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
Do you want to feel heard without being judged? Are you looking for guidance through a complicated situation? I can help you with that! Sometimes we need someone to help us realize what it will take to work towards goals and to move forward in life in a positive direction. Some of the challenges I have helped clients with consist of mental illness, behavioral problems, substance abuse, grief an...
I’ve always been intrigued when I‘ve come across a cairn on a hiking trail. They’ve always seemed like a tremendous gift, a show of support left by someone who’s been there before you and wants you to also succeed on your trek. And so I use a cairn to identify my practice, as a reminder that we all can appreciate a marker to help guide us in the right direction at various points in our lives. W...
This is a huge step you have taken to begin your healing process! Childhood trauma disconnects us from the truth of who we are. We believe that somehow the hurt we experienced is our fault, we are not good enough, worthless, we don’t matter, or we should have tried harder, etc. Without healing, these beliefs follow us far into adulthood. We are left repeating dysfunctional family dynamics, copi...
**Please note I am not accepting any new clients until March 2021.** As your therapist I can provide support, help you develop problem-solving skills, and collaborate to find effective coping strategies. Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support...
Dr. Coleman treats all mental health issues from ages 19 through the life span. Both individual and couple therapy is offered. Insurances accepted are: UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Medicare, Cigna, Aetna, and others. Benefits are verified for the patient. Testing can be provided if the insurance carrier pre-authorizes it. Patients sometimes feel that they are weak when they come to therapy. They are...
I enjoy working with people in all stages of life, especially older teens, young adults, and military, veterans, and military family members. I focus on the importance of self-care since it is essential to treating the whole person and managing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, relationships, work, and other common issues. I have experience with and believe in the benefits of integrating fait...
I am here to help my clients through these difficult times by offering Telehealth counseling that is HIPAA compliant. It is important to have support and someone that will help if you are trying to cope with stress, anxiety, and/or depression. Therapy can help you gain control and find a positive path for your future. My practice deals with a variety of mental health issues that my clients wish...
I earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Loyola University and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology (Counseling Practice) from Roosevelt University. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and am affiliated with the American Psychological Association, American Counseling Association, and am a member of Psi Chi (The International Honor Society in Psychology). I began my career over 9 years...
Do you experience frequent sadness, frustration, lack of energy, problems with sleep, appetite, loss of libido? Do you feel chronically “stressed out”, experience chronic muscle tension, feelings of fear, nervousness, or inability to relax? Are you experiencing frequent memory problems, reduced attention/concentration, slowed speed in the ability to process information ? You may be experiencing...
The decision to seek treatment is not an easy one because the therapeutic process requires you to share your experiences, emotions and concerns with someone whom you've just met. I'm aware that this is often what makes people hesitant to attend therapy and I am hopeful that my personality as a therapist will help you to feel comfortable enough to participate in sessions with me. I am passionate...
Welcome to Bright Path Therapy and Wellness Center. If you are ready for a unique counseling experience designed to promote healing and wellness, contact us today. We are a team of highly trained licensed clinicians serving Alpharetta and the surrounding communities. Our center specializes in providing mental health and wellness services from a holistic approach for children, adolescents, adult...
You may have landed here because you are feeling alone and stuck. Maybe you are seeking a way to be more present with yourself, your partner, or with others. Or perhaps you have recently been faced with unbearable news and it feels that the ground beneath you has disappeared. Whatever your path, I commend you for taking this courageous step towards change. I seek to create a space for individua...
Accepting new clients for week day video sessions. I specialize in working with women who want to improve how they feel about themselves and their relationships. Many of the women I work with have known adversity. You may be struggling with sadness, anxiety, anger—all feelings which are very normal given the stressful experiences you are going through. You want to move beyond the past so you ca...
I believe every individual deserves access to therapy. Life can get stressful and overwhelming at times. Sometimes we need a safe and comfortable environment to express our thoughts and feelings. I believe every client is unique and has different needs. I enjoy building a therapeutic relationship with my clients to learn what my clients want therapy to focus on. I have experience treating a...
I have experience working with clients from 10 years old through adulthood. I enjoy providing therapy for people who are experiencing Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, OCD, or psychotic disorders like Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective disorder, as well as people who have a history of traumatic life events or current difficult transitions. I work with people who are seeking more enjoyment o...
