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
I have enjoyed working for various mental health agencies and have extensive experience in several areas of counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I have worked with individuals, couples, families and groups. I am a mother of seven, including a son on the autism spectrum. My personal life experiences, in addition to my education and work history, help me to empower individuals t...
You have spent years now wishing that things would be different. Your hope that things would get better once you were done school, the kids were older, you/they got the job, but nothing feels different. You are stuck in cycle, that during it's peak shakes you to your core and makes you question everything. When things feel calmer, you are holding your breath waiting for it to start again. You w...
Christina Coons
Los Angeles
California
Christina Coons
Los Angeles
California
Ego says, "once everything falls into place, I'll find peace". Spirit says, "find peace and everything will fall into place." Welcome, and congratulations on taking this step toward healing, self care, and wellness! My name is Christina. My preferred pronouns are 'she, her'. I currently live and work in Southern California, but I am a New York native. I am licensed to practice in both states,...
Alyssa Walden
Nashville
Tennessee
Alyssa Walden
Nashville
Tennessee
I am passionate about seeing lives and relationships restored. I recognize the courage it takes to come to therapy and believe that transformation happens in the context of relationships when people feel heard and understood. My hope is to invite clients into a safe space where we have the opportunity to honestly confront painful and uncomfortable issues. I have worked with a diverse range of...
My ideal client is someone who is interested in helping themselves and creating change in their life. At Expressive Therapies, we work with the creative arts (music and art therapies) along with mental health counseling to provide a holistic approach unique to each individual. Sara is also a qualified gambling treatment provider, for gambler and their loved ones. Art therapy and/or music therap...
As a therapist, I aim to instill hope that change is possible. I assist each child, family, adult and couple to make change happen. This is done by creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families feel comfortable talking about their concerns openly and freely. From my past work with adults and my 20+ years at Nationwide Children's Hospital, I utilize a solution-focused...
I treat children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of techniques individualized to uniquely accommodate each client. I am very comfortable helping clients of all ages who struggle with anxiety, body image issues, depression, and low self-esteem. I especially enjoy working with couples as they experience difficult transitions in their relationship. I incorporate art, play, and sand tray...
Neha Pancholi Patel
Washington
District of Columbia
Neha Pancholi Patel
Washington
District of Columbia
Dr. Patel specializes in treating eating disorders and OCD. She also treats adolescent behavioral issues, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, low self-esteem, and self-injury. Dr. Patel is specialized in working with adolescents to decrease their maladaptive behaviors, learn and implement adaptive coping skills and increase positive interactions between the adolescent and...
Gracie M. Mullins
Nashville
Tennessee
Gracie M. Mullins
Nashville
Tennessee
Wholeness and goodness is far more beautiful than perfection. Wholeness includes all of your emotions, anxieties, triumphs and trials, broken relationships, your past and your hopes for the future. Together we will seek progress, not perfection. My hope is to walk alongside clients as they make the step to create a healthier self; I recognize the courage it takes to come to therapy and I want t...
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I earned my bachelor's degree in History from Taylor University; a Master's degree in Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education from Ball State University; and a Master's degree in Social Work from Grand Valley State University. I have over 25 years of experience working in counseling, training, higher education, non-profit administration, and...
Austin Seeley
Boston
Massachusetts
Austin Seeley
Boston
Massachusetts
*I am not able to see new clients at this time and my waitlist is full* Having a fresh perspective can make a big difference when we are going through a difficult time. My clients often need support in multiple life areas and have complex needs. I offer a compassionate, honest and gentle approach to people looking for individual therapy and support. My experience is primarily related to working...
Life can be beautiful and it can also be stressful. Whether it's our careers, families, day to day activities, or unexpected events, sometimes we become so busy dealing with all that life has thrown at us we no longer have the energy to give our relationships the attention they deserve. It's during these difficult times, often when we need support the most, we realize our relationships may not ...
Get your Mental Health Booster Shot Today! Limited time offer $70.00 per session with limited spots available. Saturday appointments available. As a therapist,I help you to take control over your life by exploring emotions, redefinig your thoughts/behaviors, and developing positive coping skills. By overcoming emotional reactivity, you'll be able to thrive in a highly stressful environment. In...
Are you a young adult woman experiencing anxiety, worry, stress, negative self-talk, or low self-esteem? Negative thoughts, comparisons, and self-doubt are occupying your mind. You often try to please others, but what about you and your needs? You're feeling tired, overwhelmed, and maybe even burnt out from life (not to mention the pandemic). And it sucks to feel this way, but the good news is:...