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
Paul McClellan, LCSW-C completed his Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Chicago in 2015, and he has over 4 years of clinical experience in one on one counseling, family work, and group therapy. His primary focus is providing honest and authentic communication with clients, and being a resource for active listening and problem solving. He enjoys working with adults, children, an...
*My practice is currently full and I am not taking on new clients. If you would like to be added to my waitlist, please do not hesitate to send me a message.* If stress, anxiety or depression is keeping you from living the life you want to live, I am here to help. As your therapist, I will provide an empathic, non-judgmental, and supportive space so that you feel comfortable enough to explore y...
What are your issues? What are your goals? Let's figure out what you want and why. You can become the person you want to be! I offer several modalities to work through your issues and determine goals. I am trained in Imago Therapy, Gottman Couples' Therapy, and EMDR. In addition, I utilize Narrative Therapy and IFS to parse through what is happening in your life. Let's work together to determin...
At this time I am not accepting new clients. Our current public health response to COVID-19 is going to have a unique impact on everyone. We are being asked to think globally and purposefully through this experience of increasing stress and anxiety. If you are feeling drawn to additional support or see this as a time for personal growth, therapy is a useful progressive step. I will support your...
Welcome! I believe that therapy is a partnership where you are provided a safe and non-judgmental space to further explore your experiences and how they shape your emotions, behaviors and thoughts. My goal is to support you with building awareness, developing the tools you need to shift your perspective and make the changes you want in life. I work with adolescents and adults on issues regardin...
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*** Let me help you prioritize your mental health and well-being during this unusual time. I am offering telehealth sessions to my clients as an accommodation due to COVID-19. We all need to stay safe, but continue care for ourselves. I am happy to connect on weekends, or during early mornings or evenings to meet your needs. Whatever life challenges you may have, the current disruption of...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. "It is not about the destination, it's about the journey" - Ralph Waldo Emerson First, I would like to say that I am glad you are here and excited that you have decided to embark on a therapeutic journey. There are many times in life when we make a choice to live with purpose and redefine who we are. I am here to provide guidance and help illuminate the path to findi...
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Committed to assisting clients uncover their strengths and resources for healing and growth. I utilize my background in family work, attachment and trauma to understand each client and their needs. My past work with children and families gives me an understanding of relationships and our need for connection. Trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Attachment Biobehavioral Catch-up ...
Always being the "strong one" can have consequences. When people hear the word depression, they often envision sadness, crying, and withdrawal; Yet depression can look just the opposite. As a result, the myth of what depression looks like may keep other HIGH ACHIEVING DEPRESSED ADULTS from seeking the help they need. I work with a number of different issues, but focus is placed on adults who ar...
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