Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
( English | español ) Fior is a bilingual licensed clinical social worker with more than 40 years experience in the health care field and over 20 yrs providing psychotherapy. She has extensive experience providing treatment to individuals with anxiety and depression and is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Hypnotherapy. Fior has also developed an integrative approach to healing by...
CANVAS HEALTH IS CELEBRATING 50 YEARS of bringing hope, healing, and recovery to the lives of people we serve. We achieve this by helping children, adolescents, adults, and families who struggle with mental illness and substance use disorders. Our clinic in Bloomington has a special focus on caring for the mental health of children, adolescents, and families. Our services and programs: 1) Early...
For over 20 years, Dr. Stephen Purcell has been helping adults, adolescents, couples and families improve their relationships; cope with stress, anxiety and depression; work through trauma, grief, and loss; overcome addictions; and navigate major life transitions like divorce and career change. Whether you are currently facing a crisis or simply want to improve the way you function in everyday...
I believe healing happens within the context of relationships-our relationship with God, ourselves, and others. As therapists we have the privilege of facilitating and bearing witness to change in people's lives impacted through the therapeutic relationship. I help people improve their relationships with themselves and others. My areas of practice include the treatment of Anxiety Disorders,...
These are very unique times indeed, and meeting with a therapist has never been a better idea. I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance and am accepting new clients. I believe that authenticity, empathy, and mutual respect are essential elements of a therapeutic relationship. I utilize the most current evidence-based approaches to help you achieve your goals. A few areas of my clinical experti...
Being your True Self with honor and dignity can be challenging with the stresses of society. I have a compassionate listening presence and will help you to identify your specific goals in treatment. I assess and treat individuals of all ages including children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in conditions of anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, anger management, substance use, and ma...
Understand the world u "know" was created by imperfect people w/ideas they had 2 feel safe, loved & happy. Right, wrong or otherwise, no 1 is perfect & each person has the same right 2 decide & create their own reality. Like those who came b4 u, discover what ur unique needs are 2 feel safe, loved & happy. Have a safe place to gain knowledge, understanding, & skills, like armor, 2b empowered &...
For many people, psychotherapy is a powerful resource for growth. Our emotions can be complicated and may feel confusing or even overwhelming when trying to tackle them alone. I am an experienced Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in private practice in Falls Church and Fairfax, Virginia. I create a safe, non-pathologizing, trusting environment for you to examine the feelings you ten...
Relationships are complicated, parenting is hard and life is messy. Understanding these truths has given me the desire to help people who are struggling. No matter how overwhelming or insignificant you think the problem is, developing a counseling relationship can be beneficial. I will journey with you as you develop goals, coping strategies and communication skills. I honor that families are...
In my approach, I work in partnership with teenagers and adolescents to help them reach the goals they have set for themselves. Often, this work includes healing from past negative experiences and traumas, support during developmental milestones and issues connected “stage of life” challenges. I have deep confidence in a person’s inherent knowledge of self, resilience and ability to heal and gr...
I have a safe compassionate healing environment with you in mind. With 18 years experience, I provide a sacred place to privately and confidentially explore whatever you may need to. I will help you overcome the bonds that hold you back from your goals and from fully enjoying life. I believe in an inherently miraculous and powerful inner self. With cutting edge counseling services that keep you...
Way to go! You took that first step in just looking here! Now let's partner in your journey to gain clarity facing the struggles of stress, illness, emotional/behavioral issues, addiction, relationships, trauma, life change, or everyday life. When you are ready to begin the journey towards balance you will be greeted by a non-judgmental and holistic/integrated approach to help you move forward ...
I have 10 years' clinical experience providing individual and couples therapy to adults. Every step we take has its mirror in the brain; in therapy you have a chance to re-write important parts of your story and support to move in new directions. I have extensive experience as a generalist mental health provider, working with anxiety, depression, major life changes, and relationship struggles. ...
Do your emotions sometimes feel “bigger” than you expected? Is your inner critic sometimes the loudest voice in your head? Does perfectionism make completing tasks painful and complicated? Are stuck beliefs causing you to repeat patterns that you desperately want to stop, but you don’t know how? I can support you in unpacking these difficult questions and more, as we get to the root causes and...
