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 am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working primarily with children, adolescents, and their parents. I utilize evidence-based treatments and my specialty areas include behavioral issues, social/peer issues (that often accompany mild autism), anxiety, and trauma. I include parents as a very important part of the treatment process and sometimes work individually wi...
Tiffany D. Murphy is licensed by the state of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Tiffany received her Bachelor’s Degree in Communication with a minor in Psychology from Xavier University in New Orleans, LA and her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sam Houston State University with a focus in Marriage and Family Therapy. Tiffany believes that counseling can help ...
I love working in counseling and helping others find out who they are and what they want from their life. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing a disconnect within their relationships or self, and who want to improve communication and develop healthy relationships within their life. I am passionate about working with couples who need help reconnecting with one another and...
I specialize in working with adult individuals, couples, and families seeking to address a wide range of psychological, behavioral, and interpersonal issues. I bring a systemic focus to my work with people, using various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative...
As a Clinician, I work really well with Anxiety and Depression. I have a nurturing personality that keeps my clients coming back with a since of belonging as they walk into the doors. Have you lost a loved one? Have you lost a friend? Have you even lost a dear pet? Although, it is obvious that these are different scenarios, they all bring about immense pain. Pain that I can help to guide you...
I am a strong believer of creating health habits and routines, and being aware of your energy level and emotions. I enjoy helping people proactively design their life-style to meet their goals. I have also specialized in teletherapy, or online counseling for the past 4 years. I have been honored to work with a variety of people from different backgrounds and goals. I have a graduate degree in...
( English | español ) Esteffanía Lezama, PhD, is a bilingual psychologist who is passionate about offering people a safe, supportive, and compassionate therapeutic environment in which to grow and explore themselves. She views psychotherapy as being a collaborative experience where the therapeutic relationship drives meaningful change and growth. Dr. Lezama supports her clients through the...
Dr. Deanna Mercado is a Clinical Psychologist and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I’m a first-generation Latina with passion to serve communities across the Central Valley. My passion and research include the focus of Latino and immigrant studies. My research includes the publication titled “The Lived Experiences of First Generation Mexican American Women in America”. I am a bilingual...
What we go through in life can make us feel that we will never get out, that we are stuck, or that we will always feel this way .. but you are more resilient than you know. As a psychotherapist, I work to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to talk freely and express your emotions. My approach to therapy is client-centered, so I meet you where you are and work at your pace. I want thi...
Dr. Jolene Nichols is a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor and specializes in providing high quality individualized outpatient treatment for individuals and/or their families struggling with substance use disorders. At Nuhope Services not only do we partner with each individual in their road to recovery but we customize the service. We meet each person where they are currently in order to t...
Do you often feel like you are not living your best life? Do you find yourself reacting to situations out of fear and self preservation rather than aligning with your values and living authentically? As a marriage and family therapist with over 7 years of experience in the mental health field my goal is to help individuals, couples and families live their most productive and meaningful lives fr...
Are you and your significant other struggling to connect or communicate? Are you and your child fighting frequently? Are you feeling depressed, or anxious more times than not? Are you looking for HEALING? If so, you are not alone. In my experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, I have helped couples, families, and individuals heal and achieve health in their relationships with...
Many people seek therapy to make improvements in their lives. My goal is to help you identify and conquer what you feel is holding you back. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic and non-judgmental. My treatment approach is direct and collaborative from a holistic standpoint, which allows me to tailor each session to my clients' needs and help restore a sense of balance. I specialize in...
At Advanced Recovery Systems, we place a high emphasis on behavioral health and provide services to people with substance use disorders, addictions and co-occurring disorders. Our Licensed/Masters level clinicians and medical staff proudly offer therapeutic learning, cognitive-based healing and medication assistance. We treat Alcohol & Substance Use Disorders, Co-occurring Disorders and Eating...
Hi there! I'm Dr. Saarah Kison. I am a trauma/PTSD expert, with additional specialty in depression and anxiety. Are you are struggling after a toxic relationship, abuse, assault , witnessing death or any traumatic event? Do you frequently think about the traumatic event, have nightmares or difficulty sleeping? Difficulty trusting, feeling safe or worthy? Feeling intense negative emotions like...
