Compassion Focused Therapists in Fayette County, PA
State of Mind Neuropsychology llc
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Connellsville, PA 15425
Are you struggling to figure out why things feel so difficult lately? Why the things that seemed to help you before aren't working? Has everything gotten so overwhelming? You are not alone, and we can help you. Maybe you are looking for answers- why don't I feel like I used to? Maybe you’re feeling mentally slower, distracted, not thinking clearly? Maybe you’re worried about a loved one who is having problems with confusion, forgetfulness, or not acting like themselves. Through targeted neuropsychological assessment and therapy, we can help you better understand what is going on and work out how to make it the problem better.
Are you struggling to figure out why things feel so difficult lately? Why the things that seemed to help you before aren't working? Has everything gotten so overwhelming? You are not alone, and we can help you. Maybe you are looking for answers- why don't I feel like I used to? Maybe you’re feeling mentally slower, distracted, not thinking clearly? Maybe you’re worried about a loved one who is having problems with confusion, forgetfulness, or not acting like themselves. Through targeted neuropsychological assessment and therapy, we can help you better understand what is going on and work out how to make it the problem better.
Dr. Selina Matis, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Republic, PA 15475
I want to help you live your best life. Whether through coaching or counseling, I strive to create a stable connection and safe space that lights sparks and promote your personal resilience.
I want to help you live your best life. Whether through coaching or counseling, I strive to create a stable connection and safe space that lights sparks and promote your personal resilience.
Anne Y Barbabella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Perryopolis, PA 15473
Waitlist for new clients
For over 20 years, I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction. I have extensive experience working with all disorders from mild to severe and specialize in working with the dual diagnosed (mental health and addictions) population; especially those suffering from mood disorders, anxiety disorders and trauma related issues. I am able to offer guidance and support to not only the client who is suffering but their family and support system as well. I believe that all people are capable of improving their life with hard work, openness and a desire for change.
For over 20 years, I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction. I have extensive experience working with all disorders from mild to severe and specialize in working with the dual diagnosed (mental health and addictions) population; especially those suffering from mood disorders, anxiety disorders and trauma related issues. I am able to offer guidance and support to not only the client who is suffering but their family and support system as well. I believe that all people are capable of improving their life with hard work, openness and a desire for change.
Katie Heckman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Uniontown, PA 15401
Are you feeling tense or tearful? Insecure about yourself, your relationship or the future? I can help. As a licensed professional counselor skilled in managing difficult emotions, I can help you to alter your thoughts and behaviors in order to bring you a greater sense of calm, confidence and clarity.
Are you feeling tense or tearful? Insecure about yourself, your relationship or the future? I can help. As a licensed professional counselor skilled in managing difficult emotions, I can help you to alter your thoughts and behaviors in order to bring you a greater sense of calm, confidence and clarity.
Nicolette Hillen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Connellsville, PA 15425
My goal as a counselor is to create a positive, supportive environment in which you can explore yourself, your needs,and your goals. You will also have the opportunity to assess the barriers that prevent you from reaching your full potential. The rational, holistic, and non-judgmental nature to the counseling I provide allows YOU to guide your own counseling experience.
My goal as a counselor is to create a positive, supportive environment in which you can explore yourself, your needs,and your goals. You will also have the opportunity to assess the barriers that prevent you from reaching your full potential. The rational, holistic, and non-judgmental nature to the counseling I provide allows YOU to guide your own counseling experience.
Stillwater, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, LICSW
Verified Verified
Uniontown, PA 15401
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
Jessica Leigh Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
Life teaches a new lesson every day and it is not always something pleasant, expected, or easily managed. As a counselor it is my mission to help you manage and cope with the stressors in your life. Trust, connection, and the feeling of safety are all needed for successful therapy.
Life teaches a new lesson every day and it is not always something pleasant, expected, or easily managed. As a counselor it is my mission to help you manage and cope with the stressors in your life. Trust, connection, and the feeling of safety are all needed for successful therapy.
Danielle Elizabeth Huhn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Connellsville, PA 15425
Not accepting new clients
I am looking forward to working with all individuals that are wanting to work towards bettering themselves. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, end of life/grief counseling, career counseling, life events, and trauma.
I am looking forward to working with all individuals that are wanting to work towards bettering themselves. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, end of life/grief counseling, career counseling, life events, and trauma.
Online Therapists
Charles Warren
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (Online Only)
I use a trauma informed lens and a non-judgmental framework in therapy that can include mindfulness, internal family systems (IFS), compassion focused, and feminist based theories focused on empowerment.
Currently accepting new clients! As a queer, trans, non-binary human I will offer my lived experience and clinical expertise where appropriate to provide a safe and affirming space. Not only for queer people, but anyone who has ever felt alone or ‘other’. I became a therapist because I know how hard it was for me to find a queer-competent and affirming mental healthcare provider when I needed it the most. I specialize working with people who struggle with complicated thoughts and feelings surrounding sexual health & wellness, intimacy, desire, sexuality, gender identity, trauma, and non-monogamous relationships.
I use a trauma informed lens and a non-judgmental framework in therapy that can include mindfulness, internal family systems (IFS), compassion focused, and feminist based theories focused on empowerment.
Currently accepting new clients! As a queer, trans, non-binary human I will offer my lived experience and clinical expertise where appropriate to provide a safe and affirming space. Not only for queer people, but anyone who has ever felt alone or ‘other’. I became a therapist because I know how hard it was for me to find a queer-competent and affirming mental healthcare provider when I needed it the most. I specialize working with people who struggle with complicated thoughts and feelings surrounding sexual health & wellness, intimacy, desire, sexuality, gender identity, trauma, and non-monogamous relationships.
Melinda Stupar Fedoris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Homestead, PA 15120 (Online Only)
I utilize evidence based practice that shows results such as EMDR, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Compassion Focused Therapy.
The scope of my practice encompasses treating those who experience Anxiety, Negative Beliefs about Self (worth, responsibility, power, choice, etc), Trauma, Body Image and Diet Culture, Life Stress, and Grief. Life can sometimes take hold of us and we feel like we have lost our grasp, I work to help those get a better hold on things again. My focus is on helping you find ways to heal and feel whole again. We often have a lot of unpacking we have to do to heal and feel lighter to move forward. I like to intertwine humor into the treatment experience.
I utilize evidence based practice that shows results such as EMDR, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Compassion Focused Therapy.
The scope of my practice encompasses treating those who experience Anxiety, Negative Beliefs about Self (worth, responsibility, power, choice, etc), Trauma, Body Image and Diet Culture, Life Stress, and Grief. Life can sometimes take hold of us and we feel like we have lost our grasp, I work to help those get a better hold on things again. My focus is on helping you find ways to heal and feel whole again. We often have a lot of unpacking we have to do to heal and feel lighter to move forward. I like to intertwine humor into the treatment experience.
Journey Healthcare Integrative Psychiatry
PA-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murrysville, PA 15668
Supervised by Dr. Teresa Lutka. I have had the privileged to work with a diverse patient population. My favorite thing to see in a patient is a desire to get well and have a fulfilling life. If that inner drive is there, at Journey, we can help you. It is such a joy to see people come from difficult situations, a slew of other providers with a medicine list a mile long and learn how to become empowered over their life again. I believe all perceived mistakes are attempted solutions that need more education. I teach people to go from a space of helplessness and shaming to pride and awareness.
Supervised by Dr. Teresa Lutka. I have had the privileged to work with a diverse patient population. My favorite thing to see in a patient is a desire to get well and have a fulfilling life. If that inner drive is there, at Journey, we can help you. It is such a joy to see people come from difficult situations, a slew of other providers with a medicine list a mile long and learn how to become empowered over their life again. I believe all perceived mistakes are attempted solutions that need more education. I teach people to go from a space of helplessness and shaming to pride and awareness.
Grounding Tree Therapy
Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moon Township, PA 15108 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients At Grounding Tree Therapy, I believe that you can grow and adapt at any time while becoming stronger and more resilient in all aspects of life. Change is hard to go through, but trees must change each season to get stronger. Ensuring that you will learn about yourself, I can help you find the confidence to set boundaries and express yourself without feeling like you are pushing your true self aside. I can support you by helping you learn what your triggers are, how to communicate, and set boundaries. These tools can help you live a healthier and happier life.
Accepting New Clients At Grounding Tree Therapy, I believe that you can grow and adapt at any time while becoming stronger and more resilient in all aspects of life. Change is hard to go through, but trees must change each season to get stronger. Ensuring that you will learn about yourself, I can help you find the confidence to set boundaries and express yourself without feeling like you are pushing your true self aside. I can support you by helping you learn what your triggers are, how to communicate, and set boundaries. These tools can help you live a healthier and happier life.
Carissa Atkinson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090 (Online Only)
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
My clinical experience began in general private practice, and I later moved on to develop a more specialized treatment approach through an internship with The Center for OCD and Anxiety in August 2020. From there, I transitioned into my roles as Associate Therapist, Intake Manager, and Caregiver Support Group Leader until February 2024. As I believe that effective therapy includes an appropriate balance of empathy, humor, active listening, and proper guidance rooted in evidence-based practices, I utilize an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities (listed below) to tailor treatment according to the specific needs of each individual.
Ascend Integrative Counseling & Holistic Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Things may get overwhelming and a person may need to explore ways to manage a particular stressor. Another may desire to work on long-term challenges, emotions, or relationship concerns. Ascend therapists have worked with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly in both medical and therapeutic settings in the Pittsburgh area, over the past 27 years. We utilize a strength-based perspective that recognizes and seeks to ignite the inner strength that each individual possesses. We customize and personalize your services to facilitate an increase in mood, functioning, and well-being; to take you to a higher level.
Things may get overwhelming and a person may need to explore ways to manage a particular stressor. Another may desire to work on long-term challenges, emotions, or relationship concerns. Ascend therapists have worked with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly in both medical and therapeutic settings in the Pittsburgh area, over the past 27 years. We utilize a strength-based perspective that recognizes and seeks to ignite the inner strength that each individual possesses. We customize and personalize your services to facilitate an increase in mood, functioning, and well-being; to take you to a higher level.
Kaelyn Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Accepting new clients! Let's be real, change and life transitions can be terrifying. Especially if they come about suddenly or unwillingly. Struggling with relentless panic, racing anxious thoughts, or paralyzing fear can impact your ability to show up in your life even in the most basic way. Whether your obsessions deal with contamination, checking, intrusive thoughts of harm, moral/religious scrupulosity, or anything else, OCD can often leave a person feeling isolated, trapped, and sometimes terrified of themselves. It can be incredibly overwhelming trying to navigate this all alone.
Accepting new clients! Let's be real, change and life transitions can be terrifying. Especially if they come about suddenly or unwillingly. Struggling with relentless panic, racing anxious thoughts, or paralyzing fear can impact your ability to show up in your life even in the most basic way. Whether your obsessions deal with contamination, checking, intrusive thoughts of harm, moral/religious scrupulosity, or anything else, OCD can often leave a person feeling isolated, trapped, and sometimes terrified of themselves. It can be incredibly overwhelming trying to navigate this all alone.
Dr Mary Berge & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnstown, PA 15905 (Online Only)
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, you will be provided with the best care in the region, in our serene, and confidential, private practice setting. Our highly trained mental health specialists are ready to help you & your family, so don't wait another day to start changing your life... call now for an appointment.
At Dr. Mary Berge and Associates, you will be provided with the best care in the region, in our serene, and confidential, private practice setting. Our highly trained mental health specialists are ready to help you & your family, so don't wait another day to start changing your life... call now for an appointment.
Dianna W Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Do you feel unhappy in your life or relationships? Is self-doubt getting in your way? Or perhaps 'people-pleasing' behaviors or seeking approval from others impacts your ability to enjoy your life. We can work collaboratively to identify your individual needs, develop goals that are manageable, and strive together to help you develop skills that can last a lifetime. Whether you want to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms, build self-approval and self-acceptance, or empower your boundary-setting skills, I am committed to supporting you in a safe environment. Together, we can create a compassionate plan that fits your needs.
Do you feel unhappy in your life or relationships? Is self-doubt getting in your way? Or perhaps 'people-pleasing' behaviors or seeking approval from others impacts your ability to enjoy your life. We can work collaboratively to identify your individual needs, develop goals that are manageable, and strive together to help you develop skills that can last a lifetime. Whether you want to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms, build self-approval and self-acceptance, or empower your boundary-setting skills, I am committed to supporting you in a safe environment. Together, we can create a compassionate plan that fits your needs.
Ashley Van Alen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (Online Only)
Emotions require movement and at times when we find ourselves stuck, it is helpful to have support to find our path forward. If you're struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or simply want to live a more fulfilled life, you don't have to suffer alone. I believe in the power of the therapeutic connection, and offer a supportive space for vulnerability and growth to help you live your most fulfilled life.
Emotions require movement and at times when we find ourselves stuck, it is helpful to have support to find our path forward. If you're struggling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, or simply want to live a more fulfilled life, you don't have to suffer alone. I believe in the power of the therapeutic connection, and offer a supportive space for vulnerability and growth to help you live your most fulfilled life.
Rebecca R. Hahn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
Every person is a unique individual with their own stressors, but everyone can use some counseling sometimes. Hurt from the past, worries about the future, and stressors right now can get in the way of living a fulfilling, happy life. Rebecca Hahn, MA, LPC (she/her) of Counseling for Progress, LLC can help you sort through your emotions, experiences, and thoughts to make progress now. As a team, you and Rebecca Hahn can work together to reach your goals and bring a sense of calm and happiness to your daily life.
Every person is a unique individual with their own stressors, but everyone can use some counseling sometimes. Hurt from the past, worries about the future, and stressors right now can get in the way of living a fulfilling, happy life. Rebecca Hahn, MA, LPC (she/her) of Counseling for Progress, LLC can help you sort through your emotions, experiences, and thoughts to make progress now. As a team, you and Rebecca Hahn can work together to reach your goals and bring a sense of calm and happiness to your daily life.
Mane Difference Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Tarentum, PA 15084
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? I will help you identify patterns in your thoughts and help you see how they may be impacting your behaviors and emotions. I will help you to make adjustments that will positively impact your life. I have extensive experience working with preteens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am also certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy or EAP. I will work collaboratively with you and utilize your strengths and knowledge along with the strengths and experience that I bring as a therapist to achieve your goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unhappy, or anxious? I will help you identify patterns in your thoughts and help you see how they may be impacting your behaviors and emotions. I will help you to make adjustments that will positively impact your life. I have extensive experience working with preteens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am also certified in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy or EAP. I will work collaboratively with you and utilize your strengths and knowledge along with the strengths and experience that I bring as a therapist to achieve your goals.
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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.