Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Valley Center, CA
Are you, your partner, or your child experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you having a hard time coping with a recent transition or loss? If so, I am here to help you on your journey towards growth and healing. I believe that when someone is going through a difficult time, it may also impact important relationships around them. For that reason, my practice not only sees individual clients, but also includes seeing families and couples. I provide a combination of strength-based, experiential, and cognitive behavioral therapies that I adapt to meet the individual needs of you and your family.
Are you, your partner, or your child experiencing feelings of anxiety or sadness? Are you having a hard time coping with a recent transition or loss? If so, I am here to help you on your journey towards growth and healing. I believe that when someone is going through a difficult time, it may also impact important relationships around them. For that reason, my practice not only sees individual clients, but also includes seeing families and couples. I provide a combination of strength-based, experiential, and cognitive behavioral therapies that I adapt to meet the individual needs of you and your family.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in San Diego County with over 25 years of experience specializing in trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, and parenting support. My practice focuses on compassionate, evidence-based therapy, including CBT, to help children, families, and individuals heal and build resilience. My ideal clients are individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, or parenting difficulties, including those related to adoption, foster care, or behavioral concerns (ADHD, ODD).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in San Diego County with over 25 years of experience specializing in trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, and parenting support. My practice focuses on compassionate, evidence-based therapy, including CBT, to help children, families, and individuals heal and build resilience. My ideal clients are individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, or parenting difficulties, including those related to adoption, foster care, or behavioral concerns (ADHD, ODD).
Hi! I'm Esther, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, CA, and I currently provide therapy in person and via Telehealth. I work with different populations and age ranges and specialize in treating trauma, life transitions, grief, anxiety, and depression. Over the years, I’ve learned the most important aspect of therapy is the chance to be truly seen & heard without judgement. I recognize the importance of representation in mental health, and I hope to offer a safe space that promotes comfort and helps reduce the stigma surrounding mental health services.
Hi! I'm Esther, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in San Diego, CA, and I currently provide therapy in person and via Telehealth. I work with different populations and age ranges and specialize in treating trauma, life transitions, grief, anxiety, and depression. Over the years, I’ve learned the most important aspect of therapy is the chance to be truly seen & heard without judgement. I recognize the importance of representation in mental health, and I hope to offer a safe space that promotes comfort and helps reduce the stigma surrounding mental health services.
Taking the plunge and getting into therapy is the first step in trying to change the direction of your life. If you are struggling with life decisions, or recently gone through some difficult life changes and are challenged by anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, or religious paradigm changes, you are not alone.
Taking the plunge and getting into therapy is the first step in trying to change the direction of your life. If you are struggling with life decisions, or recently gone through some difficult life changes and are challenged by anxiety, depression, motivation, self-esteem, or religious paradigm changes, you are not alone.
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I am a professional therapist prepared to clinically assist you with your issues and concerns. My personal style is warm, relaxed, encouraging, supportive, and non-judgmental. It is my goal to provide a therapeutic environment that is peaceful. I honor, affirm, and respect each individual’s need and ability to work at a pace that is comfortable.
I am a professional therapist prepared to clinically assist you with your issues and concerns. My personal style is warm, relaxed, encouraging, supportive, and non-judgmental. It is my goal to provide a therapeutic environment that is peaceful. I honor, affirm, and respect each individual’s need and ability to work at a pace that is comfortable.
It is important to me to provide skills, tools, and options for individuals to feel empowered in managing their life challenges on their own. I approach the therapeutic relationship from an open and honest space. I believe in building a relationship that is supportive, genuine, and collaborative as well as challenging and directive. Healing and progress are often made with a wholistic approach that can include additional support from families, communities, groups, and non-traditional healing practices. Thus, striving to collaborate in creating a treatment plan that is both evidence-based and individualized.
It is important to me to provide skills, tools, and options for individuals to feel empowered in managing their life challenges on their own. I approach the therapeutic relationship from an open and honest space. I believe in building a relationship that is supportive, genuine, and collaborative as well as challenging and directive. Healing and progress are often made with a wholistic approach that can include additional support from families, communities, groups, and non-traditional healing practices. Thus, striving to collaborate in creating a treatment plan that is both evidence-based and individualized.
Dr. M., here to help. For over 25 years, I've collaborated with folx, building skills to live their best lives; clearing paths for growth. I offer talk therapy tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on an adventure into yourself. It's my pleasure to be your guide. To learn more about my background, treatment approaches, and fee schedule, please visit my website.
What are sessions like with Dr. M? You might cry, laugh, yell, have an "aha" moment, or leave with more questions than when you came in. It's all good. Therapy can feel like it's getting worse before it gets better, "growing pains" are part of it.
Dr. M., here to help. For over 25 years, I've collaborated with folx, building skills to live their best lives; clearing paths for growth. I offer talk therapy tailored specifically to your needs/goals. I invite you on an adventure into yourself. It's my pleasure to be your guide. To learn more about my background, treatment approaches, and fee schedule, please visit my website.
What are sessions like with Dr. M? You might cry, laugh, yell, have an "aha" moment, or leave with more questions than when you came in. It's all good. Therapy can feel like it's getting worse before it gets better, "growing pains" are part of it.
Hello, I am Sarah Phillips, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in Texas, California, and New Mexico. I have been working in the mental health field since 2018 and I was previously a lead clinician. Prior to being a therapist, I spent 20 years in the army, and served several tours in Afghanistan. I love helping people overcome the difficulties that life brings and assisting my clients to feel empowered as they learn the skills necessary to prevail and enjoy a happy, healthy, and successful life. I enjoy working with adults and children.
Hello, I am Sarah Phillips, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am licensed in Texas, California, and New Mexico. I have been working in the mental health field since 2018 and I was previously a lead clinician. Prior to being a therapist, I spent 20 years in the army, and served several tours in Afghanistan. I love helping people overcome the difficulties that life brings and assisting my clients to feel empowered as they learn the skills necessary to prevail and enjoy a happy, healthy, and successful life. I enjoy working with adults and children.
Hello and welcome! My name is Janette and I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety and trauma related symptoms. I use evidenced based therapies including EMDR, CBT, DBT and TF-CBT to help clients heal their past, learn to self sooth, and empower themselves to navigate life's challenges. A majority of my practice focuses on assisting clients reduce ruminating thoughts, calm their nervous systems and overcome negative thoughts and narratives.
Hello and welcome! My name is Janette and I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety and trauma related symptoms. I use evidenced based therapies including EMDR, CBT, DBT and TF-CBT to help clients heal their past, learn to self sooth, and empower themselves to navigate life's challenges. A majority of my practice focuses on assisting clients reduce ruminating thoughts, calm their nervous systems and overcome negative thoughts and narratives.
I am accepting clients for my next 8-week Women's Burnout Recovery Group starting on June 19th. I currently have a waitlist for individual therapy clients.
My goal as a therapist is to help you move from a place of exhaustion and overwhelm toward balance, clarity, and well-being. I work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges—from burnout and workplace stress to trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients come to me after experiencing difficult environments such as workplace bullying or psychological unsafety, which can deeply affect both emotional and physical health.
I am accepting clients for my next 8-week Women's Burnout Recovery Group starting on June 19th. I currently have a waitlist for individual therapy clients.
My goal as a therapist is to help you move from a place of exhaustion and overwhelm toward balance, clarity, and well-being. I work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges—from burnout and workplace stress to trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients come to me after experiencing difficult environments such as workplace bullying or psychological unsafety, which can deeply affect both emotional and physical health.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides compassionate, evidence-based telehealth services to individuals across California. I work with adults to help navigate a wide variety of life stressors and mental health concerns, drawing from my specialized training in treating trauma, substance use disorders, anxiety, OCD, relationship and emotional distress. Together, we'll create a collaborative and safe space, where you can share your story and create a value-driven, meaningful life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides compassionate, evidence-based telehealth services to individuals across California. I work with adults to help navigate a wide variety of life stressors and mental health concerns, drawing from my specialized training in treating trauma, substance use disorders, anxiety, OCD, relationship and emotional distress. Together, we'll create a collaborative and safe space, where you can share your story and create a value-driven, meaningful life.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that enjoys helping my clients grow into an authentic and empowered version of themselves! I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, attachment issues, depression, relationship issues, and self- esteem.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that enjoys helping my clients grow into an authentic and empowered version of themselves! I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, attachment issues, depression, relationship issues, and self- esteem.
My wide range of experience provides me with the ability to approach many situations you may be facing with confidence and knowledge. I want to start where you are and I will respect your goals in the therapeutic process. I understand your need for confidentiality, privacy and trust. I have enjoyed providing extensive work and focusing my continued education on helping those with PTSD (to include military combat related PTSD), chronic illness, chronic pain, relationship problems, life transition issues, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
My wide range of experience provides me with the ability to approach many situations you may be facing with confidence and knowledge. I want to start where you are and I will respect your goals in the therapeutic process. I understand your need for confidentiality, privacy and trust. I have enjoyed providing extensive work and focusing my continued education on helping those with PTSD (to include military combat related PTSD), chronic illness, chronic pain, relationship problems, life transition issues, mood disorders, and personality disorders.
If you’re feeling constantly on edge, worn down, or getting stuck in negative thoughts, you’re not alone. A lot of folks reach a point where work, responsibility, or past experiences start catching up, and it can feel hard to slow your mind down or feel like yourself again.
My role is to help by creating a space where you can speak honestly and feel heard while we focus on practical steps that actually help. Together, we’ll identify what’s getting in the way and set clear, realistic goals so you can start feeling more steady and in control again.
If you’re feeling constantly on edge, worn down, or getting stuck in negative thoughts, you’re not alone. A lot of folks reach a point where work, responsibility, or past experiences start catching up, and it can feel hard to slow your mind down or feel like yourself again.
My role is to help by creating a space where you can speak honestly and feel heard while we focus on practical steps that actually help. Together, we’ll identify what’s getting in the way and set clear, realistic goals so you can start feeling more steady and in control again.
I provide a direct, supportive, and empowering space where clients can show up authentically and feel genuinely understood. My approach is grounded in collaboration. I work alongside you to identify patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that support lasting change. I integrate evidence-based practices with a strong emphasis on psychoeducation, helping you better understand yourself and your experiences. I will challenge you while also supporting you. My goal is to help you feel more confident, regulated, and in control of your life. Lasting change starts here, and we will build it together with clarity and intention.
I provide a direct, supportive, and empowering space where clients can show up authentically and feel genuinely understood. My approach is grounded in collaboration. I work alongside you to identify patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that support lasting change. I integrate evidence-based practices with a strong emphasis on psychoeducation, helping you better understand yourself and your experiences. I will challenge you while also supporting you. My goal is to help you feel more confident, regulated, and in control of your life. Lasting change starts here, and we will build it together with clarity and intention.
Hi, I'm a Clinical Counselor specializing in couples, individuals, and families. I help clients navigate difficult relationships, emotions, and life concerns by providing evidence-based therapy focused on providing a safe space for growth and facing the hard stuff. I am compassionate and here to support and walk alongside you as you grow and become empowered through boundary setting, building healthy communication skills, and truly getting to the core of your identity.
Hi, I'm a Clinical Counselor specializing in couples, individuals, and families. I help clients navigate difficult relationships, emotions, and life concerns by providing evidence-based therapy focused on providing a safe space for growth and facing the hard stuff. I am compassionate and here to support and walk alongside you as you grow and become empowered through boundary setting, building healthy communication skills, and truly getting to the core of your identity.
We believe that therapy is an opportunity for enhancing the functioning of individuals and families because everyone deserves to live a happy and fulfilling life. We are sensitive to our diverse community and strive to honor everyone’s beliefs and cultural values offering services tailored to meet the needs of our clients.
We believe that therapy is an opportunity for enhancing the functioning of individuals and families because everyone deserves to live a happy and fulfilling life. We are sensitive to our diverse community and strive to honor everyone’s beliefs and cultural values offering services tailored to meet the needs of our clients.
Felicia , a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in beautiful California. At my private practice, Clarity & Comfort, my mission is simple: to bring you comfort and clarity on your journey. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief & loss, trauma informed care, family challenges, or personal struggles I’m here to help you heal and thrive. You’re not alone let’s find your clarity together.
Felicia , a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in beautiful California. At my private practice, Clarity & Comfort, my mission is simple: to bring you comfort and clarity on your journey. Whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, grief & loss, trauma informed care, family challenges, or personal struggles I’m here to help you heal and thrive. You’re not alone let’s find your clarity together.
Hi! My name is Jackie Hid I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who utilizes a Person-centered approach that incorporates mindfulness, behavioral, cognitive, and solution focus among other modalities. I have over 6 years of experience helping clients who struggle with mood disorders, family trauma, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and substance abuse. My expertise is crisis intervention, resolution.
Hi! My name is Jackie Hid I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who utilizes a Person-centered approach that incorporates mindfulness, behavioral, cognitive, and solution focus among other modalities. I have over 6 years of experience helping clients who struggle with mood disorders, family trauma, anxiety, adjustment disorder, and substance abuse. My expertise is crisis intervention, resolution.
I am Dr. Ron Gellis and have been a Christian and Licensed Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist for many years. I have served in the Navy and am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and their Families. I played D1 soccer, run 20 marathons, taught scuba as well as being an award-winning underwater photographer, and competed at the CrossFit Games for 3 years. I am here to help you. I am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and Families as well as the most overlooked population therein, their children.
I am Dr. Ron Gellis and have been a Christian and Licensed Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist for many years. I have served in the Navy and am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and their Families. I played D1 soccer, run 20 marathons, taught scuba as well as being an award-winning underwater photographer, and competed at the CrossFit Games for 3 years. I am here to help you. I am passionate about working with Veterans, First Responders, and Families as well as the most overlooked population therein, their children.
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Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists
How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.
What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.
How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.
How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.