Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the most researched therapeutic approaches to date. Numerous studies prove that it affects people who engage in it with the help of a qualified therapist.
CBT is effective for many mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, eating disorders, and trauma disorders. It supports the idea that people have cognitions, or thoughts, that are unhelpful that can lead to unhelpful behaviors. To change these behaviors, CBT therapists help clients examine their negative ways of thinking.
Your CBT therapist will first examine your negative thought patterns. Recognizing your unhelpful thoughts can lead to clarity about your actions. Once you understand how your unhelpful thoughts influence your behavior, your therapist will work with you to identify more helpful ways of thinking. Additionally, your therapist will help you find more positive ways of coping with negative thoughts and strong emotions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy utilizes individualized learning through homework activities that can help you more efficiently integrate the strategies you learn in therapy into your everyday life. Once you’ve incorporated some of these strategies into your daily life, your therapist will work with you to continue to reshape any negative or unhelpful ways of thinking that might arise.
Therapists Who Specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
I operate with the assumption that counseling should be safe, confidential, and helpful in practical ways. My bias is that it should be as brief as possible to meet a person's current need. I believe counseling should provide real-world help for navigating the challenging transitions of life that often interfere with progress toward our desired objectives and God designed potential. I believe i...
Many of us need an experienced caring professional to walk with us as we question, and confront our personal pain. The struggle may come in the form of loss, trauma, or overwhelming confusion. Although we often feel hopeless and helpless at these moments, the pain and struggle offer us unique opportunities for discovery and growth. l help my client work towards awareness, understanding, and...
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Anxiety and trauma can consume your life and energy. Often people want to get help but are unsure where to go or who to see. Managing anxiety is, in my opinion, is a multi-disciplinary and holistic approach to developing cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness and self-care skills while cultivating important aspects of your life and letting go of others that don't serve you. Managing anxiety is also ...
( English | español ) Not accepting new clients at this time. Your journey in life has brought you to seek therapy from a professional. Therapy has the power to improve the quality of your life if you trust the process. Should you decide to hire me for this very important job, my focus will be on helping you feel strong and confident again. In the beginning, we will spend time listening to your...
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to view my Profile Page. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and the owner of Sunshine Counseling and Consulting Services, PLLC located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. I have extensive experience in providing Behavioral Health Services. I have worked with a diverse population including youth and adults of all ages. I provide treatmen...
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As a British and American citizen I enjoy working with clients of all backgrounds. I am specifically trained to treat addictions and I work especially well with clients who have a history of abuse including incest. I also see a lot of clients who experience anxiety, personality disorders and dissociative disorders. Whether it is personal, familial or couples issues, I am here to help you realiz...
What happens when you call me? My receptionist answers the phone. When you leave a message, I personally return your call. In our first session, I will offer strategies for problem resolution. Work and personal relationships are not single strands of engagement but are intertwined. Let’s talk about how to move forward discovering what and who are significant to you. You have come to a place in...
Sometimes life stressors can leave you feeling directionless, confused, or overwhelmed. Overcoming these hurdles can be tough, but you don't have to travel this journey alone. GPS provides a unique approach to helping you map your journey to improved mental wellness. Fostering a genuine, supportive, empathic, and affirming relationship with my clients has helped them overcome many challenges. M...
I love to help people. I believe that therapy helps everyone at different parts of life. I love working with kids, adults, families, couples and teens. I use DBT and CBT to talk about mindfulness, awareness, perspective and trauma. I am trauma certified and enjoy helping people with the good and bad traumas of life. Working on your goals is very important. I like to think that we work on you as...
