Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Shirley, NY
Browse Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Shirley, New York. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
CFT
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 Shirley, NY (Online Only)
CFT
Harriet Casey
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I know life is incredibly tumultuous right now. I am pleased to welcome new clients to my practice. It is my privilege to walk with you as you navigate through life’s challenges and find the unique solutions that will work for you.
43 Years Experience
Online in Shirley, NY
CFT
Judith Rapley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Receive help from someone who relates to you and has been there like you, in many instances. This includes some immigrant, racial, religious and gender issues, that I too have experienced that especially sensitize me to yours. So stop looking! Let's work together!
16 Years Experience
Online in Shirley, NY
CFT
Neha Chawla
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT, LP, FIPA
I believe that taking the time and effort to self-reflect, observe ourselves and delve deeper into the root causes of our conflicts, challenges, painful relationships and difficult realities is a worthwhile endeavor. The process of turning inward, inquiring into yourself and getting to know your own mind is a vital self-investment that can help you experience this life with more depth, freedom and contentment. Together we can discover important insights, new coping strategies and engender a sense of clarity and purpose in a safe, meaningful and non-judgmental therapeutic space.
I have experience working with individuals and couples, often but not limited to issues around stress, depression or anxiety, burnout, career conflicts, unhealthy relationships patterns, communication issues, divorce, family conflicts, parenting challenges, creative blocks, social anxiety, sexuality, loss/grief, child and adult trauma and illness (chronic or terminal). Having served as a therapist in multiple settings from mental health clinics, hospitals, schools, universities and hospice care, my practice has spanned a wide variety of ages, settings and demographics.
I am passionate about my work and supporting people as they heal and grow and so, I invite you to meet with me for an initial consultation and decide for yourself whether we are a good working match.
18 Years Experience
Online in Shirley, NY (Online Only)
CFT
Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counselor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Life can feel so heavy when anxiety won’t let your mind rest, when fear wakes you at night, or when stress and self-doubt erode your confidence and faith. When burnout creeps in and relationships begin to crack, holding it all together can start to feel overwhelming.
At Rising Calm Center, we understand that weight. Our Christian counselors help young professionals, couples, and families find calm, rebuild trust, and walk in the peace Jesus promised—rather than performing under the pressures this world demands.
We integrate faith-based wisdom with evidence-based care, drawing from CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, Gottman, EFT, Narrative Therapy, trauma-informed work, tapping, and breathwork. This combination helps you retrain your nervous system, heal emotional and spiritual wounds, and live with genuine peace.
Clients often come to us struggling with anxiety, insomnia, panic attacks, grief, burnout, relationship conflict, or a sense of spiritual disconnection. Here, you’ll find compassion, honesty, and practical tools to feel safe in your body and centered in your spirit again.
What we offer:
• Free consultations for new clients — relief can start now
• Same-week availability, including evenings (Mon–Thu until 8 p.m.)
• Sliding-scale rates for affordable care
• In-person, telehealth, or phone sessions
You don’t have to face the storm alone. There is calm on the other side—and together, we can find it.
14 Years Experience
Online in Shirley, NY
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Shirley, NY Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Shirley, 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 |