Compassion Focused Therapists in Fairview Park, OH
Airielle Banaszak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, MSW, ACHT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fairview Park, OH 44126
I am an Advanced Hypnotherapist and strengths based Therapist dedicated to empowering people to define and live their best lives. I have been in the field for 20 + years and have worked with folks on adjusting to all sorts of difficulties life brings, depression, anxiety, phobias, purpose and familial issues among other things. I welcome all walks of life and look forward to learning about you so that together we can get you moving along your unique life path.
I am an Advanced Hypnotherapist and strengths based Therapist dedicated to empowering people to define and live their best lives. I have been in the field for 20 + years and have worked with folks on adjusting to all sorts of difficulties life brings, depression, anxiety, phobias, purpose and familial issues among other things. I welcome all walks of life and look forward to learning about you so that together we can get you moving along your unique life path.
The decision to begin therapy can be a difficult one. It is important to find a therapist who can offer you insight, support, and safety to express your thoughts and feelings. My hope is that you can learn and apply your strengths to be the best version of yourself. At this time I work with adults as well as children (3+) . If you have any questions or think we may be a good fit, please feel free to reach out!
The decision to begin therapy can be a difficult one. It is important to find a therapist who can offer you insight, support, and safety to express your thoughts and feelings. My hope is that you can learn and apply your strengths to be the best version of yourself. At this time I work with adults as well as children (3+) . If you have any questions or think we may be a good fit, please feel free to reach out!
Do your thoughts feel overwhelming? Is it hard to function in your life the way you want to? I want you to know that in my therapy practice there is no judgement, no matter who you are or what you are bringing in to work on. All are welcome and all are equally valued.
Do your thoughts feel overwhelming? Is it hard to function in your life the way you want to? I want you to know that in my therapy practice there is no judgement, no matter who you are or what you are bringing in to work on. All are welcome and all are equally valued.
Kristin Shufelt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Fairview Park, OH 44126
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who works with children (6+), adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma. Additionally, I work with the older adult population (65+) with a focus on cognitive impairment and end-of-life concerns. I utilize unconditional positive regard and a strength-based approach to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. As Provisionally Registered Art Therapist, I also utilize Person-Centered art therapy interventions, when applicable.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who works with children (6+), adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and trauma. Additionally, I work with the older adult population (65+) with a focus on cognitive impairment and end-of-life concerns. I utilize unconditional positive regard and a strength-based approach to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. As Provisionally Registered Art Therapist, I also utilize Person-Centered art therapy interventions, when applicable.
Klare Heston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairview Park, OH 44126 (Online Only)
I start where you are. I firmly believe that life rarely unfolds in a straight line, and that we can all find our way— no matter how lost or hurt we might feel. Whether you are struggling with illness, death of a loved one, a learning problem, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, difficult family dynamics, prolonged poverty, traumatic events, or other emotional, relationship or socio-economic factors, healing can occur.
I start where you are. I firmly believe that life rarely unfolds in a straight line, and that we can all find our way— no matter how lost or hurt we might feel. Whether you are struggling with illness, death of a loved one, a learning problem, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, difficult family dynamics, prolonged poverty, traumatic events, or other emotional, relationship or socio-economic factors, healing can occur.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervisory designation in the state of Ohio. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to individuals of all ages and in many different settings. My areas of competence include; anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, stress management, grief, maternal depression, and other behavioral and mental health diagnoses.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervisory designation in the state of Ohio. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to individuals of all ages and in many different settings. My areas of competence include; anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, domestic violence, PTSD, stress management, grief, maternal depression, and other behavioral and mental health diagnoses.
It is my belief that every person possesses the potential to heal and grow. Despite this potential, we all face adversity and challenges in life, and we sometimes need help overcoming these challenges - that's what therapy is for. Together, we can work to identify stressors and challenges that you face, and match them with a treatment that meets your needs. I draw on skills from therapies including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based approaches.
It is my belief that every person possesses the potential to heal and grow. Despite this potential, we all face adversity and challenges in life, and we sometimes need help overcoming these challenges - that's what therapy is for. Together, we can work to identify stressors and challenges that you face, and match them with a treatment that meets your needs. I draw on skills from therapies including person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness-based approaches.
Jasmine Crump
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fairview Park, OH 44126
Not accepting new clients
As a counselor, I aim at creating a non-judgmental safe space for all my clients by showing compassion, empathy, and respect by using a person-centered feminist approach to counseling. I believe every individual is the expert of their own lives and believe that counseling is a collaboration between the client and counselor. I believe by employing the above techniques and collaborating with individuals, couples, groups, and families, clients can achieve their most significant potential while maintaining a healthy, happy lifestyle!
As a counselor, I aim at creating a non-judgmental safe space for all my clients by showing compassion, empathy, and respect by using a person-centered feminist approach to counseling. I believe every individual is the expert of their own lives and believe that counseling is a collaboration between the client and counselor. I believe by employing the above techniques and collaborating with individuals, couples, groups, and families, clients can achieve their most significant potential while maintaining a healthy, happy lifestyle!
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Life can be challenging! Whether you are an adult, teen, parent, or a couple seeking counseling I can offer a safe space to process and develop short and long-term goals. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused therapy, and breathing techniques I would be honored for the opportunity to team up with you in your life and circumstances. I am a retired US Navy Hospital Corpsman. During my twenty years of active-duty service, I received training not only in the medical field but also in mental health. Since retiring I have completed training with Star Behavioral Health for military focused care.
Life can be challenging! Whether you are an adult, teen, parent, or a couple seeking counseling I can offer a safe space to process and develop short and long-term goals. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused therapy, and breathing techniques I would be honored for the opportunity to team up with you in your life and circumstances. I am a retired US Navy Hospital Corpsman. During my twenty years of active-duty service, I received training not only in the medical field but also in mental health. Since retiring I have completed training with Star Behavioral Health for military focused care.
Kellyn Beese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
Do you often feel stuck or that your emotions are too difficult to understand? Together, we will create strategies which allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties and build a life worth living. As your therapist, I will provide a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe environment allowing you to work through the challenges you face. I believe you are your own expert and I am here to help guide you on a journey toward improving your quality of life.
Do you often feel stuck or that your emotions are too difficult to understand? Together, we will create strategies which allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties and build a life worth living. As your therapist, I will provide a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe environment allowing you to work through the challenges you face. I believe you are your own expert and I am here to help guide you on a journey toward improving your quality of life.
Mikayla Stump
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145 (Online Only)
Processing and coping with life changes, in all phases of life, can be difficult when navigating them on our own. Reaching out for help can seem just as difficult, even more so at times. My goal is to make that process as easy as possible. Through my experience working with survivors of sexual violence, I can revive the support to ensure you know you are not alone. As your counselor, I want to be a safe place for you to share any life experiences; the good through the bad, the celebrations, and the traumas.
Processing and coping with life changes, in all phases of life, can be difficult when navigating them on our own. Reaching out for help can seem just as difficult, even more so at times. My goal is to make that process as easy as possible. Through my experience working with survivors of sexual violence, I can revive the support to ensure you know you are not alone. As your counselor, I want to be a safe place for you to share any life experiences; the good through the bad, the celebrations, and the traumas.
Healing Pathways Cleveland
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, IMFT-S, LPCC-S, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rocky River, OH 44116
Healing Pathways Cleveland is for those looking to strive for a life of wellness and balance. Our therapists are down to earth and easy to work with. We want your experience to be tailored for your individual needs. We know no two people are a alike and we aim to give you a positive experience that is as unique as you.
Healing Pathways Cleveland is for those looking to strive for a life of wellness and balance. Our therapists are down to earth and easy to work with. We want your experience to be tailored for your individual needs. We know no two people are a alike and we aim to give you a positive experience that is as unique as you.
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
It's my goal to help you find happiness again. I want to help you navigate and improve the difficulties and challenges you might be facing in your personal life and in your relationships. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues to help people achieve their personal goals such as balance, peace of mind and happiness. My approach, as an integrative, heart centered therapist, draws from a diverse range of traditional and non-traditional tools and techniques. This allows us to tailor a specialized plan that meets your individual needs to work toward achieving results.
Are you struggling in life? Feeling anxious, depressed, and disconnected from yourself or others? If so, you’re in the right place. Everybody has a story, and understanding each persons story and how they came to be is an integral part of helping and serving others. My goal as your therapist is to help you heal from any trauma, anxiousness, or depressive symptoms that interfere with daily life. This is done by learning better coping skills, creating new thought patterns, and identifying and changing behaviors that no longer serve your highest purpose in life, thus allowing you to feel centered and fulfilled in all areas of life.
Are you struggling in life? Feeling anxious, depressed, and disconnected from yourself or others? If so, you’re in the right place. Everybody has a story, and understanding each persons story and how they came to be is an integral part of helping and serving others. My goal as your therapist is to help you heal from any trauma, anxiousness, or depressive symptoms that interfere with daily life. This is done by learning better coping skills, creating new thought patterns, and identifying and changing behaviors that no longer serve your highest purpose in life, thus allowing you to feel centered and fulfilled in all areas of life.
Abbey King
Counselor, LPCC, LCPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of OH and have inactive licenses for professional counseling in Pennsylvania and Nevada and clinical drug and alcohol issues in the state of NV. I work with individuals age 16+ with various presenting concerns. I strongly believe that every individual’s story should be shared and validated, and by providing a person-centered and non-judgmental environment we can facilitate desired change and growth together.
I am currently a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of OH and have inactive licenses for professional counseling in Pennsylvania and Nevada and clinical drug and alcohol issues in the state of NV. I work with individuals age 16+ with various presenting concerns. I strongly believe that every individual’s story should be shared and validated, and by providing a person-centered and non-judgmental environment we can facilitate desired change and growth together.
Currently accepting new clients via in-person and Telehealth! Cleveland Therapy Group provides EMDR therapy, marriage and family counseling, couples counseling and therapy for adults and children. Cleveland Therapy Group offers in-person sessions for clients in the greater Cleveland area including Westlake, Rocky River, Fairview Park, Lakewood, etc. We offer Telehealth session for all clients in the state of Ohio. Find a therapist near you!
Currently accepting new clients via in-person and Telehealth! Cleveland Therapy Group provides EMDR therapy, marriage and family counseling, couples counseling and therapy for adults and children. Cleveland Therapy Group offers in-person sessions for clients in the greater Cleveland area including Westlake, Rocky River, Fairview Park, Lakewood, etc. We offer Telehealth session for all clients in the state of Ohio. Find a therapist near you!
Jackie Garn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
You may have ended up here if you have found yourself trying all of the fad diets only to have gained the weight back. When someone pulls out the dessert at events, you probably feel embarrassed, ashamed, and tend to withdraw because the thoughts you have about food consume you. It makes total sense that you believe if you were “the right size” you’d be happy and content with your body. The way we think and feel about our bodies and food directly impact our mental and physical health. In reality, the guilt and anxiety you have around food is what you need some support around – I get that and I am here for you!
You may have ended up here if you have found yourself trying all of the fad diets only to have gained the weight back. When someone pulls out the dessert at events, you probably feel embarrassed, ashamed, and tend to withdraw because the thoughts you have about food consume you. It makes total sense that you believe if you were “the right size” you’d be happy and content with your body. The way we think and feel about our bodies and food directly impact our mental and physical health. In reality, the guilt and anxiety you have around food is what you need some support around – I get that and I am here for you!
Jean M Zaffiro
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Olmsted, OH 44070
*CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Each person is born to be someone – themself. Over time this sense of self is molded by our lived experiences, relationships, and interactions. Sometimes we are molded to fit into a role or to fulfill someone else’s needs. It is this sense of losing ourselves that can lead to the challenges of anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and numerous other mental health concerns. As a result, I believe counseling is an essential part of life – a journey to finding the authentic self.
*CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS* Each person is born to be someone – themself. Over time this sense of self is molded by our lived experiences, relationships, and interactions. Sometimes we are molded to fit into a role or to fulfill someone else’s needs. It is this sense of losing ourselves that can lead to the challenges of anxiety, depression, emotional distress, and numerous other mental health concerns. As a result, I believe counseling is an essential part of life – a journey to finding the authentic self.
OCD and anxiety take a small possibility and make it feel like a certain probability. Intrusive thoughts go against our moral beliefs causing distress and make us lose trust in ourselves. I promise that no matter what may be on your mind, you are not alone! Safety behaviors can become routine and we don’t always think of them as compulsions, such seeking for reassurance. OCD will never be satisfied by any particular answer and comfort found from compulsions only provides fleeting relief. Here’s the thing: you have the power to challenge your OCD and anxiety head on through treatment.
OCD and anxiety take a small possibility and make it feel like a certain probability. Intrusive thoughts go against our moral beliefs causing distress and make us lose trust in ourselves. I promise that no matter what may be on your mind, you are not alone! Safety behaviors can become routine and we don’t always think of them as compulsions, such seeking for reassurance. OCD will never be satisfied by any particular answer and comfort found from compulsions only provides fleeting relief. Here’s the thing: you have the power to challenge your OCD and anxiety head on through treatment.
Jacquelyn Casalina
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and co-founder of Cleveland Therapy Group. I strive to meet my clients where they are in their own individual journeys. As your psychotherapist, it's my honor to be apart of your therapeutic process in whichever way you may guide me. I hope to assist in guiding you in reaching your goals and achieving overall wellness.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with supervision designation (LPCC-S) and co-founder of Cleveland Therapy Group. I strive to meet my clients where they are in their own individual journeys. As your psychotherapist, it's my honor to be apart of your therapeutic process in whichever way you may guide me. I hope to assist in guiding you in reaching your goals and achieving overall wellness.
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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.