Compassion Focused Therapists in Fort Worth, TX
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Catherine Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to counseling. Every unique individual has their own specific needs when it comes to healing from trauma, dealing with chronic illness/pain, overcoming anxiety, and growing in resiliency and self-compassion. My hope is to provide a safe space where you can share your stories, struggles, and hopes for the future as we engage the brain and body in a way that allows for healing to begin and relief to be found in order to take steps toward a brighter future. There is always hope.

Kimberly Slavich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
It is an honor to witness and explore someone’s internal world — being present to explore the hurt, pain, excitement, and success. Life is difficult and always changing, and it’s important to have a place where you can explore life’s delicate and complicated ups and downs, both past and present. I work with adolescent and adult clients for individual counseling. Specializing in woman, life transitions- teens from high school to college, entering challenges of adulthood, marriage, parenthood.

Madi Wend
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MS, LPC, NCC, RPT/RYT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Are you overwhelmed, worried, stressed out feeling people are talking at you instead of listening to you? I can help you navigate life's obstacles. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Nationally Certified Counselor, as well a Registered Play therapist. I specialize with women's issues, children', family and how to tap into strengths, changing from pain and hurt towards wellness and healing. Please call and leave a voice message or an email and I will contact you. Don't wait, healing and wellness can begin today. I am glad you found me.

Risper Wangari
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MMFT, MBA
Verified
Verified
I get you. You are struggling with conflict, distress, and poor communication. Your relationship with your partner or your family is suffering and you don’t know how to improve it. You’re struggling to overcome difficulties of your past, gain a sense of self-worth, develop new relationship patterns, and become your best self. You are overwhelmed with complex trauma or co-dependency or depression or anxiety. If you are an executive, you have some very specific challenges and could use some empathy and emotional support as well as help clarifying goals, setting objectives, and gaining self-awareness.

Christina Turner
LPC Intern, LPC-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the past several years, Christina has had the opportunity to experience clients from all walks of life. Christina has worked with individuals, couples, and families. Her passion resides around helping those who battle mental, physical, and emotional issues by utilizing a holistic approach.

Krystle Bordley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you ready to begin the journey of a new you? I have over 10 years of experience working with clients to help them cope with their health issues, grief, and discovery of a new sense of purpose. I seek to help you discover a new you while providing you with the tools you need to overcome the challenges that arise along the way. Allow me to assist you in reducing your anxieties and fears that serve as a hindrance in your daily life functioning. As you discover a new you, my mission is to support you in your journey of awareness and change the distorted thought processes that stunt your ability to grow into the new version of you.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr. Franchesca M. Garza-Fraire
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, RYT 200
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
You don’t have to do this alone. If you are tired, sad, stressed, worried, or suffering, I want to help. We will work together to find strategies for you to rest and heal, so you can experience healthier practices, more satisfying relationships, and more meaningful living.

Regina S deLeon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, CTS
Verified
Verified
Now Accepting New Clients There are times when life can just be a struggle. Taking the first step can many times be the hardest. I am dedicated to providing my clients with a safe environment and the support needed to begin the process of healing. Therapy requires trust, and the relationship that emerges between us will hopefully be significant and meaningful in your life. My ultimate goal with each client is to enhance self awareness and empower each individual.

Audra Mathis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Audra Mathis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with more than 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Audra has developed the skills necessary to help a broad spectrum of therapy clients, including children, teens, individuals, families, and couples. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, trauma, and major life transitions. Audra earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Tarleton State University and her Master's degree in Counseling (Clinical Mental Health) at Adams State University.

Erica Soto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, maladaptive behaviors such as self-harming and suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, behavioral issues, life transitions, all by implementing healthy coping skills, insight and creating a safe space for an individual to address their struggles.
Not accepting new clients

Antonina (Nina) Hogue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions and not know where to go from there? Have you started feeling hopeless or defeated? When life gets busy and responsibilities stack up, we may start to believe we won’t ever catch up. What if you could get some separation from those overwhelming feelings? What if there were a way to regain control in your life, get your energy back, and feel a renewed sense of hope? I can help you learn strategies to find relief, find that inner spark inside of you, and start living the life you deserve.
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Tomas Altamirano
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I'm a bit of a jack of all trades when it comes to therapy, and I haven't found a client that I couldn't work with yet! I can work with a client who knows exactly what they want out of therapy, and I can also work with clients who aren't sure of how to move forward. I make sure that I will only work as hard as you do, so I love working with people who want to be pushed to make progress. For me, as long a client wants to come to therapy, I will do what I can to help you.

Victoria Icho Lmft Associate Supervised By Dr. Misti Sparks
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND OFFER VIRTUAL OR IN PERSON SESSIONS. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds. My specialty is working with children and teens with neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders. I am qualified to administer diagnostic assessments to develop a specialized treatment plan to determine various aspects of your presenting problems and needs.

Bob Groff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR, IFS
Verified
Verified
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and groups as we work together to free ourselves from the struggles and suffering that keep us from living our life to the fullest. At times our lives can feel unmanageable. Trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, unhealthy cycles, addictions, and other areas of our mental health can keep us stuck and unable to move forward freely. We start to lose sight of the light at the end of the tunnel of our suffering. I am here to walk alongside you as we move toward that light. Through counseling, these issues can be addressed and freedom is possible as we work together!

Charisma Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CEO
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our team at Charisma Counseling have worked in diverse settings and countless categories of focus. Primarily, we specialize in working with adult individuals, family and couples in addition to resolving depression, anxiety, PTSD, adjustment disorders, stress management, and identity development to name a few. We are a 100% Telehealth private practice, meaning all sessions are conducted via virtual call.

Emily E Blair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
Most of my counseling career consists of working in a community-based counseling setting, within the non-profit industry, where I gained much experience working with various populations, age groups, and presenting issues. I focus primarily on individuals who are struggling with anxiety, anger, stress, communication, and self-esteem.

Mylie Greenbach
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed professional counselor and a Ph.D. candidate with clinical experience starting in 2005. I assist individuals, couples, and families in resolving issues such as ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Aging, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Life Coaching, Family Conflict, Emotional Disturbance, Life Transitions, Job Stress, Grief, and many more. I use a mix of Couples ACT, EFT, EMDR, DBT, CBT, MBCT, and many more. I believe in building on my client's strengths to attain the growth and changes they want to achieve.

Remmy Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you ever feel imprisoned by your own shoulds and should nots? Wonder what it would be like to live authentically? What would it look like to mend the wounds from neglectful parents or an abusive relationship? Are you curious to know what healing looks like? I provide counseling through online services for adolescent girls, adults, and couples. I offer a safe space where you can work with me from the convenience of your home as you pursue healing and personal growth. As your counselor, I do my best to integrate your mind, body, and spirit into your treatment plan. You deserve holistic care.

Susan Baldelomar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced therapist who specializes in counseling individuals, couples, and children over 10. Using a holistic approach, I strive to create an environment that is caring and safe, where you can feel empowered to reach for your personal goals. These are my areas of expertise: I work with adults and children suffering from anxiety using research based strategies such as CBT and Mindfulness. I also specialize in working with persons with trauma, helping them come to terms with and heal from their past. Using a Jungian theoretical orientation, I also work with persons who seek therapy as an opportunity for personal growth.

Nikki Dear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We live in a world where we are expected to do it all, perfectly, and without struggling. We are constantly comparing ourselves to others and we declare ourselves "not good enough." These feelings tend to dictate our response to those around us, so that we are really just reacting to what is going on behind the scenes without even realizing it. I believe that a lot of the issues that present on the surface -- family issues, addiction, depression, and anxiety -- can be treated by focusing on overcoming shame, negative self-talk, and trauma. If this can be done, then the chances of improving your quality of life increases.
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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.