Compassion-Focused Therapy | Therapy Type

Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) focuses on assisting individuals who suffer from self-criticism and shame which can lead them into other mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. CFT is a varied therapy which uses approaches from neuroscience to Buddhism.

Therapists specialising in Compassion-Focused Therapy

David Littlechild

Systemic Psychotherapist

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David Littlechild

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I'm a qualified Systemic couple and family psychotherapist and mental health clinician with twenty years of experience working in the NHS mental health services. I'm registered with the Association of Family Therapy and accredited with the UK Council for Psychotherapy. I currently work in the NHS c...

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I'm a qualified Systemic couple and family psychotherapist. I completed my training at King's College London and have an MSc in Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapy. I'm a mental health clinician with twenty years of experience working in the NHS mental health services. I'm registered with the ...

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Anger ManagementBehavioural TherapyBrainspottingCollaborative Couple TherapyCompassion-Focused TherapyDepth TherapyEmotionally FocusedEnergy PsychologyExistentialExperientialFamily TherapyGestalt TherapyGottman MethodHolisticHumanisticIntegrativeInterpersonal Therapy (IPT)MindfulnessMotivational InterviewingNarrativePerson Centered TherapyPsychoanalysisPsychoanalyticPsychodynamic TherapySolution Focused Brief Therapy

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Hannah Puddephatt

Clinical Psychologist

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Hannah Puddephatt

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I’m a Yorkshire born, Newcastle trained Clinical Psychologist living and practicing in South London. A quote I find myself coming back to is ‘shame dies when stories are told in safe places’. We all have our own unique story and the essence of the therapy I offer is to create a safe space for ...

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I am privileged enough to have spent almost 10 years working in the NHS hearing the stories of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. I started working with children and young people and over the years have worked on inpatient units, in the community, with schools, with care homes and older adults...

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Compassion-Focused TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Family TherapyMindfulness

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Patricia A McGillicuddy

Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist

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Patricia A McGillicuddy

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As a person of mixed white heritage and having lived experience of growing up feeling different from the hosting culture, has given me insight into its effect and the impact it has on how we interact with the world. The internal dialogue we have with ourselves plays a part in our ability to fit in. ...

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As an Accredited Member of the BACP I offer an authentic and ethical service in my practice. I have 19 years post-qualified experience working with issues such as anxiety, stress, addiction, depression, divorce, sexual abuse, self-esteem, blockages, and patterns, communication issues, relationsh...

Therapy Type

Addiction TherapyAnger ManagementCompassion-Focused TherapyExperientialHumanisticIntegrativeMindfulnessPerson Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution Focused Brief TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)

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Anna Lose

Clinical Psychologist

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Anna Lose

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My name is Dr Anna Lose and I am a qualified Chartered Clinical Psychologist, with a number of years of experience working within the NHS and privately.

Background

I offer therapy services to adults, children, and families with a wide range of difficulties and concerns. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals of different age groups and in a variety of settings, including in people’s homes, schools, NHS clinics, and on inpatient wards. I have...

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Anger ManagementBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Therapy (CT)Compassion-Focused TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)MindfulnessSolution Focused Brief Therapy

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Christina Mills

Transformative Coach, NLP Master Coach Practitioner, Stress Management Consultant

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Christina Mills

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What would you like to do? How would you like to change? With nearly 30 years therapeutic coaching experience, I can offer professional and experienced help in areas such as confidence, relationship coaching, career change and finding your life purpose or direction. I also specialise in business and...

Background

Transformative Coaching, Personal Coaching and Mentoring, Consultant Hypnotherapist, Stress Management, Anxiety Management, Spiritual/Personal Development, EFT/Tapping Practitioner, NLP Master Practitioner and Qualified Trainer, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher.

Therapy Type

Addiction TherapyBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Therapy (CT)Collaborative Couple TherapyCompassion-Focused TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)EclecticEmotionally FocusedEnergy PsychologyHolisticHuman Givens PsychotherapyHumanisticImago Relationship TherapyIntegral TherapyIntegrativeInterpersonal Therapy (IPT)MindfulnessNarrativeNLPPerson Centered TherapyPsychoanalysisPsychosexual TherapyPsychosynthesisSolution Focused Brief TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)Transpersonal Psychology

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Dafiny Alves

Counsellor |Clinical Supervisor

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Dafiny Alves

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Hello, my name is Dafiny Alves. I am an integrative counsellor and Clinical supervisor, also a certified anxiety practitioner. anxiety—and trauma-informed practitioner and a member of the BACP and NCPS. I specialise in working with neurodivergent young people and young adults. As an Integrative ...

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I have experience counselling a diverse range of people; pre-teens, adolescents, young adults, from different cultural backgrounds including neurodivergent people like me, since 2018 when I first started counselling, my experience has been in school settings, independent mental health charities, I a...

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCompassion-Focused TherapyExistentialHumanisticIntegrativeMindfulnessPlay TherapySand TraySolution Focused Brief TherapySomatic Therapy (Body Centered)

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Jinny Gupta

Psychotherapist and Counsellor

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Jinny Gupta

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My name is Jinny Gupta (UKCP, MBACP) and I am a psychotherapist with a private practice in West London (Chiswick), offering therapy to adults both online and in-person. I have a special interest in working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression and issues concerning relationships, work ...

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I completed my training at Regent's University, London, with a distinction in UKCP accredited Advanced Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy (ADIP). In addition to running a private practice, I provide clinical supervision to trainee psychotherapists at Headstrong Counselling in London. I also of...

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Compassion-Focused TherapyDepth TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally FocusedExistentialExistential TherapyGestalt TherapyHuman Givens PsychotherapyHumanisticIntegrativeJungian TherapyMindfulnessPerson Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTranspersonal Psychology

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Esther Cole

Dr Esther Cole

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Esther Cole

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As a third-generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients from all walks of life. I have a passion for men’s mental health, and for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and...

Background

I trained at Oxford and Surrey University. I work across the lifespan with adults, children and families.

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Anger ManagementBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Compassion-Focused TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)IntegrativeMindfulnessMotivational InterviewingNarrativePerson Centered TherapySolution Focused Brief Therapy

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Jannelle Johnson

Trauma Therapist

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Jannelle Johnson

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You know your life isn’t where you want it to be, but the next step feels unclear. Maybe your mood changes unexpectedly, your self-confidence is low, or you find it hard to make decisions, set boundaries or communicate your needs. These patterns can feel impossible to break, and talking about t...

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I have a Level 4 Diploma Qualification in Therapeutic Counselling and I specialise in supporting clients to rebuild a broken relationship with themselves which could manifest in a range of ways that effect the way they navigate their lives. Some of these ways come under the umbrella of anxiety, depr...

Therapy Type

Compassion-Focused TherapyEmotionally FocusedExistentialHolisticIntegral TherapyIntegrativePerson Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution Focused Brief TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)

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Karen Hayley

KAREN HAYLEY BA (Hons) C.Hyp SICH.D.Hyp. SICH.CNLP Practitioner

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Karen Hayley

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I’m qualified and experienced Hypnotherapist, Coach & Integrative Therapist. (My Psychotherapeutic qualifications include CBT, Gestalt, Person-centred therapy, Jungian, Psychodynamic & Transactional analysis). In addition to Hypnotherapy, I offer clients integrative psychotherapy, coaching, mindfu...

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I work with people from diverse backgrounds and have experience of working with a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, and issues of empowerment and authenticity. I'm committed to keeping up-to-date with cutting-edge research and developments in my area...

Therapy Type

Art Therapy / PsychotherapyBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Compassion-Focused TherapyExperientialExpressive Art TherapyHolisticHypnotherapyIntegrativeJungian TherapyMindfulnessNarrativeNLPPerson Centered TherapyPlay TherapyPsychoanalysisPsychodynamic TherapySomatic Therapy (Body Centered)Transactional Analysis (TA)

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Monika Smolar

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Monika Smolar

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I have lived in several different countries and speak a number of languages. I have over twenty five years of experience working as a psychotherapist and counsellor in a wide variety of settings with a large variety of clients; a university (the LSE), primary and secondary schools, eating disorder c...

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I taught English for a while and then spent nearly thirty years working as a counsellor and psychotherapist with both individuals, couples and groups. I have experience running stress management groups, self-esteem groups and bereavement groups for students. I have also trained students in counselli...

Therapy Type

Anger ManagementBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Therapy (CT)Collaborative Couple TherapyCompassion-Focused TherapyDepth TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Dynamic Interpersonal TherapyEclecticEMDREmotionally FocusedExistentialExistential TherapyExperientialHolisticHumanisticIntegral TherapyIntegrativeInterpersonal Therapy (IPT)MindfulnessNutritional therapyPerson Centered TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyPsychosexual TherapyReality TherapySolution Focused Brief TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)Transpersonal Psychology

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Léa Beretti

Clinical Psychologist

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Léa Beretti

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I moved from New Caledonia to Australia and the United Kingdom from a young age. Although this has given me incredible life skills, such as being fluent in French and English and learning about different cultures, I also had to adapt and assimilate into territories and unknown cultures. This has con...

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I am a chartered clinical psychologist, and HCPC registered (PYL043581), currently working in an NHS HIV/Sexual Health service. Throughout my career in the NHS, I have gained experience, and am able to work with a wide range of mental health and well-being difficulties. I have worked with childre...

Therapy Type

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Anger ManagementCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Compassion-Focused TherapyHumanisticIntegrativeMotivational InterviewingNarrative

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Chloe Marvin

Counsellor

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Chloe Marvin

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I’m Chloë - a Gestalt humanistic therapist. I’m passionate about therapy that empowers you to build self-awareness and supports you through life’s difficulties. My practice is based on principles of inclusion, compassion, acceptance and authenticity.

Background

My background - Extensive experience in mental health and disability policy and advocacy - Working and volunteering for charities supporting women affected by the criminal justice system, young people, and disabled people - Advancing equality in the workplace Qualifications - Diploma in Ges...

Therapy Type

Compassion-Focused TherapyExperientialGestalt TherapyHolisticHumanistic

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Jade Elizabeth

Hypnotherapy | NLP Practitioner | Mindset Coach

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Jade Elizabeth

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I am trained in Hypnotherapy, Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), Mindfulness & Mindset Coaching

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I have worked in private practice for 5 years. I am a motivational speaker on self love and addiction recovery, and run Self Esteem Workshops throughout Sussex. I also specialise in anxiety related disorders and have several years experience in Mental Health and substance misuse. I have lived experi...

Therapy Type

Addiction TherapyAnger ManagementBehavioural TherapyCognitive and Behavioural TherapiesCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Therapy (CT)Compassion-Focused TherapyEmotionally FocusedEnergy PsychologyExistential TherapyHolisticHypnotherapyIntegrativeMindfulnessNLPPerson Centered TherapySolution Focused Brief Therapy

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