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.
Allison Sheade is a feminist psychodynamic, relational, trauma-focused LCPC in Chicago. Her style is warm, empathic, collaborative, and direct. Allison has an active style, and clients enjoy knowing that she will offer insights, interpretations, and feedback that are effective, helpful, and supportive. Allison has worked in community mental health, at the Women's Center at Northwestern Universi...
My 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist in New Orleans, along with my own life experience, has provided me with a solid knowledge base and depth which I bring to my work with young adults and adults. I seek to develop a safe and trusting relationship with each client which I believe is the foundation needed to bring about healing and change. I treat a variety of issues such as : anxiety,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, life transitions, relationships struggles, fertility/infertility issues, postpartum mood disorders, and general women's issues. My approach to therapy is collaborative and strongly relational, as I believe that a solid therapeutic relationship ...
Great job taking the first step towards healing! Managing life's stressors may seem like an impossible task, but you are not alone. I work with a team of therapists and prescribers that welcome the opportunity to support you through whatever challenges you are experiencing. We work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, moo...
I offer gentle, attuned, non-judgmental care for adults and adolescents impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, emotional reactivity, self-criticism, relational difficulties and addictive habits. My steady intention is to create a trustworthy, collaborative relationship that honors your truth and your natural capacity to heal. With an attitude of curiosity and kindness, we can open to a...
I believe that you are beautiful and worthy, and that your life can reflect great love and joy. I understand how far-fetched that belief can seem if you are suffering. If you secretly wish you didn't exist, hate parts of yourself, are grappling with depression, anxiety, or trauma, or if your relationships are hurtful, it can feel over time that the problem is *you*. You may be convinced that...
If you're looking for extra support through the pandemic; a challenging situation or just need a safe place to share pent up feelings, I look forward to partnering with you to achieve your goals. For more than 22 years, my therapeutic approach has been strengths based, holistic, non judgmental and straight forward. I provide practical talk therapy, integrating various methodologies and techniqu...
Renaissance Wellness Services, LLC is the premier mental health and substance abuse provider located in Chatham and Orange counties that focuses on the holistic well-being of school aged children, pre-teens, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Our team of therapists have extensive experience helping people identify and overcome a myriad of presenting concerns. When you meet with one of o...
*I AM CURRENTLY FULL AND UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME.* I am a Licensed Therapist (serving PA, NJ & CA) who specializes in providing therapy to individuals struggling with OCD, anxiety, and/or depression. I am an extremely empathetic, caring and nurturing clinician. I pride myself on being warm, personable and non-judgmental. I am a good listener and provide strong knowledge based on...
Have you tried traditional "talk" therapy and find that insight alone is not enough to move you towards healing? Are you interested in the intersection of body, mind, soul? I believe that change can not come from the shifting thoughts alone. In fact, to make long-term changes, we must include the body. Research shows that the body illustrates our relational beliefs and is a key aspect in healin...
"When we are caught in our mind we cannot feel our own beingness" I am dedicated to working with individuals, families and young adults who are experiencing a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. Through client-centered sessions I offer a practice that deeply focuses on a myriad of issues including, anxiety, PTSD, depression, trauma, challenges with transitions in life stages, as well as...
Life calls to us through circumstances, symptoms, intuitions, hopes, and dreams - there is great power in acknowledging these cues. Our challenges are opportunities for even deeper healing and fulfillment. I work in modalities that listen for what is asking to heal and which believe in your ability to do so. Anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, purpose, and meaning are just a few things it can help...
I enjoy working with individuals in managing life challenges by identifying and building upon strengths, in order to gain a greater sense of self and develop confidence. As a clinical therapist and a yoga teacher, I am passionate in maintaining awareness of the MindBody connection. My goal is to provide a warm, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment to allow clients to feel safe and supported....
The individuals I work with may be struggling with mental health symptoms, substance use, or trauma and need support in developing strategies that will help them navigate through life more effectively. They want things to change (most of the time) and often need an ally to help them explore alternative ways of coping. I work with individuals to develop skills to reach their goals by utilizing a...
( English | español ) Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges? Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or presen...
