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
Accepting New Clients. When "Life" happens, it happens fast and sometimes in a way that throws what we had planned for ourselves off course. But, just because we get off track, that does not mean we are lost forever. Life was made to have highs and lows, but successfully navigating through those highs and lows will be our greatest accomplishment. My greatest passion is working with those that a...
I have openings within 4-5 weeks at this time. I joined New Leaf Counseling in Spring 2020 with over nine years of experience in therapy, case management, and advocacy work. I have worked in a variety of professional settings, and I currently work with adolescents and adults of all ages. I am accepting new individual clients ages 12 and up. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, and I enjo...
-Saturday Availability- Do you feel anxious, alone, stuck, or disconnected in your life? Has something bad happened to you in the past and it seems to be controlling how you feel and interact with others in your life today? Often times when trauma occurs, it gets locked in our body and we learn to live through life functioning from a set of beliefs and behaviors. These beliefs and behaviors may...
Seeking help can be hard, but you do not have to do it alone. If you or a family member are suffering from anxiety, depressed moods, or past experiences of trauma, know that healing can happen. For those who are looking for positive ways to better manage negative emotions and improve coping skills, please do not hesitate to reach out. I have had great success partnering with individuals and the...
A cornerstone of my belief system is that behavior is an expression of what we need. And this is no more truer than for children. The difficulty lies, however, in parenting a child with behaviors we don't quite understand. It can be frightening that, as a parent or caregiver, we don't know what to do. And, it can feel isolating. What I want to share is that it doesn't have to be overwhelming. A...
Not currently accepting new clients. My goal is to support my clients by providing a safe, accepting environment for self-exploration. Through a relational and trauma-informed approach, I am committed to affirming the experiences and journeys of everyone I work with by providing the spaces necessary to work towards positive change. I specialize in work focused on gender identity, sexual...
As a seasoned therapist my experience is with a wide spectrum of mental health issues. I have a network of mental health providers from which I seek advice to assist in doing what is best for my clients. It is my goal to lead clients to ask the questions and help them find answers that will result in a movement forward in the therapeutic process. The end result is to overcome or learn how to co...
***Currently Not Accepting New Clients*** Does your life feel stagnant? Do you find that decision making has its challenges? Do you lack coping mechanisms to navigate through life’s difficulties? Do you believe you can make the necessary changes to improve your life? I have experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, codependency...
**Accepting online only clients at this time (teletherapy).** I help people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma, and those navigating difficult life transitions. I have experience working with all ages, and particularly enjoy supporting teens and young adults. In our work together, you can expect my undivided attention, my honest feedback and a treatment tailored to your...
Therapy works. Whether you are lonesome, sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled or anxious, therapy is effective. I offer a safe and affordable space in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in fostering a strong attachment with each patient, and I am compassionate in the process. Together we can sort out negative thoughts and emotions, prioritize life...
I enjoy working with adults across a variety of life stages and life transitions. I believe deeply in the healing role of an authentic and warm therapeutic relationship. I have a passion for helping clients to gain new levels of insight, collaborating around creative and compassionate ways to address personal and professional concerns, facilitating a safe space to explore important identities a...
“Am I broken?” This is a question that many of us ask ourselves when our lives become filled with suffering. It often arises after an experience leaves us struggling to return to normal or causes chaos to become our new normal. It's something considered after comparing ourselves to the people around us, friends, family, colleagues and seeing our differences. It is something we wonder when unend...
****Accepting New Clients** I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Smith College. I completed my graduate level internship and psychiatric training at Yale Psychiatric Institute. I received my License in Clinical Social Work through clinical supervision at the Institute of Living. I have worked with children, adolescents, young adults in...
In my 20 years of professional experience as a clinician, I have had the privilege of working with individuals (children, adolescence, adult and families) who experience a wide variety of psychological distress. I support others to nurture their emotional health by providing a calming and safe space to process life challenges. I utilize strength-based and client centered approaches throughout t...
I don't believe in "this is just the way I am." Change can be very challenging, but it is possible. However, why would you be able to do it on your own? Whether you're dealing with an acute/urgent issue, an ongoing struggle or simply feel you could improve your mental and emotional performance; we can affect change in your life together. We’ll uncover barriers to your goals in life, and explore...
