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

“Accepting new clients for virtual appointments.” People are going through difficult times now, no matter what their situation is. One of the hardest things to do is to seek help from another person, let alone, a stranger. To many people, reaching out seems weak because we “should” be able to handle problems independently. I challenge this notion. Because it is difficult to seek help, one is...
I am a clinical social worker and therapist licensed in the state of Washington. In my practice, I see children, adolescents and adults of all ages who may be experiencing difficulties within themselves or in their relationships with others or may be seeking a journey or self-growth and change. My style is based on the belief that in order to best assist my clients in reaching their goals durin...

Kari Draeger

Tulsa

Oklahoma

Hello! I am Kari Draeger MS, LPC, NCC. I love to work with children and teens in helping them to become more successful, and gain confidence. I believe it is important to help children and teens to be able to talk about tough emotions and feelings in a safe, empowering environment. I work with children 10 years old and older. I have over 14 years of experience working with children and parents....

Sara Lewis

Boulder

Colorado

Dr. Sara Lewis is Associate Professor and co-chair of Contemplative Psychotherapy and Buddhist Psychology at Naropa University. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families in my private practice, Spacious Minds Psychotherapy, located at the Boulder Healing Hub. As a contemplative psychotherapist I see the inherent goodness and wakefulness in every aspect of being alive. I help my clients...
I approach clients with a collaborative, strengths-based focus and direct style informed by my training and experience working with individuals and families in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I help people identify stuck patterns and appreciate areas of personal resilience. We will work together to find insight, new learning and successful strategies to help you move in your desir...

Jill McDevitt

San Diego

California

I help people shake the sexual shame and baggage they’ve been carrying around since childhood and find sexual happiness! Liberating sexuality from the shadows is my life’s passion. I believe that you’re amazing, and rather than trying to “fix” you, we can help you outgrow your sexuality pains and struggles. I believe free expression of sexuality is a vital part of being human, and I believe you...
I have tremendous respect for individuals who desire to face what is not working personally, professionally, socially, or in finding meaning and purpose in the universe. Whether you are struggling with emotional-mental stress and confusion, relationship, work, or family issues, or anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction, I offer a trustworthy place to create a better life. I will collaborate...
My specialties: trauma, anxiety, depression. 18 yrs experience: counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. I do supportive listening, accepting, understanding and compassionate counseling to help problem solve together and cope to focus on healing. Kinds of therapy I do: CBT, DBT, REBT, Art therapy, Play therapy, Person centered therapy and Christian counseling. Experience: counseled...
*Video Trauma Therapy* Difficult & painful life experiences often leave us feeling like something in our life just isn't right. Sometimes it's not even clear what's off, but something seems missing, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, or disengaged. I work with those who are navigating challenges in their lives & who are searching for a path of healing, connection, & rediscovery. Together we'll...
Cristi Habermann MA LPCMH LAC Counseling Services is not accepting new clients at this time. Therapy is a collaborative process. In partnership, we will determine the best path to meet your goals. Practicing what you learn in the session during the week is the best way to learn new skills. I use a combination of techniques to teach my clients new skills. Some of the therapies I use to promote t...
I am currently accepting new clients and have limited weekend availability. Due to COVID, I provide Online Counseling or Teletherapy. I offer individual therapy to adults and specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem issues, grief/loss, identity concerns, life transition concerns, relationship concerns and women's issues. I utilize a strength-based...
"Does this support the life I am trying to create?" is a question I ask myself daily. It is important to me that our therapeutic relationship fosters a safe, accepting, and collaborative space by exploring resilience, strengths, and informed curiosity. I strive to facilitate self-empowerment and self-efficacy through adaptive coping/behavioral skills, strengthening cognitive insight, while...
*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I am a clinical social worker and registered yoga teacher who empowers people using the guiding principles of empathy, curiosity, cultural humility, and collaboration. I take an integrative and psychobiological approach and work to understand how the intersection of your unique experiences impact you today. I remain committed to working with people as they...
As a therapist, my goal in therapy is to help you identify changes you want to make and create a path together to make those changes that lead you to “out-grow” therapy. I am solution focused, utilizing action-oriented therapies, with over 30 years of clinical experience treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addictions. I have extensive experience working in outpatient and inpatient...