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
( English | español ) Are you struggling to connect with your child? Do they seem to be withdrawing, are not like themselves, or exhibiting challenging behaviors? Are they undergoing major life changes, having difficulties with academics, or struggling socializing with peers? I am here to guide you through any obstacles you may face. The demands of parenting are ever prevalent in today's societ...
Hello! Are you between the ages of 15 and 100? Struggling with depression, anxiety, have a history of trauma or PTSD? Are you having issues in your relationship? Or maybe you're struggling to help you teen overcome life's challenges? I enjoy helping individuals, couples and families break out of the loneliness and darkness that accompanies the struggles of this life and will work alongside you ...
**CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPTING CLIENTS WITH DAYTIME AVAILABILITY** Kristen is a LCPC and Clinical Supervisor at Anchor Counseling Centers in the Sykesville office. As a therapist, Kristen creates an environment for genuine connection and growth by promoting open communication, honesty, and trust in the therapeutic process. Kristen prefers to be direct with her clients but also appreciates humor in...
You are a whole person. You are knowledgeable about your life experiences and your needs. Therapy is a place to unpack and evaluate your experiences in a supportive environment. Our collaborative work will address trauma, anxiety, depression, and problematic behaviors. You will begin to see yourself and your challenges differently. You will find opportunities for empowerment and joy in your car...
If you can imagine it you can have it. We all need assistance at some point in life. My main goal is to assist my clients with living the life that they live in their dreams. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have been providing therapeutic services to individuals for about 10 years. I have experience providing therapy to people that are dealing with substance abuse and dependenc...
I have been working in the Mental Health field for the past 12 years. I have training in Case Management, Rehabilitation, and I am now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Oklahoma. I have worked with children from the age of 4 years old to adult, individually, families, and couples. I work with a range of symptoms from anxiety to trauma to major depression. I truly enjoy...
Life transitions and relationships can be both beautiful and difficult. Everyone deserves a safe space to share and explore their thoughts and feelings. Often through reflection, when we allow ourselves to slow down and notice what we are experiencing in the moment, true self discovery and capacity from within can be found and cultivated. With compassion and openness I walk along side my client...
“The greater the difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it.” I have worked as a child clincal psychologist since 2011. Prior to this I received my master’s in clinical health psychology. I have had wonderful opportunities to work in numerous settings to help children and families. I have a vast amount of clinical experience with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, and...
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for over 20 years. I obtained my BA in Psychology from the University of Richmond in 1994 and my Masters in Social Work from the University of Georgia in 1997. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy and have been trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) for Complex Trauma (parts work), Hakomi, Co...
Taking the first step to seek mental health treatment with the social stigma and stereotypes around the world can be challenging in it's itself. Stigma and stereotypes can cause people to not seek help for fear of the unknown and being judged by others. I offer an open safe supportive environment for clients to discuss their issues with out judgment. My goal is to have an open dialogue with...
My work as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker is devoted to helping individuals and families have a more fulfilling life by growing from their struggles and healing from their pain. My clients struggle with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, family issues, parenting problems, trauma, mood issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and anger issues. Whether...
It's never easy opening up to someone. It's never easy talking about what really matters most. I am multilingual (English, Portuguese and conversational Spanish). My experiences living in Africa, Europe and the USA (moved here in 1997) have fostered my keen appreciation for various teaching, learning, and developmental approaches to counseling/therapy. My counseling style is direct, compassiona...
My goal is to ensure that clients receive accurate diagnoses as correctly identifying clients issues leads to find the best and most effective treatment for their problems. When psychological testing is needed to make the correct diagnosis or to clarify the issues underlying the client's problems, I select the best measures and complete the testing efficiently so that clients can get the answer...
"You cannot swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore." - William Faulkner. The power of being able to accept and let go the anxiety, challenges, and losses we face can allow our minds the emotional space to grow. By using mindfulness methods, you will be able to practice patience, acceptance, forgiveness, ownership, and kindness towards yourself. Seeking help and...
