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
When it comes to your life, *you* are the expert. I aim to take that expertise and provide a space where you can challenge and confront yourself on beliefs that are no longer serving you. My therapeutic focus is on relationship issues, anxiety, identity development, family of origin concerns, and transitional periods in life. My work includes reality based, emotionally-focused and...
Congratulations for reaching out for support and taking the first step towards the life that you want to create. The world that we live in can be challenging, and sometimes we need help beyond our families and social circles. I use a strengths-based approach to work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and eating disordered behaviors. ...
LaSheena is a Psychologist who welcomes the opportunity to assist individuals, couples, and families in overcoming life's various hurdles. She has experience with providing therapy for people from all walks of life, ages 4 and up. She has extensive experience with treating depression and behavioral concerns in children and adolescents, as well as concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationsh...
My name is Joyce King, I’m a licensed Professional Counselor and certified Addictions Counselor in the state of Maryland. I’m a veteran with over 21 years of experience working in the Behavioral Health field to include substance abuse, mental health and social services. I have a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology fro...
Janiya is a licensed professional counselor and counseling supervisor with over 10 years of experience. She believes that mental wellness equates to treating the whole person, unique to her or his cultural experience. Her work as a mental health professional ranges from helping individuals, couples and families through everyday challenges, to treating the lasting effects of trauma. Her experien...
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation, with little opportunity for interaction or getting to experience each other as real people. I can promise you that I am as real as it gets! I work with you to help you identify your desires and empower you to make those positive changes in your life. I...
*Accepting new clients using only Telehealth due to COVID-19* Life sometimes throws us unwanted curveballs and challenges that are difficult to navigate on our own. These challenges can make us feel like we are alone and powerless to change the things we want to change. Navigating these challenges in therapy is a way of choosing to face these challenges head on, to grow, and to heal. I know it...
The process of researching therapists who could be a good fit is overwhelming. Sometimes it's difficult to know what you should even be looking for. My approach is initially focused on developing rapport and ensuring that you feel comfortable with my style of practice. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or just don't feel supported in your relationships (personal or professiona...
As we all know, life can be crazy, mixed up chaos. That’s okay. The beauty of therapy is having someone by your side to celebrate the highs and encourage you through the lows, someone to listen without judgement or bias, someone to give a fresh perspective. I hope to be that person for you. I like to mix hard work with a dose of humor to balance it out in order to create a comfortable environme...
** Limited evening and weekend availabilities.** I CAN DO THIS! These four words seem easy to say but can be difficult for many to believe. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my approach to counseling places you in the driver's seat of your life, giving you the tools necessary for success. Whether a child, teen or adult, we all need to feel capable and courageous. I believe the flaws in how ...
We all have moments in our life where we need support and encouragement. My primary focus is to provide clients with a safe and trusting environment with a compassionate treatment model. As we work together, we will build a therapeutic approach that feels comfortable and meaningful to you. My areas of expertise begin with using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, Psychoanalytic and...
No issue, need, or goal is too small or any less important than the next. Sometimes we need a little assistance in moving forward and I am here to assist my clients in any capacity of change that is deemed necessary. Regardless of issues, needs, and goals, I'm prepared to provide clients with the care that they deserve. I'm available to help in any capacity that you require. Please don't hesita...
I have many years of experience working with at-risk children and families. I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) that provides play therapy counseling for children with attachment-related symptoms, highly challenging behaviors, and other issues. I specialize in working with children who have learning disabilities, developmental delays, behavioral and emotional problems, including school...
No one as a child stated, "I want to abuse drugs" or "I want to experience trauma" (ie car wreck, rape). Life happens and sometimes it becomes out of control. Understanding trauma and/or addiction, or even them together, can help an individual to feel as though they are being heard. It is my honor to help you walk through your pain and begin to live life once more without the heaviness of the...
Shari has worked extensively in the foster care system providing age appropriate therapy for children, their biological families and their foster/adoptive families assisting them with the various life transitions and traumas they have endured and giving them the tools needed to overcome these obstacles. Shari believes that individual therapy is always a good place to start addressing stressors ...
