Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) in Glasgow, Edinburgh & Online

A structured approach to therapy
Focused on meaningful change

Delivered exclusively by doctorate level psychologists
Drawing on deep training & experience

Tailored to your specific needs
Your plan reflects your life & your goals

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What is CFT?

  • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) was developed by the British psychologist Paul Gilbert and it teaches the cognition skills that regulate punitive emotions like anger, anxiety, and guilt.

  • CFT is so effective because it integrates the teachings of CBT, evolutionary psychology, and other concepts to help people develop compassionate ways of thinking.

  • The central aim of CFT is to provide people with ways to engage with challenging circumstances that may have impacted confidence.

  • In order to be successful, CFT relies upon a strong developmental relationship between a therapist and client and an understanding of one’s own emotional state.

  • CFT promotes resilience and openness and has proven to be helpful for treating mood disorders and reducing forms of depression.

How can MAPP help?

  • Taking that first step toward therapy is often the hardest part, and we are here to make it as easy as possible.

  • Our psychologists and professional therapists offer treatment that is supported by proven empirical evidence.

  • When undertaking therapeutic intervention, you will be advised on the best approach to improve your mental wellbeing.

  • Whether you are advised to take a course of CFT or another form of therapy, you can be assured that is with your interests in mind.

  • Our clients develop the skills they need to build a better under our expert supervision. In addition to this, you will be able to use the skills you learn in therapy long after your time at MAPP Psychology has ended.

  • We aim to give you the tools to manage your life better.

What results can you expect?

  • The results of CFT will allow you to have a better outlook and make positive decisions about the future.

  • Though it’s one of the more contemporary forms of psychotherapy, it is positively received by clients and especially when combined with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).

  • Reducing stress and promoting healthy coping strategies will help you contemplate your feelings without the burden of self-resentment.

  • In addition to this, CFT has been shown to help clients in social situations.

  • If you suffer from self-image issues or any compulsive disorders, then CFT may be the right treatment for you.

  • During your journey with MAPP Psychology, you will get to experience a change in outlook toward life.

  • We want to be there with you every step of the way during your challenges; all that is needed is the first step.

At MAPP, therapy starts with you.

Your psychologist takes the time to listen, then builds a plan around your goals and circumstances.

What makes that possible is the depth & range of training and experience our doctors of psychology bring to the table. Our psychologists are trained in a broad span of therapy modalities, from CBT and ACT to compassion-focused therapy, person-centred therapy and everything in between.

We fit the approach to you, not you to the approach, and regular check-ins keep it working as your needs change.

We're committed to giving you the support and tools you need to build towards a happier, healthier life.

Therapy at MAPP

Sessions start at £105 with a final year doctoral trainee, and £140 with one of our fully qualified doctors of psychology.

Our reputation

  • “Friendly and professional. Always helpful, attentive and caring.”

  • “I would highly recommend the MAPP team, especially if you’re someone who hasn’t had experience with therapy beforehand.”

  • “Could not recommend higher. Always super friendly, professional and Fraser makes you feel at ease the moment you start talking to him. Would give six stars if I could!”

  • “Excellent space to reflect and receive professional and empathetic support - I highly recommend to anyone still considering!”

  • “My whole experience with MAPP was professional and incredibly helpful. From the booking process to working with my psychologist. The whole process was brilliant.”

  • “I have found the therapy offered by MAPP very helpful and the counsellor to be engaging and supportive.”

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