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 unpredictable and messy, and sometimes we just can’t do things alone – and that’s okay! When life becomes too stressful, or the anxiety becomes too much to handle, I want to be there to help. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own lives and my goal is to empower you. I use compassion and humor in therapy to create a space that is safe and non-judgmental. I approach thera...
Hello my name is Carmela Sanchez. I am Psychiatric Physician Assistant. Im a prescriber for addiction/substance abuse and psychiatric medication management. Im also in collaboration with Assisted Living Facilities to treat residents in their psychiatric needs. Bilingual (Spanish-English)...
Rebecca works out of Christian Counseling Service's newly opened Surprise office. She believes the best life is one lived with meaning and purpose where we are connected to others in healthy ways. She is passionate about living compassionately and authentically. Challenges and hardships are guaranteed. Bad things happen. How we look at and respond to these experiences can create obstacles to...
**ATTN: I am still accepting new clients and am offering phone and video sessions for clients who are distancing or quarantined**. I am a LPC-Intern serving in Waxahachie, Tx. Throughout our lives we all experience situations that can shake us to our very core and leave us feeling helpless and out of control. These situations can include trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger o...
If you are considering therapy there's a good chance you feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Trying to change compulsive behaviors and manage the thoughts in your head is exhausting. Since 2003 I've been helping clients make sense of their behaviors and find new ways to live. Therapy isn't easy and you won't find your way back to "normal" without digging deeper, but change is possible. I offer...
My work with families is grounded in my belief that children and parents "do well if they can" and that any parent’s deepest desire is to see their child succeed. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where children and teens are able to work through challenging emotions, develop better self-regulation in moments of distress, improve their self-esteem, and feel more connected in their...
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I also hold a license in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. I am well adverse in working with various populations and skillsets. I have a background in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy, whic...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist conducting comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational assessments for children and adolescents in the Charleston and Mount Pleasant, SC area. I have extensive training in child and adolescent psychology, and expertise in evaluation of a range of concerns including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disorders, and behavioral challenges. I have...
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I exclusively serve individuals and families connected to adoption. I am a therapist with a passion for supporting individuals, families and children as they explore their challenges and move forward toward change. I came to this career after spending many years as a writer and editor. My past work informs and enriches my work with clients today. I believe in the power of narrative and the...
