
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.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using CFT

Counseling is a personal journey that is goal-directed and designed to empower you for change. Our counseling practice is dedicated to promoting mental, emotional, and physical health. We believe that as human beings we already have everything we need to flourish. The dilemma is that life happens. Life inevitably introduces various degrees of harm and tragedy into our stories, which often evoke...

I'm excited to join you on the journey to a more positive future. Everyone has the power to overcome adversity and be their best self. I approach therapy as a mentor to guide those struggling to find their path. Successful therapy is different for everyone. I individualize therapy for your unique personality and special challenges. I will teach you tools to better prepare for the daily challeng...

Lisa Reyna
Houston
Texas
Welcome. Being here means you’ve taken the first step at creating a stronger, healthier, happier you. You are ready to develop your authentic, empowered self, and in so, find your truth, your center. If you've struggled with feeling stuck, hurt, insecure, lost, or even hopeless in the past, know there is an alternative. There is a version of your life where you feel centered, grounded, connecte...

Jayson L. Mystkowski
Los Angeles
California
Dr. Mystkowski (he/his/him) practices within a cognitive-behavioral framework, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy, specializing in the treatment of adults with anxiety and mood disorders, relational problems, and phase of life transitions. In addition, he has training in the psychological treatment of Irritable Bowel...

Debbie Wilkinson, LPC, MS, MDiv, MA – Therapist
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Feeling sad, anxious, worried, more than just a couple of weeks? Experiencing racing thoughts, low energy, lack of enjoyment in life? Caught up in troubled relationships or wondering "what is the point of it all?" If you are feeling discouraged, irritable, overwhelmed, or need the opportunity to sort things out, therapeutic counseling may help. Nurture yourself by investing dedicated time to...

Are you stressed out by your circumstances. You are not alone as an EMDR Christian Therapist I'll help you in your journey to make sense of the confusion, hurt, and pain in your life. I specialize in those struggling with trauma, substance abuse, dual diagnosis, anger, anxiety and depression. I provide Individual therapy for adults & teens. Couples and Family therapy to build open communication...

Kandi Collier
Albuquerque
New Mexico
NOTE: Due to COVID-19 I am offering video sessions only. I work with my clients to understand their concerns holistically and to help clients and families find solutions that will improve their lives. I have experience with adults and teens going through life transitions, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, grief, job transitions, divorce, pet bereavement and managing chronic pain. I utili...

William Don Jefferson
Orlando
Florida
I work collaboratively with my clients and assist them in resolving internal struggles, which also aids in enhancing their interpersonal relationships. I believe that it is important for clients to learn how to be compassionate with themselves in order to live fully in this incredibly complicated world. I earned a master's degree in Social Work from Aurora University and completed a two-year...

Bull City Counseling, PLLC
Durham
North Carolina
Discover What's Possible! Bull City Counseling stands out in our community by providing caring, competent, and compassionate support to our clients in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Let us help you find a way to connect with peace and hope, explore your concerns; gain independence and live your life on your terms. We welcome clients of all ages, genders, and sexual orientation. We are...

Welcome to my practice! My treatments focus on helping you adjust to any traumatic event that keeps you from functioning at your best each day. I use evidence-based treatments that are emotionally focused and client-centered. I am trained and experienced in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, talk therapy and virtual imagery. My...

Healing unfolds when you begin to truly connect with yourself and with others. I am here to facilitate this process by first connecting with you and developing a relationship filled with trust and respect. We all have parts of us - emotions, thoughts, memories - that we push away. This often leads to problems including emotional and physical discomfort. Our work together is to safely and gently...

Kerry L Powers
Portland
Oregon
I am profoundly blessed to do work that I love. I strive to deeply witness, understand and hold space for you in your moments of pain and uncertainty. In times of hardship we must be compassionate with ourselves and our process. We all have uniquely rich and complex stories that shape our own meaning and understanding of ourselves and our world. I provide a safe, encouraging and non-judgmental...

Moeller and Associates was founded in 1995. All clinicians have a Masters Degree or PhD in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling along with designated State Licensure and/or Certifications. This team offers expertise in mood disorders, anxiety disorders substance abuse, relationship/marital issues, grief counseling, and workplace issues. Populations served are for children, adolescents, and...

I aim to gain an understanding and empathic sense of my patients' issues and help them transcend their difficulties to make positive changes. Restructuring nonfunctional thoughts into adaptive ones is just one way in which I partner with patients to promote change that will help them find improved meaning in life. When we can't change life circumstances, we can cope by finding resiliency. For 2...

I do not believe that therapy is one-size-fits all. For this reason, I take the time to understand what each of my client's personal needs & goals may be. Whether you are looking for supportive therapy to help you through a complicated life transition like divorce, a new diagnosis, or loss of a loved one. Or, you are needing a more structured cognitive-behavioral therapy for concrete strategies...