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
As a counselor, I find value in first identifying and connecting with clients as a means of building a foundation of trust and respect. I believe in meeting clients where they are on an emotional level. Clients are the experts of their own lives, and there are moments in life when we all face challenges. Change can be difficult, but I believe it's attainable with the proper guidance, support an...
My journey to becoming a therapist started when I was on the other side of the couch as a teen battling anxiety. I got treatment that changed my life. I am here to do the same. Clients describe me as energetic, warm, positive, and non-judgemental. My style is often labeled as gentle and client led. I have a heart for advocacy and am comfortable coordinating with other providers, educational...
We are all human and life can be difficult, especially in the ever-changing world that we live in today. My job is to create a place of healing and love. I work with people to help guide them to help connect with themselves and with others in a more meaningful way. Each and every one of us deserve a healthy and balanced life, and it is my focus to help create that for others through purposeful...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! My approach to the therapeutic process is largely based on Karen Horney’s principal, which is,“You need not, and in fact, cannot, teach an acorn to grow into an oak tree, but when given a chance, its intrinsic potentialities will develop. Similarly, the human individual, given a chance, tends to develop his particular human potentialities.” I view it as my job, role and...
The first step in self-help is recognizing the need for change. The next step is walking through the door to seek services that will help bring about that change. With about 20 years of experience counseling children, families, and adults, I can be there to facilitate the process necessary to improve your well-being. I truly believe in the power of positive thinking, and can show you how to...
Arista Dechant, LMHC, was born and raised in Kansas, where she attended Fort Hays State University. She graduated in 2011 with a master’s degree (MA) in counseling and earned a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Ms. Dechant has treated both youth and adults experiencing complex mood, behavioral challenges, including depression, anxiety, eating, and personality disorders. In addition, she ...
Cesario Larios, MA, LMHCA is a Clinical Psychology PsyD doctoral student at Antioch University Seattle. He is in his fifth year of training, which has encompassed both clinical applications in therapy as well as psychological assessment. During his doctoral training with NW Family Psychology, Cesario works with clients seeking either therapy or psychological assessment. Cesario has worked with...
Currently seeing clients with challenges in couples counseling, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy Dynamic practice, which assists in illuminating the shadows of self while finding a new and authentic purpose driven life that reflects Your version of peace, success, happiness (cannot promise love but will help you discover ways to care for yourself more). We can and will help... ...
One of the greatest honors I have in life is to walk with those who are struggling with emotional pain and trauma. I have dedicated my life to helping others, advocating through systems, and empowering individuals to build confidence in order to create positive change. If you or your children are struggling with trauma, overwhelming stress, parenting, grief and loss, or other matters that are...
I am here to serve people of diverse backgrounds who are ready to be "unstuck" from their current "unsatisfactory" existence. One of my goals is to be that bridge to connect with all men (particularly men of color), women, children, and families. My business mission statement is "To propel and ignite the inner strength within a human body for optimal wellness". Nothing less. I view my therapeut...
I am an EMDR Certified therapist specializing in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, developmental trauma, and other trauma-related issues in adults. I work with clients who have experienced chronic and complex trauma or single-incident trauma. My passion is helping people uncover their own inherent wisdom, which is often buried under layers of emotional pain or unhelpful belief...
The emergence of the Coronavirus pandemic of a nature unprecedented in our lifetime, presents unique psychological and existential challenges including: (1) The Reality of Impermanence; (2) The Importance of Human Connection; (3) Humility; (4) The Frailty of Societal and Governmental Infrastructure; and (5) The Reexamination of Central Values. Opportunity arises out of crisis. I believe that th...
No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive. My goal is ...
I understand that life can be challenging at times. It takes courage to reach out for help. My counseling journey began in the field of social work in Pennsylvania. Experiences in child welfare, perinatal and maternal health, medical social work, midwifery, sexual trauma, grief/loss, inpatient psychiatric care and hospice shaped my current journey. I have worked in various settings in the...
Welcome! My name is Krishna Desai, and I am a licensed psychologist (LP) and licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP). I work with children as young as ten, adolescents, and adults from a variety of backgrounds. While my primary area of specialty includes the use of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), I also...
