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
My typical client is a child, adolescent, or young adult struggling with depression/anxiety, ADHD or high functioning ASD. Problems with adaptation to school, peers, home life, work and community bring havoc and heartache to the client, parents, teacher, classroom or social life. Underachievement, conflict with parents and siblings, damaged self-esteem, or issues navigating healthy friendships ...
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for adults who are struggling with mood, anxiety, life transitions, self-worth, and grief. I draw on CBT, ACT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor treatment to the values, goals, and preferences of my clients. My broad goals are to help clients bring clarity and meaningful change to their lives. Toward these...
Anyone can benefit from therapy. The first step is often the hardest and I want to congratulate you on taking yours. With over 16 years of clinical experience I help people with issues related to relationships, self image/esteem and goals, while addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma. I work with adults and teens towards helping them adjust and thrive in their...
City life is stressful! Stress causes mental and physical dis-ease, impacting your relationships, your mood and your outlook. My approach is to provide deep, abiding support to help you come back to center, allowing a more resilient self to emerge. Together we will build on your strengths to address life challenges with the aim that the consultation room is a safe space where actual life...
Are you concerned about your child's stress level or low mood? Perhaps you are you just hoping to get through the day without your child having a major meltdown or lashing out. It may be time to seek support in therapy. I am highly experienced in working with children, adolescents and young adults through their 20's. I offer a relaxed, judgement-free atmosphere to help guide families through...
Native American cultures believe a decision today will impact the next seven generations. I work to keep past traumas and unwanted patterns from impacting your life now and in the future. I specialize in trauma resolution (using EMDR), managing anxiety/stress, personalizing interventions to improve school experiences, and improving family dynamics. When working with families, I give them a...
Life is full of challenges, which I view as opportunities for growth and learning. I join alongside clients age 17+ who are facing a wide range of issues including: navigating life transitions, interpersonal relationship conflicts, academic or professional challenges, adjusting to changes at home or in the family structure, exposure to abuse or neglect, establishing boundaries in relationships,...
We can all feel "stuck" sometimes in life. It may be a result of unresolved experiences from your past or present challenges that create road blocks. I believe therapy can help you explore these issues in a safe, nonjudgemental environment where your own voice can be heard and understood. You can learn more meaningful ways of living, build coping skills, and make choices that will move you forw...
I am here to provide you a safe place to work through those difficult issues and situations that are keeping you from having the optimum mental health and emotional well being you deserve. Whether you want help with a short-term situation, or something that has kept you stuck and traumatized for years, you can be assured there is help here. I am EMDR certified, and work with individuals, couple...
Counseling is about exploring. Exploring the landscapes of thoughts, feelings and emotions can lead to personal growth and positive action that can transform one's life for the better. Explorations lead to discoveries; discoveries lead to experiences and experiences lead to growth and understanding. I believe in providing a space where one can embark on such journeys of self discovery; a space...
Dr. Kleinman received her doctorate from Yeshiva University, with a concentration in Geropsychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She completed her internship training at the Bronx VA where she received substantial clinical and research experience in geriatric mental health and neuropsychology. She caters her practice towards the aging population, specifically the psychopathology and treatm...
Laura has over 30 years of experience in both public and private mental health settings and has maintained a private practice in Lafayette, LA since 1995. She offers a variety of treatment options designed to provide effective, competent, individualized psychotherapy to individuals with diverse issues and concerns. In a non-judgmental setting, clients are encouraged to achieve goals by utilizin...
Reversing maladaptive coping mechanisms and replacing detrimental thoughts, feelings and actions to goal and value oriented actions takes significant emotional, and often behavioral interventions. My goal is to help others find peace and hope in their current life situation that might be interfering with daily functioning. Working with clients who are struggling with an eating disorder is...
Currently Not Accepting New Clients. "No one ever told me that grief felt so much like fear" -C.S. Lewis. Hello, I am here to help you on your personal grief and loss journey. Having someone you love die, can feel unbearable. I have provided a safe place where your voice is heard. Grieving and mourning can take place. Death of a loved one, loss of a career and loss of relationships can all leav...
I work with people who have trouble regulating emotion. I am skilled in several different types of therapy, however, I have a significant amount of advanced training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I tend to work with people who are experiencing depression, suicidal ideation, self harming behavior, trauma and anxiety. I can tailor my treatment style to meet the unique needs of each individua...
