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Thomas Dwyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Welcome! My name is Tom Dwyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 27 years of experience. I have a special interest in supporting clients experiencing life and career transitions. My approach is client centered inspiring creativity in problem solving.I will meet you with genuine empathy, open mindedness, and with unconditional positive regard. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a treatment plan to ensure a beneficial and rewarding experience.
Welcome! My name is Tom Dwyer and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 27 years of experience. I have a special interest in supporting clients experiencing life and career transitions. My approach is client centered inspiring creativity in problem solving.I will meet you with genuine empathy, open mindedness, and with unconditional positive regard. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to identify treatment priorities and create a treatment plan to ensure a beneficial and rewarding experience.
(646) 647-3575 View (646) 647-3575
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Angel Then
MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
As a therapist I work with the adult population with a focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and interpersonal issues but treatment will always be tailored to your specific needs as I don’t believe in therapy as a one size fits all model. I pride myself on being a compassionate active listener offering a space where you can safely explore your thoughts and feelings from a nonjudgmental and unbiased perspective. If you’re experiencing ruminating thoughts or you feel as though you are caught in a repetitive cycle, it’s a privilege for me to be able to help you work through those moments in life where you may be feeling stuck.
As a therapist I work with the adult population with a focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and interpersonal issues but treatment will always be tailored to your specific needs as I don’t believe in therapy as a one size fits all model. I pride myself on being a compassionate active listener offering a space where you can safely explore your thoughts and feelings from a nonjudgmental and unbiased perspective. If you’re experiencing ruminating thoughts or you feel as though you are caught in a repetitive cycle, it’s a privilege for me to be able to help you work through those moments in life where you may be feeling stuck.
(929) 822-6041 View (929) 822-6041
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Cacilda Pinto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Hi, my name is Cacilda Pinto and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My clients describe me as compassionate, understanding, and insightful. I specialize in working with people who feel overwhelmed and unappreciated. I am passionate about leading them through their healing and growth. I help working professionals who feel stuck on the job or held back by how their brain functions, and people with challenging relationships. My clients include people with attention deficit disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
Hi, my name is Cacilda Pinto and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My clients describe me as compassionate, understanding, and insightful. I specialize in working with people who feel overwhelmed and unappreciated. I am passionate about leading them through their healing and growth. I help working professionals who feel stuck on the job or held back by how their brain functions, and people with challenging relationships. My clients include people with attention deficit disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression.
(929) 552-3419 View (929) 552-3419
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Stephania Cajuste
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
You want an affirming, honest and collaborative therapist. You deserve to connect with the therapist that is right for you.
You want an affirming, honest and collaborative therapist. You deserve to connect with the therapist that is right for you.
(718) 971-2189 View (718) 971-2189
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Balanced Life Movement PLLC
Art Therapist, MS, BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Are you grappling with persistent anxiety and searching for a deeper sense of purpose and balance? You might be experiencing feelings of disconnection, loneliness, and a yearning for meaningful connection while also dealing with the underlying roots of your anxiety. Whether you're navigating the challenges of unresolved anxiety or seeking support during a period of transition, our goal is to collaboratively build an authentic connection to your true self and devise a creative plan to alleviate your anxious nervous system and looping thoughts.Our therapists help you foster freedom, safety, and emotional balance.
Are you grappling with persistent anxiety and searching for a deeper sense of purpose and balance? You might be experiencing feelings of disconnection, loneliness, and a yearning for meaningful connection while also dealing with the underlying roots of your anxiety. Whether you're navigating the challenges of unresolved anxiety or seeking support during a period of transition, our goal is to collaboratively build an authentic connection to your true self and devise a creative plan to alleviate your anxious nervous system and looping thoughts.Our therapists help you foster freedom, safety, and emotional balance.
(929) 581-8157 View (929) 581-8157
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Jacquelyn Tagariello
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Life is a challenge; sometimes we feel up for it and sometimes we don’t. The world has become an even stranger place over the past several years and many people find themselves unsure how to manage. I think asking for help is the healthiest choice with the healthiest long term outcome. I would work to establish a collaborative and creative partnership with you in order to help you achieve your personal goals. I believe in a client-focused, strength based, holistic approach to therapy where together we work to identify and reduce both the symptoms and causes of distress.
Life is a challenge; sometimes we feel up for it and sometimes we don’t. The world has become an even stranger place over the past several years and many people find themselves unsure how to manage. I think asking for help is the healthiest choice with the healthiest long term outcome. I would work to establish a collaborative and creative partnership with you in order to help you achieve your personal goals. I believe in a client-focused, strength based, holistic approach to therapy where together we work to identify and reduce both the symptoms and causes of distress.
(929) 284-2473 View (929) 284-2473
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Balanced Life Movement Creative Arts Therapy PLLC
Art Therapist, MS, BC-DMT, LCAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226
More than just talk therapy: Are you struggling to find deeper purpose & balance? You may feel disconnected, anxious, lonely & are seeking a sense of meaningful connection while finally healing the root of your pain. Whether you are feeling lost in how to heal unresolved trauma, or need support in transition, we will co-create authentic connection to your true self & develop a plan to reach your goals creatively. Together, our therapists will help you find freedom, feel safe in your body, and strengthen your tools for emotional balance. Treatment options: Creative Arts Therapy, Somatic Therapy, & KAP.
More than just talk therapy: Are you struggling to find deeper purpose & balance? You may feel disconnected, anxious, lonely & are seeking a sense of meaningful connection while finally healing the root of your pain. Whether you are feeling lost in how to heal unresolved trauma, or need support in transition, we will co-create authentic connection to your true self & develop a plan to reach your goals creatively. Together, our therapists will help you find freedom, feel safe in your body, and strengthen your tools for emotional balance. Treatment options: Creative Arts Therapy, Somatic Therapy, & KAP.
(646) 392-7983 View (646) 392-7983
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Ina Grix
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LP, MA
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
I teach Psychoanalysis and train new therapists at the LP program at GC. The past decade has strengthened my desire and capacity to help you heal from heartbreak, disappointment and grief and to come fully alive. Together, we can find what holds you back; integrate the parts of you that are fighting, and transform difficulties into strengths and gifts. People I work with find my non-judgmental, warm, calming and creative attitude helps them listen to what they need and love themselves.
I teach Psychoanalysis and train new therapists at the LP program at GC. The past decade has strengthened my desire and capacity to help you heal from heartbreak, disappointment and grief and to come fully alive. Together, we can find what holds you back; integrate the parts of you that are fighting, and transform difficulties into strengths and gifts. People I work with find my non-judgmental, warm, calming and creative attitude helps them listen to what they need and love themselves.
(516) 701-2980 View (516) 701-2980
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Jacqueline German
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Throughout her career, Jacqueline has focused on working with individuals dealing with challenges such as depression, social and general anxiety, ADHD, and emotion regulation difficulties. Her professional passion lies in assisting adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Drawing from her own life experiences, including anxiety, depression, and relationship trauma, Jacqueline approaches her clients' world with a realistic lens and genuine understanding. She has expertise in working with individuals who have experienced significant traumas, struggle with relationship and familial issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc.
Throughout her career, Jacqueline has focused on working with individuals dealing with challenges such as depression, social and general anxiety, ADHD, and emotion regulation difficulties. Her professional passion lies in assisting adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Drawing from her own life experiences, including anxiety, depression, and relationship trauma, Jacqueline approaches her clients' world with a realistic lens and genuine understanding. She has expertise in working with individuals who have experienced significant traumas, struggle with relationship and familial issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc.
(631) 817-3733 View (631) 817-3733
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Daniela Caraballo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you want to feel heard, understood, and challenged in an accepting environment that focuses on your strengths? Have you had a traumatic experience, life transition, or loss that has made life feel overwhelming? Would you like to explore identity issues or past or present relational issues in a safe space? Seeking therapy can be a daunting process but you have the power to begin your journey toward healing and create a positive change in your life. Let's begin the work together.
Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you want to feel heard, understood, and challenged in an accepting environment that focuses on your strengths? Have you had a traumatic experience, life transition, or loss that has made life feel overwhelming? Would you like to explore identity issues or past or present relational issues in a safe space? Seeking therapy can be a daunting process but you have the power to begin your journey toward healing and create a positive change in your life. Let's begin the work together.
(347) 801-7606 View (347) 801-7606
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Jannee Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
I work with clients who recognize the importance of their mental and emotional well-being and are motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may experience challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. They seek a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Their goals include finding inner peace, enhancing self-awareness, improving relationships, and fostering personal growth. They desire to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and create a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I work with clients who recognize the importance of their mental and emotional well-being and are motivated to actively engage in the therapeutic process. They may experience challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions. They seek a safe and non-judgmental space to explore their emotions, gain insight into their thoughts and behaviors, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Their goals include finding inner peace, enhancing self-awareness, improving relationships, and fostering personal growth. They desire to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and create a fulfilling and meaningful life.
(929) 577-2806 View (929) 577-2806
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Kristine Samonte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226
As a therapist, I strive to provide a warm, empathic space for healing while honoring your needs and priorities. My first objective with all clients is to develop a therapeutic alliance with you based on trust and empathy. In our time together, I will help you feel empowered to overcome the challenges you may face. I am committed to helping you discover your resilience and cultivate lasting emotional well-being. My style is collaborative and strengths-based, and I believe everyone has a unique experience.
As a therapist, I strive to provide a warm, empathic space for healing while honoring your needs and priorities. My first objective with all clients is to develop a therapeutic alliance with you based on trust and empathy. In our time together, I will help you feel empowered to overcome the challenges you may face. I am committed to helping you discover your resilience and cultivate lasting emotional well-being. My style is collaborative and strengths-based, and I believe everyone has a unique experience.
(347) 916-4056 View (347) 916-4056
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Lisa Zabala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
I am a licensed community-based clinical social worker with advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I received my masters from Stony Brook University and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience and clinical training in CBT, DBT, interpersonal therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) with a focus on treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, loss, and personality disorders. I focus on helping improve emotion regulation difficulties, interpersonal problems and behavioral dysregulation.
I am a licensed community-based clinical social worker with advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I received my masters from Stony Brook University and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience and clinical training in CBT, DBT, interpersonal therapy, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) with a focus on treating depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, loss, and personality disorders. I focus on helping improve emotion regulation difficulties, interpersonal problems and behavioral dysregulation.
(917) 970-1511 View (917) 970-1511
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Lee Ann Genussa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Life’s beauty can be overshadowed by societal pressures and everyday responsibilities. We may often find ourselves bogged down by shame, judgment, and expectations. As a clinician, my aim is to create an empathetic, non-judgemental environment for you to explore and navigate your own unique challenges and goals. I have experience working with folks who struggle with depression, anxiety, suicidality, autism and ADHD, complex trauma, gender and sexuality issues, as well as race-related stress and trauma.
Life’s beauty can be overshadowed by societal pressures and everyday responsibilities. We may often find ourselves bogged down by shame, judgment, and expectations. As a clinician, my aim is to create an empathetic, non-judgemental environment for you to explore and navigate your own unique challenges and goals. I have experience working with folks who struggle with depression, anxiety, suicidality, autism and ADHD, complex trauma, gender and sexuality issues, as well as race-related stress and trauma.
(315) 993-6027 View (315) 993-6027
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Louise Emanuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Life is full of stressful situations. It can be hard to keep up with everything in our hectic lives. The demands of work, social and personal engagements, family life and responsibilities. Sometimes it's easy to lose track of yourself, your needs and goals.Therapy is an act of self-care and courage that can transform personal challenges into life-enhancing opportunities.
Life is full of stressful situations. It can be hard to keep up with everything in our hectic lives. The demands of work, social and personal engagements, family life and responsibilities. Sometimes it's easy to lose track of yourself, your needs and goals.Therapy is an act of self-care and courage that can transform personal challenges into life-enhancing opportunities.
(718) 683-9929 View (718) 683-9929
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Olivia Geary
MHC-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients! I am a mental health counselor with a limited permit to practice in New York. I have additional training in grief and trauma-informed care and experience in several settings including a psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital, a Buffalo charter school, and agencies. My focus is with adults, families, and couples utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach in order to successfully meet the needs of a plethora of different and unique presenting issues. I obtained my M.S. from Canisius College and B.A in psychology from Buffalo State University. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a mental health counselor with a limited permit to practice in New York. I have additional training in grief and trauma-informed care and experience in several settings including a psychiatric and rehabilitation hospital, a Buffalo charter school, and agencies. My focus is with adults, families, and couples utilizing an eclectic therapeutic approach in order to successfully meet the needs of a plethora of different and unique presenting issues. I obtained my M.S. from Canisius College and B.A in psychology from Buffalo State University. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.
(716) 217-0010 View (716) 217-0010
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Desarie Nicholas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Serving children, teens and young adults with a range of social emotional and mental health issues using a holistic and strengths-based approach in helping clients to meet their goals.
Serving children, teens and young adults with a range of social emotional and mental health issues using a holistic and strengths-based approach in helping clients to meet their goals.
(718) 957-1829 View (718) 957-1829
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Alssaro Counseling Services
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Welcome To Alssaro Counseling Services! At Alssaro Counseling Services, we provide professional and empathetic therapy to adults, couples, teens, children and families. Our therapists are dedicated to helping individuals and families with various backgrounds to develop and enjoy a harmonious living environment.
Welcome To Alssaro Counseling Services! At Alssaro Counseling Services, we provide professional and empathetic therapy to adults, couples, teens, children and families. Our therapists are dedicated to helping individuals and families with various backgrounds to develop and enjoy a harmonious living environment.
(914) 355-2440 View (914) 355-2440
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Tameika Lawrence Phd
MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11226
If you are reading this, then you are already taking a significant step towards your development. Know you are acknowledging that there may be an issue and seeking help for it is no easy task. So what ails you? Do you have some difficulties with life stressors or do you need supportive therapy to help clarify presenting ones? Or perhaps you need a little guidance or help with understanding your behavioral actions and consequences in your relationship or of oneself? Well, using an assortment of treatments and techniques at my disposal, I will help you get on the path that is best for you.
If you are reading this, then you are already taking a significant step towards your development. Know you are acknowledging that there may be an issue and seeking help for it is no easy task. So what ails you? Do you have some difficulties with life stressors or do you need supportive therapy to help clarify presenting ones? Or perhaps you need a little guidance or help with understanding your behavioral actions and consequences in your relationship or of oneself? Well, using an assortment of treatments and techniques at my disposal, I will help you get on the path that is best for you.
(646) 933-3114 View (646) 933-3114
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Catesby Buteau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My training focuses on stress-related disorders, relationship issues, behavioral problems and systemic dysfunctions. Focus is on the big picture. I help clients take in the scope of their lives. Those with questions about who they are, what they do, why they do it, are in fear and pain - no matter how specific or general - are welcome. The past haunts and the future looms. Family, significant others, work, money, beliefs: our various circles of influence - inside and out - connect to create the beautiful, complex and intimidating maps of our lives. It is much easier to navigate with a trustworthy guide.
My training focuses on stress-related disorders, relationship issues, behavioral problems and systemic dysfunctions. Focus is on the big picture. I help clients take in the scope of their lives. Those with questions about who they are, what they do, why they do it, are in fear and pain - no matter how specific or general - are welcome. The past haunts and the future looms. Family, significant others, work, money, beliefs: our various circles of influence - inside and out - connect to create the beautiful, complex and intimidating maps of our lives. It is much easier to navigate with a trustworthy guide.
(718) 701-8537 View (718) 701-8537
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.