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Matthew Scheuer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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I work with trauma, anxiety, depression with children and adults, and couples counseling. I welcome clients who are ready to engage in their journey just as they are, from wherever they stand. Ideal clients are those open to the experience of therapy and eager to collaboratively delve into their challenges within a nurturing and cooperative environment. I offer both in-office and telehealth counseling to individuals from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges.
I work with trauma, anxiety, depression with children and adults, and couples counseling. I welcome clients who are ready to engage in their journey just as they are, from wherever they stand. Ideal clients are those open to the experience of therapy and eager to collaboratively delve into their challenges within a nurturing and cooperative environment. I offer both in-office and telehealth counseling to individuals from diverse backgrounds facing a range of challenges.
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Mobile Counseling Of New York LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
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Currently accepting new clients with immediate openings! We embrace the uniqueness of each individual. Our team of over 50 licensed therapists recognizes that there's no 'one-size-fits-all' in therapy. Every client brings distinct challenges, aspirations, and worldviews. Our focus? Tailoring our approach with the latest evidence-based practices. Key for us is a client's willingness to embark on a journey of change. Our diverse experience spans various demographics, ensuring a personalized experience. Proudly Veteran-owned, our practice is adept at addressing the needs of diverse groups and ages.
Currently accepting new clients with immediate openings! We embrace the uniqueness of each individual. Our team of over 50 licensed therapists recognizes that there's no 'one-size-fits-all' in therapy. Every client brings distinct challenges, aspirations, and worldviews. Our focus? Tailoring our approach with the latest evidence-based practices. Key for us is a client's willingness to embark on a journey of change. Our diverse experience spans various demographics, ensuring a personalized experience. Proudly Veteran-owned, our practice is adept at addressing the needs of diverse groups and ages.
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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.