Compassion Focused Therapists in Bryan, TX
Rise Counseling Services - Dana Martinez, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77803
Accepting new clients. My passion and absolute privilege is to help people of all walks and stages of life grow and heal. My goal is for each client to feel safe, heard, and understood from the first minute of their session until the last. I utilize a Christian worldview and look at the whole client to help each person find and pursue a healthy balance mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually within themselves and in relationships. My client-centered, strengths-based approach offers clients many opportunities to gain greater self-awareness, learn tools, and facilitate growth in all areas.
Accepting new clients. My passion and absolute privilege is to help people of all walks and stages of life grow and heal. My goal is for each client to feel safe, heard, and understood from the first minute of their session until the last. I utilize a Christian worldview and look at the whole client to help each person find and pursue a healthy balance mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually within themselves and in relationships. My client-centered, strengths-based approach offers clients many opportunities to gain greater self-awareness, learn tools, and facilitate growth in all areas.
(Currently NOT Accepting New Clients) Supervised by Amanda Gray, MA, LPCS. My philosophy as a counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you and meet you where you are in your mental wellness journey. I believe YOU are the expert in your life; by tapping into guidance, support, and empowerment, I can collaborate with you to aid in the change of your mental health and in reaching your hopes for the future. My promise is that you will never sit alone in the darkness of your mental health struggles- I'll be right there next to you and when the time is right, I'll take your hand and guide you back out into the light.
(Currently NOT Accepting New Clients) Supervised by Amanda Gray, MA, LPCS. My philosophy as a counselor is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you and meet you where you are in your mental wellness journey. I believe YOU are the expert in your life; by tapping into guidance, support, and empowerment, I can collaborate with you to aid in the change of your mental health and in reaching your hopes for the future. My promise is that you will never sit alone in the darkness of your mental health struggles- I'll be right there next to you and when the time is right, I'll take your hand and guide you back out into the light.
My name is Ms. Cherica Allen, but you can call me “Cher.” I am a licensed professional therapist and licensed family therapist associate in the State of Texas. I have over 15 years of experience in working with adolescents, relationship issues, family conflict, depression/anxiety disorders, traumatic experiences, and substance use disorders. The best therapeutic approach is the relationship that I have with you, there are many modalities, but I believe that you have the “tools” necessary to transform your “struggles into triumphs.” My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to your needs.
My name is Ms. Cherica Allen, but you can call me “Cher.” I am a licensed professional therapist and licensed family therapist associate in the State of Texas. I have over 15 years of experience in working with adolescents, relationship issues, family conflict, depression/anxiety disorders, traumatic experiences, and substance use disorders. The best therapeutic approach is the relationship that I have with you, there are many modalities, but I believe that you have the “tools” necessary to transform your “struggles into triumphs.” My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to your needs.
Through some of the most deep betrayals in life, it is my honor to come along couples and individuals as they navigate their way through devastating times, such as infidelity, emotional neglect, psychological and emotional abuse, abandoment by others or even of self. Through IFS Therapy I provide a unique hand on approach for the client to explore and make sense of what they are experiencing. The therapist guides the client how to unburden & rebalance the parts so that the core self-qualities can become clearer.
Through some of the most deep betrayals in life, it is my honor to come along couples and individuals as they navigate their way through devastating times, such as infidelity, emotional neglect, psychological and emotional abuse, abandoment by others or even of self. Through IFS Therapy I provide a unique hand on approach for the client to explore and make sense of what they are experiencing. The therapist guides the client how to unburden & rebalance the parts so that the core self-qualities can become clearer.
Meadowbrook Counseling of Texas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77802
At Meadowbrook Counseling, we are dedicated to helping you navigate mental health challenges and improve your relationships. We understand that seeking help can be a big step, and we want you to feel supported and understood every step of the way. Our approach is rooted in empathy and personalized care. When you come to us, you’ll find a warm and inviting environment where you can share your story without fear of judgment. Our team of compassionate therapists is here to listen, validate your experiences, and provide the support you need. We believe in the power of relationships and the importance of mental well-being.
At Meadowbrook Counseling, we are dedicated to helping you navigate mental health challenges and improve your relationships. We understand that seeking help can be a big step, and we want you to feel supported and understood every step of the way. Our approach is rooted in empathy and personalized care. When you come to us, you’ll find a warm and inviting environment where you can share your story without fear of judgment. Our team of compassionate therapists is here to listen, validate your experiences, and provide the support you need. We believe in the power of relationships and the importance of mental well-being.
Charles (Robbie) Fuller II
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77802
Each of us has a point in which people, issues and situations can become overwhelming and we reach a breaking point. It is at this place I would like to meet you and help you through your difficulties to a place of healing and safety. The issues, situations and things that have happened to you do not have to define who you are as a person or continue to hold power over you.
Each of us has a point in which people, issues and situations can become overwhelming and we reach a breaking point. It is at this place I would like to meet you and help you through your difficulties to a place of healing and safety. The issues, situations and things that have happened to you do not have to define who you are as a person or continue to hold power over you.
Cameron House
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC-S, LCDC-i
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77802
My approach when meeting and treating new clients is simple: you are not alone. We will start there. I work with individuals, couples, and families that find themselves struggling with relationships, anger, depression, hopelessness, addictions of all sort, anxiety and everything in between. I want to walk alongside my clients to help them find their true selves and find meaning in whatever they do and whoever they intend to be. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, alongside skills building and mindfulness.
My approach when meeting and treating new clients is simple: you are not alone. We will start there. I work with individuals, couples, and families that find themselves struggling with relationships, anger, depression, hopelessness, addictions of all sort, anxiety and everything in between. I want to walk alongside my clients to help them find their true selves and find meaning in whatever they do and whoever they intend to be. I use person-centered, cognitive-behavioral techniques, alongside skills building and mindfulness.
My role as a counselor is to provide an environment for growth and exploration of ones emotions and experiences; To help guide individuals and couples through difficult situations using unconditional empathy. While challenge clients to seek new perspectives and validating their unique life experiences.
My role as a counselor is to provide an environment for growth and exploration of ones emotions and experiences; To help guide individuals and couples through difficult situations using unconditional empathy. While challenge clients to seek new perspectives and validating their unique life experiences.
Jason Fort
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77802
Waitlist for new clients
No one enjoys feeling trapped, incapable of escape, and unable to see the light at the end of the tunnel. This is all the more true when the bonds of our entrapment are made up of our mind, our relationships, and our circumstances. While there is a limit to what each person has control over in their lives, many have control over far less than what they are capable of. My goal is to help you increase your power over yourself, closing the gap between where you are and where you could be.
No one enjoys feeling trapped, incapable of escape, and unable to see the light at the end of the tunnel. This is all the more true when the bonds of our entrapment are made up of our mind, our relationships, and our circumstances. While there is a limit to what each person has control over in their lives, many have control over far less than what they are capable of. My goal is to help you increase your power over yourself, closing the gap between where you are and where you could be.
Ashley Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC, LPC
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77805 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Ashley! Firstly, I would like to commend you on taking a step. You are in the right place at the right time. Counseling can be scary and in some experiences taboo (out of the norm). It can be difficult to share thoughts, feelings, experiences, and behaviors that you are not happy with or proud of. Based on your life experiences, some things are not a matter of good or bad, but rather a way to survive. Surviving is cool. But I want to partner with you so that you can thrive. I am dedicated to creating a space of freedom. You are free to say, do, think, and be whomever or whatever. What come UP, let it come OUT.
Hi, I’m Ashley! Firstly, I would like to commend you on taking a step. You are in the right place at the right time. Counseling can be scary and in some experiences taboo (out of the norm). It can be difficult to share thoughts, feelings, experiences, and behaviors that you are not happy with or proud of. Based on your life experiences, some things are not a matter of good or bad, but rather a way to survive. Surviving is cool. But I want to partner with you so that you can thrive. I am dedicated to creating a space of freedom. You are free to say, do, think, and be whomever or whatever. What come UP, let it come OUT.
My name is Katharine Jeray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My approach to therapy is simple and practical. I have experience working with all ages. I have experience working with loss, trauma, workplace issues, depression, and anxiety. I consider myself a “Generalist” therapist.
My name is Katharine Jeray and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been providing therapy for over 20 years. My approach to therapy is simple and practical. I have experience working with all ages. I have experience working with loss, trauma, workplace issues, depression, and anxiety. I consider myself a “Generalist” therapist.
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I enjoy serving individuals and couples braving the tough and rewarding work of therapy. My approach is to provide a safe environment in which my clients cultivate greater personal insight and emotional intelligence that ultimately promotes self-understanding, healing from past/present wounds and growth toward realizing a more whole self and/or relationship. I work with adults and couples with wide-ranging concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment, identity, unwanted sexual behaviors, marriage & relationship concerns, and issues related to faith. I utilize Gottman Method Couples Therapy concepts in my work with couples.
I enjoy serving individuals and couples braving the tough and rewarding work of therapy. My approach is to provide a safe environment in which my clients cultivate greater personal insight and emotional intelligence that ultimately promotes self-understanding, healing from past/present wounds and growth toward realizing a more whole self and/or relationship. I work with adults and couples with wide-ranging concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment, identity, unwanted sexual behaviors, marriage & relationship concerns, and issues related to faith. I utilize Gottman Method Couples Therapy concepts in my work with couples.
Gillean is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience providing mental health counseling to children, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, with clinical interests in attachment issues, spiritual and self-esteem concerns, disordered eating, OCD, and relational dynamics. Gillean is passionate about integrating a client’s spiritual journey into the therapeutic process. Additionally, she enjoys working with couples preparing for marriage and is a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator.
Gillean is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience providing mental health counseling to children, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, with clinical interests in attachment issues, spiritual and self-esteem concerns, disordered eating, OCD, and relational dynamics. Gillean is passionate about integrating a client’s spiritual journey into the therapeutic process. Additionally, she enjoys working with couples preparing for marriage and is a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator.
Tyler Baker-Wilkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77802
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
Relating to people in an authentic, psychological way is my favorite pastime, and lucky for me it’s also my job! I’m an eclectic therapist who is committed to delivering the best ‘You’ based therapy we can develop together, utilizing our strengths, as well as theories and techniques along the way that support the changes you desire. I work from an LGBTQ+ Affirmative lens which helps all clients to strengthen and affirm their true Self. I embrace a person-centered and solutions focused philosophy, and rely on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, depth psychology, sociology, self-compassion and resiliency work.
Heather Reynolds LPC-S, Live Better Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, ICP, FMCHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77808
Are you worried that you will never feel better? You want more, but are unsure how to get there. You deserve better! Life is too short to live trapped in anxiety/depression, unhealthy relational patterns, overwhelming fear, & trauma wounds from the past. I help you to identify the root cause and be free from those burdens that bog you down to live the life you want, discover peace, find joy & live better. I am here to walk with you each step of the way as together we navigate the path forward. When you take that brave step to reach out, I'll contact you back. EMDR, IFS & IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback.
Are you worried that you will never feel better? You want more, but are unsure how to get there. You deserve better! Life is too short to live trapped in anxiety/depression, unhealthy relational patterns, overwhelming fear, & trauma wounds from the past. I help you to identify the root cause and be free from those burdens that bog you down to live the life you want, discover peace, find joy & live better. I am here to walk with you each step of the way as together we navigate the path forward. When you take that brave step to reach out, I'll contact you back. EMDR, IFS & IASIS Micro Current Neurofeedback.
Jamie Manning
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CAGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77802
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with adults ages 18 to 65+ in search of individual therapy to address the following: grief, anxiety/depression, and adjustment issues related to life changes and stressors across the lifespan. I utilize primarily cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and existential approaches, but will work to align my therapeutic approach with your specific needs and values. Since the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of success in therapy, I will provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space for you to explore and grow.
I specialize in working with adults ages 18 to 65+ in search of individual therapy to address the following: grief, anxiety/depression, and adjustment issues related to life changes and stressors across the lifespan. I utilize primarily cognitive-behavioral, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and existential approaches, but will work to align my therapeutic approach with your specific needs and values. Since the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of success in therapy, I will provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative space for you to explore and grow.
Libby Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an autistic person, my treatment is embedded in a philosophy of affirming care that respects neurodiversity and differences. I have an affinity for providing services to LGBTQ+ teens. I work collaboratively to figure out each individual's goals and treatment needs. My clients have often felt misunderstood, unseen, marginalized, and/or have experienced challenges with substance use. In our work together, I seek to provide clients with an experience of repair: if I don't understand, I will clarify and try harder. If I mess up, I will apologize. More than anything, I will always do my best to see the person in front of me.
As an autistic person, my treatment is embedded in a philosophy of affirming care that respects neurodiversity and differences. I have an affinity for providing services to LGBTQ+ teens. I work collaboratively to figure out each individual's goals and treatment needs. My clients have often felt misunderstood, unseen, marginalized, and/or have experienced challenges with substance use. In our work together, I seek to provide clients with an experience of repair: if I don't understand, I will clarify and try harder. If I mess up, I will apologize. More than anything, I will always do my best to see the person in front of me.
Shelly Coufal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bryan, TX 77803
“Life can take you where you least expect it to, and it can throw you for a loop. One of the hardest things to do, is to reach out and ask for help, but it is also the most courageous thing to do. As a therapist, I work collaboratively with people to develop a life plan that will promote their life satisfaction. I believe each individual is unique and it is important to develop a safe therapeutic relationship to work together on your desired life goals" Shelly Coufal, MA, LPC, NCC
“Life can take you where you least expect it to, and it can throw you for a loop. One of the hardest things to do, is to reach out and ask for help, but it is also the most courageous thing to do. As a therapist, I work collaboratively with people to develop a life plan that will promote their life satisfaction. I believe each individual is unique and it is important to develop a safe therapeutic relationship to work together on your desired life goals" Shelly Coufal, MA, LPC, NCC
Tara Emerson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77802 (Online Only)
Do you constantly feel like you’re on the outside looking in? Is your past keeping you from connecting with the people around you? Maybe it even pulls you away from the ones you care most about. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way but one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’ve made the brave decision to understand who you are and how your past has shaped you so you can live the life you want. Even though it’s scary, you’ve decided to heal and I’m ready to go on that journey with you.
Do you constantly feel like you’re on the outside looking in? Is your past keeping you from connecting with the people around you? Maybe it even pulls you away from the ones you care most about. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way but one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’ve made the brave decision to understand who you are and how your past has shaped you so you can live the life you want. Even though it’s scary, you’ve decided to heal and I’m ready to go on that journey with you.
I redirected my career after working in retail for many years. I found that counseling was helpful in making effective changes in my own personal life and decided to return to school and become a counselor. I have worked with children and families, adults, teens, and seniors utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to help others make changes in their lives also. I believe in holding people accountable for making those changes while walking alongside them to help guide them in the direction that they need to go. I am encouraging and help people find the path to the changes that they want to make in their lives.
I redirected my career after working in retail for many years. I found that counseling was helpful in making effective changes in my own personal life and decided to return to school and become a counselor. I have worked with children and families, adults, teens, and seniors utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy to help others make changes in their lives also. I believe in holding people accountable for making those changes while walking alongside them to help guide them in the direction that they need to go. I am encouraging and help people find the path to the changes that they want to make in their lives.
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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.