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
Each of us has had periods of struggle or times of dissatisfaction in our lives; or perhaps a desire for greater personal well-being. The decision to seek therapy may be the result of experiencing depression, anxiety, facing challenging life transitions, relationship difficulties, or having experienced traumatic events. Sometimes we do not know precisely what changes we are seeking. Whatever th...
For the past 20 years, I have worked with families, couples, adults, and adolescents. Using cognitive-behavioral theory with narrative techniques, I help empower clients to explore areas within their lives that present challenges and inhibit change, and assist them with finding solutions that will work for them. However, I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is a vital component with...
Sharon received her BA in psychology from Mary Washington College, her M.Ed. in counseling, and completed a counseling practicum from the University of Georgia. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia, an LPC and LMFT in Oklahoma, a National Certified Counselor, as well as a National Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She has also served a three year term on the...
“The place of true healing is a fierce place. It’s a giant place. It’s a place of monstrous beauty and endless dark and glimmering light. And you have to work really, really, really hard to get there, but you can do it.” ~ Cheryl Strayed I specialize in helping individuals and couples experience true healing and re-discover their meaning and purpose in life. I am experienced in a variety of...
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Yotaron Enrichment and Resource Center is focused on providing high-quality, evidenced-based, therapeutic interventions for youth and their families who face mental health and substance abuse challenges. We are committed to addressing the needs of children. Troubled children, adolescents, and young adults are encouraged to challenge their current thinking patterns in order to address and improv...
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Dr. Jones is the owner of The Center for Counseling, Coaching, and Education, PLLC, or “CFCCAE-PLLC”. Dr. Jones is an Educator, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Board Certified Coach, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, with over two decades of experience. The Center provides the following services: Counseling - MH and SA; Coaching - Executive,...
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS TODAY** Welcome! There comes a time in everyone's life when talking to someone is a healthy step in bringing peace and balance to ones life. If you are reading this, you are one step closer to deciding if talking to a therapist is right for you at this time in your life. My goal is to help you feel comfortable and safe in the therapeutic process. To help build trust, tha...
Meeting the needs of Individuals,Couples and Families who are struggling. Assisting those to develop healthy individual skills and relationships. With 35 years of Clinical experience. Are you an individual who suffers from: Anxiety and fear of rejection *Depression and sadness *Outbursts of anger and resentment *Childhood abuse and trauma *Marital strife and conflict *Compulsive behavior *Poor...
Science has shown that mental health issues might not be only genetic, but also the result of current of past adverse experiences, causing unwanted symptoms to appear. As human beings we need connection with others and psychotherapy might be a powerful tool to help heal emotional wounds. ESPAÑOL: Ciencia ha demostrado que trastornos de salud mental no solo pueden ser genéticos pero también el...
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