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
I attempt to awaken your self-actualizing tendency, via acceptance (unconditional positive regard), congruence (genuineness), and empathic understanding. Accordingly, my practice is strengths based. This focus sets up a positive mindset that helps you build on your best qualities, find your strengths, improve resilience and change your worldview. I acknowledge that traumatic experience can effe...
Feelings of depression, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, grief, trauma, and other struggles beset us all at times. I believe creating an environment where everyone can feel safe and heard is vital, and cultivating a therapeutic alliance to be alongside individuals as a nonjudgmental support in the journey to wholeness and independence. I listen for unique needs and preferences and utilize an...
It is my passion to help women rediscover themselves. Some of my areas of experience include substance abuse, mood disorders, relationships and life changes. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the State of Texas. I practice a trauma focused approach to women's issues. My style is direct and I believe in bringing that into my sessions. I believe...
Over my years in practice, it has been an honor to work with children, teens, adults, and families in the counseling setting. I approach my work with clients in a strengths-based and collaborative manner. I believe strongly in people's innate ability to heal and greatly enjoy partnering with my clients on this journey. Clients may choose to incorporate creative approaches including art and play...
************Accepting Video Counseling clients (only) ************* Hello, Balancing family life and healthy family functioning may be difficult at times. If you are seeking individual, couple, or family therapy my empathetic stance and sound therapeutic interventions assist in the process of change. You decide what will work for you and your family. Welcome! I utilized evidence-based...
I believe that a major goal of therapy is to develop an understanding of how we interact with and relate to the important people in our lives in order to create a deeper sense of meaning and purpose. I feel that this kind of self-exploration is especially important for adolescents and young adults as they seek independence. For Individuals and families who are "stuck" in difficult patterns, it ...
I don't believe that therapy has to look or feel like therapy as it is often represented. Together we can approach life's challenges in an intentional, action oriented, person centered and thoughtful way, in order to help break and change the patterns that have too often rendered you "stuck." To assist in making these changes, I provide the direct and honest guidance and feedback that is...
**OFFERING TELETHERAPY SESSIONS** (Also offering weekend sessions and last minute crisis sessions Saturday and Sunday- those particular sessions are out of pocket only)** Suffering is a common part of life, and as painful as it can be, it can also be a great source of change and growth. I believe a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space is essential in order for you to feel supported in shar...
Do you find yourself feeling anxious and depressed dealing with all of the pressures of daily life? Do you struggle in your relationships, feel angry or disappointed much of the time?After 24 years working as a psychologist, I have a tremendous amount of compassion and understanding for the struggles and challenges we face to become contributing members of society today. I work with individuals...
Are you depressed? Do you worry a lot and have too much stress or anxiety? Are relationship problems causing difficulties for you at school or work? I can help you begin to take steps forward to feel better and cope more effectively with difficult situations. Together, we can explore a variety of emotional issues in a warm and supportive environment. We will identify tools and strategies to...
Are you STRESSED OUT, DEPRESSED, ANXIOUS, or ANGRY? Sometimes you just need someone to listen, but it can be hard to get others to understand what you are going through. My role is to reflect to you how you feel and get you to the other side of life's messes. Do you ask yourself why you no longer enjoy things, why you doubt yourself, why you can't sleep, or why you have mood swings? Getting you...
An essential component of therapeutic success is forming a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. I engage with my clients through active listening, conversations, and with a sense of humor, providing a comfortable and collaborative space for them to work towards implementing change. In order to assist my clients in meeting their goals, I am both compassionate and straightforward in order ...
Specialized treatment in mood disorders such as anxiety, depression and bipolar. Specialized treatment as well, with transgender issues, and LBGTQ issues, addiction therapy and couples counseling. I offer techniques to help diminish unwanted or challenging emotions. Our mental health has a direct impact on physical health and quality of life. It is important to deal with stressors early on. Hav...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Doctor of Behavioral Health who specializes in pediatrics. My counseling practice has focused on interventions for complex family systems including co-parenting after divorce, raising special needs children or supporting patients with navigating agency involvement (child welfare, corrections, education). Keeping families together is critically...
Are symptoms related to anxiety, depression, trauma or stress causing you to feel stuck? Do you want to improve your relationship? Together, we can increase your awareness of the thoughts and behaviors that prevent you from living your fullest life. We will explore important experiences which have informed your beliefs about yourself and the world. I can assist you in developing healthy coping...
