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
If you are looking for a data-driven, science-based approach to treatment then you should contact Dr. Trent for a free phone consultation. Dr. Trent specializes in evidence-based approaches to identification (i.e., psychodiagnostic assessment) and treatment of anxiety disorders, OCD, and behavioral issues. Dr. Trent is a Stanford-trained scientist who maintains active involvement in efforts to...
I work with preteens, teens, and adults and offer evening and weekend appointments to fit into a busy work or school schedule (evening and weekend spots fill quickly and are not guaranteed!) We all have a story. I hope to help you to keep writing your story if you feel stuck or just want a fresh set of eyes. I use an approach that blends mindfulness and behavior change techniques to encourage...
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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor native to Northern Virginia and for 21 years I’ve had the honor and privilege of the opportunity to use my training, skills and experience to try to make a positive difference in the lives of many people, from young children to adults and from many different walks of life. By meeting people where they are, and not where they are expected to be, I empower my...
As a highly energetic individual who has extensive experience in establishing supportive, motivational and therapeutic relationships with clients, I offer my services as a therapist. With a great ability to ensure an environment of safety and security for clients with mental and substance problems. My therapeutic approach is a psycho-social intervention that aims to improve your mental health. ...
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We are at a time where compassion towards self is more important than ever. Life is overwhelming and complicated. Maybe you "have it all" but feel like something is missing or you are having issues communicating your needs. Many struggle with the idea of having symptoms of depression and anxiety internalizing the symptoms with being "crazy". I am here to remove the labels and have individuals b...
Ms. Morel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Comprehensive MedPsych Systems (CMPS). She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Masters in Social work. She enjoys working with parents, children, and schools to come to the best result for school-age children and their families. She specializes in treating children with anxiety, behavioral and mood difficulties, helping paren...
