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
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The name of the practice says it all..NOVA - No One Ventures Alone. It is not the events in our lives that shape us. It is our reaction to and the beliefs about those events that shape us. Are you in transition - moving, changing jobs, single parent, recently divorced or widowed? Are you faced with some life challenges and need help to overcome them? Would you like help navigating a new path? I...
I am a mental health counselor specializing in substance abuse and addiction. While my main focus is working with this population, it is extremely common for individuals who find themselves struggling with drugs and/or alcohol to also be riddled with depression, anxiety, ADHD, relational difficulties, and other dually diagnosed illnesses. My ideal client is an adult heterosexual or gay individu...
The problems of life faced by adolescents and adults are the focus of my practice. My goal as your counselor is to provide support as you face the many difficulties that are part of the human experience, and to help you find paths that lead to positivity, hope, and goal attainment. To this end, I strive to be attentive, open, genuine, challenging, and provide a safe environment for my clients t...
"Problem talk creates problems, Solution talk creates solutions"- Steve de Shazer. Sounds simple enough...right? Sometimes it's anything but simple. That's because, when your problems seem insurmountable, finding a solution can feel almost impossible. Even when you know you are stuck, you find extreme difficulty letting go of the habits and communication styles that keep you stuck. Counseling c...
Because of my professional experiences as an educator and administrator and mental health counseling; I have a broad perspective appropriate for children, adolescents, adults, and couples encountering transitions and life challenges. As a certified trauma therapist, therapy sessions are client-centered, meaning that the needs of the client are first priority and my goal is to provide guidance a...
I have many years of experience working with folks with a history of trauma and substance abuse issues. I believe that these two things often go hand in hand - people using substances to help deal with the painful feelings associated with trauma. Most recently I have focused on working with the LGBTQ communities to address issues related to societal and familial rejection, isolation, bullying a...
We all are subject to stresses in life that can include loss and grief, mood-related concerns, life transitions, chronic illness, aging issues, relationship issues and other obstacles that interfere with our ability to lead happy and productive lives. I truly enjoy working with individuals to find solutions for personal concerns in their lives. I believe in a strengths focused, problem solving...
( English | Français ) I know that finding the right therapist can be intimidating. My goal is to make the therapy process welcoming and transparent. I work particularly well with people who've been told they are "too sensitive" or who identify as Highly Sensitive People. My talent lies in treating anxiety, trauma and attachment/relationship wounds, as well as depression. I support those who ca...
I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, wife, and mother of four who recognizes that some of life's hurdles are just plain unavoidable, but giving up should not be an option. I have experience treating individuals facing a variety of issues. I specialize in treating women who are dealing with anxiety, feelings of inadequacy and depression. I use a collaborative approach that encourages clients to...
It can be daunting to find a therapist who speaks your language and is the right match for you. My professional experience and therapeutic approach has developed over more than 35 years of private practice. You will find my approach warm, straightforward, conversational, and focused. I offer a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy, which means I respect the value of understand...
Too often, we equate caring for our mental and emotional health with weakness and failure - especially when we're taught that our "strength" is based on our ability to handle the stresses of everyday life without "cracking". I've dedicated my career to overcoming this myth by helping young adults and adults develop wellness plans that promote emotional and mental balance, internal peace, and...
I've worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and provide psychotherapy and consultation services in Montclair, New Jersey. Having worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and community counseling clinics, I've developed specialties in treating emotion dysregulation, addictions, coping and relationships. I've served as president for the American...
Are you or your family having problems? Arlington Psychological treats many concerns, especially Anxiety, Depression, Anger, and Couples' Issues. Are you having problems with intrusive thoughts, intense fears and worries, difficulties with sadness and grief, poor focus? How about chronic irritability, frustration, or family arguments? These problems can affect school, work, or your home life. W...
Tamera's passion is helping others find healthy perceptions of self by changing one’s internal narrative, increasing self-worth, healing, and strengthening relationships. Tamera knows therapy is not a one size fits all, therefore she responds to her client’s personal needs. Tamera received intensive training (through Brené Brown) to become a 'Daring Greatly' and 'Rising Strong' facilitator to h...
