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

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NYS). I am available for individual, group, family and couples therapy. I specialize in dating, engagement, and marriage support; children with socialization issues; history of child abuse and domestic violence; and pregnancy issues (e.g., hyperemesis gravidarum). I use an eclectic therapeutic approach to help address your presenting problem. I provide...

Kevin Vail

Chicago

Illinois

Kevin believes his role as a therapist is never to “fix” his client but empower them to uncover the fulfilled life they deserve. He feels listening with sincere empathy, remaining without judgment, and guiding the client to a better understanding of self in a safe and honest place shapes the foundation for long-lasting positive changes. The client is the utmost expert of themselves, and Kevin i...
If you are struggling in your day to day life and want to learn new skills for coping differently, I can help. I am passionate about helping others build a life worth living. Intense emotions like shame, fear and sadness can make change feel impossible but evidence shows that we can grow and heal. Therapy can be a great place to start. I have 10 years of successful experience in community menta...

Mary Noel Thompson

Austin

Texas

As Rumi, the ancient Sufi mystic said, "Only from the heart can you touch the sky." Hello and welcome! I am so glad you have made the choice to explore the options of what it takes to live a life of freedom for yourself! Embarking on the journey towards healing takes courage! I congratulate you! The healing has already begun! As a heart-centered and intuitive therapist, I will help you discern ...
I specialize in working with adult individuals, couples, and families seeking to address a wide range of psychological, behavioral, and interpersonal issues. I bring a systemic focus to my work with people, using various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative...
As a Clinician, I work really well with Anxiety and Depression. I have a nurturing personality that keeps my clients coming back with a since of belonging as they walk into the doors. Have you lost a loved one? Have you lost a friend? Have you even lost a dear pet? Although, it is obvious that these are different scenarios, they all bring about immense pain. Pain that I can help to guide you...

Esteffanía Lezama

Dallas

Texas

( English | español ) Esteffanía Lezama, PhD, is a bilingual psychologist who is passionate about offering people a safe, supportive, and compassionate therapeutic environment in which to grow and explore themselves. She views psychotherapy as being a collaborative experience where the therapeutic relationship drives meaningful change and growth. Dr. Lezama supports her clients through the...
What we go through in life can make us feel that we will never get out, that we are stuck, or that we will always feel this way .. but you are more resilient than you know. As a psychotherapist, I work to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to talk freely and express your emotions. My approach to therapy is client-centered, so I meet you where you are and work at your pace. I want thi...
Dr. Jolene Nichols is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor and specializes in providing high quality individualized outpatient treatment for individuals and/or their families struggling with substance use disorders. At Nuhope Services not only do we partner with each individual in their road to recovery but we customize the service. We meet each person where they are currently in order to t...
An ideal client is one needing assistance with difficulty, a challenge, some area of life in which we might collaborate on to bring about an agreed upon solution or desired change. I specialize in the following: Anxiety and Depression, All areas of the developmental spectrum especially Seniors. Relationships with oneself, Family/Couples, Traumatic experience recovery, Grief and Loss. Addictions...

Mi Seon Kang

Brooklyn

New York

As you embark on the courageous path of self-discovery and healing, connecting with a caring, collaborative, skillful therapist is a crucial first step. With years of experience, I offer a warm, reflective, and compassionate safe space that will enable you gain clarity, a greater sense of freedom and authenticity by exploring your unconscious and limited thought patterns/beliefs and experientia...
Whether it is you or your child struggling; we can all use help solving life’s challenges. Are you or your child: Having difficulty managing the stressors of life: work, school, friends, or overwhelmed with nonstop responsibilities? Struggling to mend strained family dynamics, manage the loss of a loved one, or move on from past hurt? My passion is for seeing individuals build self esteem, and...
Seeking help and guidance takes courage. By pursuing counseling, you have already taken the first step towards wellness. My counseling approach is strength-based and emphasizes working together to identify coping strategies to help you achieve your goals and see yourself and the world around you more clearly. My goal, as your counselor, is to guide you on your path toward self-discovery and...
Are your days consumed with worry, fear or depression? Do you feel as though life is getting you down? Are you struggling with stress or anxiety? All of these things can affect our ability to function and enjoy life to its fullest. Counseling can help. I assist individuals of all ages, adolescents, teens, college students and adults in navigating difficult situations. I provide a welcoming, saf...
Campus Wellness Partners is the culmination of decades of experience in individual and group counseling from highly acclaimed practitioners. We help children, teens, college students, and adults overcome barriors that may limit their growth and achievement. We provide a variety of therapeutic services including working with families, couples, other treatment agencies, and schools to provide...