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Maria Barinova
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with a relationship, familial issues, a difficult life transition, or just struggling to get through the day-to-day then it is a good time to ask for help.I believe that it is never too late to start counseling and that counseling is a unique experience for everyone.Some people might go to counseling weekly for years, some might go to sessions weekly for 6 months and then transition to biweekly, some might be going to counseling for the first time, and some might be looking for a new counselor.All these experiences are valid, and my goal is to help you figure out what works for you and what you want to achieve.
If you are struggling with a relationship, familial issues, a difficult life transition, or just struggling to get through the day-to-day then it is a good time to ask for help.I believe that it is never too late to start counseling and that counseling is a unique experience for everyone.Some people might go to counseling weekly for years, some might go to sessions weekly for 6 months and then transition to biweekly, some might be going to counseling for the first time, and some might be looking for a new counselor.All these experiences are valid, and my goal is to help you figure out what works for you and what you want to achieve.
(206) 457-2752 x1 View (206) 457-2752 x1
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Kristene Kaim
Counselor, MA, MHP, LMHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104
Hello, I'm psychotherapist working virtually and in Belltown/South Lake Union, Seattle. Therapy is a place where you can talk about how thoughts and feelings affect your sense of self, environment, and relationships. I focus on anxiety. I work with clients who range from just needing a place to explore their thoughts, to focused therapy on specific areas of distress. I specialize in anxiety and mood disorders. I have a special interest and have much experience working with folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LGBTQ+ and relationship issues are another passion.
Hello, I'm psychotherapist working virtually and in Belltown/South Lake Union, Seattle. Therapy is a place where you can talk about how thoughts and feelings affect your sense of self, environment, and relationships. I focus on anxiety. I work with clients who range from just needing a place to explore their thoughts, to focused therapy on specific areas of distress. I specialize in anxiety and mood disorders. I have a special interest and have much experience working with folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities. LGBTQ+ and relationship issues are another passion.
(206) 207-6161 View (206) 207-6161
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Angela D'Elia
Counselor, MS, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
As a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, I use an integrative and holistic approach to therapy. Incorporating multiple trauma-informed modalities that work best for my clients yet focusing on and highlighting strengths-based, client-centered approaches. I work with clients identifying as neurodivergent, ADHD, Autism, as well as clients experiencing anxiety, and depression. I practice trauma-informed care, focusing on the individual, their goals, and their voice-leading treatment plans and incorporating a growth and solution-focused mindset. I believe in utilizing a collaborative approach to help clients achieve their goals.
As a neurodiversity-affirming therapist, I use an integrative and holistic approach to therapy. Incorporating multiple trauma-informed modalities that work best for my clients yet focusing on and highlighting strengths-based, client-centered approaches. I work with clients identifying as neurodivergent, ADHD, Autism, as well as clients experiencing anxiety, and depression. I practice trauma-informed care, focusing on the individual, their goals, and their voice-leading treatment plans and incorporating a growth and solution-focused mindset. I believe in utilizing a collaborative approach to help clients achieve their goals.
(425) 386-7526 View (425) 386-7526
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Daniella Bosman
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
Welcome! I provide counseling for anyone 18+. I create an empathetic, supportive, and judgment-free space for those looking to process the stressors of life. I work with clients on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and more. I have interest in working with survivors of trauma and abuse, those suffering from chronic pain or chronic illness, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those seeking inner child healing. As someone who has experienced many of these personally, I know the emotional weight they can carry.
Welcome! I provide counseling for anyone 18+. I create an empathetic, supportive, and judgment-free space for those looking to process the stressors of life. I work with clients on a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and more. I have interest in working with survivors of trauma and abuse, those suffering from chronic pain or chronic illness, the LGBTQIA+ community, and those seeking inner child healing. As someone who has experienced many of these personally, I know the emotional weight they can carry.
(425) 475-1908 View (425) 475-1908
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Temple Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104  (Online Only)
Let's reinvigorate you! Being here now, is an excellent choice. I offer over 25 years of professional Clinical Counseling and Crisis Management. To help You mitigate the barrage of heavy challenges life spits out on the daily, I utilize Empowering, Solution-Focused Interventions. Including, HUMOR, Wise-Mind Approach, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Soul Care. I am Additionally licensed in California & District of Columbia. My practice offers a high level of compassion and confidentiality. Areas of expertise also include, ritualistic, religious-cult, survivor counseling, Attachment Disorder, PTSD, Grief & Dissociative Disorders.
Let's reinvigorate you! Being here now, is an excellent choice. I offer over 25 years of professional Clinical Counseling and Crisis Management. To help You mitigate the barrage of heavy challenges life spits out on the daily, I utilize Empowering, Solution-Focused Interventions. Including, HUMOR, Wise-Mind Approach, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Soul Care. I am Additionally licensed in California & District of Columbia. My practice offers a high level of compassion and confidentiality. Areas of expertise also include, ritualistic, religious-cult, survivor counseling, Attachment Disorder, PTSD, Grief & Dissociative Disorders.
(206) 408-1442 View (206) 408-1442
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Melinda Stonecliffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98104
Calling the truth-seekers, the plant medicine-sitters, "the lovers, the dreamers, and me", this is an invitation to work with someone who *gets it* and is committed to being part of the modern paradigm shift. I don't want to diagnose you, but instead help you find the gift in all the ways you are uniquely YOU. Working for 15+ years in addiction & recovery makes me somewhat of an expert in those realms, but I am much more interested in revealing how YOU are the expert of your experience. Together we will find the path back to your own loving heart thru Inner Child Work and Psychedelic Harm Reduction & Integration. REMEMBER with me
Calling the truth-seekers, the plant medicine-sitters, "the lovers, the dreamers, and me", this is an invitation to work with someone who *gets it* and is committed to being part of the modern paradigm shift. I don't want to diagnose you, but instead help you find the gift in all the ways you are uniquely YOU. Working for 15+ years in addiction & recovery makes me somewhat of an expert in those realms, but I am much more interested in revealing how YOU are the expert of your experience. Together we will find the path back to your own loving heart thru Inner Child Work and Psychedelic Harm Reduction & Integration. REMEMBER with me
(801) 513-1913 View (801) 513-1913
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Jen Polignoni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98104
I am currently accepting new clients for in person and online sessions. I am here to meet with you no matter where you are at in life. My priority is for you to be comfortable, accepted, heard and understood. I believe you have everything within you that you need to live your best life. Considering your strengths, values, identities and goals is very important to me. Whether you are feeling depressed, hopeless, anxious, having trouble with a relationship, working on a life change or just need someone to process and contemplate with, I am here.
I am currently accepting new clients for in person and online sessions. I am here to meet with you no matter where you are at in life. My priority is for you to be comfortable, accepted, heard and understood. I believe you have everything within you that you need to live your best life. Considering your strengths, values, identities and goals is very important to me. Whether you are feeling depressed, hopeless, anxious, having trouble with a relationship, working on a life change or just need someone to process and contemplate with, I am here.
(509) 732-9397 View (509) 732-9397
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.