Compassion Focused Therapy
Cultivating or deepening compassion for the self has been a core element present both within my own practice and work with clients for many years, however I am studying this in more depth at present as part of a wider psychotherapy programme.
I have put together a collection of useful resources for clients to support anyone who may find these useful as we work together, almost all are free and there is a range of different formats to experiement with.
Resources
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Audio (all free) - guided meditations and visualisations to support your practice
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Video (all free)
What is Compassion Focused Therapy? Stan Stendl (9 mins)
Developing a compassionate mind (4 mins from Balanced Minds)
Compassionate Mind Foundation (range of videos)
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Books
A range of books are listed here by the Compassionate Mind Foundation.
Ones I have found really helpful in my own understanding are:
The Compassionate Mind - Paul Gilbert
The Compassionate Mind Workbook - Elaine Beaumont & Chris Irons
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The Self Compassion App
I have been trying out this app and like it!
28 therapeutic sessions to support anxiety & self criticism and improve confidence & self-reassurance
Videos & audio tools to support mindfulness, movement and CFT practice
Live meditation Sessions
It is £49.99 per year however as a therapist who has signed up I can offer clients a 40% discount (No benefit or revenue to me if you join unfortunately!) Click here to download