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Zoe W Travers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sylva, NC 28779  (Online Only)
I have found that working with the mind is only one piece of the picture, lets focus on examining thought patterns with cognitive behavioral therapy, adding mindfulness skills to gain personal insight and work with deeper core material.
I specialize in working with adult individuals and couples/families providing mindfulness and skills based psychotherapy. Let’s find new ways to work with old problems. For over 15 years I have specialized in working with the mind and the body using both traditional therapy and mindfulness techniques. This skills based approach, using non-violent communication and relationship enhancement therapy, a skills based learning approach to improve communication and empathy interpersonally. Let’s collaborate to find practical solutions and reduce your life stressors.
I have found that working with the mind is only one piece of the picture, lets focus on examining thought patterns with cognitive behavioral therapy, adding mindfulness skills to gain personal insight and work with deeper core material.
I specialize in working with adult individuals and couples/families providing mindfulness and skills based psychotherapy. Let’s find new ways to work with old problems. For over 15 years I have specialized in working with the mind and the body using both traditional therapy and mindfulness techniques. This skills based approach, using non-violent communication and relationship enhancement therapy, a skills based learning approach to improve communication and empathy interpersonally. Let’s collaborate to find practical solutions and reduce your life stressors.
(828) 677-2806 View (828) 677-2806

Online Therapists

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Rocinante Wellness & Trauma Center
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, ABD, NCC, LCMHC, LCASA, CCPT-II
Verified Verified
Morganton, NC 28655
Understanding what has or is happening to you can be beyond confusing and difficult. It's hard to live life within a hurricane of swirling emotions. Using exceptional intellect finely tuned to the nuances of human experience and a boundless reservoir of kindness, your neurodivergent counselor offers you guidance and a safe harbor for your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Embracing diversity of thought and emotion, we'll navigate the complexities of the human condition with profound empathy, fostering connection, resilience, and empowerment in every session. Give me a call and let's get started on your wellness journey.
Understanding what has or is happening to you can be beyond confusing and difficult. It's hard to live life within a hurricane of swirling emotions. Using exceptional intellect finely tuned to the nuances of human experience and a boundless reservoir of kindness, your neurodivergent counselor offers you guidance and a safe harbor for your journey toward healing and self-discovery. Embracing diversity of thought and emotion, we'll navigate the complexities of the human condition with profound empathy, fostering connection, resilience, and empowerment in every session. Give me a call and let's get started on your wellness journey.
(336) 502-6967 View (336) 502-6967
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Sareet R Taylor
Counselor, EdS, LMHC, LCMHC, QCS
Verified Verified
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768  (Online Only)
Do fear and worry prevent you from living life the way you want? Are you always imagining the worst-case scenario? Are you afraid to try new things, or go to new places? Do you sometimes feel "stuck" in old, memories that are bringing you down, or keeping you from moving forward? Or perhaps stuck in relationship patterns that are no longer healthy for you? I want you to know that you are not alone. I have spent over 20 years treating folks with these issues. I'd be honored to help you get started on your healing journey.
Do fear and worry prevent you from living life the way you want? Are you always imagining the worst-case scenario? Are you afraid to try new things, or go to new places? Do you sometimes feel "stuck" in old, memories that are bringing you down, or keeping you from moving forward? Or perhaps stuck in relationship patterns that are no longer healthy for you? I want you to know that you are not alone. I have spent over 20 years treating folks with these issues. I'd be honored to help you get started on your healing journey.
(407) 749-1966 View (407) 749-1966

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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.