Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Davis, CA
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Diana Wilkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use talk,
cognitive
techniques, support, a positive attitude, emotional reframing, physical awareness, mindfulness, homework, articles that pertain to your issues, and referrals.
People want to be understood. Everyone wants to feel good yet each day our moods change as life’s circumstances intrude. Many times, the trauma we have experienced or our negative self-talk work to prevent us from good decisions. You may be considering counseling because you want to change something about yourself. For most people this kind of change can be hard work. To change yourself, it is helpful to understand how your thoughts, emotions and actions all interact to make up who you are. Real, lasting change is the result of a bunch of small changes that require a shift in thoughts and beliefs.

Margaret (Maggi) Jeffrey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My perspective is primarily solution-focused and strengths-based while mostly utilizing
cognitive
-behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques.
Are you tired of trying to figure out how to deal with your feelings on your own? Not sure who to listen to? Thank you for visiting my site. I work with adults (18+) who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, university challenges, both academic and social, and other difficult life events/transitions. My goal is to establish a positive and trusting connection with my clients while providing a supportive environment for the work we do together. I work collaboratively with my clients to find new ways of coping and managing difficult challenges that will ultimately lead to a more meaningful and productive life.
Not accepting new clients

Rebecca Brunette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have received training in a variety of Play Therapy modalities, Trauma Focused
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (TF-
CBT
), Early Childhood/Family Mental Health, The Incredible Years (parenting program), and Attachment-Focused EMDR.
I provide psychotherapeutic services for children, teens and adults in Davis, CA. Prior to private practice I worked in community mental health and residential treatment. I use a person-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each individual’s needs and strengths. I have particular interest in working with young people and their parents through the ups and downs, developmental challenges, and stresses of growing up. Clients have shared that I have an easy, down to earth, warm and relational approach.

Suzanne Quijano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
CBT
, Somatic, Family Systems, Multi-Cultural, Spanish Language) depending on each client's strengths, style, and needs.
In my practice, I help clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, family stress and conflict. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as young adults and teens. I like to work collaboratively with clients to identify issues and help bring relief from relationship conflicts, negative emotions, and life transitions.

Charles J McNeil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Hello fellow community members. I'm so happy to see that you’re taking the time to reinvest in your most important and valuable asset, you! I offer telehealth therapy throughout California while based out of Davis focusing on anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, and grief. My practice includes a tailored approach using brief and long-term therapy using trauma informed care, ACT,
CBT
, and DBT techniques.

Kenneth John Colenzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Some of the therapy models I incorporate include:
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy (
CBT
), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), the Gottman Method, compassion focused and client-centered therapy.
Are you feeling depleted and overwhelmed? Are you finding it difficult to connect with others or no longer feeling like yourself? I assure you, you are not alone. I am here to help. I have over 15 years of experience providing support to children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict and self-esteem issues. I really enjoy working with parents. One of my passions is working with people on the autism spectrum who want to build socialization skills that allow them to celebrate the beautiful person they are rather than focus solely on how they conform to societal norms.
Not accepting new clients

Anni M Schairer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified
Verified
I work with adults of all genders and sexualities in individual, couple, and group settings. I believe that any symptoms or behaviors currently bothering you served a purpose at one time; if they have ceased to be useful, together we can find ways to reduce or eliminate them. I draw most heavily from somatic,
cognitive
-behavioral, narrative and solution-focused therapies. I specialize in brief, focused work but can engage in longer term work, if this is more appropriate for your concerns.

John Elliott Jervis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I use evidence-based techniques (exposure therapy, ACT and
CBT
) to help you reliably improve your behavior to positively change your thoughts and feelings.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or the aftermath of trauma? Do you struggle with painful patterns in your life that persist despite your best efforts toward change? Are you nervous to try therapy because of the expense and exposure? Have strong effort and promising insights in previous therapy failed to bring you relief? Are you struggling with a difficult child or teenager and feeling like your good intentions and best efforts are not reaching them? Traditional, insight-oriented therapy may help with such challenges--but if not, behavioral therapy may help, regardless of success with mental insight and understanding.

Toni Rey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I customize my approach to your unique needs, drawing on psychodynamic, attachment-based,
CBT
, emotion-focused and humanistic approaches.
Are you distressed? Anxious? Wish life felt more positive? Would you, on your own or with your partner, like to work through what's bothering you, improve relationships, and feel more confident in going for what you want? Perhaps you'd like support to explore and understand what you're experiencing, and help to make some changes. Meeting with a therapist for time focused solely on you can help you on your journey. With warmth, professionalism, and gentle humor, I'm eager to get to know and work collaboratively with you, to help you find your new path.

Stephanie Bagley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
As a therapist I combine an eclectic approach from many different modalities with training and experience in DBT,
CBT
and trauma informed therapy.
I create a healing space for those who are struggling with anxiety, depression and managing their emotions. These issues can cause stress in your daily life and in relationship with others. I do believe that there is a way to honor our lived experiences while learning new skills to help manage your emotional life.

Tamie Cox
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
My Goal is to support clients in exploring their past and present to uncover unhealthy patterns that may cause distress and stops them from creating the changes they seek. We will collaborate together to create strategies and solutions based on a holistic,
cognitive
, and psychodynamic approach that supports you in meeting your personal and professional goals, as well as creating lasting change in your life.
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Shyla Steen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
There are many struggles in life-DON'T let your mental health be one! I utilize
cognitive
behavioral therapy and focus on the strengths of each client.
-Not accepting new clients at this time- Offering Telehealth online! I believe that participating in the therapy process takes courage. It is a journey of personal growth. By reaching out to find a therapist, you've taken the first step! This type of growth can be challenging, on your own. However- My goal is to help you find your path to improving feelings of fulfillment and self love! Initial phone consult is complimentary- Call Today- the journey begins with that fist step!

Jessica Pauline Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I utilize an integrated therapeutic approach of Sex Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, Sensate Focus, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis and Sacramento focusing on relationships. marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. It is my belief you will gain the best results taking what you learn in therapeutic sessions and applying it to your life outside of therapy.
Not accepting new clients

Linda Michael
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My treatment approach is eclectic, and while attending to the unique clinical needs of each individual, the treatment focus that may integrate solution-focused, motivational interviewing,
cognitive
-behavioral, mindfulness, and/or interpersonal, relational, psychodynamic approaches.
I view each person as an expert of their own experience, with therapy as a collaborative process focusing on an enduring connectedness with others and the world. I use an empathic, compassionate, and direct approach, which may allow for safety and trust to develop. Supported by my undergraduate training at San Francisco State University, and graduate training at the California Institute of Integral Studies, I believe in the importance of socio-cultural, environmental experiences as they contribute to the innate resilience and compassion within each person.

Diana Hirning-Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
My training includes
CBT
, EFT, DBT, Daring Way(tm), family systems, Brainspotting, hypnosis, mediation, co-parenting, parenting, play therapies.
Are you or your child/teen or marriage feeling strained or overwhelmed? I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral and relationship issues, including family blending and coparenting. It is possible to achieve symptom relief, behavior change and to promote passion, meaning, and successful relationships. Areas I focus on include children/teens, trauma, special needs or illness, parenting, and divorce (supporting parents and/or children). I am passionate to help clients witness and live their preferred selves and relationships.

Dr. Xiaolong Li
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Although traditionally trained in
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), I primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in my work with clients.
When presented with problems we generally try to solve them as best we can with the tools available to us. Usually we're able to do so. However, sometimes this universal human instinct to problem-solve also creates the conditions of our own misery. In trying to "think positive” or "be happy" or "stop worrying," what we're really looking for is control. Yet the more we cling onto this control, the less effective it becomes over time. Not only do we feel worse than before, our lives become smaller and smaller until we feel trapped in a prison of our own creation.

Sara Ruebelt, Ph.D, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
My approach is strength-based, collaborative, and evidence-based integrating theories from a family systems perspective,
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, & Attachment Theory.
My life’s work is to improve & understand human relationships, and to help others live a life of meaning and authenticity. I strive to build bridges of understanding between multiple realities and reframing perspectives. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I specialize in trauma, transitions, cross-cultural adjustment, personal or professional relationship difficulties, parenting, grief, and marital issues.

Lin Colonel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
There's no better time than now to be your best self. I am here to help you reach your fullest potential. Let's journey together in a safe and non-judgmental relationship, where you can nurture and develop ways to live authentically with a sense of peace, presence, and dignity. In this collaborative process we will identify and establish ways for you to achieve your goals. Every client is truly unique; therefore I use an approach that is tailored to meet your individual needs. This may include techniques from
Cognitive
Behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and motivational coaching.
Not accepting new clients

Chelsea Montgomery, Couples Resource Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with a wide range of clients including those of all types of
cognitive
or physical abilities, cultural backgrounds, religious / non-religious beliefs, gender identities, and sexual orientations.
As our changing world becomes more complex, it's important to take stock of what matters in life. When emotional struggles result in destructive behaviors, anxiety, and depression, we loose sight of our best selves. Meanwhile, seeking out help for these issues can be awkward! Your comfort in this process is my priority. Our time together will be based on your goals, your concerns, and your unique personality.

Justin Olson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Justin first noticed his innate desire to connect with others when he was a child. He is board-certified in addictions and co-morbidity; teenagers, adults, and the elderly; and high-acuity clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Justin specializes in understanding unconscious maladaptive thinking and behaviors that lead to depression and anxiety. He helps adults discover and discard old, unhelpful patterns and learn to integrate new ways of thinking and behaving. Justin utilizes psychodynamic,
cognitive
behavioral, and existential concepts.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario (catastrophizing) or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.