Compassion Focused Therapists in 54913

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Cherie Lindberg
LPC, NCC, ABD, Coach
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
Cherie Lindberg, LLC is a coaching practice offering education, relationship and performance enhancement services for adults and couples. Our approach is distinct and transformative, offering clients an unparallel experience that fosters joyful living and empowers profound personal change. Cherie Lindberg, owner of the coaching practice also consults with professionals on gaining clarity on their core values, aligning them and achieving desired results. Our approach includes Brainspotting, Parts work and Safe Conversations.
Cherie Lindberg, LLC is a coaching practice offering education, relationship and performance enhancement services for adults and couples. Our approach is distinct and transformative, offering clients an unparallel experience that fosters joyful living and empowers profound personal change. Cherie Lindberg, owner of the coaching practice also consults with professionals on gaining clarity on their core values, aligning them and achieving desired results. Our approach includes Brainspotting, Parts work and Safe Conversations.
(920) 250-8071 View (920) 250-8071
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Emily Hoch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
My practice centers around the understanding of the transformative healing power and potential of the human spirit. My therapeutic style is ethical, holistic and heart centered. I have specialized experience and passion working with complex relational trauma, anxiety, depression, worthlessness, and self-confidence.
My practice centers around the understanding of the transformative healing power and potential of the human spirit. My therapeutic style is ethical, holistic and heart centered. I have specialized experience and passion working with complex relational trauma, anxiety, depression, worthlessness, and self-confidence.
(920) 668-2255 View (920) 668-2255
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Dani LaPlant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a genderqueer human being providing supportive counseling services to people who are neurodivergent, queer, nerdy, and live alternative lifestyles. My sessions are held online 100 percent to make it convenient for my clients in their busy life to receive support. I've supported clients in role-playing therapy through the use of Dungeons & Dragons, led queer support groups, and am currently CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional) certified so I may expand to couples work in the future. I've taught BDSM/Kink affirming seminars and have a background in understanding nutrition and body neutrality.
I am a genderqueer human being providing supportive counseling services to people who are neurodivergent, queer, nerdy, and live alternative lifestyles. My sessions are held online 100 percent to make it convenient for my clients in their busy life to receive support. I've supported clients in role-playing therapy through the use of Dungeons & Dragons, led queer support groups, and am currently CSTIP (Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional) certified so I may expand to couples work in the future. I've taught BDSM/Kink affirming seminars and have a background in understanding nutrition and body neutrality.
(779) 237-8099 View (779) 237-8099
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New Depth Counseling & Wellness Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
My purpose is to teach, guide, and support all those seeking to live up to their highest potential. My intentions as a psychotherapist are to help you understand, release, and heal the parts of "self" that are felt to be out of balance, stuck, and/or wounded. We have the innate ability to heal ourselves from past stories that no longer serve us in the present. This profound healing can transform your life to have more meaning and purpose. My area of strengths include treating trauma, secondary trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, performance issues, mood disorders, and/or other behavioral health issues hindering your quality of life.
My purpose is to teach, guide, and support all those seeking to live up to their highest potential. My intentions as a psychotherapist are to help you understand, release, and heal the parts of "self" that are felt to be out of balance, stuck, and/or wounded. We have the innate ability to heal ourselves from past stories that no longer serve us in the present. This profound healing can transform your life to have more meaning and purpose. My area of strengths include treating trauma, secondary trauma, PTSD, attachment issues, performance issues, mood disorders, and/or other behavioral health issues hindering your quality of life.
(920) 656-5622 View (920) 656-5622
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Bethany Pankratz
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
NOTE: (I work exclusively with adult females). Trauma is part of life. The lasting pain of sexual or physical abuse is obvious, but the subtlety of an emotionally neglectful or spiritually abusive upbringing often has similar outcomes of self-blaming and deep shame. It's by no mistake that my practice is called Likewise; I've struggled through the healing process, and I still get stuck. But I do the work because I value my option to thrive, and am keenly aware that my decision to do so affects those connected to me. Whether you're seeking help for others' sake or your own (or both) I'd be honored to come alongside and support you.
NOTE: (I work exclusively with adult females). Trauma is part of life. The lasting pain of sexual or physical abuse is obvious, but the subtlety of an emotionally neglectful or spiritually abusive upbringing often has similar outcomes of self-blaming and deep shame. It's by no mistake that my practice is called Likewise; I've struggled through the healing process, and I still get stuck. But I do the work because I value my option to thrive, and am keenly aware that my decision to do so affects those connected to me. Whether you're seeking help for others' sake or your own (or both) I'd be honored to come alongside and support you.
(920) 354-8496 View (920) 354-8496
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Mary Beth King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913
As a psychotherapist, I love what I do. I am most passionate about empowering people to tap into their own innate and natural ability to heal and grow. My treatment philosophy is nonjudgmental, strength-based, and trauma informed. My therapeutic style is to help individuals find their inner gifts and challenge them in a compassionate and direct way. Every individual has their own personal journey that is unique to them all that is needed is a foundation of trust, respect, and equality for clients to heal. I believe as a helping professional it is an honor and a privilege to be a part of that path to wellness.
As a psychotherapist, I love what I do. I am most passionate about empowering people to tap into their own innate and natural ability to heal and grow. My treatment philosophy is nonjudgmental, strength-based, and trauma informed. My therapeutic style is to help individuals find their inner gifts and challenge them in a compassionate and direct way. Every individual has their own personal journey that is unique to them all that is needed is a foundation of trust, respect, and equality for clients to heal. I believe as a helping professional it is an honor and a privilege to be a part of that path to wellness.
(920) 764-5049 View (920) 764-5049
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Jessica Drews
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913
Life can hand us challenges, but I believe we can always find hope. I am passionate about supporting others on their journey of self-growth through therapy. I believe that therapy should provide a safe space to process through your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and learn tools and strategies to move forward. I am committed to helping others have a stronger sense of self-awareness, direction, and balance in their daily life.
Life can hand us challenges, but I believe we can always find hope. I am passionate about supporting others on their journey of self-growth through therapy. I believe that therapy should provide a safe space to process through your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and learn tools and strategies to move forward. I am committed to helping others have a stronger sense of self-awareness, direction, and balance in their daily life.
(920) 481-3335 View (920) 481-3335
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Renad Rasheed
Counselor, LPC, IT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
Are you hesitating to begin therapy because you've found it challenging to open up and connect with a therapist? It's possible that you're also grappling with issues related to self-esteem and the search for a secure and authentic space to express yourself. You recognize the potential benefits of therapy but may be struggling to find the right therapist without being weighed down by fear or guilt. Now is the perfect time for you to take that important next step.
Are you hesitating to begin therapy because you've found it challenging to open up and connect with a therapist? It's possible that you're also grappling with issues related to self-esteem and the search for a secure and authentic space to express yourself. You recognize the potential benefits of therapy but may be struggling to find the right therapist without being weighed down by fear or guilt. Now is the perfect time for you to take that important next step.
(262) 588-3525 View (262) 588-3525
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Holly Doughty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913
Hello! I am Holly Doughty, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a EMDR and DBT therapist. I am accepting new patients (adults, teens, kids). I have recently opened a new location in Kaukauna. Are you struggling with anxiety? Worried about others and what they are thinking? Asking yourself "what if" a lot? Are you feeling triggered by others? Questioning your relationships? Is someone in your life causing you distress in a relationship? Are you struggling but don't know what is causing it. I can help you and you are in the right place.
Hello! I am Holly Doughty, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a EMDR and DBT therapist. I am accepting new patients (adults, teens, kids). I have recently opened a new location in Kaukauna. Are you struggling with anxiety? Worried about others and what they are thinking? Asking yourself "what if" a lot? Are you feeling triggered by others? Questioning your relationships? Is someone in your life causing you distress in a relationship? Are you struggling but don't know what is causing it. I can help you and you are in the right place.
(920) 415-4416 View (920) 415-4416
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Be Free
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Appleton, WI 54913  (Online Only)
(920) 352-1650 View (920) 352-1650

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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.