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 believe in establishing a collaborative relationship to facilitate effective communication and counseling/therapy, that provides the best outcomes. In therapy, I am supportive, compassionate and present with individuals both in times of struggle and need, as well as, times of progress and achievement. I work hard to meet each individual where they are and actively listen to and respect where...
I understand that in life we each come across many different challenges. I'm also aware that seeking therapy can be just as sensitive and difficult. I believe it is important to provide my clients with a welcoming and comfortable environment in order to help develop true self-acceptance, strength, and resolution to these challenges. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are...
I have worked with children adolescents, individual adults of all ages, and couples & families. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, spiritual conflicts, and major mental health problems. I have worked with schools, faith communities, employers, physicians, and other therapists to understand the challenges confronting my clients. We often discover connections between...
I hold a MA from Wake Forest University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and MS in Administration of Justice with special focus in Forensic Mental Health Treatment. I am a master level trained behavior specialist in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am an experienced therapist and hold licenses in Pennsylvania and Ohio with licensure pending in New York State. I also have a passion for groups...
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues or just need someone to speak with regarding managing your current situation? The clients I work with are in a place of being or becoming stagnant and not knowing how to make the next step. This could be due to past decisions, trauma, relationships or current situations. My clients want to live their best life possible and need insi...
***NO LONGER TAKING NEW CLIENTS AS OF 8/12/2020*** I believe everyone has the inner resources to heal and grow to their fullest potential. With a supportive, empathetic and fully present guide, that healing can be accessed and challenges can be overcome, often in a short span of time. If you are motivated, now would be the time to get help. For the past 11 years, I’ve been working with children...
"When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine." Supporting others through difficult times has been a life-long passion of mine. I am a welcoming and enthusiastic therapist with the ability to help youth manage their behavior and emotional state in a moment of crisis or through major life transitions. I have a unique ability to see the strengths in each individual I meet. I am known for bei...
Is it hard just to function and get through the day? Ready for a change? Most of my practice is based on the use of Rapid Resolution Therapy brain-based techniques as it is gentle, fun and quick; relieving unwanted symptoms in as little as 1-3 sessions. I am also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and a Prepare and Enrich Facilitator as well as trained in traditional therapeutic...
Hello! I believe the power of therapy lies in improving your relationship to the world, the people close to you, and ultimately to yourself. I use our relationship as our guide in your journey to heal, transform, and navigate life's challenges. While I provide therapy to people from all walks of life, I especially enjoy working with gay, lesbian, queer, trans, and nonbinary individuals and peop...
Hi there! Welcome to my practice. Clients describe me as authentic, wholehearted, creative, fun and compassionate. I believe healing is a journey built upon trust and safety in vulnerability. My approach is client focused, strengths-based, creative and individualized. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, identity and life transitions. I also specialize in treating comple...
Self-care is a necessity and often times our mental health can be neglected as we go through our busy lives. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, everyday stressors, or something else, I am here to help you find peace. I aim to provide a professional, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to assist you in working through your concerns. I provide individual and family counseling for...
My work is with men and women who find themselves saying they are burnt out, overwhelmed, or angry and can't figure out why. Working with men who are having a difficult time dealing with work stress and family obligations, who want to learn to talk with their partners more effectively and have more meaningful relationships is what I love to do. I really like working with people who aren't reall...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my emphasis is meeting clients where they are and providing the type of support to assist them with overcoming challenges that have led to negative experiences. For the past 18 years, I have worked with children and their families to seek solutions to social, behavioral, and emotional issues that impact the home and school environment. One of my primary goa...
To me, psychotherapy isn't about being SICK; it's about being BETTER. It's about getting out of your own way. It's about not taking responsibility for things you can't control, and about owning your own thoughts and feelings. It's about being able to tell the difference between logical thoughts and irrational feelings. Therapy offers no guarantees, but offers an opportunity to understand and be...
Is your child or teen having a difficult time managing their emotions? Is it hard to identify the barriers that are interfering in their happiness? I have a genuine passion for supporting children, teens, young adults and their families in achieving their highest developmental potential. In addition, areas of special interest include providing research based best practices in the treatment of...
