Compassion Focused Therapists in 07834
Megan Szymanek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
Waitlist for new clients
Do you ever feel like your own worst enemy? Like you can’t catch a break from all the chatter in your mind? Does it all just feel like “too much” sometimes? I get it. My name is Megan and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of clinical and lived experience. I am deeply passionate about working with individuals stuck in anxious and obsessive patterns and have pursued additional training and certification to specialize in the area. If you struggle with perfectionism, self-doubt, and self-criticism, I “see you”, and more importantly, I’d love to meet you.
Do you ever feel like your own worst enemy? Like you can’t catch a break from all the chatter in your mind? Does it all just feel like “too much” sometimes? I get it. My name is Megan and I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of clinical and lived experience. I am deeply passionate about working with individuals stuck in anxious and obsessive patterns and have pursued additional training and certification to specialize in the area. If you struggle with perfectionism, self-doubt, and self-criticism, I “see you”, and more importantly, I’d love to meet you.
Sarah J Huertas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
I draw from the following modalities: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Compassion Focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Somatic Approach, Trauma Informed, Strengths Based, Nature Based Therapy, and Spiritually-Oriented Psychotherapy.
Life can be overwhelming, and we all can benefit from space to process, and grow from it! I am here to help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of NJ with 16 years of work experience in the mental health field working with teens, adults, healers and spiritual healers. I have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, anger, marital/ relationship stress, narcissistic abuse recovery, addictions, co-dependency, selflove deficit, people pleasing, disconnection from self, self-esteem, and generational challenges.
I draw from the following modalities: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Compassion Focused, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Somatic Approach, Trauma Informed, Strengths Based, Nature Based Therapy, and Spiritually-Oriented Psychotherapy.
Life can be overwhelming, and we all can benefit from space to process, and grow from it! I am here to help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of NJ with 16 years of work experience in the mental health field working with teens, adults, healers and spiritual healers. I have experience working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, anger, marital/ relationship stress, narcissistic abuse recovery, addictions, co-dependency, selflove deficit, people pleasing, disconnection from self, self-esteem, and generational challenges.
Nina Rifkind, LCSW Anxiety & OCD Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACS, Anxiety, OCD, Phobias
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
Struggling to fully engage in your life, or watching your child struggle can be incredibly challenging. Untreated anxiety disorders and OCD can severely restrict social, academic and professional opportunities. More distressingly, they can trigger anxiety and panic attacks that leave you feeling exhausted, alone and powerless. Through our work together, teens and young adults are able to reclaim a sense of normalcy in their lives, with a personalized therapeutic program, in a safe, judgement-free environment. You'll find yourself ready to take on challenges you never dreamed of and enjoying peace in your day to day life.
Struggling to fully engage in your life, or watching your child struggle can be incredibly challenging. Untreated anxiety disorders and OCD can severely restrict social, academic and professional opportunities. More distressingly, they can trigger anxiety and panic attacks that leave you feeling exhausted, alone and powerless. Through our work together, teens and young adults are able to reclaim a sense of normalcy in their lives, with a personalized therapeutic program, in a safe, judgement-free environment. You'll find yourself ready to take on challenges you never dreamed of and enjoying peace in your day to day life.
Ashley Hall-Simmonds
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834 (Online Only)
I work with clients who may be questioning who they are, their values, beliefs, and purpose in life. They might struggle with setting boundaries, expressing their needs and opinions confidently, and advocating for themselves. They are curious about the underlying reasons for their habits and choices, aiming to uncover the deeper motivations and triggers. They find themselves repeatedly drawn into similar types of relationships that may not be fulfilling or beneficial anymore, and want to understand and break free from this pattern. They desire meaningful connections and experiences, seeking greater life satisfaction.
I work with clients who may be questioning who they are, their values, beliefs, and purpose in life. They might struggle with setting boundaries, expressing their needs and opinions confidently, and advocating for themselves. They are curious about the underlying reasons for their habits and choices, aiming to uncover the deeper motivations and triggers. They find themselves repeatedly drawn into similar types of relationships that may not be fulfilling or beneficial anymore, and want to understand and break free from this pattern. They desire meaningful connections and experiences, seeking greater life satisfaction.
Nicole Peluso
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
Therapy opens the door to a journey toward healing and growth. I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Care, and a holistic perspective to offer a vibrant and supportive experience. With CBT, we’ll tackle and reshape unhelpful patterns, while Trauma-Focused Care provides a compassionate space for addressing past experiences. My holistic approach ensures our sessions are engaging and tailored to your whole self. I work with children 6 and up, adolescents, and the adult population. Let’s work together to make this journey both meaningful and enjoyable!
Therapy opens the door to a journey toward healing and growth. I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Care, and a holistic perspective to offer a vibrant and supportive experience. With CBT, we’ll tackle and reshape unhelpful patterns, while Trauma-Focused Care provides a compassionate space for addressing past experiences. My holistic approach ensures our sessions are engaging and tailored to your whole self. I work with children 6 and up, adolescents, and the adult population. Let’s work together to make this journey both meaningful and enjoyable!
Life’s complexities can bring on stress manifesting in heightened anxiety and depression. Life can also have many transitions that bring different challenges as we shift into different areas in our lives. Hope can develop when building knowledge, skills to overcome obstacles and barriers. Change is difficult when life presents challenges and but can be overcome. I hope to inspire hope that your current condition can be improved. I use an integrative approach grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused psychotherapy. I empower clients to overcome barriers and reach their goals.
Life’s complexities can bring on stress manifesting in heightened anxiety and depression. Life can also have many transitions that bring different challenges as we shift into different areas in our lives. Hope can develop when building knowledge, skills to overcome obstacles and barriers. Change is difficult when life presents challenges and but can be overcome. I hope to inspire hope that your current condition can be improved. I use an integrative approach grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused psychotherapy. I empower clients to overcome barriers and reach their goals.
Anxiety can feel like excessive worry, uncomfortable physical symptoms, and intrusive fears stirring up like a storm. It can feel debilitating having panic disorder, OCD, or trauma constantly signaling danger where there is none. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy/exposure and response prevention, and acceptance and commitment therapy - you can learn to manage your response, face and confront your fears, build confidence and presence, and move towards your goals and dreams.
Anxiety can feel like excessive worry, uncomfortable physical symptoms, and intrusive fears stirring up like a storm. It can feel debilitating having panic disorder, OCD, or trauma constantly signaling danger where there is none. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy/exposure and response prevention, and acceptance and commitment therapy - you can learn to manage your response, face and confront your fears, build confidence and presence, and move towards your goals and dreams.
You're looking for a therapist and want to be sure it will be the right thing to do. Talking to the right therapist can be very rewarding. To make the most of your life you have to decrease the things that hold you back; depression, anxiety, conflict and stress. My style is very interactive. We will focus on your strengths and deal with solutions you can use. The goal is to help you feel better and back on track quickly and effectively. When you clear away obstacles and learn to use the right tools great things are possible .
You're looking for a therapist and want to be sure it will be the right thing to do. Talking to the right therapist can be very rewarding. To make the most of your life you have to decrease the things that hold you back; depression, anxiety, conflict and stress. My style is very interactive. We will focus on your strengths and deal with solutions you can use. The goal is to help you feel better and back on track quickly and effectively. When you clear away obstacles and learn to use the right tools great things are possible .
Kristi Capriglione
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
Are you looking to learn more about the grieving process? Or would you like help in navigating the magnitude of emotions? Perhaps you’re looking to connect with others who might get what you’re experiencing – helping you to feel less alone? Whether it's working through strong and/or unfamiliar emotions, wanting to connect with others or just not wanting to do this grief thing alone, Daylight Grief can help. We work with those who have experienced sudden, traumatic and expected losses.
Are you looking to learn more about the grieving process? Or would you like help in navigating the magnitude of emotions? Perhaps you’re looking to connect with others who might get what you’re experiencing – helping you to feel less alone? Whether it's working through strong and/or unfamiliar emotions, wanting to connect with others or just not wanting to do this grief thing alone, Daylight Grief can help. We work with those who have experienced sudden, traumatic and expected losses.
Mental health is just as important as your physical health. Taking care of you and your family’s overall mental health and well-being is of utmost importance to me. Imagine recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and gaining a better understanding of how to manage things. Imagine what it would feel like to have a different approach to dealing with issues that would bring a more positive or successful outcome. No matter what you’re dealing with, there is always hope and alternatives.
Mental health is just as important as your physical health. Taking care of you and your family’s overall mental health and well-being is of utmost importance to me. Imagine recognizing your strengths and weaknesses, and gaining a better understanding of how to manage things. Imagine what it would feel like to have a different approach to dealing with issues that would bring a more positive or successful outcome. No matter what you’re dealing with, there is always hope and alternatives.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a relationship expert specializing in individual and couples therapy. I've helped numerous couples reconnect, build healthy marriages and work through the challenges of divorce and finding love again. At the core of my work is an integrative approach that helps women and men accept themselves more and connect to others in meaningful ways. My experience in private practice and community mental health settings provides individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues with a collaborative approach and multiple clinicians on staff with many specialties.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a relationship expert specializing in individual and couples therapy. I've helped numerous couples reconnect, build healthy marriages and work through the challenges of divorce and finding love again. At the core of my work is an integrative approach that helps women and men accept themselves more and connect to others in meaningful ways. My experience in private practice and community mental health settings provides individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues with a collaborative approach and multiple clinicians on staff with many specialties.
Suzanne Giacobbe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
Choosing the best therapist for yourself or your adolescent can be challenging. If you are seeking extra guidance and support through a difficult situation or you are ready to move in a new direction in your life, I would be happy to work with you to achieve your goals. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach to each of my clients' needs. Using mindfulness and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapies, you will begin to create the life you want. If you or your child struggles with anxiety or depression, I will help guide you how to manage these symptoms in a healthier way.
Choosing the best therapist for yourself or your adolescent can be challenging. If you are seeking extra guidance and support through a difficult situation or you are ready to move in a new direction in your life, I would be happy to work with you to achieve your goals. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach to each of my clients' needs. Using mindfulness and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapies, you will begin to create the life you want. If you or your child struggles with anxiety or depression, I will help guide you how to manage these symptoms in a healthier way.
Martha I. Deutch, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life, especially during Covid-19? Are you feeling scared? Isolated? Lonely? Anxious and/or depressed? Overwhelmed? Have everyday problems become magnified? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then now is the time to give me a call. I am here to help. We will work together for positive outcomes.
Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life, especially during Covid-19? Are you feeling scared? Isolated? Lonely? Anxious and/or depressed? Overwhelmed? Have everyday problems become magnified? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then now is the time to give me a call. I am here to help. We will work together for positive outcomes.
Jacqueline Murray-Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
Working from a place of compassion and sensitivity, my goal is to make you feel heard and let you dig deeper in a warm, non-judgmental environment. I’m particularly passionate about supporting women, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community, with a focus on younger adults and older adolescents. Sometimes we have wounds that prevent us from discovering the truest versions of ourselves—I am here to help guide you through the healing process. We will focus on whatever challenges are most important to you, whether that means processing deeper issues from the past or exploring situational stressors.
Working from a place of compassion and sensitivity, my goal is to make you feel heard and let you dig deeper in a warm, non-judgmental environment. I’m particularly passionate about supporting women, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community, with a focus on younger adults and older adolescents. Sometimes we have wounds that prevent us from discovering the truest versions of ourselves—I am here to help guide you through the healing process. We will focus on whatever challenges are most important to you, whether that means processing deeper issues from the past or exploring situational stressors.
Melissa D. South
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
Melissa South is a compassionate, affirming, and caring counselor dedicated to helping children, teens, couples & families grow and thrive. Melissa specializes in treating a wide range of issues affecting youth and families including: coping skills for stress & anxiety, school challenges, bullying, behavioral issues, mood regulation, trauma--including youth sexual trauma, adoption & foster care, parenting, and more. Additionally, she is an experienced, competent, & inspiring Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) for LACs seeking outside clinical supervision to develop their professional identity & grow clinical skills.
Melissa South is a compassionate, affirming, and caring counselor dedicated to helping children, teens, couples & families grow and thrive. Melissa specializes in treating a wide range of issues affecting youth and families including: coping skills for stress & anxiety, school challenges, bullying, behavioral issues, mood regulation, trauma--including youth sexual trauma, adoption & foster care, parenting, and more. Additionally, she is an experienced, competent, & inspiring Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) for LACs seeking outside clinical supervision to develop their professional identity & grow clinical skills.
Lauren Roden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834 (Online Only)
In our life we come across certain challenges and sometimes we need a little guidance getting back on the right path. I am a compassionate LCSW with 14 years of experience working with various populations in both hospital and outpatient mental health settings. I currently offer individual therapy to adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions. I also completed specialized training and am certified in treating prenatal and postpartum depression/anxiety. I love helping new moms and families navigate their journey to parenthood and beyond.
In our life we come across certain challenges and sometimes we need a little guidance getting back on the right path. I am a compassionate LCSW with 14 years of experience working with various populations in both hospital and outpatient mental health settings. I currently offer individual therapy to adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions. I also completed specialized training and am certified in treating prenatal and postpartum depression/anxiety. I love helping new moms and families navigate their journey to parenthood and beyond.
Tracey Telehealth Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, DRCC, CCS
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
My passion in counseling is to create a relationship built on safety, trust, and hope, where people feel accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a privilege to be able to walk with someone through their fears and hurts, and help them to experience healing and restoration. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified clinical supervisor. Much of my work involves working with a diverse population in a state psychiatric hospital setting I currently provide academic instruction for graduate students at both Rutgers University School of Social Work and Aurora University.
My passion in counseling is to create a relationship built on safety, trust, and hope, where people feel accepted and challenged to grow in new and meaningful ways. I consider it a privilege to be able to walk with someone through their fears and hurts, and help them to experience healing and restoration. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified clinical supervisor. Much of my work involves working with a diverse population in a state psychiatric hospital setting I currently provide academic instruction for graduate students at both Rutgers University School of Social Work and Aurora University.
Intimacy Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Experience therapeutic coaching to unlearn circumstantial thinking patterns and expired behaviors and heal your wounds. Sessions incorporate the spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, and emotional areas of wellness. If you feel like you have been stagnant or stuck for a while and want to take your healing to the next level, then this is the place for you! We specialize in individuals, and couples psychotherapy. We incorporate wellness coaching into our practice as well, for men and women medical issues and Generalized Anxiety. I also specialize in aging & end of life healing & grief.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. Experience therapeutic coaching to unlearn circumstantial thinking patterns and expired behaviors and heal your wounds. Sessions incorporate the spiritual, physical, social, intellectual, and emotional areas of wellness. If you feel like you have been stagnant or stuck for a while and want to take your healing to the next level, then this is the place for you! We specialize in individuals, and couples psychotherapy. We incorporate wellness coaching into our practice as well, for men and women medical issues and Generalized Anxiety. I also specialize in aging & end of life healing & grief.
Danielle Castellano Ray
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
Not accepting new clients
Are you a parent who’s child is struggling with emotion regulation, impulse control, and tolerating distress? Are you a parent of a teen who is struggling with motivation, self-care, and self-esteem? Are you a young adult who is tired of the same “type” of therapy over and over and nothing seems to work? Are you struggling with debilitating anxiety, low self-confidence, social drama, or negative coping skills that get in the way of your goals? Do you have a busy schedule and wish you didn’t always need to leave the house to work on building a life worth living?
Are you a parent who’s child is struggling with emotion regulation, impulse control, and tolerating distress? Are you a parent of a teen who is struggling with motivation, self-care, and self-esteem? Are you a young adult who is tired of the same “type” of therapy over and over and nothing seems to work? Are you struggling with debilitating anxiety, low self-confidence, social drama, or negative coping skills that get in the way of your goals? Do you have a busy schedule and wish you didn’t always need to leave the house to work on building a life worth living?
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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.