Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts MA
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Compassion-Focused Therapy (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 Massachusetts (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 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 Massachusetts (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (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 Massachusetts (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW-QS, CCTP
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc. is a group of highly trained professionals providing mental health services based in Columbus, Ohio. We work with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan, focusing on young adults. We are also experts in LGBTQIA+ and ENM/ polyamory. Many of our clients have found great success in many facets of their lives but struggle to manage their emotions and stress. We are particularly sensitive to those experiencing life transitions like moving, a breakup, changing jobs, graduating, or beginning a new relationship when self-doubt and increased anxiety and depression can emerge.
Our approach is rooted in evidence-based treatment that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are related so that they can begin making targeted and sustainable changes. Our clinicians blend person-centered therapy with cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectal behavior therapy, motivational interviewing and acceptance, and commitment therapy. We help clients understand their physical and emotional responses to stressors and learn to problem-solve ways to introduce moments of calm, to choose to respond rather than react in the face of change.
Cook Counseling and Consulting Inc. focuses on ensuring our clients see real progress. We are warm, laid back, and affirming. We are sensitive to the influence of past experiences on present challenges, and we work closely with clients to reframe the narrative of their life in a way that increases self-confidence and self-compassion. Our priority in starting with a new client is ensuring that they feel safe, heard, and like an equal partner in the therapeutic process. We offer the convenience of remote sessions to help make therapy a core component of your self-care calendar.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Michael Ruben Couples Counselor
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
My expertise is working with couples to help them navigate their communication, intimacy and connection concerns. I utilize Gottman method, ETF, and problem solving therapy to help you develop a closer bond. Discover you and your partner's love languages, develop successful conflict resolution skills, and restore that " loving feeling". I have over 30 years of experience, trained at Columbia University. I offer a 20 minute complimentary consulation so you can better understand my approach. Personally I am happily married, father of four and enjoy running, baking, music, theatre, yoga, ceramics and dancing. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
36 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, MA Massachusetts
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Amherst, Massachusetts average 17 years of experience and charge around $172 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (82%), and Women's Issues (57%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$172
Accept insurance
61%
Offer sliding scale
57%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
Online Only |
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| 39% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 57% | Women's Issues |
| 57% | Stress |
| 54% | Self Esteem |
| 50% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 50% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 75% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 46% | Military / Veterans |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |