Problems Treated
Compassionate, evidence-based care for life's most difficult challenges.
At The Center for Compassion Focused Therapy, we recognize that human suffering is not a sign of weakness, but a natural part of having a tricky, evolved brain. We treat a wide range of psychological difficulties using a blend of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Anxiety & Mood
Anxiety Disorders
Constant worry, tension, and physical symptoms of anxiety.
Depression
Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in life.
Mood Disorders
Navigating emotional highs and lows with compassionate grounding.
Bipolar Disorder
Managing shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels.
Panic Disorder
Sudden episodes of intense fear or discomfort, often with physical symptoms.
Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects, situations, or activities.
Agoraphobia
Fear of places and situations that might cause panic, helplessness, or embarrassment.
Trauma & Stress
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Healing from the lingering effects of traumatic events using trauma-informed CFT.
Stress Management
Managing the physiological and emotional toll of ongoing life pressures.
Complex Trauma
Addressing long-term, repeated trauma, often originating in childhood.
Grief & Loss
Navigating the complex emotional terrain of losing a loved one or a significant life change.
Emotional & Behavioral Challenges
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Managing obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors with mindfulness and compassion.
Attention Deficit Disorder
Developing strategies for focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
Personality Difficulties
Fostering healthier self-concepts and interpersonal relationships.
Addictive Disorders
Approaching recovery with self-compassion and psychological flexibility.
Hypochondriasis
Addressing excessive worry about having a serious illness.
Obesity
Cultivating a compassionate relationship with health, body image, and self-worth.
Eating Disorders
Healing one's relationship with food, body image, and self-worth.
Emotion Regulation Problems
Learning to understand, experience, and manage emotions safely.
Anger Management Difficulties
Understanding the roots of anger and developing healthier ways to express and regulate it.
Shame & Self-Criticism
Transforming a harsh inner critic into a warm, supportive inner voice.
Life Transitions & Relationships
Relationship Difficulties
Improving communication, setting boundaries, and fostering deeper connections.
Life Transitions
Navigating career changes, moving, divorce, or other major life shifts.
Low Self-Esteem
Building a foundation of self-worth based on compassion rather than achievement.
Couples Conflict
Helping partners reconnect, understand each other's triggers, and communicate safely.