Compassion Focused Therapists in 29680
Marilyn Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680 (Online Only)
Congratulations! You're moving toward the life you want. Exploring solutions to challenges and making life-transitions takes commitment to your growth. Are you dealing with fear, sadness, anxiety, frustration or depression? Are you looking for ways to balance work, family and your needs? Are the emotional and social impacts of a physical condition becoming overwhelming? Are you looking for help to manage the well being of a loved one? Do you want to better understand your motivations, behaviors and develop ways to get your needs met more effectively? These are a few of the concerns we can explore together.
Congratulations! You're moving toward the life you want. Exploring solutions to challenges and making life-transitions takes commitment to your growth. Are you dealing with fear, sadness, anxiety, frustration or depression? Are you looking for ways to balance work, family and your needs? Are the emotional and social impacts of a physical condition becoming overwhelming? Are you looking for help to manage the well being of a loved one? Do you want to better understand your motivations, behaviors and develop ways to get your needs met more effectively? These are a few of the concerns we can explore together.
Greenville Therapy Center, PA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LMFT
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680
We provide high quality psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our mission is to provide a caring, respectful environment where we assist individuals, couples, and families in coping with life's challenges. Our experienced therapists help clients build skills to reduce troubling symptoms, improve relationships, and enhance personal growth. Shree Yongue, LISW-CP; Steve Compton, LISW-CP; Frankie Rhodes, LPC; LAC, Karen Scott, Psy D.
We provide high quality psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our mission is to provide a caring, respectful environment where we assist individuals, couples, and families in coping with life's challenges. Our experienced therapists help clients build skills to reduce troubling symptoms, improve relationships, and enhance personal growth. Shree Yongue, LISW-CP; Steve Compton, LISW-CP; Frankie Rhodes, LPC; LAC, Karen Scott, Psy D.
Brenda Keller Lipe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Simpsonville, SC 29680
Saying that the last year has been difficult would be an understatement. So much has changed in all spheres of our lives and we wonder if things will ever be back to normal. Add in other typical life challenges and we feel overwhelmed, worried, exhausted and drained. Of particular concern are our children who aren't typically equipped yet with coping skills to manage times like these. The increase in depression and anxiety children are feeling is significant. Because many of them don't know how to verbalize these feelings, they have meltdowns or act out more than normal. You, as the parent, are at your wits end. Sound familiar?
Saying that the last year has been difficult would be an understatement. So much has changed in all spheres of our lives and we wonder if things will ever be back to normal. Add in other typical life challenges and we feel overwhelmed, worried, exhausted and drained. Of particular concern are our children who aren't typically equipped yet with coping skills to manage times like these. The increase in depression and anxiety children are feeling is significant. Because many of them don't know how to verbalize these feelings, they have meltdowns or act out more than normal. You, as the parent, are at your wits end. Sound familiar?
Melissa Hallman
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680 (Online Only)
My passion as a psychotherapist allows me to provide a safe space to explore past traumas, anxiety, depression, life transitions and life stressors. As seeking therapy is a courageous step, I offer therapeutic services to adults, children, couples, and families. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgemental and encouraging environment to effectively communicate stressors and get to the root of emotional patterns.
My passion as a psychotherapist allows me to provide a safe space to explore past traumas, anxiety, depression, life transitions and life stressors. As seeking therapy is a courageous step, I offer therapeutic services to adults, children, couples, and families. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgemental and encouraging environment to effectively communicate stressors and get to the root of emotional patterns.
Abby Sepanski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Simpsonville, SC 29680
Waitlist for new clients
I'm glad you are here! Coming to therapy isn’t always easy, so if this is your first time, or you are looking for a new therapeutic experience, I’ll help you feel comfortable, safe, and confident about our work together. I am passionate about working with individuals who are considering how positive change can impact their lives. Together, we will uncover the behaviors and feelings that have kept you stuck - stuck in your life, your relationships, and work or school. My style is friendly, personable, engaged, and supportive. We can kick off our shoes and sip coffee or tea while we talk.
I'm glad you are here! Coming to therapy isn’t always easy, so if this is your first time, or you are looking for a new therapeutic experience, I’ll help you feel comfortable, safe, and confident about our work together. I am passionate about working with individuals who are considering how positive change can impact their lives. Together, we will uncover the behaviors and feelings that have kept you stuck - stuck in your life, your relationships, and work or school. My style is friendly, personable, engaged, and supportive. We can kick off our shoes and sip coffee or tea while we talk.
Terrence D Wyatt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680
Are you hurting from ordeals and stressors in life? Have you struggled to experience success in an area but don't know where to begin? Do you need someone to listen to you with understanding and without judgement? From personal experience, I understand how life's obstacles can hinder us from living the life we want to live. I am here to support you on your journey to becoming a better you.
Are you hurting from ordeals and stressors in life? Have you struggled to experience success in an area but don't know where to begin? Do you need someone to listen to you with understanding and without judgement? From personal experience, I understand how life's obstacles can hinder us from living the life we want to live. I am here to support you on your journey to becoming a better you.
Sara Cato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680 (Online Only)
My passion is to help others from all walks of life with their personal stressors and to empower them to make positive lifestyle changes. My goal is to help others see and reach their full potential.
My passion is to help others from all walks of life with their personal stressors and to empower them to make positive lifestyle changes. My goal is to help others see and reach their full potential.
Lane Mayfield
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, NCC, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Simpsonville, SC 29680
Hi, I'm Lane! In my practice, I utilize creative arts, humor, and authenticity to help adolescents and adults navigate challenges related to self-esteem, identity, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. Whether you're dealing with a big move, new school, increased stress, anxiety symptoms, or exploring your identity, I will help you begin to heal and move through your pain. My aim is to meet you where you are on your journey and facilitate a process that fosters growth, joy, and healing.
Hi, I'm Lane! In my practice, I utilize creative arts, humor, and authenticity to help adolescents and adults navigate challenges related to self-esteem, identity, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. Whether you're dealing with a big move, new school, increased stress, anxiety symptoms, or exploring your identity, I will help you begin to heal and move through your pain. My aim is to meet you where you are on your journey and facilitate a process that fosters growth, joy, and healing.
Shawna Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Simpsonville, SC 29680 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Professional Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and a Certified Yoga Instructor. I love working with clients who are struggling, yet motivated to make the changes needed to create a more content life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or experiencing conflict in your relationships - and you are confused about what your next steps might be - set up your free phone consultation today. I can help you get more clarity about what is right for you. Life and relationships are stressful and overwhelming enough, don't walk through your pain alone - let me walk with you and we will find your peace of mind together.
I am licensed in Professional Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, and a Certified Yoga Instructor. I love working with clients who are struggling, yet motivated to make the changes needed to create a more content life. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or experiencing conflict in your relationships - and you are confused about what your next steps might be - set up your free phone consultation today. I can help you get more clarity about what is right for you. Life and relationships are stressful and overwhelming enough, don't walk through your pain alone - let me walk with you and we will find your peace of mind together.
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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.