Compassion Focused Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
Shanton Roberson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32218 (Online Only)
I am experienced in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy.
Hello, my name is Shanton Roberson. I am licensed in the state of Alabama and Florida as a clinical social worker. I am a firm believer in iron sharpening iron. It is beneficial to have a tribe and support system for those seasons in life that seem difficult to master on our own. My goal as a therapist is to provide tools during any season of the life journey, provide support during the healing process, and to help to redefine one’s purpose.
I am experienced in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy.
Hello, my name is Shanton Roberson. I am licensed in the state of Alabama and Florida as a clinical social worker. I am a firm believer in iron sharpening iron. It is beneficial to have a tribe and support system for those seasons in life that seem difficult to master on our own. My goal as a therapist is to provide tools during any season of the life journey, provide support during the healing process, and to help to redefine one’s purpose.
My approach is compassion focused and strength based.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Are you wanting to take the first step in getting your life back, but don’t know how? I am here to help you if you are ready to begin your healing journey. My name is Shaunique, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida.
My approach is compassion focused and strength based.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Are you wanting to take the first step in getting your life back, but don’t know how? I am here to help you if you are ready to begin your healing journey. My name is Shaunique, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida.
Are you a parent seeking help with your child? Are you a teenager/adult struggling with direction in your life? My name is Zachary, and I am a RMHCI with the state of Florida. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of North Florida and my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Jacksonville University. My previous experience was with a non-profit with a focus on counseling children from elementary through high school.
Are you a parent seeking help with your child? Are you a teenager/adult struggling with direction in your life? My name is Zachary, and I am a RMHCI with the state of Florida. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of North Florida and my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Jacksonville University. My previous experience was with a non-profit with a focus on counseling children from elementary through high school.
Natasha Preckajlo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32257
I always look forward to working with individuals who are motivated for self growth and change. The hardest and most courageous thing that a potential client can do is to reach out for help and admit to themselves, "I think I might need some help." Expressing the need for help to someone, especially loved ones is a big deal, and I am here to help guide you towards meeting your goals, whatever they are. I believe we are all seeking peace, happiness and love in some shape or form. So let's work together to make those goals an attainable reality.
I always look forward to working with individuals who are motivated for self growth and change. The hardest and most courageous thing that a potential client can do is to reach out for help and admit to themselves, "I think I might need some help." Expressing the need for help to someone, especially loved ones is a big deal, and I am here to help guide you towards meeting your goals, whatever they are. I believe we are all seeking peace, happiness and love in some shape or form. So let's work together to make those goals an attainable reality.
I am currently accepting new clients via in office or statewide telehealth. I am passionate about working with people and aiding individuals in reaching their full potential with mental health and emotional wellbeing. I utilize problem-solving skills and incorporate creative, out-of-the-box thinking into all therapy sessions. I have both the skillset and academic background to guide clients to lead purposeful lives, attend to unique personal circumstances, enhance objective realization, and reach their many goals and undertakings.
I am currently accepting new clients via in office or statewide telehealth. I am passionate about working with people and aiding individuals in reaching their full potential with mental health and emotional wellbeing. I utilize problem-solving skills and incorporate creative, out-of-the-box thinking into all therapy sessions. I have both the skillset and academic background to guide clients to lead purposeful lives, attend to unique personal circumstances, enhance objective realization, and reach their many goals and undertakings.
Nigeria K McHellon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32244
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Dr. Noelia Ysern Solá
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (Online Only)
Do you feel different and misunderstood? Does it feel like a struggle to make sense of things? As a latinx, I have often struggled to find my place in a world that feels difficult to navigate. However, nothing makes me more proud than being me, and I want to help you feel better about yourself. My work as a therapist has been guided by fierce passion and compassion. I strongly believe we all have a place in the world, and that we not only fit, but we benefit it with our presence. Safety, empathy, and understanding are values that guide my practice as we work together to heal, grow, and help you understand the world around you.
Do you feel different and misunderstood? Does it feel like a struggle to make sense of things? As a latinx, I have often struggled to find my place in a world that feels difficult to navigate. However, nothing makes me more proud than being me, and I want to help you feel better about yourself. My work as a therapist has been guided by fierce passion and compassion. I strongly believe we all have a place in the world, and that we not only fit, but we benefit it with our presence. Safety, empathy, and understanding are values that guide my practice as we work together to heal, grow, and help you understand the world around you.
Emily Pudlinski
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32277 (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist can be like finding your coziest sweater. I work closely with clients to establish a comfortable rapport before helping them work through difficult adjustments in life. I walk beside clients as they process past traumas and work towards healing. Together we will work towards achieving individual goals.
Finding the right therapist can be like finding your coziest sweater. I work closely with clients to establish a comfortable rapport before helping them work through difficult adjustments in life. I walk beside clients as they process past traumas and work towards healing. Together we will work towards achieving individual goals.
Sabrina Ahmed
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Welcome! My goal is to offer a compassionate space where you can feel heard and take steps to improve your mental well-being. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), evidence-based therapies that help individuals work through past traumas and develop healthier coping mechanisms. As a trauma-informed clinician, my approach aims to help clients address current concerns while guiding them to explore the deeper, root causes. Together, we'll create a space where you can heal at your own pace and gain the tools you need for lasting growth and well-being.
Welcome! My goal is to offer a compassionate space where you can feel heard and take steps to improve your mental well-being. I have specialized training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), evidence-based therapies that help individuals work through past traumas and develop healthier coping mechanisms. As a trauma-informed clinician, my approach aims to help clients address current concerns while guiding them to explore the deeper, root causes. Together, we'll create a space where you can heal at your own pace and gain the tools you need for lasting growth and well-being.
Nada Frazier
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32216
I support people in planning/adjusting to life transitions such as loss, grieving, coping with a diagnosis/chronic illness (patient &/or loved ones) and pain, caregiving, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression. We will focus on you as the expert of your life and identify your strengths to help in your personal growth, self-discovery, and development. We will collaboratively add tools to your life skills toolbox. I also work with professionals experiencing career transitions, compassion fatigue, and burnout and help develop practical and empowering self-care practices, increased functioning, and life fulfillment.
I support people in planning/adjusting to life transitions such as loss, grieving, coping with a diagnosis/chronic illness (patient &/or loved ones) and pain, caregiving, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression. We will focus on you as the expert of your life and identify your strengths to help in your personal growth, self-discovery, and development. We will collaboratively add tools to your life skills toolbox. I also work with professionals experiencing career transitions, compassion fatigue, and burnout and help develop practical and empowering self-care practices, increased functioning, and life fulfillment.
Welcome to my profile! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist based in Florida that works in an a variety of clinical settings involving diverse populations for 6+ years. Depression/anxiety, self-esteem, body image, eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions are a few of many areas I specialize in. I am passionate in utilizing integrative techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities with a focus in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic (Trauma) Therapy, while also maintaining a collaborative approach.
Welcome to my profile! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist based in Florida that works in an a variety of clinical settings involving diverse populations for 6+ years. Depression/anxiety, self-esteem, body image, eating disorders, trauma, and life transitions are a few of many areas I specialize in. I am passionate in utilizing integrative techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities with a focus in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic (Trauma) Therapy, while also maintaining a collaborative approach.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Online Only)
How is your mind, body, and spirit today? How frequently have you been doing things that mean something? I work individually with all adults who struggle with unresolved trauma, addiction, body issues, grief and loss, traumatic stress, family issues, life transitions, dating and relationship issues, and all relationship lifestyles. I am a LGBTQ affirming therapist and support transgender and gender questioning clients. I am passionate about this work and believe therapy can be a deep and powerful experience with professional guidance. I also love supervising students!
How is your mind, body, and spirit today? How frequently have you been doing things that mean something? I work individually with all adults who struggle with unresolved trauma, addiction, body issues, grief and loss, traumatic stress, family issues, life transitions, dating and relationship issues, and all relationship lifestyles. I am a LGBTQ affirming therapist and support transgender and gender questioning clients. I am passionate about this work and believe therapy can be a deep and powerful experience with professional guidance. I also love supervising students!
Diana Marie Clancy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32207 (Online Only)
When the pressures of daily life create distress, there is great satisfaction in finding a solution to lower your natural instinct of fear and anxiety. The main focus of my practice is to locate the limiting beliefs from your history, to free you from the contradictions that limit your growth and confuse you in relationships. The most important goal of therapy is to raise awareness regarding your natural inclination to react to negativity. When you are well anchored on the inside you will not emotionally react to an external challenge or threat.
When the pressures of daily life create distress, there is great satisfaction in finding a solution to lower your natural instinct of fear and anxiety. The main focus of my practice is to locate the limiting beliefs from your history, to free you from the contradictions that limit your growth and confuse you in relationships. The most important goal of therapy is to raise awareness regarding your natural inclination to react to negativity. When you are well anchored on the inside you will not emotionally react to an external challenge or threat.
I approach counseling with a trauma-informed perspective and the fundamental belief that we are all whole individuals - each of us unique; equally deserving of love, understanding, and compassion; and capable of making positive changes to achieve well-being, contentment, and meaningful connection. While there are many factors that may interrupt your ability to live life fully, my goal is to help you identify, understand, and resolve your own unique life stressors.
I approach counseling with a trauma-informed perspective and the fundamental belief that we are all whole individuals - each of us unique; equally deserving of love, understanding, and compassion; and capable of making positive changes to achieve well-being, contentment, and meaningful connection. While there are many factors that may interrupt your ability to live life fully, my goal is to help you identify, understand, and resolve your own unique life stressors.
Forensic & Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Relationship & Addiction Expert, licensed in FL, TX, NM. Offering virtual services but will travel for specialized face-to-face extended services. When you make the decision to change, finding a competent professional with the right training & experience matters. I work with patients & couples seeking significant lifestyle changes. I will be with you each step of the way, providing you with the highest quality of care. Featured on TikTok & Instagram at dr.justindarienzo, TLC's My Strange Addiction, Lifetime's Killer Kids, ID's Twisted Sister, & Oprah's TD Jakes's Show.
Forensic & Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Relationship & Addiction Expert, licensed in FL, TX, NM. Offering virtual services but will travel for specialized face-to-face extended services. When you make the decision to change, finding a competent professional with the right training & experience matters. I work with patients & couples seeking significant lifestyle changes. I will be with you each step of the way, providing you with the highest quality of care. Featured on TikTok & Instagram at dr.justindarienzo, TLC's My Strange Addiction, Lifetime's Killer Kids, ID's Twisted Sister, & Oprah's TD Jakes's Show.
Walter McClinton RMHCI
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are willing to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it. In addition, I am well versed in utilizing "Learning Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, and Distress Tolerance" to assist clients with accomplishing their goals.
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are willing to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it. In addition, I am well versed in utilizing "Learning Mindfulness, Emotional Regulation, and Distress Tolerance" to assist clients with accomplishing their goals.
With a Master's in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and Master’s in Education from Walden University extensive experience in mental health through internships and working for community service agencies as well as private agencies. I bring a diverse skill set to the field. During my internship at Awareness Counseling Agency in Greenacres, FL, I conducted intakes, developed treatment plans, and facilitated individual and group sessions. Fluent in Haitian Creole, I'm adept at addressing cultural and linguistic needs.
With a Master's in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and Master’s in Education from Walden University extensive experience in mental health through internships and working for community service agencies as well as private agencies. I bring a diverse skill set to the field. During my internship at Awareness Counseling Agency in Greenacres, FL, I conducted intakes, developed treatment plans, and facilitated individual and group sessions. Fluent in Haitian Creole, I'm adept at addressing cultural and linguistic needs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Florida. I’ve worked with issues including depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, chronic impulsivity, ADHD, coping skills, social skills, developmental disorders, family conflict, grief, learning disabilities, parenting, relationship issues, self esteem, and acculturation conflict. I use Cognitive Behavioral, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused, Emotion-Focused, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential modalities. I have extensive experience with adults, children, adolescents and families, and with inpatient and outpatient and juvenile rehabilitative programs.
Hello! I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Florida. I’ve worked with issues including depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, chronic impulsivity, ADHD, coping skills, social skills, developmental disorders, family conflict, grief, learning disabilities, parenting, relationship issues, self esteem, and acculturation conflict. I use Cognitive Behavioral, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused, Emotion-Focused, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential modalities. I have extensive experience with adults, children, adolescents and families, and with inpatient and outpatient and juvenile rehabilitative programs.
Do you want to make a change and are tired of the same old things in your life? Are you dealing with a life transition or low self-esteem? Do you want to know how to navigate new waters, build up your confidence, and care for yourself along the way? Do you want to reduce anxiety and worry to live a life of joy? You may want to get better sleep and not feel sad all the time. By acquiring coping skills and increasing self-esteem, you will live a happier life and better manage stress.
Do you want to make a change and are tired of the same old things in your life? Are you dealing with a life transition or low self-esteem? Do you want to know how to navigate new waters, build up your confidence, and care for yourself along the way? Do you want to reduce anxiety and worry to live a life of joy? You may want to get better sleep and not feel sad all the time. By acquiring coping skills and increasing self-esteem, you will live a happier life and better manage stress.
I specialize in marriage counseling, Life-Coaching, treating depression, anger management and insomnia. I have successfully counseled for over 30 years through a variety of marital and personal issues. Healing is possible! I have been married to my wife, Susan, since 1979. Therapy involves a practical approach addressing issues of mind and heart as well as provide nuts and bolts strategies. We have found this effective to provide not only immediate relief but long term healing and wholeness. Member: American Association of Christian Counselors, Association of Biblical Counselors and American Academy of Biblical Counselors.
I specialize in marriage counseling, Life-Coaching, treating depression, anger management and insomnia. I have successfully counseled for over 30 years through a variety of marital and personal issues. Healing is possible! I have been married to my wife, Susan, since 1979. Therapy involves a practical approach addressing issues of mind and heart as well as provide nuts and bolts strategies. We have found this effective to provide not only immediate relief but long term healing and wholeness. Member: American Association of Christian Counselors, Association of Biblical Counselors and American Academy of Biblical Counselors.
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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.