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Self-criticism is a common driver of anxiety, depression & shame. @JamesNKirby & Stan Steindl explore how Compassion Focused Therapy views self-criticism & how self-compassion can help.

Intro to CFT Stan Steindl & James Kirby 18-20 March 2026 | Brisbane

Compassion Focused Therapy offers a clear, evidence-based way to bring compassion into clinical work. This 3-day Intro to CFT workshop explores the foundations of the model & how to apply them in practice. @JamesNKirby 18–20 March 2026 | Brisbane

Go to: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1453697

Here is a very brief video introducing my coming workshop Working with Grief, Shame, and Compassion in Motivational Interviewing, coming soon with Motivational Interviewing Community Connections (MICC). More info & bookings here: https://mint.thinkific.com/products/live_events/GriefShameCompassion

https://youtu.be/uv9aTh6lfMk?si=qQ_Vr9XrhnV2L7V-

Understanding the Compassionate Self in Compassion Focused Therapy. Compassion isn’t just a feeling — it’s something we train and embody.
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