Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Depew, NY
Browse Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Depew, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dr. Erica Gardner-Schuster
Psychologist, PhD
I am a specialized trauma- & attachment-oriented group therapist committed to helping adults heal, grow and cultivate more fulfilling relationships and lives. In my groups, healing happens in the context of a safe therapeutic community of fellow travelers who can relate, help each other feel less alone, and support one another in making the changes needed to get more out of life. I also use a liberation psychology lens to help group members explore the intersection of cultural and identify factors and mental health and feel more confident and empowered in their lives.
Group therapy can help you find deeper meaning and connection through the practice of authenticity: "letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are" (Brené Brown). By helping you bring your full authentic self into connection, Group can help you transcend loneliness to find more fulfilling relationships. Group can help you lean into your life with more courage, compassion and vulnerability. Group can support your unique journey as you find your way home to where you belong, and to the relationships that sustain you.
16 Years Experience
Online in Depew, NY (Online Only)
Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. I understand that it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and meaningful life, and I honor that bravery. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal growth, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and move forward with confidence
2 Years Experience
Online in Depew, NY (Online Only)
Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Depew, NY (Online Only)
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 Depew, NY
Resouling Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
I (Mike) help clients put words to their inner experiences in ways that allow them to connect more deeply with themselves, leading to greater healing and freedom. Many clients share their surprise at how accurately I reflect what they are trying to express, and they often describe feeling seen and understood in our sessions. I work primarily with men, helping them identify and make sense of their emotions so they can express themselves more fully and experience more satisfying relationships.
The therapists on our team work from this same foundation. Through close, ongoing supervision, I emphasize attunement, emotional accuracy, and a steady, non-judgmental presence, so clients can expect thoughtful, relational therapy that values understanding before problem-solving.
12 Years Experience
Online in Depew, NY (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Depew, NY Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Depew, NY average 16 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (96%), Depression (82%), and Stress (69%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
56%
Offer sliding scale
69%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
In Person and Online |
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| 49% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 96% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 69% | Stress |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
| 56% | Women's Issues |
| 51% | Codependency |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 82% | Women |
| 67% | Men |
| 62% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Christian |
| 42% | Asian |