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
One of the goals of counseling is to gain knowledge and insight into problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, and relationship issues. I believe that a person can come into the knowledge of self to regain control, motivation, and self-worth to reach their full potential. In this I believe in establishing realistic and achievable goals for individuals and families that will bring forth true...
I began my counseling journey after realizing that many people are struggling to find their way through life. Whether the difficulties begin with stress, anxiety, depression, or a traumatic event; I'm committed to providing a confidential and collaborative approach to your care. I believe in working together to enhance the lives of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I am a Jacksonvill...
Issues of life and living can, at times, be overwhelming and painful. Navigating relationships, life stress, traumatic experiences, childhood wounds, complicated family dynamics, and even health conditions may leave you feeling stuck and unable to make change in your life. I want you to know there is hope. Therapy is a path for experiencing relief/healing and restoring deep connection with our...
**Due to COVID, there were some intake issues; everything is resolved now and I am able to take calls.** We sometimes find ourselves struggling with major life changes, day-to-day stressors, and physical health issues. These can lead to depression, anxiety, panic, and/or other negative feelings that can be overwhelming and cause disruption in day-to-day functioning and in relationships. Sometim...
My name is Kim Watkins. I hold a Specialist in Education degree in Community Counseling and have been a therapist for 11+ years. Through my experience in community mental health, substance abuse, and private practice, I believe we all do the best we can with the knowledge and skills that we have. When navigating life’s challenges becomes difficult, counseling can help. I utilize a combination o...
I offer mental health and educational related services from primary grades up to post-secondary grades and into adulthood. Given my background in School Psychology and Clinical Psychology, I try to help provide an understanding of how both of these areas can impact clients, such as how mental health can impact the process of learning. Understanding how to respond to difficult situations, such a...
Hi! My name is Ashley Abernathy and I am excited to be able to offer counseling services to you and your family. I believe in the process of counseling and I have seen the relief it can bring to those who are feeling overwhelmed, confused and exhausted. I provide a safe place to process a variety of concerns including stressors, life transitions, parenting teens, and sudden loss. My goals are t...
***Currently accepting new clients*** As a therapist, I strive to create a space that feels comfortable for you to talk about your unique journey towards greater wellbeing. I approach therapy with a belief that many of our areas of struggle often have roots in our natural adaptations to difficult circumstances. By being curious about the connections between current difficulties and past...
As of October 28th, 2020 I have limited availability. Please feel free to reach out and see if our schedules align. As a therapist my job is to create a safe space for one to gain greater self-awareness in order to achieve personal goals. Whether we are processing past trauma, exploring family history, or learning mindfulness skills I am here to support you along the way. I tell my clients that...
I understands that true empowerment in maintaining a happy and abundant life comes from a holistic and personalized approach to care. In such, in my practice, I honor the mind the body and soul in my therapeutic approach. I am my clients advocate and work alongside them to build a life that helps them find gratitude for the life they have been given. I am passionate about helping people overco...
As a person-centered therapist, my goal is to assist clients using an empathetic approach that empowers and motivates the client in the therapeutic process. Each individual has the capacity and desire for personal growth and change. It is learning to recognize and trust human potential, providing clients with empathy and unconditional positive regard to help facilitate change. In therapy sessio...
As a therapist, I seek to empower people with self-knowledge, self-awareness, and understanding. Within my practice, I find human experience can vary from day to day. Sometimes, it can feel like skydiving, oscillating between extreme highs and extreme lows. My practice serves to engage people to have a more positive experience with themselves in a safe space. I approach therapy from a place of...
I am a licensed Psychologist in New Jersey, providing individual therapy to adolescents and adults. I believe my role in therapy is to assist you in accomplishing your goals, and helping to establish “A new way" to manage with life stress, anxiety, depression, obsessions, loss, eating disorder, adjustment, and/or other areas which may be relevant to you. Together we will work to identify your...
Music is a serviceable metaphor for human relations. We navigate our lives at our chosen tempo, seeking our melody, our instrumentation and our special lyrics. We may search for movement and harmony. Dissonance, internal or with others increases tension which seeks resolution that is sometimes hard to find. You may be tired of your song or find it repetitious. Perhaps you’re unable to dance to ...
