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
My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic or life limiting experience. I help my clients who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual, and so I hav...
Are you feeling worried, anxious, or unsure about the direction of your life? Feelings of confusion, anxiety, and depression are often reasons people seek therapy. If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, difficulties in personal relationships, family, career, or past traumas, I can help. My therapeutic approach is direct, compassionate, strength based, and collaborative. By providing ...
** NOT CURRENTLY TAKING NEW CLIENTS. ** Living well is about more than just coping with pain. Whether you’re recovering from loss or trauma, or simply wishing to build a life that feels more complete, joyful, and purposeful, I’m interested in offering you a supportive and non-judgmental place to begin your journey. I believe good therapy helps people develop internal resources, build trust in...
Licensed since 1993 and in private practice since 1999. Previous work-related experience includes working at a residential treatment center, youth shelter, juvenile detention center, chemical dependency unit, adolescent and adult in-patient hospital, Employee Assistance Program, crisis intervention, in-take assessments, and intensive out-patient programming. Over the past two decades, I have...
I work with foster/adopted children and their families, as well as individuals and couples seeking counseling. I help families work through difficulties including depression, anxiety, trauma, school adjustment, attachment, and family conflict. My passion for working with families dates back to my undergraduate training in psychology at UCLA. I have worked extensivley with children, adolescents,...
I am a psychotherapist and hypnotherapist trained to work with various populations, with a great passion for empowering clients to overcome challenges that impact daily functioning and quality of life. I believe in the model of partnership within the therapeutic process, working together to identify and meet goals and challenges in a meaningful, non-judgmental, effective, efficient and thorough...
I am a highly skilled, proactive, compassionate, and empathetic Marriage Family Therapist with 15+ years counseling children, adolescents, adults, families, and grief therapy environments. I am dedicated to creating a safe environment for everyone to maximize their full potential. I enjoy playing an important role in the psychological and academic lives of children and adolescents and motivatin...
Sometimes when life feels completely out of control and your world has been turned upside down, having one hour a week you can count on can be life-changing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, having a hard time connecting with the people in your life, going through a major life transition or loss, or simply trying to figure out how to feel like yourself again, I am here to...
Relationship issues? Trouble communicating? Anger? Depression? Anxiety? Low self-esteem? Sometimes we need help from a professional to cope with life's challenges. I don't use a "cookie-cutter" approach to psychotherapy. I tailor my approach to meet my client's needs. My goal is to help you develop life-changing habits to help you cope with life's obstacles. I will create a warm, supportive...
I have served clients in psychiatric care for over 13 years, facilitated psychosexual Trauma Systems Therapy for over 6 years, led couples and family therapy for over 5 years, and I have been actively working with HIV prevention and sexual health education of other sexually transmitted infections and diseases for over 5 years. I am a Ph.D. Candidate for Health Education and Promotion and I am...
Julie has over 12 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups at outpatient, residential and inpatient levels of care. Her clinical experience has been in helping individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance use disorders, self-harm behaviors, self-esteem, relationship struggles and more. Julie utilizes an integrative...
Anxiety, depression, or interpersonal crises? I create a safe, trusting space to get to know you and your needs. I work hard to be trustworthy, authentic, and supportive. I want you to feel comfortable expressing your goals and feelings. Depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem no longer need to ruin your life. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused techniques...
"I believe that everything we want in life takes time such as: opportunities, dreams, relationships, and rising above difficult situations. Giving yourself the time you need to overcome challenges is essential to your growth. I strive to provide a safe place to talk where individuals can begin the personal growth process in an environment that is welcoming, relaxing, and sensitive to cultural a...
I bring warmth, empathy, extensive experience, and deep passion to my work as a clinician. I am a seasoned therapist, with over 30 years of experience, who you can talk easily to and trust with your deepest concerns. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship to which I bring compassion and a capacity to be completely present as we work together to resolve the challenges you struggle with....
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it becomes hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Learning to understand and weather through the stress and discomfort takes a skill that I can help you achieve. Find the clarity that you need, peace and satisfaction you are searching for. Whether it is finding a balance between work and family or relationship issues, I can help. I offer individua...
