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
The core of my work has been to help people find solutions that work, to problems that prevent them from moving forward and living satisfying lives and relationships. I help people who feel stuck, to overcome life’s challenges, regain control of their lives and become the managers of their own self. Over the last 17 years I have been working with adults, teenagers and children from different...
****At this time I am not accepting new Clients.****There are many ways people get stuck in their daily lives. It may be transitioning from one phase of life to another, dealing with a trauma, working through issues related to Military or Police service, addressing identity, or one of the countless other reasons you are not where you want to be. Be it online, face-to-face or a blend of the two;...
My clients provide feedback saying I make them feel comfortable and it is easy for them to share any concerns. I am compassionate and patient yet solution focused. People have the power and strength to change their lives what they need is not fear change. Therapy requires hard work, patience and commitment because people are capable of change, mental health and stability is possible....
I enjoy working with people who want to believe that life can be better and are willing to put in the work to make the most of it. I often say that being an adult is not at all as easy as it looked. Truthfully, nothing is. Together, we can find a better path. I am specifically trained to work with people who have experienced trauma (which is just about all of us, it seems) from birth on up. Of...
I've been to therapy. Whether it’s the first time in treatment or to start a new therapeutic relationship all over again, I know that the search for a person who is a complete stranger at first, and one whom you would share your most inner thoughts and fears with can be daunting. It is difficult. But it is possible. As a therapist, I pride myself in building relationships with my clients. Real...
Lately the stress of everyday life has become more overwhelming. Emotions are running high and have started to negatively impact your relationships with others. Maybe you just don’t feel quite like yourself. You have tried to cope on your own but find it frustrating that nothing seems to work, at least not for very long. The road to change can be a long process, but you do not have to make this...
Throughout life, you will face many different challenges that can leave you with uncomfortable emotions or guide you off track. My goal as a therapist is to provide evidence-based interventions, self-awareness, and skills specific to your situation to help guide you to a new place in life filled with love and light. I believe in the importance of utilizing an individualized and integrated appro...
Has life thrown a lot at you? Maybe you’ve successfully gotten through past difficulties, only to find your old ways of coping no longer serve you. Let’s work together to find your healing. With warmth and acceptance, I work to unlock your connection to and trust in your strengths, wisdom, and creativity. We'll shape an understanding of who you are, where you’d like to be, and what tools work f...
There are many reasons why you might be seeking therapy at this time. You may be experiencing an underlying sense of unease, sadness, or fear and recognize that something is missing or is just not right. You may be facing a difficult situation that feels overwhelming or has you questioning everything you once knew. You may have unhealed wounds and traumas from the past that continue to cause...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS JAN 2021- MON & THURS* It can be daunting to make the decision to reach out and contact a therapist. Just by doing this, you are already taking the first step towards reaching your goals. Whether you are seeking counseling for yourself or for your teen, taking the initiative can be scary. I work to create a positive and supportive environment in order to alleviate some of...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at KC Mental Health Counseling, LLC. I provide a warm, calm, and inviting atmosphere that is conducive to providing a well-rounded approach to therapy. One of my goals consists of helping people understand the “Why” of their situation and address them in a healthy manner. While we can’t change the past, it is my desire to provide you with the knowledge an...
Have you recently gone through a break-up or divorce? Are you tired of attracting unhealthy partners and toxic relationships? Are you ready to improve your self-esteem and have the strength to set boundaries in your relationships? If so, let me help you embark on a journey of gaining insight, personal growth, and discovery in order for you to make the changes you would like to see in your life....
"My area of specialization is in working with adults with trauma, PTSD, overwhelming stress, anxiety, and depression related problems. I have worked and am trained extensively with issues of PTSD, infidelity/betrayal (attachment traumas), childhood adveristy, grief, trust issues, combat, and past events that can create distress. Many events in the past can have a traumatic effect which can carr...
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker and therapist experienced in working with adolescents and adults suffering from anxiety, depression, panic disorder, addiction, and relationship issues. My mission is to provide compassion, empathy, and a safe space to explore feelings, thoughts, and patterns of behavior. I work from a strengths-based perspective, helping each person identify their own perso...
