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.
Thank you for inquiring about my services and treatment specialties. I have successfully assisted many individuals, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek to professional therapeutic counseling services. Relationships are difficult at times and this issue can be compounded by mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as many other idiosyncrasies of relating to our...
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer individual, family, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides low-cost and at times no-cost mental health and holist...
I help women breakthrough depression, anxiety, and the transition to motherhood. Are you feeling lost, worried, and not quite like yourself? Have you been feeling lost or saddened by the changes in your life & relationship since motherhood? I specialize in helping women design a life of joy, peace, & balance so they can rediscover themselves, let go of depression & anxiety, and cultivate deep...
For the past 12 years I have worked with adults, children, teens, couples, and families. Most of my work at this time revolves around individual adults....
Greetings, thank you for stopping by my page. I am offering teletherapy through video and/or phone to all who want to be seen during this time. I specialize in treating anxiety-related disorders. To address anxiety, I use Compassionate Mind Training or CMT. CMT focuses on retraining our minds to be flexible. This flexibility is learned through various mindfulness exercises and is designed to gu...
In this time of uncertainty, it is good to know there is help available. Anxiety, Stress, & Depression; Substance Use & Addictions; Sexuality-related struggles: each of these can be incredibly difficult to cope with and can cause us to feel hopeless. Thankfully, there is help available and there IS hope that things can change. Please, call or email me today. My only goal is to help you find you...
( English | español ) I work well with individuals who are seeking to learn more holistic ways to address their emotional and relational challenges whether they be family of origin issues, trauma, the challenges of parenting a child with special needs, chronic illness, anxiety, or depression. My general frame work is that you cannot separate the body from the mind nor can you separate a person...
Life can be overwhelming and filled with stressful situations that can leave a person feeling lonely and confused. Especially when there are losses in life whether it's with a relationship, career, health, family member, or spouse. I provide a warm, professional environment that will assist clients in turning their challenges into positive changes by collaboratively working toward an individual...
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*Finding a therapist who makes you feel comfortable and valued is one of the most important parts of successful therapy work. My clients describe me as sincere, caring, and helpful. In session, I am an active and responsive listener ready to provide support and assist with problem-solving, healing, and working to make changes. I practice individual therapy wi...
I love helping with the messyness in life that challenges us existentially, the experiences that cause us to pause, and perhaps even rewrite our life story. Are your "issues" related to your relationship with you? Are you struggling to accept yourself and your past experiences? Are you having difficulty with accomplishing your goals? Would you like more fulfilling relationships? Are you ready t...
I’m not beating around the bush here: things are pretty messed up right now. And when it feels like the world is on fire, of course you’re going to be freaking out. Maybe your life seemed fine until recently, and maybe you’ve been struggling longer than you can remember. Either way, I’m here to help. I work with all ages, genders, sexualities, racial backgrounds, cultures, and subcultures. From...
( English | español ) Welcome! My practice focuses on Women's Mental Wellness. Are you are adjusting to a life transition such as graduation from college, motherhood, divorce, widowhood, an empty nest or caring for elderly parents? Are you experiencing a situation that's left you feeling a sense of loss, overwhelmed, anxious, or unfulfilled? If you've answered "yes", please know that you are no...
During my career, I've worked with many diverse individuals, couples, and families to find healing and restoration from a variety of complicated and often very messy problems. I offer a unique measure of acceptance, support, and assistance for my clients. Besides my experience and training, I've personally struggled with difficult life issues myself. I know healing is possible and I am committe...
Depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling emotionally stuck. I provide a safe, warm, welcoming environment to help you heal and move towards a move peaceful and fulfilling life. We will work together to unravel the past and to develop skills and strategies to have successful and emotionally satisfying relationships with yourself and others. You can expect an honest, respectful, and...
Life is full of challenges, but they don't have to put you on the sidelines. Instead, conflict can be an opportunity to better understand yourself and your direction. I believe that each of us have the answers we need, and I can help you access your intrinsic wisdom. No matter what you are going through, I will serve as a guide to you in your journey of growth. I will help you maximize your...
