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
Some of the reasons individuals seek counseling are relationship concerns, coping with life changes, stress, grief, and dealing with symptoms of depression and anxiety. I have been providing mental health services in Aberdeen for over 20 years and have experience with a variety of issues and concerns. I offer a welcoming environment where professional counseling services are provided. I have be...
When life gets difficult and feels heavy, my job is to provide support and a space for individuals to come as they are and leave feeling understood. It is when a person feels safe and understood, that they are able to do the hard work of self reflection, change, and growth. I work collaboratively with my clients to bring awareness to their thought and behavioral patterns so that they can identi...
If you are an individual that is motivated, desiring change and healing, or just seeking a good mental health checkup knowing you are on the path you embrace, you will find a good fit with me. My style is compassionate but direct. Do you appreciate openness, straightforward communication, thoughtful questions, humor, and building a strong working relationship? I will be supportive and challenge...
I believe in the inherent ability of a person to heal and make changes that will help establish a full and meaningful life experience. It is often the messages we learn subtly and hold onto, about what our experiences mean, about ourselves and the world around us, that inhibit this natural process of self acceptance and positive growth. As part of the therapeutic relationship, my hope is to...
I help people explore personal issues that have proven to be too difficult for them to manage alone. I work with adults, teens, adolescents and children struggling with depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance, PTSD, panic attacks, and stress related physical problems. Along with helping clients find relief from these issues, my approach is a holistic one aimed at supporting their overall well-be...
I believe the key to having a good therapeutic outcome, is finding a therapist who you are compatible with. I have honed my skills over the years working with adolescents and children, doing client led Play Therapy and Art Therapy. I also work with adults. My specialty is in treating depression, anxiety, issues related to divorce, blended families, self-esteem, and grief. As my client, you will...
You had amazing plans for your relationship and wanted to go through life knowing that the two of you were a team. Fast forward through all the things since then -life, work, family, kids, stress, money. It’s all happened. And you kept trying to make things better until one day you realized it just wasn’t working. Ignoring the issues weren’t helping, fighting about the issues weren’t solving...
Are you in your 20's and wanting to feel happier, less stressed, or more fulfilled? Perhaps you are stuck in feelings of sadness, anxiety, resentment, anger, or shame. Maybe you have noticed that your thoughts and emotions have become so overwhelming that they are impacting your functioning in relationships, at school or at work. If this sounds like you, I would love to help. I am most passiona...
I Love helping folks who are struggling with difficult problems. I'm a good listener and I have an unlimited number of practical suggestions and help for you. I will not give up! Together, you & I WILL get your problems solved. I have trained with some of the most experienced therapists worldwide and I have expertise in most areas that people struggle in. I've been a counselor/therapist for man...
Life is a journey, and during the inevitable times when rocky waters toss us around, it helps to have a person in your life who has successfully navigated the rivers, and made it to the other side, where the waters are calm and smooth. I have always been the person people opened up to about what was bothering them. I was born to witness your journey. I am a professionally trained counselor and ...
I'm a psychotherapist experienced in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD and more. I help people better cope with distressing symptoms and stressful situations/events, such as trauma, grief & loss, life transitions. I work with clients to find strength, meaning, joy and relief while adjusting to challenges-- whether marriage, divorce, relocation, career change, any new role or phase in life. I w...
If you are ready to learn more about yourself and develop a positive path toward growth seeking assistance can help you refocus on what's most meaningful to you. People come to therapy for many reasons, including needing help in handling stressful life transitions, to reduce psychological distress, increase one's self worth and to develop a better understanding of themselves. During therapy, we...
I have had the privilege to serve as a clinical social worker for over 15 years to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I am incredibly respectful in assisting each client achieve their personal and emotional goals. It is my personal commitment as a therapist to assist individuals with becoming comfortable with their true self, enhancing their relationship skills, and developin...
I have over 25 years of experience and I am bilingual in English/Spanish and bi-cultural in the Latino/American Culture. As a warm, empathetic and a non-judgmental therapist, I seek to help individuals to find solutions, relief, balance and insight in their own ability to cope with life's problems. Tiengo mas de 25 años de experiencia y soy bilingüe en inglés /español y bi-cultural en la cultur...
I am a licensed psychotherapist with 30+ years of experience providing counseling and psychotherapy services to adolescents (ages 14 and above), adults, couples, and families. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment, welcoming diversity and working with clients who experience a wide variety of concerns. My style is active and engaged. I believe that trust in the relationship between therap...
