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 specialty is working with young people. Whether you are a teenager who is struggling with anxiety, bullying, self-esteem, etc. or a young adult who is trying to manage the stressors of a "quarter-life crisis," I am here. The most important thing my clients leave with is the ability to see themselves more clearly, and with more acceptance. They gain the knowledge of how to tackle the obstacle...
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My practice is about is about healing and growth; whether you are struggling with an immediate problem or looking for long lasting change. Everyone feels overwhelmed at some point in their life. You may experience changes in your sleep, concentration or mood. You know the worry tape that keeps running in your head and the knot in your stomach that won't go away. I am here to help you discover t...
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME*** When you're in the midst of a life struggle, it can feel as though solutions are hard to come by. The benefit of counseling, is the opportunity to look at the world through a new lense. Tomorrow seems infinitely shinier with the help of a little unconditional kindness. In my years as a counselor, I have found a passion for treating depression. When ...
Life often presents us with challenges that we have not prepared for. I want to work with you in navigating these life events and offer you a safe, inviting, compassionate place to work toward resolution and peace. I have over 28 years of dedicated work experience with a diverse range of clients ranging from young children to the elderly. My work has included over 20 years in maternal child...
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I believe in the philosophy of Resilience; a trait we are not born with but all have the ability to develop. In addition to processing past and present issues; I also focus on building coping skills and strategies to maintain wellness: "Life doesn't get easier we become more resilient. Each choice and challenge increases our knowledge and strength". I have over 17 years experience working in th...
I am a licensed professional counselor providing individual and family therapy in Polish and English language. I like to establish an open communication and trust with my clients, so we can better understand each other. Through an effective communication, I can help my clients develop guidelines for making accurate life decisions. I like working with children to help them achieve their full...
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I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Community Health in 2002 from Eastern Illinois University. I graduated from The University of Chicago in 2006 with my Master's in Social Work with a concentration in Clinical Social Work and specialization in School Social Work. I'm a Licensed Independent Social Worker and certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist with a history...
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Dr. Steele has twenty years in the South Bay Area, CA of specializing in professional couples counseling, and individual therapy. An integrative psychological, relational science and directive approach where many couples and individuals visibly, substantially and permanently are transformed and report going from good to great and changing patterns that have plagued couples and individuals for...
You may be feeling sad, stressed and overwhelmed; anxiety has become too much. Your marriage or relationship feels like it's falling apart or has ended, and it’s very difficult and painful dealing with this. Perhaps depression, excess weight, insomnia, illness or clutter is standing in the way of you leading the life you desire. Maybe your child is having school or social difficulties, or probl...
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