changes everything.
Mindful Parenting Book - Prizeworthy - Now Available
Prizing Over Praise—The Shift That Changes Everything
We’ve all said it: “Good job!” It’s automatic. It feels encouraging. But too often, it’s vague, pressure-filled, or focused on outcomes rather than effort.
Prizing is different. It’s not about approval or control—it’s about seeing, naming, and amplifying a child’s strengths, even in tough moments. It’s how kids learn to turn struggles into growth, rather than fearing failure in your eyes.
✔ Move beyond praise—so kids don’t just seek validation but build confidence from within.
✔ Shift from outcome to process—so effort, resilience, and learning matter more than perfection.
✔ Create deeper connections—so your child feels truly seen, not just evaluated.
           “If there were only one skill you could learn as a parent, let it be prizing. It’s the basis of all the others. Your kids will be forever grateful, and so will you.”
—Christopher Germer, PhD, The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion
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Meet Dr. Mitch Abblett
I’m Dr. Mitch Abblett—a psychologist, author, and speaker dedicated to helping people own their moments in relationships, leadership, and life.
For over two decades, I’ve worked with individuals, families, and organizations to break free from reactive patterns and cultivate deeper awareness, impact, and connection. My approach blends mindfulness, behavioral science, and real-world practicality to help people shift from autopilot to intentional, unselfish living.
I’ve served as Executive Director of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy, led clinical teams at Harvard-affiliated Judge Baker Children’s Center, and written multiple books on communication, emotional resilience, and mindful leadership—including Prizeworthy, a Nautilus Award-winning guide to transforming how we support and connect with kids.
Today, I work with individuals and organizations worldwide, delivering keynotes, trainings, and consultation on The Owner’s Manual to Relationships, Momentology, and the upcoming Unselfish social media platform.
✔ Looking for therapy or coaching? Let’s create the shifts you need.
âś” Need a dynamic speaker? I bring insights that move people to action.
✔ Want to dive into my books, podcast, or training? You’re in the right place.
Let’s start the conversation!
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Hanna Nowicki
Managing Director / Owner
TATRA Training Services, Australia
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Mitch has worked with TATRA Training Services over the years and he delivered a series of professional workshops across Australia; all very successful and well attended national highly educational speaking tours. He demonstrated great presentation skills, attention to detail, depth of knowledge, enthusiasm and high level of competency as a trainer. His presentation style is highly impressive: he is not only knowledgeable but also funny and beautifully intelligent which unsurprisingly results in great feedback from the attendees. A hard worker and a true professional, he is witty, a high energy presenter and a great tireless traveler. If you have a chance, attend his workshops. I recommend his workshops to all, with no hesitation. Mitch is a world-class presenter; his workshops are truly inspirational and it is always a pleasure to work with him.
Participant Comments
"Highly engaging material and presentation manner. It enabled me to reflect on my own processes with clients."
" . . . an engaging and effective presenter. An enjoyable and educational day . . ."
"The combination of media/group work and direct therapy role-play kept me interested."
"I found this training extremely interesting and valuable. Very relevant to my workplace."
"Really enjoyed the session. A fresh approach to complex clients that is not just about getting control -- but about compassion."
"Excellent workshop! I have been given a lot to take away and think about."
Publications by Dr Abblett
The Unwinding Anxiety Card Deck: 60 Science-Based Strategies to Break Cycles of Worry and Fear Cards.
The Heat of the Moment in Treatment
Mindful Management of Difficult Clients.
The Challenging Child Toolbox
Helping Your Angry Teen
Momentology: Mitch's Psychology Today Blog
The Momentologist Podcast
Join me for engaging, accessible conversation with thought leaders, authors, researchers and change makers. The Momentologist podcast is for professionals, parents and anyone interested in missing less and accessing more in work and personal moments. Instead of moments merely happening to you, learn the skills to help you study and fully engage situations.
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