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 believe we all have a desire to find and express our authentic selves and find joy and meaning in the relationships we choose. Among the most important aspects of relationships are that they provide safety, connection and joy that flows from what we do together. I understand how much life and family stress, unmet needs, past trauma and broken trust can all lead to disconnection and...
An important indicator of success in therapy is the therapeutic relationship and the key is the art of listening - to what you are saying, but also within the silence. I believe that you already have the answers you seek and in collaboration with me, you can begin your journey of healing and find the sense of peace you desire. I have extensive experience serving individuals who have been...
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Be the author of your own life. My primary goal as a therapist is to help my clients remove the barriers to self-acceptance, achieve independence, and make choices that are in ones own best interest in order to lead a more self-directed life. The more dependent you are, the more removed you are from your own reality. The more independent you are, the more you go through life with your eyes...
I am a warm and experienced psychotherapist who works with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, difficult life transitions, and trauma. I listen and work closely with you to understand what factors may be contributing to your current problem or issue, and from there create a plan for the path forward to feeling better. Whether it be relieving symptoms of depression,...
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As a therapist and clinician, I am dedicated to supporting, accompanying, and empowering Triangle NC and surrounding area clients on their journeys through trying times. Within the therapeutic alliance, I employ goal centered, evidence based methods, usually centered in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to maximize quality of life and bring about a healthier, more peaceful existence, as well ...
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I believe that Therapy is a gift you give to yourself . Life is full of challenges whether transitions, losses, relationships or daily stress which requires understanding and techniques to manage successfully. As a Therapist with 29 years of experience I utilize a variety of therapy approaches that are focused on an individuals needs and their unique situation. My therapeutic approach is both...
I am a deeply compassionate and empathetic counselor who is motivated to assist you in moving your life in a positive direction. I inspire my clients to achieve their fullest potential. I specialize in working with individuals recovering from addiction and alcoholism, trauma and mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, as well as with the LGBTQ community and in relationship enhancement. I...
Humanity is currently experiencing a massive paradigm shift in consciousness. This can be confusing and painful at times. I help people navigate through this shift using concepts from various branches of psychology and philosophy. These approaches allow people to navigate and manage thoughts and emotions with ease rather than remaining stuck in trauma and old thought patterns. The main idea to...
