Compassion Focused Therapists in 13212

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Staceyann Reid
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13212
There are times throughout one’s life where we come up against seemingly overwhelming challenges that may leave us feeling lost, scared, and alone. My goal as a therapist is to offer a compassionate space that will allow you to navigate through and overcome these challenges. In doing so, I believe that together we will be able to create positive changes that will lead to growth and healing.
There are times throughout one’s life where we come up against seemingly overwhelming challenges that may leave us feeling lost, scared, and alone. My goal as a therapist is to offer a compassionate space that will allow you to navigate through and overcome these challenges. In doing so, I believe that together we will be able to create positive changes that will lead to growth and healing.
(315) 610-8475 View (315) 610-8475
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Matthew Scheuer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
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.
(680) 208-2350 View (680) 208-2350
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Brianna Becker
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hey there! To get right to it: I’m a warm, compassionate therapist who will walk alongside you as we work to create the most balanced version of yourself. I believe therapy is a partnership, and while I know you are the expert in your own life, my role is to help make you aware of some of your blindspots, provide another perspective, and offer suggestions. As your partner, I’ll also be there to celebrate every win along the way. I plan to bring authenticity, non-judgment and understanding into every session in the hopes of helping you discover that the peace, happiness and strength you’re seeking have been within you all along.
Hey there! To get right to it: I’m a warm, compassionate therapist who will walk alongside you as we work to create the most balanced version of yourself. I believe therapy is a partnership, and while I know you are the expert in your own life, my role is to help make you aware of some of your blindspots, provide another perspective, and offer suggestions. As your partner, I’ll also be there to celebrate every win along the way. I plan to bring authenticity, non-judgment and understanding into every session in the hopes of helping you discover that the peace, happiness and strength you’re seeking have been within you all along.
(315) 873-3738 View (315) 873-3738
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Nancy LaClair
LMHC
Verified Verified
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the hardships of everyday life. My passion has always been helping people. Being able to make a difference in the way my clients view themselves and the world around them is the most rewarding part of what I do. Psychology and, more importantly, being a therapist is what I love and helping people improve their mental health is why I love it.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the hardships of everyday life. My passion has always been helping people. Being able to make a difference in the way my clients view themselves and the world around them is the most rewarding part of what I do. Psychology and, more importantly, being a therapist is what I love and helping people improve their mental health is why I love it.
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Mary E Buono
LMHC
Verified Verified
North Syracuse, NY 13212  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with life’s demands and feeling alone and misunderstood? Maybe with limited or no support? This can often come with feelings of hopelessness, anxiety and or depression. A desire to change and unsure how to? You do not have to struggle in silence. Having a non-judgmental space to begin to uncover these feelings in a collaborative manner is validating, freeing and empowering. Working together we can create tools to cope with life’s obstacles that are thrown at us. This can help release the grief, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and negative talk.
Are you struggling with life’s demands and feeling alone and misunderstood? Maybe with limited or no support? This can often come with feelings of hopelessness, anxiety and or depression. A desire to change and unsure how to? You do not have to struggle in silence. Having a non-judgmental space to begin to uncover these feelings in a collaborative manner is validating, freeing and empowering. Working together we can create tools to cope with life’s obstacles that are thrown at us. This can help release the grief, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and negative talk.
(585) 449-9752 View (585) 449-9752
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Mobile Counseling Of New York LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
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.
(716) 271-0522 View (716) 271-0522
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Vicki Phan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Syracuse, NY 13212  (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, open-mindedness, and a deep commitment to fostering positive change and growth in my clients’ lives. More specifically, I offer support in navigating divorce, sibling conflicts, and parenting challenges to families. Additionally, I assist with challenges that come with self-esteem issues, new parenthood, gender identity, cultural identity, codependency, and body image concerns for individuals of all ages and identities.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, open-mindedness, and a deep commitment to fostering positive change and growth in my clients’ lives. More specifically, I offer support in navigating divorce, sibling conflicts, and parenting challenges to families. Additionally, I assist with challenges that come with self-esteem issues, new parenthood, gender identity, cultural identity, codependency, and body image concerns for individuals of all ages and identities.
(346) 570-0495 View (346) 570-0495
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Dr. Gina D. Alago Colón
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
This is the MOMENT; this is YOUR space to HEAL. I'm a Latinx therapist who strongly believes that we all need/want someone to empower, validate and actively listen to us in an empathic/genuine way. I recognize that opening up about our emotional concerns/pain, and being vulnerable to someone else is not an easy thing to commit to. My main goal is to provide a space, where you feel safe to share your life experiences, thoughts, and emotions. My work is driven by a non-judgmental, compassionate, and integrative approach that will be tailored and focused on your needs and goals as a unique individual for your healing journey.
This is the MOMENT; this is YOUR space to HEAL. I'm a Latinx therapist who strongly believes that we all need/want someone to empower, validate and actively listen to us in an empathic/genuine way. I recognize that opening up about our emotional concerns/pain, and being vulnerable to someone else is not an easy thing to commit to. My main goal is to provide a space, where you feel safe to share your life experiences, thoughts, and emotions. My work is driven by a non-judgmental, compassionate, and integrative approach that will be tailored and focused on your needs and goals as a unique individual for your healing journey.
(315) 325-3907 View (315) 325-3907
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Emily Darbey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there! I'm Emily and have been working with clients with diverse needs and goals for over 8 years. Some of the challenges I am familiar working with include generalized and social anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, grief, stress management, life changes/transitions, relationship difficulties, and social skills.
Hi there! I'm Emily and have been working with clients with diverse needs and goals for over 8 years. Some of the challenges I am familiar working with include generalized and social anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, grief, stress management, life changes/transitions, relationship difficulties, and social skills.
(315) 791-8352 View (315) 791-8352
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Ashley Taylor Crum
PLMHC
Verified Verified
Syracuse, NY 13212
Waitlist for new clients
I am a recent graduate of the Mental Health Counseling and Wellness program, maintaining a 4.0 gpa at New York University. I currently hold a permit as a Mental Health Counselor and receive clinical supervision from Amudalat Lasisi, LMHC. I am called to service and have a compassionate heart for people and the human condition. I enjoy working collaboratively to cultivate a holistic healing experience that addresses the body, spirit, and soul (mind, will, and emotions). My style is discerning, warm, laid back, and attentive with an appropriate fun flare.
I am a recent graduate of the Mental Health Counseling and Wellness program, maintaining a 4.0 gpa at New York University. I currently hold a permit as a Mental Health Counselor and receive clinical supervision from Amudalat Lasisi, LMHC. I am called to service and have a compassionate heart for people and the human condition. I enjoy working collaboratively to cultivate a holistic healing experience that addresses the body, spirit, and soul (mind, will, and emotions). My style is discerning, warm, laid back, and attentive with an appropriate fun flare.
(315) 677-7330 View (315) 677-7330

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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.