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
Whitney Hughes and Blue Mind Mental Health, LLC love helping and connecting with people. Stressed out, anxious, angry, lack of communication, depressed, over scheduled and overwhelmed are daily themes in my practice and the people I work with. Our lives ebb and flow and at times having a professional outside your closest circle to support you while you navigate can be extremely helpful. Blue Mi...
I meet with parents who are struggling with a variety of challenges including transitioning into parenthood, co-parenting, managing a child's challenging behavioral or emotional issues, balancing caregiving responsibilities with other aspects of life, foster/adoption, or relating to and caring for a child with special needs. I help to develop strength and confidence for the challenges of...
I am an experienced and down-to-earth non-psychobabble psychotherapist, life coach and employee - employer assistance practitioner. In this stressed emotional overload conflict ridden atmosphere there is a great need to find ways to meet life's demands with self - strengthening and constructive directions my approach is to confer mutually and respectfully building on your strengths and...
I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I also hold a degree in Psychology (Licenciada en Psicologia) from Argentina. I am Bilingual/Bicultural in Spanish/ English. My view of therapy not only involves discussing difficult aspects of your life, like marital struggles, feeling down, depressed and lonely. It is also a journey that involves growth and healing, through sustained self-explorati...
As a Therapist and Life Coach, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can be to reach out for help. However, I can assure you that my compassionate and emphatic approach will help you find the strength to move through this process whether it is healing or focusing on creating your future. It is my goal to create a partnership with you where we together can maximize your potential and...
I am a Clinical Psychologist and I was born in Hungary. After overcoming many language and cultural barriers I earned an Associates Degree from Chattahoochee Valley Community College. After the completion of my Bachelor's of Science Degree from Columbus State University I went on to earn my Master's and Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Atlanta, Georgia. The...
I have been a licensed psychotherapist for twelve years, and I consider it an honor to do the work of psychotherapy, helping clients to navigate the turbulence of life. I will work with you in a collaborative, non-judgmental and compassionate manner. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can talk openly, and I will help you to change any thoughts or behaviors that are distressin...
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Almost everyone finds themselves where life is hard, where there is a need for some help to get unstuck, and to receive support. When we feel supported, we begin to feel more hopeful and to feel better. It is not easy to ask for help, it takes inner strength and courage. I work hard to create a nonjudgmental, safe, and supportive environment for you to get the help you need and deserve. I work...
Is your child struggling with difficult and defiant behavior? Have certain life events impacted your child emotionally? One of the major challenges that you may be facing as a parent is managing your child's behavioral problems. You may be feeling overwhelmed during periods when your child struggles with listening and following through with what you tell them to do. You may be feeling frustrate...
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PsychoLegal Assessments, LLC is a multi-disciplinary, group private practice providing the most up-to-date, comprehensive and unbiased forensic/psychological evaluations. Services are focused on forensic psychological evaluations for criminal, civil, disability, immigration cases and much more. 2 convenient locations in the Anderson and Greenville areas Dr. Lockard was awarded her Doctor of...
Not accepting new clients at this time. My clients are usually the people everyone else leans on. They find it hard to express or even acknowledge their own feelings because they're taking care of others at home/work/school. They also have a history of rough experiences they don't feel safe talking about. My clients are strong but need help creating boundaries so they aren't used/dismissed by...
Therapy can be intimidating as it's one of the more intimate activities you will engage in. Of course, how could it not be; you walk into a room with a stranger, expecting to discuss in detail your inner thoughts, emotions, & current stressors. For therapy to work it's important you feel safe, welcomed & confident in your therapist. I can be that therapist for you. I will provide you & your fam...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in treating those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief & loss, ADHD, and behavioral challenges. Additionally, I help those who are struggling with adjustments and transitions in life. I understand that taking that first step in starting counseling can feel overwhelming. With that in mind, I feel it is important to empower...
