What is Compassion Focused Therapy?

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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

My ideal client is someone who has difficulty making sense of their emotions but has a willingness to learn about them. I love working with people during the "transitional" phases (ie. going to high school, college, getting married, losing a loved one, having a baby, etc.). I fancy helping others "make meaning" of their lives in transition. I also enjoy working with people who have experienced...

Racquel Merritt

Raleigh

North Carolina

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I am deeply committed to removing barriers and creating achievable paths to healing. I bring humor, heart, directness, authenticity and 20 years working with children, teenagers, families and adults using a solution focused, mindful and client centered approach. My ideal clients are families, teenagers, children and parents; women wanting to discover empowerment and healthy relationships with...

Elizabeth Young

Des Moines

Iowa

I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapy who enjoys working clients 15 and older. My passion is working with both individuals and couples and helping them navigate life graciously and with self compassion. I view the therapeutic relationship to be compassion filled and client-centered, meeting the client where they are at. I believe in utilizing a strength-based, holistic approach in working...
I believe in an individualized, collaborative, and an empowered approach to treatment. Therapy is your time to focus on your thoughts, behaviors, your very important self needs, and your goals in a caring and non-judgmental environment. Additional areas of exploration are health and wellness, including managing any potential medical needs, such as a particular medical issue, stress, sleep,...

Vanessa Soleil

Raleigh

North Carolina

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA) who works with adults seeking holistic healing and wellness. My goal is to provide a warm, culturally-aware and collaborative environment to support clients in their journey of self-discovery, growth, and wholeness. I enjoy working with members of the LGBQ+, trans, poly communities and specialize in relationship and...
Christine completed her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and then her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Webster University. She has 12 years of community services and counseling experience across a variety of treatment settings to include; dual diagnosis, mental health, substance use and forensic residential treatment, detoxificatio...
Tiffany believes therapy is not a one size fits all and that different approaches or modalities may work for a client or situation and not another. Her therapeutic interests include trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, personality disorders, relationships, Narcissistic Personality Abuse Awareness. She has a passion for helping others discover issues related to self worth,...

Kensie Cleavenger

Spokane

Washington

I am a client-centered, strengths-based therapist who brings sincerity and compassion to the process. My professional background includes working with children, adolescents and families from different cultures, races, and socioeconomic. I gained clinical experience working in Spokane Public Schools, where I developed my passion for working with children and adolescents. I've discovered working...

Anna Hinz

Spokane

Washington

I approach all clients from a person-centered perspective and believe that every individual is unique and valuable. I choose to use an integrative approach where I enlist elements of CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Art therapy, Play therapy and Sand tray. I have worked with adults, children, and adolescents in both individual and family settings. I love working with people from all...
An integrative holistic therapist and life coach, I work from a humanistic-existential-spiritual perspective. Integrative mental health care makes use of all scientifically proven alternative methods in combination with conventional therapies to support healing and maintain optimal health. Interactions of mind and body are understood as central to the healing process and whole health. The focus...
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Ayesha Johal

Oakland

California

I enjoy helping people make progress in their lives. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to speak freely about themselves and I use an individualized approach to better understand their own unique difficulties. I use a relational approach to help clients better understand their own motivations and choices. I provide short-term and long-term therapy to children, adolescents, and adults...
As a Social worker, Katie has over 15 years of experience in addictions, trauma, homelessness, mentoring and other mental health concerns. Katie is a survivor and has a passion working with individuals of all gender and sexual identities who are current and former sex industry workers, including victims and survivors of human trafficking. Her specialty is working with teens and adults with...
*Not accepting new patients right now.* I believe there are a lot of pressures in today's world, especially for preteens, teens, and young adults. This can cause many stressors and an imbalance in one's life. I strive to help clients find balance in their lives by providing support, overcoming chronic anxiety, depression, and trauma. It is important to build and have a safe professional...