Paul Gilbert

Paul Gilbert is a British psychologist and therapist known for developing Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). His work integrates evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, and CBT to help individuals understand and manage their inner emotional experiences. Gilbert emphasizes the importance of cultivating compassion—kindness and understanding toward oneself and others—as a means to improve mental health, especially for those struggling with shame, anxiety, or depression. His approach encourages balancing different parts of the mind to foster emotional resilience and well-being, making therapy more accessible and effective for a wide range of people.