
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

We all have life stressors but also have the inner strength to overcome life’s difficulties. The focus of my practice is to partner and tap into your strength, to empower you by providing the necessary tools and coping skills to help you build resilience and facilitate positive change. My style is warm, gentle, and encouraging. I am compassionate and non-judgmental. I have over 10 years of...

People enter therapy for many reasons, from anxiety, stress, or depression to trauma and bereavement. Our individual therapy is designed to help individuals solve problems, set and achieve goals and heal from past trauma, addiction, and other issues. It can be difficult to understand how our personal struggles affect our families – and how our families affect us. Family therapy can help repair ...

Marci Brewer
Denver
Colorado
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience, I fully appreciate the importance of finding the right match with a therapist who can offer a compassionate and professional approach to navigating life's challenges. I embrace what may be very painful difficulties as opportunities for positive growth and problem solving, while holding sacred the courage and curiousity it takes...

We all face challenges and experiences, and need help navigating the ups and downs of life. I have helped many through serious events after a cancer diagnosis, infertility, postpartum mood changes, loss of a loved one (including a miscarriage) and divorce. My goal is to help you feel better. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Is your teen struggling with bullying or social issues? Are yo...

Elizabeth Pettit
San Francisco
California
During this time of massive global changes, I continue to cater to the unique needs of LGBTQ+ and gender queer/ non-binary adults and adolescents and hold how this epidemic is disproportionately impacting already marginalized communities. I'm here to support you with learning how to thrive, even during this difficult time, by identifying your needs, finding work/life balance, navigating...

After many years practicing, I continue to provide a safe space to explore concrete steps for life improvement. Through our collaboration, we will work to identify those obstacles creating distress. My approach is to mobilize our capacity for change as well as to understand our fears in doing this. We feel more hopeful as we are empowered to shift our understanding, attitude or behavior. Whethe...

Denise Brady
Long Beach
California
Therapy can give you the opportunity to process things happening in your life with an unbiased person. How many of us have asked our friends or family for feedback on things happening in our lives (I'll raise my hand). The only problem with that is their solutions or feedback, can be biased or self-motivated. I offer you a safe space to process things happening in your life from an unbiased...

I strive to empower children, adolescents and young adults to overcome personal obstacles and find balance in their lives improving their view of self, the world, and interpersonal relationships. I love helping my clients find passion in their lives by removing the blocks that are keeping them from being their best self and learn to live in healthier ways. My focus on behavior and changing...

Do you worry about being a “bad" mom because you want a break from your baby (even though you miss them when they are sleeping)? Are you feeling guilty because motherhood is supposed to be a “happy” time but all you can feel is exhausted? Motherhood is overwhelming. It's hard not to compare yourself and your baby to others and to wonder if you're doing it "right". It's also really hard to navig...

Nancy Zikri
Columbus
Ohio
I work with college students, adults and older adults who are dealing with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, self esteem issues, relationship and boundaries struggles, and spiritual issues. I am originally from Egypt where I was a physician and I came to the United States to get my Masters and PhD in Public Health. For the past decade, I have been working at a local hospital helping...

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Certification in Substance Abuse. I enjoy working with adults and/ or teens/families who are struggling with substance abuse issues or other areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, to name a few. I AM OFFERING TELE-HEALTH VIDEO/PHONE CALL SESSIONS. PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO EMAIL ME! I want to assist, guide, and empower my clients to see situatio...

I have 20+ years as a psychologist helping clients with anxiety, depression, grief/loss and relationship conflicts. I work with adolescents, college students, adults and couples who are struggling with life's challenges or feeling stuck. I offer a non-judgmental, empathic space where we can sort through your emotions/worries and help you gain new perspectives & coping skills so that you are bet...

Jana L McCall
Seattle
Washington
Currently doing teletherapy. Your needs and story are unique and your therapy should be too. Together we can find the right kind of therapy for you, to help you thrive rather than just get by. Whether you’re suffering deeply, experiencing relationship conflict, confused about who you are and how to be true to yourself, unable to connect with others, or bored and uninspired, I’d like to hear you...

You deserve joy. You deserve peace. You deserve to live your best life and enjoy it to the fullest. At times, life’s circumstances can hinder you from living to your fullest potential. I understand this and am more than willing to help. I am passionate about mental health and the power that lies within the therapeutic relationship. The belief that every client possesses all of the answers and...

Need a space to connect that is safe & calm? Do you feel unable to take that next step alone? I get it. Our days can be full of emotional rollercoasters or at times simply be numb and without meaning or hope. I offer a place to rest, consider, and carefully address hurt in body, mind, and spirit. With evidenced-based treatments that are holistic, the changes you have been hoping for can happen....