General

Compassion-Focussed Therapy (CFT) is a model of therapy pioneered by Professor Paul Gilbert OBE. It is often referred to as part of the third wave of cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). The first wave focused on behavioural therapy, the second wave integrated cognitive therapy, and the third wave incorporated mindfulness, acceptance, and contextual approaches to enhance traditional CBT.

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