Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, MA
Browse Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
CFT
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I’m Mary Mesiha, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping people navigate life’s challenges. Since beginning my career in 1999, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from many different backgrounds across a range of settings-which shaped my approach to therapy.
I work with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and issues related to adoption. My goal is to meet you where you are and help you make sense of what you are going through in a meaningful and manageable way.
I am licensed to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Florida, and Illinois.
27 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
CFT
Eagle Feather Psychotherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LICSW
Natasha is Founder/Owner, of Eagle Feather Psychotherapy & has over 11 years of experience as a professional clinical therapist. She helps, individuals and couples function at their best, in their healing journey. Natasha supports individuals who seek positive change in their life, learn to become healthier & more empowered and her goal is to help patients thrive, and achieve balance.
Natasha provides treatment in a comfortable safe space and ensures individuals are respected.
Natasha supports people in their mental health journey by helping them address unwanted symptoms & personal life issues, including relationships, family, work, home & school. She is a creative, warm, supportive clinical therapist & her goal is to provide treatment with a culturally competent mental health treatment approach that is individualized.
12 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
CFT
Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I'm a firm believer that you don’t need to wait until things get really bad to start therapy.
Every person is unique, and therapy should be the same - that’s why I take a tailored, individualized approach that’s flexible to meet your needs and goals. The foundation of my work is a multicultural-feminist perspective that positions you as the expert of your own experience. I take a warm, collaborative approach to help you get clarity about who you are and how you want your life to look. I also integrate evidence-based interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and relational frameworks. My goals involve helping clients move upstream to identify and resolve systemic and personal patterns that keep them stuck and working together to find more joy.
I also believe that the personal is political. More often than not, sociopolitical systems of oppression like racism, sexism, heterosexism, transphobia, ableism, and more directly impact mental health. As a result, I take an actively anti-racist, intersectional, identity-affirming approach with clients across a broad spectrum of marginalization and privilege.
I specialize in working with college students, graduate students, young adults, and professionals in Massachusetts on a variety of common issues including: mood (anxiety, depression), identity development, life transitions and adjustment, ADHD, relationship issues, academic and career issues, and burnout.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
CFT
Peter Klein
Therapist, BABCP Accredited, BACP Registered Member
I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (BABCP) based in Richmond, London, offering both face-to-face and online therapy. I have over 13 years of experience helping people overcome difficulties including anxiety, OCD, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionism and depression.
My approach is tailored to each individual. I believe therapy works best when we develop a clear understanding of your difficulties together and create a practical plan for meaningful change. I use evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), including the UCL Case Formulation Model, alongside approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy and Schema Therapy.
I previously worked as a CBT therapist at the world famous Priory Hospital in Roehampton, where I created and delivered psychological treatment programmes, and I have been working in private practice since 2012.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, dealing with self-criticism or wanting to develop greater confidence and resilience, therapy can help you understand yourself and create lasting change.
I offer confidential online therapy sessions and therapy in Richmond, London.
14 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA
CFT
Yvette Chalifoux M.A., LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
After over a decade of clinical experience, I understand the exhaustion of carrying invisible struggles. Whether you're navigating anxiety, high achiever anxiety & perfectionism, codependency, everyday stress, life changes, issues within your relationship, or drowning in everyone else's needs but your own, you deserve more than just surviving to keep it all together. Therapy honors your resilience while creating space to breathe—without having to pretend that everything is okay. In our sessions together, you'll discover what becomes possible when you no longer carry every burden alone.
15 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, MA Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, MA average 16 years of experience and charge around $157 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (96%), Depression (82%), and Stress (71%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$157
Accept insurance
64%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 61% |
Online Only |
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| 39% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 96% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 71% | Stress |
| 68% | Self Esteem |
| 57% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 71% | Women |
| 57% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Military / Veterans |
| 43% | Hispanic / Latino |