Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Riverside, CA
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Dominique Roy, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
With over 15 years of experience and a passion for yoga and energy, I have developed a unique style of
cognitive
/humanistic therapy with an emphasis on mind, body, and spirit connections. I strive to create a safe and supportive space for clients to experience holistic wellness. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress management, inspiring clients to move towards balance and conscious living by healing their relationships with others and themselves.

Shandra Carlsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CFLC
Verified
Verified
I offer faith-based therapeutic intervention to help you with relevant and powerful tools to apply throughout your life! In a
cognitive
-behavioral, person-centered approach we will incorporate your faith to bring clarity, action, and meaningful change to your life!.
It’s a world of commotion! And for many, it’s not only outside of us but raging within us, as well! Where is clarity? Where is real help? At one time or other we all get stuck in our relationships (marital, parent-child, sibling, in-laws, employer, social), our life experiences (past, present, or future), and by emotion overload with things in, and things out, of our control. By themselves, or combined into a perfect storm that levels you flat, these challenging situations can create a desperation for relief and answers!

Dr. Aine Bergin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I also offer pastoral counseling for those individuals whose needs differ from emotional,
cognitive
or medical issues and are based in spiritual issues.
My passion is to see families stay together, not out of duty or obligation, but because they enjoy and delight in one another's company. I believe the core foundation of a strong and healthy family is a deep, abiding respect for one another. Therefore, my desire is to teach people how to effectively communicate and listen, with the ultimate goal of achieving a safe and healthy family environment where all members have a voice and heart to listen. I know that there are thousands of hurting individuals in my community and I am dedicated to your genuine care.
Not accepting new clients

Dretona T. Maddox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, RN-PHN, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My approach combines trauma-focused
cognitive
-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic counseling.
I am a registered nurse and a licensed clinical social worker in California with over 28 years as a nurse and 13 years of experience working as a trauma therapist and wellness coach. I help teen parents and former teen parents heal from the psychological and emotional trauma of early parenting. I also help women heal from the trauma of abortion. I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in bridging the mind and body connection to health and wellness.

Tamekia L Flanngan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer Solution Focus Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Grounding techniques and other evidence-based practices .
Feeling anxious, depressed, upset, confused, lonely, experiencing a pressing issue or racing thoughts? Mental health issues or problems can be overwhelming and difficult, but that does not mean you have to experience the spiraling effects alone. As a mental health professional, my approach is to help you utilize your innate abilities to manage everyday challenges. Whether that is finding a sense of normality, seeking a solution, gaining skills, and establishing a sense of hope, my goal is to meet each client where they are at. Together we can build a trusting relationship and address you're mental health needs.

Lacuesta Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I understand the importance of beginning therapy by creating an atmosphere of warmth and trust. My approach is collaborative and my primary focus is to help you achieve your goals, discover your strengths and improve your relationships. I utilize different treatment modalities, including
cognitive
behavioral, solution focused and motivational interviewing. I'm passionate about working with individuals and excited to start working with you!

Men's Issues - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my practice. I have about 15 years of clinical experience and have been featured on NBC/KCAL/HLN as an expert psychologist. I work primarily with men who have hit “rock bottom” and would like help getting up. These men are often in crisis when we first meet. The issues I address are typically related to unhealthy sexual behaviors, infidelity, financial recklessness, gambling, drugs/alcohol, dishonesty/lying, and relational conflicts. My therapy approach is a combination of psychoanalytic,
cognitive
-behavioral, and the 12-Step recovery model. I also share insight from my own painful but redemptive recovery journey.

Beth Hudde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I accompany my clients through mental health and relationship challenges using techniques from
CBT
, ACT, and mindfulness to help clients attain psychological resiliency.
Thank you for visiting and for considering therapy with me. I hope this is the beginning of a wonderful therapeutic relationship, where you can expect growth and new insights. A little about myself: I graduated from Smith College School of Social Work (Massachusetts) in 2006. My career has been rich and varied, for which I am truly grateful, having over 16+ years of experience, from outpatient therapy for individuals, couples and families, residential and PACT teams, and medical social work in an ER and transplant center. I currently work with adults in individual therapy in my private practice.

Jacqueline Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My name is Jacqueline, and I am passionate about helping individuals and families facing unique life challenges. I have many years of experience working in the mental health field. My approach in therapy is an interactive, non-judgmental, safe place to help meet your goals. I use psychoeducation,
CBT
, DBT, solution-focused, and other evidence-based modalities. I assist you in gaining self-awareness and tailor treatment plans around your needs. I believe together; we can create a plan for positive lasting change. I strive to provide a safe therapeutic environment that will allow you to express your authentic self.

Adriene Moore Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Cognitive
Behavior, solution focus, PTSD are among the specialties offered.
Clients often have a variety of needs: family relaitonships, personal adjustment issues to life situations, health issues, unresolved adult and childhood issues particularly various issues of abuse and trauma. Children who are often diagnosed with ADHD may also be impacted by not only their behavior issues but also the family history which also needs to be address in therapy. There is need to provided behavior and coping skills for the child either in individual and group sessions. Further the parents and caregivers also need to identify coping skills for themselves and child.

Carrie Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Carrie helps clients by providing empathy and understanding as she uses
CBT
and various other psychological interventions.
Carrie Anne Cooper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2001. She was a Navy brat and has lived all over the world. She went to school in Asia from age 7 to about 11 years old. Carrie graduated high school in California and has lived in Southern California ever since. She went to the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and went to Pepperdine University for her Master's Degree. Carrie has been working in the field of psychology for more than 20 years, working with a variety of populations and diagnoses.
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Dr. Chyneitha Cook | California Teletherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
As an integrative therapist, I am primarily
cognitive
-behavioral (
CBT
) and psychodynamic in orientation.
Are you worried, frustrated, or just plain disappointed with certain situations in your life? Perhaps your issues are current, or maybe they have been resurfacing, with no resolution. Seeking help is a big step, but it's a step in the right direction. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My clients learn to consider all aspects of their functioning as human beings (biological, psychological, spiritual, etc.). I will assist you with developing a plan for working through the past or current situations that are hindering your progress in life, so that you can begin to function more effectively, and thrive.

Luis Resendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Brainspotting, and Trauma Focused
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy.
You won't read another "Are you feeling stressed or sad?" headline here because chances are you've heard it all before already. You've clicked on this ad because you're sick and tired of things like anxiety and depression ruining your life. I specialize in men's mental health issues (fatherhood, men's health anxiety, gender norm distress) and trauma. It's time to take your life back and find the peace and balance you deserve. Allow me to do the honor to walk with you side by side in the journey to living a healthy and productive life. (Please note I do not work with children under 16 nor do I work with couples).
Not accepting new clients

Morgan Jean Craig
Marriage & Family Therapist, DSW-C, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In addition to my favorite evidenced based therapy models including but not limited to
Cognitive
-Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian), I also love to incorporate a more eclectic style of therapy.
I focus my practice on encouraging, supporting, and challenging my clients to climb the mountain and then to go on and own their story of how they climbed that mountain. Whatever that mountain is for you: anxiety, life transitions, school, etc., you are strong enough, resilient enough, and have exactly what it takes to survive and thrive.

Embolden Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic focus is driven by utilization of various techniques and coping skills stemming from evidence-based practices Solution Focused Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavioral, and Family Systems and Behavior Coaching.
I’m an engaged, compassionate, experienced therapist who challenges my clients to lead more conscious and engaged lives. My goal is to help you learn more about yourself, find the inner strength to make difficult changes and be more present. I offer a blend of talk therapy with visualization, and mindfulness approaches. I have helped many clients recover from difficult life challenges to live more productive and fulfilling lives. Therapy is more than just working through the problems that are in front of us, it involves learning about ourselves, clarifying our values, developing the courage to make difficult changes .
Not accepting new clients

Julie A Weaver
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I use (
CBT
), positive psychology, and other theories to help work through a variety of concerns such as, anxiety, depression and difficulties with relationships.
Everyone has a story. It takes courage to reach out and tell the details of that story in counseling. It is my privilege to be the listener in the room, and my hope that you will feel safe and comfortable enough to share the concerns that are holding you back. Depression, anxiety, grief or loss may seem insurmountable, but together, we can set goals and implement new strategies to move you forward, adding a new and positive chapter in your story.

Ilse Aerts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I utilize techniques from evidence based theories including
cognitive
behavioral therapy (
CBT
), solution focused interventions, person centered strategies, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that are tailored to your specific needs.
Are you sad, worried, stressed or anxious? Have you experienced trauma? Are you overwhelmed as a partner, parent or caregiver? Don’t keep trying to do it alone. We’ll explore where grief and loss, parenting, or the challenges life has thrown you might be showing up in how you’re feeling. Maybe you’ve moved from a different state or country and are trying to cope with the Southern California way of life. I understand that adjustment, and how hard it can be to adapt to new expectations and getting comfortable with a different language because I’ve done it myself.

Julie Naomi Siegel-Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am an attachment based therapist, using psychodynamic therapy,
CBT
, DBT, existential therapy, interpersonal therapy and EMDR.
Deciding to come to therapy can be a very difficult decision. In the last 12 years of practicing, I've found that meeting my clients where they are is the most important part of my job. If you're struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, have trauma in your past or just want someone to listen while you talk through what's going on in your life, please give me a call. I have an extensive background in treating eating disorders and am also a certified EMDR therapist.

Stewart Family Counseling & Performance Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize a solution-focused, as well as a
cognitive
/behavioral approach to guiding individuals, couples and families toward the positive change they desire.
"Therapy is for the weak." "Pull yourself up by the bootstraps!" "You don't want to put your business out there?" We've heard them all. And by following these unwise axioms, we've unnecessarily endured an existence filled with fear, anxiety, frustration and pain. You don't have to accept this for yourself or your relationships! The key to a better way of living resides in you, awaiting to be discovered.

Tree of Light Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAMF
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative therapist who utilizes treatment modalities of
cognitive
behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused therapy.
If you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, adjustment issues, trauma, grief and loss, or low self-esteem I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in the field.
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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.