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
Therapy is a powerful tool for self exploration and discovery. Each of us have a story to tell and therapy can offer creative ways to help you understand your stories, your self, and your relationships in a new lens. My approach provides clients with the opportunity to draw on the connections and patterns between the past and present. As we deepen our awareness, we are given the power to break ...
Stephanie Jutras, LCSW received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Religion from Trinity University and her Master of Social Work from The University of Texas at Arlington. She is licensed by the State of Texas as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Stephanie believes that each client is the expert on their own life and that her role as a therapist is to build a positive, non-judgmental...
Navigating through life during changes and challenges can be overwhelming. You may feel stress, anxiety, depression, or anger. You may not know how to balance the responsibilities of relationships, children, work, and parents. If you are struggling, I will join with you wherever you are on your life journey to help you sort through these issues. We will explore what a richer, fuller, more...
When people feel better, they do better. This is true for children, adults and couples. And in families, when one person is doing better, everyone is better. You may be feeling overwhelmed or dissatisfied at home, school, work, or in an important relationship. You may be feeling like your life is not going how you had hoped or expected. Your child or teen may be struggling at home or school. ...
I empathically meet people where they are, and it is an honor to be entrusted with people’s stories, as well as their desire for health and wholeness. I look forward to walking with people in their process of healing from toxic and unhealthy life patterns that have become a deep source of shame and are keeping them stuck. Honesty, connection, and openness are all key factors in the healing...
I believe in each client’s innate wisdom - the ability to know how to heal themselves and restore balance to the body, mind and spirit. I will use my knowledge, experience and intuition to accompany you on your journey to find/strengthen your connection to yourself and receive the answers that follow, creating healing from the inside out. I will be present with you and provide a safe space free...
Are you struggling with panic attacks? Intrusive thoughts that get stuck in your head? Are you feeling more stressed in relationships, work or school? Are you someone that has always been a worrier and would like to change? I can help! Anxiety and OCD Unstuck Therapy specializes in research backed treatment for anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders for children (8+)...
I am an experienced clinician of approximately 20 years, with a private practice solely dedicated to work with TEENS, COLLEGE-AGE clients, and YOUNG ADULTS. Not only are these the age groups to which I am most drawn, I find that narrowing services to specific populations allows me to truly focus on and understand the unique needs and challenges of these groups. My style is described as warm,...
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety and/or stress in your life? Are you having difficulties making decisions or staying motivated? Finding a therapist that is easy to talk to and willing to take the time to truly hear you and understand your story can really make a difference in the therapeutic experience. Forming a meaningful therapeutic relationship is critical for your transformation. I...
Therapy is a place to explore, grow and develop the skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges. Why put on a false front in life? Why smile on the outside when you can’t smile on the inside? Each day may feel like a struggle or feel like there is a cloud over your head. I specialize in anxiety, depression and mood disorders, and understand that our behaviors are a direct result of internal...
I have 30+ years of experience working with men and couples. I believe in short term, counseling with a simple goal: Success. Hi, my name is Rick. I am not a “blank screen” counselor. I am interactive and solution oriented. I practiced Marriage and Family Therapy, in Los Angeles County for 20 years before moving to Oregon. Now in Oregon for fourteen more yrs. I give feedback, share personal...
I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the skills they have right now, and that everyone can learn new skills to better approach whatever they are struggling with. I strive to ensure my practice is inclusive and supportive of all people, regardless of beliefs, identities, orientations, or situation in order to create the safe space needed to explore personal growth. I have successfu...
I am experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process and that is how I approach every potential client. I believe that we know ourselves best and sometimes we just need some assistance with getting back on track. I believe in a judgement free zone and meeting someone where they are at. I also believe that we all have the...
It's all too easy to lose touch with the things we stand for, as well as with the things that mean most to us. You were whole at one point, which means a path to sanity exists that is waiting to be rediscovered. Yet these behaviors holding you back have been heavily reinforced over time. The change ahead is not going to be easy or comfortable, but you don't have to face it alone. Past clients h...
