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
Changing your thoughts can help to transform your life. Now, more than ever, it is important to challenge negative thinking and replace it with supportive and truth-filled thoughts. Become empowered as you learn new ways to manage stress, regulate emotions, improve relationship skills and heal painful memories that keep you stuck in the past. If you are feeling discouraged, anxious or depressed...
Do you ever feel exhausted and overwhelmed--from the past or even just getting through your day? You want to live this great life, but something is holding you back? I've felt this way, too, and I know from experience that getting the right help when you need it can lead to great things. As a clinician at Hope For The Journey, I specialize in trauma and anxiety recovery. I have advanced trainin...
***NOT ACCEPTING CLIENTS AT THIS TIME*** I view the therapy experience as a partnership between counselor and individual. My philosophy is that therapy was never meant to be a “one size fits all” practice, but rather tailored to your needs in this moment. I don’t believe that “this is just the way it is” or “life will always be this way” because these types of beliefs prevent individuals from...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with fifteen years of experience in the mental health field. I utilize a mindfulness, body-centered approach when working with adults and adolescents. I am passionate about the mind-body connection, and feel strongly that exploring thoughts, habits, patterns, and the somatic or physical experience creates long lasting and deep change. I am honored to be ab...
I enjoy seeing people do well. Life can be challenging and navigating turbulent times, daunting. It seems like our world is in a state of unrest-are you questioning who you are, and where you belong. Coping with it all is no easy task. Whatever the source of your unrest, be it emotional distress, anxiety, employment/relationship issues, and trauma/tragedy, I can help. I approach counseling from...
Center for Psychological Services is a reputable, professional agency that has provided quality therapy services for over 25 years in the St. Cloud community. Our team of therapists work with various mental health issues and provide services for children (ages 6 and up), adolescents, adults, couples and families. We believe that mental health services should be accessible to everyone. We're her...
As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create a safe and calm environment to examine beliefs, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that tend to get in the way of the life we want to live. I have experience working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, anger issues, trauma, psychosis, addiction, and relational issues. My primary approach to therapy is cognitive-behavioral, meani...
Sometimes circumstances in life can feel unbearable and we do not know how we are going to get through it. Experiencing trauma, a pandemic, racism, loss, pressures of work and/or school are some issues that make us feel anxious, alone, and depressed. Our need for inner peace and healthy coping is crucial for our mental, spiritual, and physical health. Overcoming the intense feelings of anxiety,...
**I'm not accepting clients at this time.** I value working with individuals from many different backgrounds, including folx from the queer and trans community, POC, and both college students and working adults. I’m a strong advocate for trans* health and have experience in supporting clients as they navigate gender affirming changes in their lives. A significant focus of my work involves helpi...
Living with mental health issues restricts the quality of life. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, adolescents, and children to combat the effects of trauma, stressors, and factors that prevent them from living the life they want to lead. This is my mission. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Sex Offender...
I work with individuals, couples, and families, helping them to navigate challenges that hinder the experience of the beauty and joy of life. I look to build healthy and trustworthy relationships with clients in order to tackle some of life's most difficult issues. In a confidential and safe environment, I address areas of addiction, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, marital/premarital...
"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." - Victor Frankl. To me, to be human is to experience loneliness, fear, doubt, death, loss, and other emotions. When you are "stuck" in your feelings, experiencing hopelessness, helplessness, sadness, or feeling overwhelmed, talking with others opens new opportunities and allows for a different perspective...
As a therapist I am passionate, kindhearted, and empathetic to the daily struggles impacting individuals in today’s complex world. I believe in using a strength-based perspective to help clients identify and reach goals while understanding the individual needs and desires of each client. Viewing the individual in the context of their environment allows me to gain a more holistic view of the cli...
When we are struggling to find clarity and trying to cope with life’s struggles, it is important that we feel safe and heard. As a clinician, I offer a confidential, safe, judgment-free space where goals can be processed and coping skills can be learned. My experience working with children, families, adults, and adolescents allows me to be understanding of diverse situations such as trauma, gri...
I am convinced that anyone can experience signs of anxiety or depression at some point in their life. Nowadays it is very common to get affected physically and emotionally by the stress of our world of expectations and feel stuck. With my extensive experience in the clinical field, many individuals have found the necessary help and have been able to regain their well-being. My patients' symptom...
