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.
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- I am a client centered therapist that aims to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you feel seen and heard. I focus on addressing feelings of depression, anxiety, life transitions, grief and relationship and family issues. I aim to empower you to discover you...
As an adult there comes a time when emotions can defy logic and we exceed our ability to reason through and remedy how we are feeling on our own. Similarly, there are times when even the most supportive parent can reach an impasse and need additional support for their child; especially when children are engaging in difficult, overwhelming and even triggering behaviors. I specialize in accompany...
I consider the therapeutic relationship as being a partnership developed with my clients. My primary theoretical orientation is "person in environment" or systems theory. It is a client-centered approach that utilizes a bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective or holistic approach to explore and transform problematic behaviors, unresolved issues and challenging life transitions. My approach to...
Hi, I’m Michelle Villa! I work with Anxiety and Panic disorder. I am currently taking new clients. I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist, but you may also think of me as a self care motivator or a mindfulness coach. I received my masters degree from Chapman University in 2010 and since then I have worked with many different populations. I have also completed a RYT-200hr yoga teacher...
My goal is to provide you with a safe and comfortable space where together we can cultivate a path toward greater fulfillment. I will honor your individuality and capitalize on what is already working for you, so you can utilize this as your foundation for building greater insight and more effective skills. My style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I consider it an honor to sit with m...
I have served in a variety of roles, working with diverse populations including: refugees, families, children, clients experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, and in prenatal/postnatal care. My therapeutic philosophy is person-centered and goal oriented. As a client of mine, you will hold the most important role. I use a cognitive therapy base and often incorporate mindfulnes...
While past events and circumstances can contribute to who we are, they should not define who we are. I have a strong and diverse background in serving several populations in all age ranges with a primary focus on families, teens, and children. Through my own life events and working with clients, I have come to value self-compassion and self-love. One of my main goals with every client is for...
Having a special-needs child is so hard. It's devastating to learn your child has a disability. You want to meet your child's needs without falling apart. Of course it's hard, you have many complex and demanding roles: Parent, teacher, advocate, therapist. You need to balance your own mental health needs in order to meet these demands. You need an unbiased clinical opinion about what your speci...
I love working with professionals, students, and academics who, despite their intellectual prowess, are encountering difficulties in emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and existential issues. Because of my IT background, I especially like working with gamers, programmers, and introverts. Whether it is setting up a personal SLA for how you want to interact in relationships, apply...
I wholeheartedly believe that everybody needs somebody in their lives that makes them feel less alone. I strive to create a warm, supportive and safe atmosphere throughout the process of building our therapeutic relationship. My aspiration is to encourage necessary risk taking throughout the therapy process, nurture genuine vulnerability and walk with clients towards experiencing what it feels...
COVID 19 Update - We are all worried and struggling to find a sense of balance and normalcy during this COVID 19 pandemic. This is a perfect time to make use of your support systems. I am offering Executive Function Support Coaching, Parenting Support to everyone, and therapy or coaching for those who live in MA, NH, and ME on a sliding scale. The first introductory session is FREE. I look forw...
Deciding to seek therapy can seem overwhelming and yet could be the most important decision you make for yourself and your loved ones. Facing our fears and recognizing we need help facing life’s challenges is the first step in healing our wounded self or our dysfunctional family interactions. I see this desire to change or get to the root of our difficulties as a sign of mental health, not as...
Healthy relationships begin with you. When you have a full plate you may feel irritable and exhausted and that you and your relationships need some TLC. You may feel resentful and/or angry and you may not know why or you may be unclear about what to do about it. You may be listening and living your life according to your inner critic, which can lead to low self-esteem, loneliness, and never...
Hello and welcome. Seeking therapy is a brave first step. Let me tell you a little about myself and my practice. I am dually licensed in both addiction and mental health. I have 11 years of experience working with individuals who are experiencing issues in their lives that are a result of: alcohol, drugs, and other compulsive behavior, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem and...
Kari believes life should feel full and beautiful. Don't we all want this? Most of us have times like this. Most of us have times when "life happens" and what was full and beautiful is overshadowed. Some of us feel stuck in the grey, unable to find the way out on our own. Whether anxiety, grief, depression, confusion or other feelings cloud your days, Kari offers you compassionate insightful...
