Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Wilmette, Illinois IL
Wilmette Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 21% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
Online Only |
|
| 46% |
In Person and Online |
|
Top Specialties
| 92% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 75% | Depression |
| 62% | Stress |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 48% | ADHD |
| 46% | Social Anxiety |
We are proud to feature top rated Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Wilmette. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Liza Moreno
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CADC
I look forward to sharing a a safe space with you to cultivate growth and healing. I’m a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s Degree from Loyola University Chicago, a Certified Alcohol and Substance Use Counselor, and trained in Sex Therapy through the University of Michigan. Beyond the credentials, I am a passionate human that focuses on an individual's strengths and what they highlight as a problem/issue. Together we collaborate to develop a connection in where a you feel seen, heard and understood. Whether you are working through the nuance of intimacy issues, substance use, anticipatory grief/bereavement, gambling, sexual health concerns including low desire or desire discrepancy, life transitions. I walk alongside you with compassion and respect, as you learn tools that lead to healing, growing, and rediscovery and hope while developing self-awareness.
Español:
Permíteme el privilegio de crear un espacio contigo que cultive el crecimiento y la sanación. Soy una trabajadora social clínica licenciada bilingüe (inglés/español) con una maestría de la Universidad Loyola de Chicago, una consejera certificada en consumo de alcohol y sustancias, y capacitada en terapia sexual por la Universidad de Michigan. Más allá de las credenciales, soy una persona apasionada que se enfoca en las fortalezas de cada individuo y en lo que destaca como un problema/asunto. Juntos colaboramos para desarrollar una conexión en la que te sientas visto, escuchado y comprendido. Ya sea que estés trabajando con los matices de los problemas de intimidad, el consumo de sustancias, el duelo/duelo anticipado, el juego, los problemas de salud sexual, incluyendo el bajo deseo o la discrepancia del deseo, las transiciones de la vida. Camino junto a ti con compasión y respeto, mientras aprendes herramientas que conducen a la sanación, el crecimiento, el redescubrimiento y la esperanza mientras desarrollas la autoconciencia.
10 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
Triwellness Therapy is a holistic, neuroscience-informed mental health practice dedicated to empowering mind, body, and soul. We believe lasting healing happens when emotional health, physical well-being, and meaningful connection are addressed together.
Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, burnout, and life transitions. We specialize in chronic illness and medical trauma, supporting individuals and families coping with the emotional impact of ongoing health conditions, complex diagnoses, and difficult medical experiences.
At Triwellness, therapy is collaborative, personalized, and evidence-based. We integrate practical tools for nervous system regulation with deeper therapeutic exploration to create sustainable, meaningful change. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your relationship, our goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered.
Through in-person and telehealth services, we are committed to helping our clients build resilience, restore balance, and reconnect with their strength and wholeness.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Em Shea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
If you're looking for a therapist who is able to meet you where you're at with warmth, curiosity, humor, and empathy, we could be a great fit! I work with LGBTQ+ folks, neurodiverse individuals, those facing big life changes and relationship challenges. I support clients who are struggling to manage anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, ADHD, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is gentle and affirming, centered on your strengths and lived experience. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels steady and manageable for you.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Sarah Farris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
I am trained in evidence-based practices for the treatment of OCD, anxiety, panic and phobias, trichotillomania and skin picking (BFRBs), and athlete mental health. I provide a non-judgmental environment where you can address feelings of uncertainty, learn and implement new skills, and make meaningful changes in your life. Together, we will examine the challenges you are facing, set clear goals, and develop a plan to minimize the impact of stress and anxiety on your daily functioning. Building trust is fundamental to the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to meet individuals where they are at the start of therapy. My approach is goal-oriented, supportive, and collaborative.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Wolf Pack Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Wolf Pack is a team of therapists dedicated to helping you feel seen, supported, and understood. We work collaboratively to provide trauma-responsive, compassionate care for anxiety, depression, grief, neurodiversity, identity, and life transitions, supporting you in taking meaningful steps toward wellness
19 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I’m Mary Mesiha, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. Since beginning my career in 1999, I’ve had the opportunity to work with people from many different backgrounds across a range of settings. My clinical focus includes supporting clients dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and issues related to adoption. I currently hold licenses to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Illinois.
27 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In the intricate tapestry of our lives, the pursuit of happiness, safety, and love is a universal quest. Yet, for many, the journey toward emotional wellness is fraught with challenges beyond their control. Trauma, familial history, and the burdens of life can cast shadows that obscure life's inherent beauty. I believe that each individual deserves to uncover, rediscover, and reclaim life's joy and purpose.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychoanalytical therapist, I aim to guide you through this transformative process with warmth and understanding. Through welcoming and conversational counseling services, I aim to create a space where you can explore the intricate connections between your mind, body, and spirit. This holistic approach seeks to assist you in reconnecting with your higher purpose, allowing you to navigate life unburdened by emotional pain.
5 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Joanna Vergoth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, NCPsyA
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 27 years of experience providing trauma-focused, psychodynamic psychotherapy to adults with complex trauma histories. I am particularly attuned to issues of relational trauma, attachment disturbances, abuse recovery, psychosexual health, anxiety disorders, and binge eating. My practice is culturally responsive and grounded in respect for each client’s lived experience and identity. Therapy with me is collaborative, paced with care, and grounded in deep attunement. I believe symptoms are adaptations to overwhelming experiences. I help clients understand how past experiences shape present patterns, transform trauma-shaped beliefs, and reconnect with their inner strength and authenticity. If you are ready for profound healing, I would be honored to work with you
27 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Michael Keigher
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
You don’t need to have it all figured out before you reach out. In my practice, therapy is a space where the messy chaos is welcome — where you can explore your stress, identity, relationships, or life transitions without judgment. I specialize in supporting college students and young adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or unsure of what’s next. Together, we’ll process the chaos, find clarity, and create a version of healing that actually feels human.
2 Years Experience
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
I do my best to listen in the service of understanding and provide thoughtful responsiveness, which I have found helps my clients connect to their inner life and with others. Using gentle honesty and compassion, I value autonomy and collaboration to help people feel less alone while finding a sense of purpose within their lives and in the world.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Wilmette, IL
Online in Wilmette, IL Illinois