Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Escondido, CA
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
I am Rev. Dr. Monika Maria Grace and I welcome you to my page! In our first session together, I also welcome you to my real or virtual office and I invite you to make it your own safe space. I explain that therapy is a process, a relationship, and an adventure. It's also a gift of discovery and renewal that only you can give to yourself, especially in our challenging days. In this process, my role is to listen, to support, to challenge, to guide, and to celebrate you as you are becoming more courageous to face the parts of yourself you were avoiding, more accepting of yourself and of others, and fully present in your life.
I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
My practice is filled with marital/relationship/employment problems. I am also a child psychologist, so I subspecialize in ADHD/learning disabilities. Anxiety, depression and Addiction issues are very common. All managed care programs are accepted, if that is best for the client.
I deal directly with problems, using CBT, emphasizing support/non-judgment.
My practice is filled with marital/relationship/employment problems. I am also a child psychologist, so I subspecialize in ADHD/learning disabilities. Anxiety, depression and Addiction issues are very common. All managed care programs are accepted, if that is best for the client.
I utilize different types of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Gestalt Therapy.
My clientele consists of Adults, Teenagers, and Children. I have provided therapeutic services to help with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Teen Violence, PTSD, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and career concerns to name a few.
I utilize different types of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Gestalt Therapy.
My clientele consists of Adults, Teenagers, and Children. I have provided therapeutic services to help with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Teen Violence, PTSD, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and career concerns to name a few.
Have you always been complimented on your strength? Or even your courage? During times when you've felt like crumbling? Do you put on a happy face just trying to make it through the day? Do you not allow yourself to sit with the emotion? Trouble communicating your wants and needs to your partner? Are you carrying the weight of things beyond your control? Has there been a shift in your family? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I would love to offer you a space to be heard, be seen, gain insight, and develop strategies that put you into the driver's seat of your life journey.
Have you always been complimented on your strength? Or even your courage? During times when you've felt like crumbling? Do you put on a happy face just trying to make it through the day? Do you not allow yourself to sit with the emotion? Trouble communicating your wants and needs to your partner? Are you carrying the weight of things beyond your control? Has there been a shift in your family? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, I would love to offer you a space to be heard, be seen, gain insight, and develop strategies that put you into the driver's seat of your life journey.
I use talk therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT) to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns.
I believe that therapy is team work. Together, we’ll identify and set goals that matter to you whether they focus on improving relationships, managing anxiety or another personal objective. As we work together, your goals may evolve as you gain new insights. We can think "out of the box" to reach your goals.
I use talk therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy ( CBT) to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns.
I believe that therapy is team work. Together, we’ll identify and set goals that matter to you whether they focus on improving relationships, managing anxiety or another personal objective. As we work together, your goals may evolve as you gain new insights. We can think "out of the box" to reach your goals.
You may not feel it or believe it right now, but you truly are the expert in your own life. Are you a parent worried about your child, or stressed and overwhelmed in relationships, not feeling like yourself, juggling it all and trying to keep it together? I’m here to help. My professional experience is based on over 15 years of working with individuals and families suffering from anxiety, substance use, grief, loss, depression, and trauma. I’ve dedicated my life and career to helping people navigate strenuous life situations while showing them that there is hope and a solution for everything.
You may not feel it or believe it right now, but you truly are the expert in your own life. Are you a parent worried about your child, or stressed and overwhelmed in relationships, not feeling like yourself, juggling it all and trying to keep it together? I’m here to help. My professional experience is based on over 15 years of working with individuals and families suffering from anxiety, substance use, grief, loss, depression, and trauma. I’ve dedicated my life and career to helping people navigate strenuous life situations while showing them that there is hope and a solution for everything.
Having been married for 50 years and raised four children to adulthood, I bring a wealth of life experience to the therapeutic relationship. There are so many challenges with marriage and raising a family, undergoing therapy myself (both individual and couple) has helped me through many difficult times, and I know what it takes make significant changes in my life. I love animals, and i have two dogs who bring me joy every day. My children and seven grandchildren are very important to my life.
Having been married for 50 years and raised four children to adulthood, I bring a wealth of life experience to the therapeutic relationship. There are so many challenges with marriage and raising a family, undergoing therapy myself (both individual and couple) has helped me through many difficult times, and I know what it takes make significant changes in my life. I love animals, and i have two dogs who bring me joy every day. My children and seven grandchildren are very important to my life.
I strive to help people through caring, compassionate, non-judgmental and confidential services, emphasizing a positive psychology perspective, including CBT, ACT and humanistic approaches.
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
I strive to help people through caring, compassionate, non-judgmental and confidential services, emphasizing a positive psychology perspective, including CBT, ACT and humanistic approaches.
Hello, my name is Dr. Michael Bjornson. Most of my clients simply refer to me as Dr. "B". I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 26 years, with active licenses in California, Utah, and Wyoming. I am honored that you are considering me to help you in whatever life challenges have led you to seek help. Whether this may be your first-time seeking help or not, I recognize starting therapy is a big decision requiring courage and trust in another human being, to be there for you in a professional, caring capacity, to facilitate and guide you through important and difficult concerns.
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
Sitting at the cross roads of life not knowing which direction to take or perhaps cemented in the very spot where we stand, seems to be where many find themselves today. With the weight of past traumas, present stress and frustrations, and future worries of what is to come sitting upon our shoulders, we attempt to carry even more weight from our families and friends. At some point our shoulders begin to give amongst the burden that cannot be carried alone. We find ourselves in distress feeling hopeless, helpless and broken.
As an adjunct, I use CBT, DBT, Narrative, and other techniques.
I work to remain genuine and open throughout therapy sessions. I ask open-ended questions as well as detailed questions in order to get the right information to figure out how to provide proper guidance. The needs of the client will always direct the course of therapy. Clients should feel free to be honest and open as well, but not forced.
As an adjunct, I use CBT, DBT, Narrative, and other techniques.
I work to remain genuine and open throughout therapy sessions. I ask open-ended questions as well as detailed questions in order to get the right information to figure out how to provide proper guidance. The needs of the client will always direct the course of therapy. Clients should feel free to be honest and open as well, but not forced.
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling a past traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us and one of our therapists will contact you soon.
Are you struggling with panic, worry or trauma? If so, whether large or small, it may cause anxiety. Or maybe you even feel traumatized? This can happen for any situation that causes disturbance to your daily routine, thinking and ability to function to your full potential. Whatever your anxiety or trauma is about, we can help! We are a team of therapists working extensively with anxiety issues. These could be about relationships, life events, or any negative experience. If you are struggling a past traumatic incident, or anxiety, please contact us and one of our therapists will contact you soon.
I often use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT) when working with clients who have experienced trauma.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, trauma, or the weight of life transitions and family dynamics? Whether you're navigating a custody battle, facing co-parenting challenges, or simply trying to feel like yourself again, you're not alone. I'm here to provide a grounded, supportive space where we can work together toward healing, clarity, and lasting change.
I often use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF- CBT) when working with clients who have experienced trauma.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, trauma, or the weight of life transitions and family dynamics? Whether you're navigating a custody battle, facing co-parenting challenges, or simply trying to feel like yourself again, you're not alone. I'm here to provide a grounded, supportive space where we can work together toward healing, clarity, and lasting change.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) to gently guide clients in exploring how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence their well-being.
I am dedicated to create a compassionate and non judgemental space where you can feel truly heard , supported, and understood.. My approach is collaborative, working alongside you to explore your needs and goals while honoring your unique story. With specialized experience n anxiety, depression, and trauma , I strive to empower you with tools, insight, and a sense of safety as we navigate your path towards healing and growth.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) to gently guide clients in exploring how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence their well-being.
I am dedicated to create a compassionate and non judgemental space where you can feel truly heard , supported, and understood.. My approach is collaborative, working alongside you to explore your needs and goals while honoring your unique story. With specialized experience n anxiety, depression, and trauma , I strive to empower you with tools, insight, and a sense of safety as we navigate your path towards healing and growth.
I have over 20 years experience using evidence based practices such as CBT and EMDR to heal.
Tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed? Like you don't know where else to turn? We all have a story to tell, but not everyone feels empowered to share theirs. There are ALWAYS reasons why you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, chronically stressed, angry, or depressed. We will uncover each and every one of your symptoms and put the pieces of the puzzle together so that you can feel content and secure - inside and out.
I have over 20 years experience using evidence based practices such as CBT and EMDR to heal.
Tired of feeling anxious, overwhelmed? Like you don't know where else to turn? We all have a story to tell, but not everyone feels empowered to share theirs. There are ALWAYS reasons why you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, chronically stressed, angry, or depressed. We will uncover each and every one of your symptoms and put the pieces of the puzzle together so that you can feel content and secure - inside and out.
My number one strength is empathy, and client-centered, strength based, cognitive-behavioral, and brief therapy are my main treatment methods.
Hi, my name is Karen, and I bring a wealth of life experience as well as professional knowledge to the therapeutic relationship. Clients tell me that my warm, caring, compassionate, non-judgmental approach puts them at ease quickly and throughout the counseling/healing process. In particular, those who have experienced grief, trauma, stress, crises, life transitions, and relationship conflict in their lives state that have benefited a great deal in working with me. I will start where you are, and we will develop a collaborative relationship, focusing on your needs and goals.
My number one strength is empathy, and client-centered, strength based, cognitive-behavioral, and brief therapy are my main treatment methods.
Hi, my name is Karen, and I bring a wealth of life experience as well as professional knowledge to the therapeutic relationship. Clients tell me that my warm, caring, compassionate, non-judgmental approach puts them at ease quickly and throughout the counseling/healing process. In particular, those who have experienced grief, trauma, stress, crises, life transitions, and relationship conflict in their lives state that have benefited a great deal in working with me. I will start where you are, and we will develop a collaborative relationship, focusing on your needs and goals.
I often incorporate mind-body connection techniques, Brainspotting, and CBT to help you better understand your emotions, reduce distress, and create lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying so much on their own. Many struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting stress, postpartum concerns, or difficult childhood experiences. Often they appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed and lost inside. I provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and create lasting change.
I often incorporate mind-body connection techniques, Brainspotting, and CBT to help you better understand your emotions, reduce distress, and create lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or exhausted from carrying so much on their own. Many struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, parenting stress, postpartum concerns, or difficult childhood experiences. Often they appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed and lost inside. I provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space to process experiences, build coping skills, improve communication, strengthen self-esteem, and create lasting change.
Some problems in life can be difficult to deal with. It can be hard to make progress. It can be hard to understand why we feel the way we do, or to understand why we do the things we do. We can be stifled by fear, hampered by low self-esteem, or suffer from being too hard on ourselves. It can seem that we have the same kind of problems or painful emotions over and over.
Some problems in life can be difficult to deal with. It can be hard to make progress. It can be hard to understand why we feel the way we do, or to understand why we do the things we do. We can be stifled by fear, hampered by low self-esteem, or suffer from being too hard on ourselves. It can seem that we have the same kind of problems or painful emotions over and over.
Under the direct supervision of Trevor Olson, PSY28474, I integrate multiple approaches, such as CBT, trauma-focused, and attachment-based work, to support each client in finding meaningful growth and change.
Hi, I’m Cameron. I’m a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Soul Tide Psychotherapy, under the supervision of Trevor Olson, PSY 28474. I have a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I’m passionate about creating a supportive space where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore whatever you’re going through.
Before becoming a registered associate therapist, I worked as a student therapist, providing talk therapy and neurofeedback. This role helped me develop a flexible approach that supports wellbeing from a holistic perspective.
Under the direct supervision of Trevor Olson, PSY28474, I integrate multiple approaches, such as CBT, trauma-focused, and attachment-based work, to support each client in finding meaningful growth and change.
Hi, I’m Cameron. I’m a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Soul Tide Psychotherapy, under the supervision of Trevor Olson, PSY 28474. I have a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I’m passionate about creating a supportive space where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore whatever you’re going through.
Before becoming a registered associate therapist, I worked as a student therapist, providing talk therapy and neurofeedback. This role helped me develop a flexible approach that supports wellbeing from a holistic perspective.
Some of the most common therapeutic modalities I use for therapy include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Client-Centered Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Hi! My name is Vanessa Cruz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of North San Diego County in California. I have experience working with all ages and my approach to therapy is compassion focused. I help clients develop strategies that will help them to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and overall stress. It is important to me that clients feel an ability to find their own power to be able to gain better control over their lives and be active participants of change.
Some of the most common therapeutic modalities I use for therapy include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Client-Centered Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Hi! My name is Vanessa Cruz and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of North San Diego County in California. I have experience working with all ages and my approach to therapy is compassion focused. I help clients develop strategies that will help them to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and overall stress. It is important to me that clients feel an ability to find their own power to be able to gain better control over their lives and be active participants of change.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in my work with kids and teens.
You are noticing an increase in your child’s anxious thinking and worrying. They are overwhelmed, and their emotional reactions are bigger than you’re used to. School avoidance has increased despite being bright and capable. Their ability to remain focused or motivated has decreased, and as a parent, you're at a point that feels uncertain. If this feels familiar and you're not sure what to do next, you're not alone. I help kids, teens and parents manage anxiety, ADHD, and big feelings in ways that actually work. For younger kids, I offer a unique, interactive virtual play therapy space designed to help them open up and stay engaged.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in my work with kids and teens.
You are noticing an increase in your child’s anxious thinking and worrying. They are overwhelmed, and their emotional reactions are bigger than you’re used to. School avoidance has increased despite being bright and capable. Their ability to remain focused or motivated has decreased, and as a parent, you're at a point that feels uncertain. If this feels familiar and you're not sure what to do next, you're not alone. I help kids, teens and parents manage anxiety, ADHD, and big feelings in ways that actually work. For younger kids, I offer a unique, interactive virtual play therapy space designed to help them open up and stay engaged.
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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.