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
It is an honor to walk beside my clients as they unpack the impacts of past experiences, observe their existing environment, and identify how thoughts and patterns contribute to or are barriers to their goals. This may be talked about as anxiety, depression, defiance, anger, isolation, lack of energy, hopelessness and many other symptoms. Some clients come to sessions with specific goals and...
Erin Dorsch is a Licensed Social Worker who has over 9 years of experience. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Pittsburgh in 2011. Erin had been working in the community helping people manage Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma, and Drug & Alcohol Disorders. Erin specifically focuses on people in their environment and uses an eclectic approach to meet the client’s...
Reaching out for help can be a difficult step, but help is available. I love what I do as a professional counselor, where I am able to help individuals to overcome issues and barriers, such as: trauma, relationship troubles, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, coping, communication, addiction, personality disorders, and more. I have specialized experience in working with military members, veteran...
Now accepting NEW CLIENTS via video and phone! Are you tired of feeling like you are just going through life rather than living? Do you feel like you are always in survival mode? Do you look at others and think that they have it all together? I understand those feelings of doubt and inadequacy. You are meant for more. You deserve a life of purpose and value. While I see a variety of issues, I...
My name is a Najja Cummings. I’m from Jackson, Mississippi! I received my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Florida Gulf Coast University. I specialize in treating adults and adolescents with substance abuse issues as well as those who are struggling with depression and anxiety. Facing life's difficulties can be daunting but when you have a therapist as your teammate, challenges don’t see...
Clients work in a private, client-centered, integrative health model to increase their awareness helping them to gain confidence in addressing quality of life issues. Since the therapeutic relationship is critical to change, we will work together to address the concerns that are bringing you into treatment at this time. Years of clinical experience in a variety of settings such as clinics,...
Welcome! I'm Sophie Clauss, a licensed therapist specializing in child and adolescent therapy. If you're looking for a therapist who can connect with your child and also support you with practical guidance, you've come to the right place. I love my families and approach our work together like a team. You're the expert in your kiddo and I am an expert in understanding behavior. The 2 most common...
I am thrilled that you have decided to take a step towards finding and retaining peace in your everyday life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 9 years of experience serving clients with issues that range from depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, substance related issues, family issues, employment related issues, relationship issues, psychosis, trauma, transition issues, anger...
Every day we make choices. Some of these choices are not our best choices but we make them based upon our experiences, knowledge (or lack thereof), thoughts and emotions. The mind is amazing and our thoughts have power. I believe in the power of choice. My goal is to help people remove the barriers that impact their ability to utilize positive thought. While we cannot always choose what happens...
Are you having trouble getting over a past hurt? Do your thoughts or emotions interfere with your daily life? Have you felt betrayed by a loved one or struggle to bond with your teen? If you've faced issues such as these, I am here to help! My own personal journey and genuine desire to help people has lead me to this field. I have helped many others over the past 6 years and feel confident in m...
The Monster Under the Bed Is Real! When you become an adult, the monster moves out from under the bed and into your head. Its name? Some call it Anxiety, others call it Depression. I call it a miserable way to live. Anxiety and Depression can cripple your life. You need to go to sleep but your brain will not shut off. The mind becomes a prisoner on the hamster wheel of shame, recounting all the...
Is everything “too much” and “not enough” and “literally you can’t even” and “you don’t know” and “maybe you should talk to someone”, but also “you feel like you should be able to handle it on your own so forget it”? Okay, well, first, just because you CAN handle it on your own, doesn’t mean you have to. That’s where I come in. I believe that you can handle it too. And sometimes, when it feels...
"If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place." (Lao Tzu) Expertise. Experience. Caring. Compassion. Together, we'll create positive changes in your life. Accepting new patients after February 1, 2021 . Currently offering Teletherapy through HIPAA-compliant secure live video sessions as well as a limited number of in-office sessions. With over 20 years experience as a...
The bravest thing you can do is begin to understand your own story. Finding help and healing through therapy is a process that I find hopeful, energizing, and sacred. I love helping clients identify their challenges, discover their needs and wants, and implement solutions to build a better life. Sometimes we get trapped in one chapter of our story and need help to understand, turn the page, and...
The decision to begin therapy and the process of finding a therapist can be challenging, but ultimately extremely rewarding. I am an experienced therapist who understands that the most powerful things in life are often the simplest: to listen attentively, whole-heartedly, and with openness and compassion. I am committed to creating a safe, comforting space where you feel free to be yourself. I ...
