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.
I am passionate about helping individuals see and value the good in themselves. Oftentimes our minds can fool us into believing that we are not worthy, not enough, or unloveable. These are generalized falsehoods that are usually rooted in trauma. I work to create a safe space for you to begin to confront such negative core beliefs - to stare them down - in order to begin to challenge, dismantle...
The therapy environment is a safe space. Emotional, physical and psychological safety is critical when working to overcome trauma, work through anxiety and build resilience. My role is to provide a trusting therapeutic environment where you feel comfortable and empowered to create lasting and meaningful change. Dr. Christina Baker is a licensed behavioral health therapist in the state of Ohio,...
I provide in person counseling services in Brandon, Fl at my Lithia-Pinecrest office. I offer Telehealth sessions for anyone residing in the state of FL. I am very comfortable collaborating with clients of any ethnic, culture, creed, religious or non- religious, sexual orientation/identity background. I have over 20 years experience. Please feel free to contact me at: BrandonMentalHealth.com My...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and overtaken by thoughts of uncontrollable self doubt? Do you seem directionless or like you are just going through the motions? What if you could come to a place of authenticity and clarity? A place where you could feel more supported, understood, and in control? Even the strongest individuals can feel stuck navigating the expectations and demands of li...
I believe we are all doing our best, but sometimes we can feel stuck, whether it’s in our relationships, jobs, or general way of thinking. I work collaboratively with you to rewrite your story and move forward in a meaningful way. I specialize in working with you to address anxiety, stress, depression, low self-worth, trauma and their impact on your life. The techniques I use include Cognitive...
For a long time I thought about what it would be like to feel differently, to understand why I am the way I am, to be able to change. Regular personal psychotherapy transformed my life. I became aware of how my family influenced how I felt and what I believed about myself. I understood the role I played within my family and how I unconsciously acted to get my needs met. As I processed through...
Do you have questions about your spiritual life or journey of faith? Have you experienced religious abuse and need to work with someone who "gets it?" Maybe you want to talk to someone who is also on a spiritual path and has special training in ways to help you develop greater awareness and deeper connection with the reality we call God, Higher Power or True Self. Most importantly, you need...
Life has many dilemmas, but at the same time, we have the strength to thrive, when supported through an engaging, therapeutic relationship. Through collaboration and insight, I will help you develop new skills and meaningful and lasting changes to achieve your dreams and aspirations. Specialties include depression and anxiety, relationship/family conflict, suicidal thoughts and self-harm, traum...
Dr. Allan Coursol is a Licensed Psychologist who provides a comprehensive set of services designed to meet the needs of individuals with a variety mental health concerns. His area of expertise include working with children, adolescents, adults and their families to provide individual, family, marital and group psychotherapy across the lifespan. Additional services include...
Relationships are meant to be a source of strength in our lives. Yet many times, relationships tend to be our greatest source of stress and pain. Whether it is your relationship with your children, co-workers, friends, your parents or your significant other that is causing you the most pain, healing begins with you. The pain we experience in our relationships shows us the places in us that stil...
***No current openings*** Are you facing changes and feeling overwhelmed and unable to make decisions? Are difficult emotions interfering in your personal or professional life? Would you would like to develop a more flexible response to challenging people and situations? Are you beginning to recognize unhelpful or destructive repetitive patterns that are interfering in your life? Would you like...
I am here to tell you, you are not crazy, even if your mind may be telling you that you are. It is probable that these thoughts are connected to trauma—a way to make sense out of how uncomfortable you feel in your own body. Trauma can impact our health, body, emotions, relationships, perception of self and reality. Somatic Therapy may support you finding some relief in being you. Let's begin to...
Quite often people are reluctant to admit to having problems. Life is difficult when your problems are long lasting and impair your ability to function adequately in the world ie at work, school or in the home. Life is difficult when you can't seem to maintain satisfying, safe relationships w/others. You may feel that there's something wrong with you or that you just aren't ever going to be abl...
I believe that therapy can be a beautiful experience where client and practitioner walk side by side to explore and discuss how life’s issues affect you personally, professionally, in your relationships, and your view of the world. The client/therapist relationship is extremely important, and I strive to create a safe, welcoming space where clients can feel at ease and empowered to speak their...
