Compassion Focused Therapists in 01936
Mary Fortunato- McElwain
Counselor, MEd, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, MA 01936
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression and/or trauma? I believe we all have the innate ability to heal. Our bodies and minds are drawn towards wholeness and health. However, painful experiences can constrict us, blocking these natural processes and obscuring our view of our true nature, like clouds obscuring a clear, spacious sky. Together, we will clear the blockages that have kept you stuck and gotten in the way of realizing your full potential. Let's begin the process of you coming home to yourself.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression and/or trauma? I believe we all have the innate ability to heal. Our bodies and minds are drawn towards wholeness and health. However, painful experiences can constrict us, blocking these natural processes and obscuring our view of our true nature, like clouds obscuring a clear, spacious sky. Together, we will clear the blockages that have kept you stuck and gotten in the way of realizing your full potential. Let's begin the process of you coming home to yourself.
Anxiety And Grief Holistic Therapist Brandi Hamlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, MA 01936 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Brandi. I'm so glad you're here. I might be a good fit for you if you're coping with loss, navigating anxiety, facing significant change, or seeking deeper self-understanding. Maybe you're grappling with the aftermath of sudden loss and want to process your emotions and thoughts. Perhaps you struggle with the weight of perfectionism, feeling pressured to get everything 'just right.' Know that you're not alone. Many of my clients have sought therapy due to feeling stuck and seeking to invite more fulfillment into daily life.
Hi! I'm Brandi. I'm so glad you're here. I might be a good fit for you if you're coping with loss, navigating anxiety, facing significant change, or seeking deeper self-understanding. Maybe you're grappling with the aftermath of sudden loss and want to process your emotions and thoughts. Perhaps you struggle with the weight of perfectionism, feeling pressured to get everything 'just right.' Know that you're not alone. Many of my clients have sought therapy due to feeling stuck and seeking to invite more fulfillment into daily life.
Debra Lee Lastoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hamilton, MA 01936
I would like to to let my future clients know that for over thirty years I have offered compassionate, solution focused therapy to individuals, couples and families who are changing their lives. Many experienced trauma, a painful loss or difficulty in becoming true to themselves. For some, anxiety, depression or debilitating anger create roadblocks to happiness and connection. Others may be managing health issues, having problems with communication, intimacy, gender identification or sexual behavior concerns. It continues to be a privilege and an honor to be asked to walk with them through to happier, more fulfilled lives.
I would like to to let my future clients know that for over thirty years I have offered compassionate, solution focused therapy to individuals, couples and families who are changing their lives. Many experienced trauma, a painful loss or difficulty in becoming true to themselves. For some, anxiety, depression or debilitating anger create roadblocks to happiness and connection. Others may be managing health issues, having problems with communication, intimacy, gender identification or sexual behavior concerns. It continues to be a privilege and an honor to be asked to walk with them through to happier, more fulfilled lives.
Lauren Schonberger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, MA 01936
Waitlist for new clients
***I am currently full and not taking new clients.*** I work with adolescents, college and grad students, adults, families, and couples. I focus on helping people who want to explore family issues, are working to develop a sense of self, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience working in a multitude of settings, including private practice, hospitals, community centers, outpatient, and private schools.
***I am currently full and not taking new clients.*** I work with adolescents, college and grad students, adults, families, and couples. I focus on helping people who want to explore family issues, are working to develop a sense of self, as well as those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience working in a multitude of settings, including private practice, hospitals, community centers, outpatient, and private schools.
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Compassion Focused Therapists
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.