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
I am a psychotherapist specializing in individual, couple, and group therapy with adults. I work with people from all backgrounds including the LGBTQ+ community and individuals with diverse cultural and religious orientations. My approach is warm, collaborative, and integrative. I aim to create a supportive environment where you feel both understood and challenged, while providing practical too...
( English | español ) You've been wanting to focus on yourself and your growth. You might even be wanting to strengthen your relationships. Maybe you've thought about sharing your challenges with others but don't believe they are important enough, or don't want to burden others with your problems. Maybe you've actually thought about therapy but don't know where to start. As a bilingual therapis...
****Currently accepting clients for Telehealth Therapy.**** Welcome! Having someone listen to you, without judging or minimizing what you feel and think is so important. Together, we can help you gain clarity, set goals, and take steps toward healing. I provide a safe space in my practice to allow for all stages of self-discovery and wellness for you or your family. Reaching out for help can be...
Are you a woman (Cisgender or Transgender+)/Do you identify as a woman? Are you a veteran struggling with issues in civilian life? Are you experiencing challenges as you come-out and attempt to live authentically as LGBTQI+? Are you dealing with acculturation or inclusiveness issues as a member of the Hispanic/Latino (Latinx) community? Are you a caregiver who provides care for a loved one with...
Hi, my name is Tammy Vaughn. My clients, whether children or adults, tell me they feel comfortable with me because I'm friendly and relatable. My client centered approach is important to me because I believe that clients must feel heard, understood and helped. After a crisis, my clients often reach out to me again because they need support and to be heard or to create a plan. Some clients have...
Life is hard AND there is hope! As my clients work through their issues/concerns, whether it be grief/loss, struggles in their relationships - both romantic and platonic, and/or postpartum hurdles, it is a joy and honor to walk alongside them and show them that hope. I focus my work on those seeking counseling for Perinatal Mood Disorders (such as Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety),...
Feeling stuck? Hopeless and that nobody can really help you? Every day is a losing battle with the darkness, the intruding thoughts, the racing heart. No matter how hard you try, the pain keeps you prisoner. Your loved ones keep asking if you're okay and you don't know how to explain. Sound familiar? You are not alone. You don't have to live this way! You can reclaim your life. I specialize in...
Welcome to my counseling practice. I know that it can take a lot of strength to make that initial call, and I especially enjoy working with those who are new to therapy. When you take that first step, you’ll be met with a warm, supportive partner who understands that the therapeutic relationship is essential to facilitating meaningful self-discovery. I am a licensed professional counselor with...
My focus is directed towards a client’s strengths. In today’s society it becomes Increasingly difficult to just “keep up”. I focus on the positive aspects to include client’s abilities, talents and resources that helped them achieve satisfaction. When feeling imbalanced or down on oneself it sometimes is difficult to recall or even identify the strengths that got you to a good place, that’s whe...
Working with children and families was an easy decision for me that began in High School during my years as a Peer Counselor. My belief is that all children and adults need someone they can express their thoughts, feelings, and emotions to. Everyone needs someone they can confide in, someone they can feel safe and comfortable with. My drive, as a counselor, is to give children and families that...
I specialize in focused treatment for individuals who are suffering from the after effects of trauma and other stressful events. As a PTSD researcher, I use my specialized knowledge to tailor evidence-based treatments to each person's needs with compassion. I have worked with people who've experienced a variety of terrible events, such as combat, accidents, abuse, sexual assaults, and near deat...
As a Therapist, I have a heart to nurture, respond and support people through their emotions and life experiences. I also have an eye for insight that helps me to challenge my clients in areas that would encourage growth. While my overall passion is helping people, I specifically find that aiding others in sorting through their relationships in their lives (romantic, familial, professional, etc...
Ever found yourself thinking, “I’m overwhelmed.” Sometimes it can feel like Life throws rocks at us that we can’t avoid. I would like to help you face these challenges head on and assist you with strategies to help deal with these issues. I specialize in helping children, teens & adults, including those individuals with a neurodevelopmental disorder, deal with feelings of depression, anxiety,...
Are you feeling hopeless? Unhappy? Anxious and trouble identifying triggers? Stuck? Do you have conflict within your relationships? My goal is to guide clients towards Hope, Happiness, and Healing through self-exploration, analyzing thoughts and beliefs, and making positive behavioral changes. During the initial visit, through exploration and open-ended questions, I will identify your presentin...
If you wrestle with depression, or anxiety, or mood dysregulation, I can help. If you have relationship challenges, I can help. Couples who began their lives with strong attraction sometimes feel the fondness and admiration they once had slipping away, and end up living in bitter disappointment. I've helped countless couples regain that spark and learn to nurture the love that first brought the...
