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
Facing a big life change? Avoiding your partner? Pretending everything is fine? I help individuals work through depression, anxiety, and life changes. I help partners work through conflict and decision making in order to increase intimacy and trust. Whether you need depression support, are changing careers, fine turning a relationship, or navigating a break up or divorce, therapy is worth the...
Unfortunately, I am not accepting any in-person new clients at my Englewood office. However, I could work you via TeleHealth. I have limited availability at my Windsor office for new clients. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents who have substance use issues, co-occurring disorders, and/or individuals who have experienced trauma. I use EMDR to help individuals process their trauma so tha...
Do you feel like you struggle in your day to day life? Do you experience difficulty managing your emotions? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be beautiful and...
"There are far better things ahead, than any we leave behind." C.S. Lewis. My aim is to provide a safe/non judgmental environment for my clients to be able to address obstacles and live their best life. I encourage my clients to share their challenges so we can work together to overcome them in ways that feel empowering. My background in crisis management and community mental health has influen...
Are you feeling stuck and don't know where to turn? Are you feeling like something needs to change? Are your loved ones worried about you? Are you just looking for some relief? If you have found yourself trying and trying to make things different or change the things you are doing or the way you feel but just can't seem to make it work. I want you to know there is a way. Change and feeling bett...
As a counselor I strive to work with children and adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I possess a wide range of experiences that allows me to meet the diverse need of our community. I strive to ensure that the needs being brought into the counseling room are held appropriately with empathy, safety, and patience. I work to allow individuals to feel heard and cared for which encourag...
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Starting the counseling process takes courage and I am glad you are taking the first step towards your personal goals by seeking the right counselor. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision designation by the State of Ohio. I am trained in EMDR therapy for trauma or changing negative core beliefs about self, and use a client-centered approach to meet your individual nee...
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I enjoy working with clients of all walks of life. Clients present with a variety of different issues, but all humans want to live full and happy lives, with dignity, respect, and on their terms. Helping clients develop greater insight about themselves and the world in which they live is central to their overall well-being and success. Empowering individuals to recognize and live up to their fu...
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Do you find yourself wondering how to explore the possibility of balancing life’s challenges in this fast-paced world? Is your teenager’s behavior spiraling out of control? Then you may want to schedule time for yourself or schedule sessions to help challenge your teenager’s maladaptive behaviors. My experiences with different types of populations has helped me provide those that see me for...
Have you recently experienced a loss, found yourself worrying, or sad a lot? You don’t have to figure it out alone. Finding a connection with a therapist can be an important step in your healing process. My goal is to work together with you to create a fulfilling life you enjoy. I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in various settings. I h...
Are you fed up with the sadness, anxiety, or disappointment in your life? Does your heart want to make changes, but your mind can't decide where to begin? Through compassion and understanding, I am determined to guide you towards finding the happiness you deserve. Whether you are struggling with depression, self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, life milestones, parenting, or anxiety, I can...
I’m a therapist who suffers, like you, with mental health issues at times. Our mental health isn’t always consistent throughout life. Life throws us curveballs. I’ve had the privilege of knowing the deepest thoughts of people and I have been gifted with knowing how to help. my practice includes a gifted child counselor as well, Tarra Ray. I’ve had 15 years experience now and I’ve become educate...
