Compassion Focused Therapists in Hampstead, NC
I am committed to providing an authentic therapeutic connection with my clients' by creating a non-judgmental, compassionate space. Although I treat a variety of psychological problems, I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I incorporate evidence-based practices into my treatment including compassion-focused therapies, dialectical behavioral therapies (RO-DBT and DBT), and acceptance commitment therapy. You can expect for me to incorporate compassion, humor, and flexibility in my treatment approach.
I am committed to providing an authentic therapeutic connection with my clients' by creating a non-judgmental, compassionate space. Although I treat a variety of psychological problems, I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, and women's issues. I incorporate evidence-based practices into my treatment including compassion-focused therapies, dialectical behavioral therapies (RO-DBT and DBT), and acceptance commitment therapy. You can expect for me to incorporate compassion, humor, and flexibility in my treatment approach.
Life is chaotic but that does not mean your healing should be held back. Growth begins when you are ready for it, and I would love to help honor that decision you have made for yourself and provide support. Choosing healthy change can be hard and deserves the right environment to protect, nurture, and expand what all is in store for you in achieving your most authentic self. Through time together, my clients are able to receive a safe environment free of judgment, and a genuine assistance . My goal is to create a space for you to be fully open and to find support, positive affirmation, and safety of your feelings in each session.
Life is chaotic but that does not mean your healing should be held back. Growth begins when you are ready for it, and I would love to help honor that decision you have made for yourself and provide support. Choosing healthy change can be hard and deserves the right environment to protect, nurture, and expand what all is in store for you in achieving your most authentic self. Through time together, my clients are able to receive a safe environment free of judgment, and a genuine assistance . My goal is to create a space for you to be fully open and to find support, positive affirmation, and safety of your feelings in each session.
Hello, I’m so glad you are here! Reaching out for help can be a difficult decision whether it’s for yourself or a loved one. I commend you on your choice to work towards a healthier life. I provide an accepting and comfortable environment where you feel safe to discuss difficult topics. As a clinical social worker, I am client-focused and realize that you are the expert in your life. I want to support you in working through difficulties and enhancing your strengths as you prepare for a brighter future.
Hello, I’m so glad you are here! Reaching out for help can be a difficult decision whether it’s for yourself or a loved one. I commend you on your choice to work towards a healthier life. I provide an accepting and comfortable environment where you feel safe to discuss difficult topics. As a clinical social worker, I am client-focused and realize that you are the expert in your life. I want to support you in working through difficulties and enhancing your strengths as you prepare for a brighter future.
Kim Gililland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Kim Gililland. I am here to offer you an amazing therapy experience. Join me in a client centered, warm and compassionate therapeutic setting. I have 22 years of experience providing therapy in a non-judge mental atmosphere. I am here to help you explore areas in your life that may be causing you stress and discomfort.
Welcome! My name is Kim Gililland. I am here to offer you an amazing therapy experience. Join me in a client centered, warm and compassionate therapeutic setting. I have 22 years of experience providing therapy in a non-judge mental atmosphere. I am here to help you explore areas in your life that may be causing you stress and discomfort.
Jessica Cramer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
Hi folks! I have worked with a variety of people including from very small children to elders in several settings. I enjoy working with teenagers who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have significant experience working with parents who struggle to connect with their children, especially with children who have difficulties with impulse control, anger outbursts and various other behavioral issues. I also enjoy working with those who feel dissatisfied with life in general and struggle with putting a finger on what's not working.
Hi folks! I have worked with a variety of people including from very small children to elders in several settings. I enjoy working with teenagers who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have significant experience working with parents who struggle to connect with their children, especially with children who have difficulties with impulse control, anger outbursts and various other behavioral issues. I also enjoy working with those who feel dissatisfied with life in general and struggle with putting a finger on what's not working.
Hello! Do you struggle with confidence and seeing purpose beyond the sadness and pain you feel? In my therapy practice, I foster a warm, inviting, kind space where giving to my clients empowers inner strength. I listen without judgement as I support women who struggle in life transitions and relationships through empathy, compassion, honesty, and loyalty leading to the happiness you seek. I have a knack for perceiving authentic strength no matter how negative a situation may seem. I help women reclaim their lives and heal by learning to like and love themselves enough to release destructive patterns, allowing for joy to prevail.
Hello! Do you struggle with confidence and seeing purpose beyond the sadness and pain you feel? In my therapy practice, I foster a warm, inviting, kind space where giving to my clients empowers inner strength. I listen without judgement as I support women who struggle in life transitions and relationships through empathy, compassion, honesty, and loyalty leading to the happiness you seek. I have a knack for perceiving authentic strength no matter how negative a situation may seem. I help women reclaim their lives and heal by learning to like and love themselves enough to release destructive patterns, allowing for joy to prevail.
Wilmington Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
**Telehealth sessions are available.** It's important to me to cultivate a safe relationship space with everyone I see in counseling. We will collaborate, question, reflect, and explore positive directions based on your unique situation, concerns, strengths and individual sense of meaningfulness. Although my comfort zone within the range of life is relatively broad, I do have some special interest in areas related to substance use, family counseling and all facets of pre/post natal concerns.
**Telehealth sessions are available.** It's important to me to cultivate a safe relationship space with everyone I see in counseling. We will collaborate, question, reflect, and explore positive directions based on your unique situation, concerns, strengths and individual sense of meaningfulness. Although my comfort zone within the range of life is relatively broad, I do have some special interest in areas related to substance use, family counseling and all facets of pre/post natal concerns.
Kelly Rose
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
Are you finding yourself stuck in the same cyclical patterns of unhealed wounds and behaviors that are affecting your overall mental health and wellbeing? Do you find yourself repeating the same actions that have caused unnecessary pain and suffering in your life? Do you often feel alone and struggle with intrusive thoughts or overwhelming emotions? At times, we may feel lost in our own individual journeys, however, therapy can be a tremendous segue into personal healing. I believe in treating the root of the symptom while supporting my clients through their emotional processes geared toward growth and resolution. You are not alone.
Are you finding yourself stuck in the same cyclical patterns of unhealed wounds and behaviors that are affecting your overall mental health and wellbeing? Do you find yourself repeating the same actions that have caused unnecessary pain and suffering in your life? Do you often feel alone and struggle with intrusive thoughts or overwhelming emotions? At times, we may feel lost in our own individual journeys, however, therapy can be a tremendous segue into personal healing. I believe in treating the root of the symptom while supporting my clients through their emotional processes geared toward growth and resolution. You are not alone.
Trina Goodwin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Accepting new clients for in person or teletherapy. Evening in person or telehealth appointments available. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Clients scheduling with me are often coping with past traumatic experiences, grief, parenting, women's concerns, gender identity, couple conflict, or substance use disorder along with many challenging life transitions. Depression, anxiety, and other symptoms that disrupt your life accompany these challenges. I create a space to feel heard, develop skills, access your internal resources, and gain insight to decrease symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Accepting new clients for in person or teletherapy. Evening in person or telehealth appointments available. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. Clients scheduling with me are often coping with past traumatic experiences, grief, parenting, women's concerns, gender identity, couple conflict, or substance use disorder along with many challenging life transitions. Depression, anxiety, and other symptoms that disrupt your life accompany these challenges. I create a space to feel heard, develop skills, access your internal resources, and gain insight to decrease symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Lydia Elyse Shively
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, ATR, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Does your busy life have you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, or like you're not connecting to your true self anymore? My passion is to help others, especially through art. My 13 years of combined experience as an art teacher and a school counselor along with my credentials can help you in your life journey to your best self. I am most experienced with middle and high school-aged clients with my school counseling and teaching background but truly love working with all ages- children, teens, and adults! We can use art and/or talk therapy. I'll meet you at your comfort level! :)
Does your busy life have you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, or like you're not connecting to your true self anymore? My passion is to help others, especially through art. My 13 years of combined experience as an art teacher and a school counselor along with my credentials can help you in your life journey to your best self. I am most experienced with middle and high school-aged clients with my school counseling and teaching background but truly love working with all ages- children, teens, and adults! We can use art and/or talk therapy. I'll meet you at your comfort level! :)
Mariyah Robbins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Do you worry about parenting your kids or connecting with your partner? I want to help you reopen the lines of communication and create harmony and organization in your home life.
Do you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Do you worry about parenting your kids or connecting with your partner? I want to help you reopen the lines of communication and create harmony and organization in your home life.
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Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Sometimes, life can be challenging, confusing, and even paralyzing, but it does not need to stay that way. I know that it can be difficult to seek help, especially if you have never done it before. Maybe you have spoken with a friend about the things that have been going on, but you still feel the same. This is where I come in. My goal is not to pull or push you to change, instead, it is to walk alongside, providing you with guidance and empathy. If you have been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, with low mood, and overall just exhausted, I'm here to help. It doesn't have to stay this way, and it can get better!
Sometimes, life can be challenging, confusing, and even paralyzing, but it does not need to stay that way. I know that it can be difficult to seek help, especially if you have never done it before. Maybe you have spoken with a friend about the things that have been going on, but you still feel the same. This is where I come in. My goal is not to pull or push you to change, instead, it is to walk alongside, providing you with guidance and empathy. If you have been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, with low mood, and overall just exhausted, I'm here to help. It doesn't have to stay this way, and it can get better!
Megan L English
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
Hi! If you’re searching for a therapist, chances are you might be struggling with something in your life. I sure hope that whomever you choose to work with helps you feel better, think better, and ultimately process what’s happening with refined skills. You've got this! I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and depressive disorders. I also value working with the LGBTQ population, including adolescents, families, and adults, as well as foster/adoptive families. Working with anyone who recognizes a need for change or is interested in making their life better is perfect for me!
Hi! If you’re searching for a therapist, chances are you might be struggling with something in your life. I sure hope that whomever you choose to work with helps you feel better, think better, and ultimately process what’s happening with refined skills. You've got this! I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders and depressive disorders. I also value working with the LGBTQ population, including adolescents, families, and adults, as well as foster/adoptive families. Working with anyone who recognizes a need for change or is interested in making their life better is perfect for me!
Do you ever feel like you are putting on a happy face to get through the day, only to come home, emotionally drained, and just tired of faking it? Are you ready to take the next step but have spent so long feeling like a burden that speaking about your problems seems almost impossible? Starting therapy can be frightening and, for a lot of us, talking about our feelings doesn’t come easy. That's ok. (Seriously!) I want you to know that it's normal to feel nervous at first and that it is worth it to get your life back. Together, we will work towards helping you live a better life - however that may be defined for you.
Do you ever feel like you are putting on a happy face to get through the day, only to come home, emotionally drained, and just tired of faking it? Are you ready to take the next step but have spent so long feeling like a burden that speaking about your problems seems almost impossible? Starting therapy can be frightening and, for a lot of us, talking about our feelings doesn’t come easy. That's ok. (Seriously!) I want you to know that it's normal to feel nervous at first and that it is worth it to get your life back. Together, we will work towards helping you live a better life - however that may be defined for you.
Heather Thigpen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults to help them with emotional disorders. I use games and toys to help clients feel more at ease during sessions. I use person-centered therapy to assist children, teens, and young adults how to learn manage their emotions, learn calm down strategies, and work with their depressive/anxious symptoms. ADHD skills training and Autism social/sensory skills are also offered.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults to help them with emotional disorders. I use games and toys to help clients feel more at ease during sessions. I use person-centered therapy to assist children, teens, and young adults how to learn manage their emotions, learn calm down strategies, and work with their depressive/anxious symptoms. ADHD skills training and Autism social/sensory skills are also offered.
Mercedes McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with all teens through adults struggling with life cycle changes, role obligations, school/work transitions, anxiety, depression, family issues, performance anxiety, communication struggles, emotional regulation, self-esteem, or anger management. If you ever have felt like “adulting” is too much, that life feels unbalanced, or that you are in a perpetual state of exhaustion, we can start by working together to find out what balance looks like for you. I am also a member of, and I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ population and addressing concerns specific to that population.
I am passionate about working with all teens through adults struggling with life cycle changes, role obligations, school/work transitions, anxiety, depression, family issues, performance anxiety, communication struggles, emotional regulation, self-esteem, or anger management. If you ever have felt like “adulting” is too much, that life feels unbalanced, or that you are in a perpetual state of exhaustion, we can start by working together to find out what balance looks like for you. I am also a member of, and I am passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ population and addressing concerns specific to that population.
Hello and welcome to your journey in finding a therapist to support you through your process of addressing the issue that you identify and desire change with to help live a healthy and authentic life. I truly enjoy working with families as they work together to address the health of their family system. I feel passionate and genuinely capable of working with individuals, couples and families through queer related issues. Lastly, I am well versed and experienced working through supporting others through their unique grief experience.
Hello and welcome to your journey in finding a therapist to support you through your process of addressing the issue that you identify and desire change with to help live a healthy and authentic life. I truly enjoy working with families as they work together to address the health of their family system. I feel passionate and genuinely capable of working with individuals, couples and families through queer related issues. Lastly, I am well versed and experienced working through supporting others through their unique grief experience.
Victoria Leonard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
I use a holistic approach to support and help get clients to where they want to be. My treatment approach and techniques are tailored to each client's goals. I am passionate about helping people feel their best, and love having the opportunity to use my skills to help those who are experiencing a variety of symptoms. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals with a history of trauma. I believe trauma is often the root cause of a multitude of symptoms more easily identified as distressing in everyday life.
I use a holistic approach to support and help get clients to where they want to be. My treatment approach and techniques are tailored to each client's goals. I am passionate about helping people feel their best, and love having the opportunity to use my skills to help those who are experiencing a variety of symptoms. Additionally, I specialize in working with individuals with a history of trauma. I believe trauma is often the root cause of a multitude of symptoms more easily identified as distressing in everyday life.
Scott Ball
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampstead, NC 28443
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you looking for a warm, compassionate therapist who will provide you the opportunity to be validated and heard? Are you looking to develop strategies to help cope with life's stressors? I work from a person centered approach, providing evidence based counseling services to college students, and adults, facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma/abuse, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, career stress, anger issues, and interpersonal relationships. This means our work together will be conversation based allowing you the opportunity to feel validated and heard.
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you looking for a warm, compassionate therapist who will provide you the opportunity to be validated and heard? Are you looking to develop strategies to help cope with life's stressors? I work from a person centered approach, providing evidence based counseling services to college students, and adults, facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma/abuse, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, career stress, anger issues, and interpersonal relationships. This means our work together will be conversation based allowing you the opportunity to feel validated and heard.
My extensive experience includes working with service members/veterans and their families as well as children ages birth-five and their families. I enjoy working with adults with infertility issues and women or men who have experienced sexual trauma. I also work with adolescents who have different mental health challenges. My desire is to help you and your family learn how to express who you are and to experience growth. I hope to help you and your family with developing good intuition, creating healthy connections, and becoming more of your authentic self (selves). I want you to experience more joy and peace within your life.
My extensive experience includes working with service members/veterans and their families as well as children ages birth-five and their families. I enjoy working with adults with infertility issues and women or men who have experienced sexual trauma. I also work with adolescents who have different mental health challenges. My desire is to help you and your family learn how to express who you are and to experience growth. I hope to help you and your family with developing good intuition, creating healthy connections, and becoming more of your authentic self (selves). I want you to experience more joy and peace within your life.
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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.