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
Life can be difficult to navigate at times but you do not have to face it alone. In our work together I wont try to fix you; tell you what to do; pretend I know more about you than you do or assume what’s best for you. However, I will remind you that you aren't broken; give you room to access your own wisdom; support you in figuring out what to do; recognize that you are the expert on your own...
I'm a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addiction, and severe mood disorders in adults and adolescents. I'm passionate about helping individuals understand the relationships, experiences, and sometimes unconscious patterns that have shaped their lives. Through compassionate and collaborative exploration, my goal is help you build increased self-awarenes...
Do you feel ineffective in your life - overwhelmed or stuck? Do you have difficulty making decisions or struggle to follow through with your intentions? Those who are willing to explore their psychology and implement strategies can build lasting and meaningful change. I earnestly believe that working together, we can construct your path towards genuine fulfilling living. I establish a place you...
You are on the verge of taking a brave step. Perhaps you have encountered a new challenge, or have realized you need a new way of coping with an old problem. Often this is a moment of crisis, and at the same time, an opportunity to learn and to grow. I am passionate about working with clients who are in the process of coping with major life changes. If a medical condition (e.g. traumatic brain...
*Not currently accepting new clients for December apts * Love, self-care, healthy relationships, and communication are essential for people to thrive. We all struggle from time to time in life with relationships, personal growth, setting boundaries, managing stress and difficult emotions. I can help you navigate through each of these challenges. It can be difficult to ask for help, but in doing...
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An agent of change that will help you to find the real you through a holistic approach; I will help you in finding the root of the matter, not just the symptoms. Change can be positive if you can see the positive! Also, providing Christian counseling to deal with shame, anxiety, depression, hopelessness, anger, church hurt, disappointments, life issues, and trauma. Scripture-based - Christian...
If you struggle with constant worry, fears or even panic attacks you know that there are times when life can be a challenge. Perhaps a major life change like a death a divorce, a new school or job has left you feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you’ve been using alcohol or drugs to self medicate and are struggling to stop. It could be your adolescent son or daughter is having difficulty...
I am a Holistic and Integrative psychotherapist who provides a warm, caring, and nurturing relationship where it is safe to be your authentic self. I am dedicated to partnering with you as you work through what needs to be healed or learned so that you may find resolution and live your best life. As a counselor who is also a certified yoga instructor, I incorporate Eastern & Western approaches...
Practicing at Quail Lakes Community Counseling. Life is a complex experience that can be rewarding and beautiful. However, it’s important to acknowledge that life can also be cruel and overwhelming. When daily life becomes challenging, it is crucial that we connect with others or that we find a way to ameliorate that pain. Therapy is an opportunity to explore and heal past hurts and current...
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I work primarily with adults with a wide range of presenting problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, bipolar, etc. My early training and early career jobs were in agencies serving primarily children and adolescents. I have shifted to working primarily with adults, but continue to keep my hand in a bit of therapy with adolescents. My background in child/adolescent therapy has been use...
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