Compassion Focused Therapists in Houston, TX
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Kathryn Tipton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77006
I blend supportive techniques with various interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (for OCD), Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma, and Compassion Focused Therapy, to foster internal resilience.
I'm here to walk alongside you on your maternal mental health journey. I specialize in supporting women facing infertility, anxious pregnancies, postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Your experience is unique, and I'm here to provide a safe and understanding space. Together, we'll navigate the complexities, heal from within, and uncover your inner strength. With over 12 years of therapy experience, I provide a blend of warmth, humor, and sensitivity. You don't have to have it all together in my office. You can let go of "being all to everyone else" and spend time honoring what we often neglect - yourself.
I blend supportive techniques with various interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention (for OCD), Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma, and Compassion Focused Therapy, to foster internal resilience.
I'm here to walk alongside you on your maternal mental health journey. I specialize in supporting women facing infertility, anxious pregnancies, postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, and trauma. Your experience is unique, and I'm here to provide a safe and understanding space. Together, we'll navigate the complexities, heal from within, and uncover your inner strength. With over 12 years of therapy experience, I provide a blend of warmth, humor, and sensitivity. You don't have to have it all together in my office. You can let go of "being all to everyone else" and spend time honoring what we often neglect - yourself.
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I am an empathetic, humanistic, compassion-focused therapist. But more importantly, I am a fellow human desiring to hold space for you, your emotions, your lived experiences, and your story. As hurt occurs within the context of relationship, I believe healing can also be found there as well. Together, we will build a strong and safe therapeutic relationship where you can find solace and clarity. You'll learn to get comfortable with your emotions, explore limiting beliefs you've picked up along the way, and identify unhelpful patterns that keep you from elevating your life.
I am an empathetic, humanistic, compassion-focused therapist. But more importantly, I am a fellow human desiring to hold space for you, your emotions, your lived experiences, and your story. As hurt occurs within the context of relationship, I believe healing can also be found there as well. Together, we will build a strong and safe therapeutic relationship where you can find solace and clarity. You'll learn to get comfortable with your emotions, explore limiting beliefs you've picked up along the way, and identify unhelpful patterns that keep you from elevating your life.
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Theresa Matocha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77009
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Compassion for those struggling with difficult thoughts, feelings and life experiences along with trust in our natural capacity for healing are the basic tenants that inspire my work. Therapy can provide the time and space for healthy connection and positive growth. Interweaving research-supported therapies, I facilitate strategies that help clients discover and apply tools that promote well-being in everyday life. My goal is to build safe, therapeutic partnerships that spark resiliency and a greater sense of inner freedom, strength, peace and joy.
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Compassion for those struggling with difficult thoughts, feelings and life experiences along with trust in our natural capacity for healing are the basic tenants that inspire my work. Therapy can provide the time and space for healthy connection and positive growth. Interweaving research-supported therapies, I facilitate strategies that help clients discover and apply tools that promote well-being in everyday life. My goal is to build safe, therapeutic partnerships that spark resiliency and a greater sense of inner freedom, strength, peace and joy.
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Constance Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
Greetings and welcome to Courage and Wisdom Counseling, PLLC! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor serving all of Texas. I have over 17 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds who are navigating a wide range of life experiences. I provide compassion-focused and culturally sensitive therapy for teens and up. My ultimate goal is to provide you with effective ways of managing your current concerns and to equip you with valuable tools and insights needed to confidently move forward in the life you want to lead.
Greetings and welcome to Courage and Wisdom Counseling, PLLC! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor serving all of Texas. I have over 17 years of experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds who are navigating a wide range of life experiences. I provide compassion-focused and culturally sensitive therapy for teens and up. My ultimate goal is to provide you with effective ways of managing your current concerns and to equip you with valuable tools and insights needed to confidently move forward in the life you want to lead.
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I am an experienced psychologist who can help you work through issues that prevent you from living the life you want. I enjoy helping people who are motivated to explore, introspect, reflect, and make changes. If you have been feeling stuck, repeating troubling patterns, or feel blocked by old perspectives, therapy can help you live for what is most meaningful instead of stuck in old patterns. I have expertise helping people overcome problems related to depression, anxiety, transitions, anger, and work stress, and I feel especially passionate about helping people have healthier relationships and friendships.
I am an experienced psychologist who can help you work through issues that prevent you from living the life you want. I enjoy helping people who are motivated to explore, introspect, reflect, and make changes. If you have been feeling stuck, repeating troubling patterns, or feel blocked by old perspectives, therapy can help you live for what is most meaningful instead of stuck in old patterns. I have expertise helping people overcome problems related to depression, anxiety, transitions, anger, and work stress, and I feel especially passionate about helping people have healthier relationships and friendships.
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Your Safe Space: Therapy & Wellness, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77043 (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Siedah and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Your Safe Space: Therapy & Wellness, PLLC. I am a compassionate and dedicated licensed therapist committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional healing and personal growth. With over 5 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations facing a wide range of challenges. I specialize in providing support for individuals experiencing: Anxiety and Stress Management, Depression and Mood Disorders Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues, Communication Skills, and Self-Esteem.
Hello, My name is Siedah and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and owner of Your Safe Space: Therapy & Wellness, PLLC. I am a compassionate and dedicated licensed therapist committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional healing and personal growth. With over 5 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations facing a wide range of challenges. I specialize in providing support for individuals experiencing: Anxiety and Stress Management, Depression and Mood Disorders Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues, Communication Skills, and Self-Esteem.
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Kathryn Herman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77084
One of the bravest things a person can do is take the time to understand their own life story. I want to help you understand your life and make any changes that can help you experience life in new ways. I know making that first call to a therapist can be intimidating, but rest assured I am here to help. Therapy can be an enjoyable experience and a positive interaction! I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with couples experiencing difficulty communicating. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Hope & Harmony Therapy where I facilitate individual, couple, and group therapy.
One of the bravest things a person can do is take the time to understand their own life story. I want to help you understand your life and make any changes that can help you experience life in new ways. I know making that first call to a therapist can be intimidating, but rest assured I am here to help. Therapy can be an enjoyable experience and a positive interaction! I enjoy working with adolescents, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with couples experiencing difficulty communicating. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Hope & Harmony Therapy where I facilitate individual, couple, and group therapy.
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Amistic Wiltz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77084 (Online Only)
As human beings, we tend to feel overwhelmed with the unbalancing of life. That can look like stress, anxiety, pressure from family or peers. You are not alone. The first step in overcoming is to acknowledge. With you here, you have completed step one. That in itself is a great step forward! More info: www.therapyfocused.com
As human beings, we tend to feel overwhelmed with the unbalancing of life. That can look like stress, anxiety, pressure from family or peers. You are not alone. The first step in overcoming is to acknowledge. With you here, you have completed step one. That in itself is a great step forward! More info: www.therapyfocused.com
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Are you struggling to get through your past and living in the moment? Does it feel like you have nowhere to go because of how painful your past was? Is your day-to-day hard to get by? Navigating through trauma can be an incredibly challenging journey, and finding the proper support is crucial for healing. It can be scary for you not to know what to do and never feel like you are not good enough. Being vulnerable is a courageous step, and I commend you for that. In therapy, you will become empowered and maximize your potential.
Are you struggling to get through your past and living in the moment? Does it feel like you have nowhere to go because of how painful your past was? Is your day-to-day hard to get by? Navigating through trauma can be an incredibly challenging journey, and finding the proper support is crucial for healing. It can be scary for you not to know what to do and never feel like you are not good enough. Being vulnerable is a courageous step, and I commend you for that. In therapy, you will become empowered and maximize your potential.
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Jonni Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77062 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or a difficult relationship? Do you feel not your spectacular self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or your ability to function, at work, in your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, maybe frustrated, or emotionally lost just the thought of getting through the day, answering emails, texts or calls? Now more than ever, attorneys, female attorneys are feeling various emotions around parts of their lives. Whether you are overcoming a difficult relationship, working through a loss, finding your place in life, or moving past sexual assault, I can help.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or a difficult relationship? Do you feel not your spectacular self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or your ability to function, at work, in your career? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, maybe frustrated, or emotionally lost just the thought of getting through the day, answering emails, texts or calls? Now more than ever, attorneys, female attorneys are feeling various emotions around parts of their lives. Whether you are overcoming a difficult relationship, working through a loss, finding your place in life, or moving past sexual assault, I can help.
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Dr. Traci Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, PhD, MSSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Social Worker who has provided counseling to individuals since 2011. My practice approach is to start where you are in your life. I will compassionately listen, help you gain insight and develop tools to cope with life's challenges. I love working with clients who are going through life transitions such as leaving home, going to college, accepting a new job, getting married or having a new baby. Life transitions are normal, but sometimes living life can become so overwhelming you need someone to talk to about it. My goal is to help you cope with these changes and to move forward.
I am a Clinical Social Worker who has provided counseling to individuals since 2011. My practice approach is to start where you are in your life. I will compassionately listen, help you gain insight and develop tools to cope with life's challenges. I love working with clients who are going through life transitions such as leaving home, going to college, accepting a new job, getting married or having a new baby. Life transitions are normal, but sometimes living life can become so overwhelming you need someone to talk to about it. My goal is to help you cope with these changes and to move forward.
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My approach is designed to be inclusive and accessible, ensuring that you feel seen and heard. I utilize a person-centered, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach to guide you on the path to becoming your best self. This involves checking in with yourself and exploring emotions in a safe and supportive environment. I take a collaborative approach, recognizing that while I may be the mental health expert, you are the expert on yourself. Together, we'll work towards identifying patterns, learning coping skills, and achieving your optimal well-being.
My approach is designed to be inclusive and accessible, ensuring that you feel seen and heard. I utilize a person-centered, trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach to guide you on the path to becoming your best self. This involves checking in with yourself and exploring emotions in a safe and supportive environment. I take a collaborative approach, recognizing that while I may be the mental health expert, you are the expert on yourself. Together, we'll work towards identifying patterns, learning coping skills, and achieving your optimal well-being.
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Angela Farmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77077 (Online Only)
I am Angela Farmer, a licensed psychologist with five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults going into adulthood or early into adulthood. My therapeutic goals focus on people who are facing Anger Management, Coping Skills, Codependency, Depression, and Anxiety. The modalities I enjoy using are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Reality Therapy. My life has not been the easiest, and I feel that helps me to help my clients where they are at that moment.
I am Angela Farmer, a licensed psychologist with five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults going into adulthood or early into adulthood. My therapeutic goals focus on people who are facing Anger Management, Coping Skills, Codependency, Depression, and Anxiety. The modalities I enjoy using are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Reality Therapy. My life has not been the easiest, and I feel that helps me to help my clients where they are at that moment.
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Shlomo D. Silverstone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77071 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified grief educator with over 20 years of clinical experience. At the present time, I am only providing teletherapy. I have provided and continue to provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatment in a compassionate manner that includes children (15+), adolescents, adults, and families. I have extensive experience working with law enforcement and first responders. Taking the first step is not easy, and I am glad that you are taking that step. Please leave a voicemail with your information so that I can get back to you as soon as possible.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified grief educator with over 20 years of clinical experience. At the present time, I am only providing teletherapy. I have provided and continue to provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic treatment in a compassionate manner that includes children (15+), adolescents, adults, and families. I have extensive experience working with law enforcement and first responders. Taking the first step is not easy, and I am glad that you are taking that step. Please leave a voicemail with your information so that I can get back to you as soon as possible.
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Achieving Greatness Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77069
If you are anything like me when I was in my lowest place, I sought therapy. Nobody helped me identify the root, they only focused on the surface issues. It seemed to add more suffering on top of an already distraught situation. Suffering sucks! Life was made for living. I was tired of losing out because of what others had done to me or because I couldn’t get the solutions to my issues! If you are committed to your healing and recovery, I will take you through every step of the process to go from victim to victor! It is so exciting to be able to assist those who are tired of suffering and losing years and decades of their lives.
If you are anything like me when I was in my lowest place, I sought therapy. Nobody helped me identify the root, they only focused on the surface issues. It seemed to add more suffering on top of an already distraught situation. Suffering sucks! Life was made for living. I was tired of losing out because of what others had done to me or because I couldn’t get the solutions to my issues! If you are committed to your healing and recovery, I will take you through every step of the process to go from victim to victor! It is so exciting to be able to assist those who are tired of suffering and losing years and decades of their lives.
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Lauren Goodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77032 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anger management, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, and more. Life experiences can often leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate our emotions, leading to a sense of chaos or lack of control. If you're seeking to learn skills for managing and expressing your emotions healthily, I'm here to help. Whether you need a safe space to process stressors or traumatic experiences, I'm committed to guiding you through it. Let's begin the journey towards becoming the best version of yourself.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anger management, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, and more. Life experiences can often leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate our emotions, leading to a sense of chaos or lack of control. If you're seeking to learn skills for managing and expressing your emotions healthily, I'm here to help. Whether you need a safe space to process stressors or traumatic experiences, I'm committed to guiding you through it. Let's begin the journey towards becoming the best version of yourself.
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Arrione Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Arrione. Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt disconnected from yourself or from your life’s purpose? Perhaps you were in a hard place where it seemed like dark clouds followed you everywhere you went-and you just couldn’t find inner peace. I have been working with hurting individuals for nearly 10 years, helping them overcome personal challenges and awaken to the calm that internal harmony brings the mind and spirit. I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding a master’s degree in Social Work, and a baccalaureate in Psychology from the University of Central Florida.
Hello! I'm Arrione. Has there ever been a time in your life when you felt disconnected from yourself or from your life’s purpose? Perhaps you were in a hard place where it seemed like dark clouds followed you everywhere you went-and you just couldn’t find inner peace. I have been working with hurting individuals for nearly 10 years, helping them overcome personal challenges and awaken to the calm that internal harmony brings the mind and spirit. I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker, holding a master’s degree in Social Work, and a baccalaureate in Psychology from the University of Central Florida.
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Cypress Counseling And Behavioral Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCATP, CART, CGRS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77095
Hello! We are Cypress Counseling & Behavioral Center, named THE BEST THERAPY SERVICES & BEST PSYCHOLOGIST 2019-2020- 2021- 2022 in Cy-Fair!. We are a small/boutique style practice in Cypress. We offer Therapy services for Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families! We also offer ADHD & ADD testing for Adults as well as Immigration Evaluations. We Speak English, Spanish & Portuguese! Immediate availability and we take a range of insurance.
Hello! We are Cypress Counseling & Behavioral Center, named THE BEST THERAPY SERVICES & BEST PSYCHOLOGIST 2019-2020- 2021- 2022 in Cy-Fair!. We are a small/boutique style practice in Cypress. We offer Therapy services for Children, Teens, Adults, Couples & Families! We also offer ADHD & ADD testing for Adults as well as Immigration Evaluations. We Speak English, Spanish & Portuguese! Immediate availability and we take a range of insurance.
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Ashley Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77027 (Online Only)
No one is given a guidebook on how to navigate relationships with others or with ourselves and this missing information often leaves us feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, and unstable. At each session, we'll set goals specific to your needs to work toward immediate changes.
No one is given a guidebook on how to navigate relationships with others or with ourselves and this missing information often leaves us feeling unfulfilled, unhappy, and unstable. At each session, we'll set goals specific to your needs to work toward immediate changes.
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Kathryn Pelletier
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77063 (Online Only)
Are you a mom or woman going through a major life transition? Whether it's becoming a new parent, dealing with an empty nest, starting a new career, or any other big life change, transitions can be overwhelming. Also the day to day tasks of being a mom can be overwhelming, exhausting and feel like a burden. We as women can get lost in our roles as moms, wives, and caregivers that we no longer recognize who we are anymore.
Are you a mom or woman going through a major life transition? Whether it's becoming a new parent, dealing with an empty nest, starting a new career, or any other big life change, transitions can be overwhelming. Also the day to day tasks of being a mom can be overwhelming, exhausting and feel like a burden. We as women can get lost in our roles as moms, wives, and caregivers that we no longer recognize who we are anymore.
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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.