Therapists in Westchester County, NY
Jose R Martinez
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10801 (Online Only)
My clinical orientation is trauma-informed and based on models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with more than three decades of varied clinical experience. I have a true respect for the art and practice of therapeutic counseling with those struggling with substance use and/or mental health disorders. I focus on building a professional and respectful relationship with clients from the moment we meet. Each individual is an expert on their story and my role is to listen with openness, patience, and compassion to provide others with a journey toward healing, recovery, joy and hope.
My clinical orientation is trauma-informed and based on models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor with more than three decades of varied clinical experience. I have a true respect for the art and practice of therapeutic counseling with those struggling with substance use and/or mental health disorders. I focus on building a professional and respectful relationship with clients from the moment we meet. Each individual is an expert on their story and my role is to listen with openness, patience, and compassion to provide others with a journey toward healing, recovery, joy and hope.
Rhea Pollack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10603
With 25 years of experience, I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems work and have an approach that is trauma sensitive, often introspective and tailored to each unique individual.
Are you finding that life has become more difficult and harder to handle on your own? Particularly in the current climate, more people are struggling with anxiety, depression and grief. Therapy can be highly beneficial to help navigate these additional challenges. In a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment, I work with people to build on their own inner strengths and discover new ones. Using your resiliency, we can develop more effective ways of managing stressors, enhance clarity and bring peace of mind. I would be happy to speak to you over the phone for a free consultation.
With 25 years of experience, I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems work and have an approach that is trauma sensitive, often introspective and tailored to each unique individual.
Are you finding that life has become more difficult and harder to handle on your own? Particularly in the current climate, more people are struggling with anxiety, depression and grief. Therapy can be highly beneficial to help navigate these additional challenges. In a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment, I work with people to build on their own inner strengths and discover new ones. Using your resiliency, we can develop more effective ways of managing stressors, enhance clarity and bring peace of mind. I would be happy to speak to you over the phone for a free consultation.
Donna Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706 (Online Only)
In a caring home-office I offer supportive, practical, goal-oriented, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral (DBT) psychotherapy for accepting and processing what's past and embracing what's next with wisdom and ease. With 25+ years of experience in areas such as: infertility, cancer, health, stress, relationships, divorce mediation, family therapy, meditation and yoga, depression/anxiety and wellness, work/life balance, I have a strong understanding life's transitions, especially with teens, young adults and families. My hours are flexible. The first appointment will be helpful in understanding the client's history and desires and determining if the rapport is comfortable.
In a caring home-office I offer supportive, practical, goal-oriented, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral (DBT) psychotherapy for accepting and processing what's past and embracing what's next with wisdom and ease. With 25+ years of experience in areas such as: infertility, cancer, health, stress, relationships, divorce mediation, family therapy, meditation and yoga, depression/anxiety and wellness, work/life balance, I have a strong understanding life's transitions, especially with teens, young adults and families. My hours are flexible. The first appointment will be helpful in understanding the client's history and desires and determining if the rapport is comfortable.
Tkeynah Binyamin
Counselor
Verified Verified
Yonkers, NY 10701 (Online Only)
I believe there is no "one size fits all approach" to therapy and I combine CBT, client-centered, and solution focused techniques which encourage you to be an active participant in your healing journey.
Do you have pain from the past or worries about the future that make it difficult to enjoy the present? Are you experiencing a roadblock from truly living life and obtaining happiness? Do you seek to have fulfilling relationships with others? Having worked with clients in different stages of their healing journey I believe that being a therapist is an incredibly rewarding experience. Together, we will use therapy as a platform to translate to your life in multiple ways including improving self-awareness / self-esteem, enhancing your relationships, and regaining a sense of control overall.
I believe there is no "one size fits all approach" to therapy and I combine CBT, client-centered, and solution focused techniques which encourage you to be an active participant in your healing journey.
Do you have pain from the past or worries about the future that make it difficult to enjoy the present? Are you experiencing a roadblock from truly living life and obtaining happiness? Do you seek to have fulfilling relationships with others? Having worked with clients in different stages of their healing journey I believe that being a therapist is an incredibly rewarding experience. Together, we will use therapy as a platform to translate to your life in multiple ways including improving self-awareness / self-esteem, enhancing your relationships, and regaining a sense of control overall.
Diane Bers Malkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ardsley, NY 10502
I use a psychodynamic/interpersonal approach as well as aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy to help guide my patients toward a healthier life.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst practicing in Westchester, New York. I have a graduate degree in Social Work from Columbia University, and completed a 4 year post graduate program in Psychoanalysis at the Westchester Center for the Study of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.
I use a psychodynamic/interpersonal approach as well as aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy to help guide my patients toward a healthier life.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst practicing in Westchester, New York. I have a graduate degree in Social Work from Columbia University, and completed a 4 year post graduate program in Psychoanalysis at the Westchester Center for the Study of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pleasantville, NY 10570
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Debra Singer
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583 (Online Only)
In general, I tend to follow that of a person centered approach utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques as well as Exposure and Response Prevention for severe anxiety.
Often times my clients come to me following a difficult transition in their lives where they are feeling extremely sad, alone or anxious. It may be that they have tried to speak to family and loved ones about their feelings but still feel no relief. Many of my clients have difficulty prioritizing their needs and need some help in finding direction and setting up short term goals. They might even feel confused and hopeless and often develop unhealthy sleeping or eating patterns as a result.
In general, I tend to follow that of a person centered approach utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques as well as Exposure and Response Prevention for severe anxiety.
Often times my clients come to me following a difficult transition in their lives where they are feeling extremely sad, alone or anxious. It may be that they have tried to speak to family and loved ones about their feelings but still feel no relief. Many of my clients have difficulty prioritizing their needs and need some help in finding direction and setting up short term goals. They might even feel confused and hopeless and often develop unhealthy sleeping or eating patterns as a result.
Timothy Pellegrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583 (Online Only)
I pull from different treatment modalities guided by your particular needs and goals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Needing some support? Feeling ready for change? We all have aspects of our lives we wish were different. You or a loved one may be experiencing some feelings of inadequacy or isolation. Maybe fear is holding you back, or you wish you could feel a little more at ease in your own skin and a little less anxious. Maybe your deepest struggles currently revolve around the relationships in your life, and sadness is a daily burden. Whatever it is you’d like to face, see change, more skillfully navigate, I’d be honored to partner with you on your path of growth and healing. Your courage will be met with non-judgmental openness and care.
I pull from different treatment modalities guided by your particular needs and goals, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Needing some support? Feeling ready for change? We all have aspects of our lives we wish were different. You or a loved one may be experiencing some feelings of inadequacy or isolation. Maybe fear is holding you back, or you wish you could feel a little more at ease in your own skin and a little less anxious. Maybe your deepest struggles currently revolve around the relationships in your life, and sadness is a daily burden. Whatever it is you’d like to face, see change, more skillfully navigate, I’d be honored to partner with you on your path of growth and healing. Your courage will be met with non-judgmental openness and care.
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Jennifer Wade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eastchester, NY 10709 (Online Only)
My approach includes, but is not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and from a neurologically informed/attachment based focus.
We’ve all felt stuck, trapped, alone at some point in our lives. Whether you’re here because of a loss, change in health, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, or just looking to feel more fulfilled in life, I thank you for taking that first step. It wasn’t easy getting here, but you’re here and you’re ready to make a change. You have inside, the ability to re-build, to move away from the old way of thinking – those old stories – that are not your words, and to create new connections.
My approach includes, but is not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and from a neurologically informed/attachment based focus.
We’ve all felt stuck, trapped, alone at some point in our lives. Whether you’re here because of a loss, change in health, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, or just looking to feel more fulfilled in life, I thank you for taking that first step. It wasn’t easy getting here, but you’re here and you’re ready to make a change. You have inside, the ability to re-build, to move away from the old way of thinking – those old stories – that are not your words, and to create new connections.
Leora Goldenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
White Plains, NY 10605 (Online Only)
I blend several therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, & Brainspotting.
You're tired of overthinking, constantly replaying conversations in your head. You care too much of other's opinion of you, so you start to avoid social situations; thinking that's the safer option but now you're feeling isolated and alone. You may even have trouble sleeping at night. Anxiety has a sneaky way of creeping into all corners of life, undermining your confidence and ability to function. If this resonates with you, then you've come to the right place! Imagine what it would feel like to regain your sense of calm and control. If you're ready to find relief, make changes and live the life you deserve, then reach out today!
I blend several therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, & Brainspotting.
You're tired of overthinking, constantly replaying conversations in your head. You care too much of other's opinion of you, so you start to avoid social situations; thinking that's the safer option but now you're feeling isolated and alone. You may even have trouble sleeping at night. Anxiety has a sneaky way of creeping into all corners of life, undermining your confidence and ability to function. If this resonates with you, then you've come to the right place! Imagine what it would feel like to regain your sense of calm and control. If you're ready to find relief, make changes and live the life you deserve, then reach out today!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Yonkers, NY 10701 (Online Only)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Informed models.
I am a bilingual English/Spanish speaking Clinical Social Worker with experience in various settings. My practice supports adults, children, and families who experience stress and anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I use a trauma-informed perspective to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Informed models.
I am a bilingual English/Spanish speaking Clinical Social Worker with experience in various settings. My practice supports adults, children, and families who experience stress and anxiety, depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I use a trauma-informed perspective to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10804
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Yolanda Jones
MHC-LP, CASAC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Rochelle, NY 10801
I tend to use an eclectic approach to help you to gain insight to your situation to begin the healing process, this includes but not limited to motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, solution focus therapy, mindfulness, Narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy.
Are you feeling like you have no one to talk with to express your feelings? Have life stressors become more and more difficult to cope? Do you feel like you are stuck in the same cycle of emotions? Are struggling to make sense of what is happening to you? Do you wish to improve your quality of life? Are a parent with a child or adolescent that needs a safe place to talk about the pressures of today's society?
I tend to use an eclectic approach to help you to gain insight to your situation to begin the healing process, this includes but not limited to motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior therapy, solution focus therapy, mindfulness, Narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy.
Are you feeling like you have no one to talk with to express your feelings? Have life stressors become more and more difficult to cope? Do you feel like you are stuck in the same cycle of emotions? Are struggling to make sense of what is happening to you? Do you wish to improve your quality of life? Are a parent with a child or adolescent that needs a safe place to talk about the pressures of today's society?
Jill Westerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Somers, NY 10589
I am certified in teletherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), have earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University.
Do you want less stress and anxiety in your life? Wouldn’t you love to have the clarity and enthusiasm to make the changes in your life that you need and deserve? Anxiety-driven stagnation will not change by itself. Improving the lives of adults, families, couples and adolescents who have depression, anxiety, stress and ADD has been my expertise for the last two decades. Through therapy I can help you develop the skills to better control of your life and your happiness. All you need to start on the path to a better life is to call me, and we can begin to work together on finding the better you.
I am certified in teletherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), have earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University.
Do you want less stress and anxiety in your life? Wouldn’t you love to have the clarity and enthusiasm to make the changes in your life that you need and deserve? Anxiety-driven stagnation will not change by itself. Improving the lives of adults, families, couples and adolescents who have depression, anxiety, stress and ADD has been my expertise for the last two decades. Through therapy I can help you develop the skills to better control of your life and your happiness. All you need to start on the path to a better life is to call me, and we can begin to work together on finding the better you.
Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Pleasantville, NY 10570
As a nationally certified school psychologist, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations for learning disorders, ADHD, cognitive ability, and social-emotional functioning, with tailored treatment plans, incorporating personalized education/work strategies and interventions.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
As a nationally certified school psychologist, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations for learning disorders, ADHD, cognitive ability, and social-emotional functioning, with tailored treatment plans, incorporating personalized education/work strategies and interventions.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
J Peter Piepgras
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
I use a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques to open up new ways of thinking about problems, understand emotional life more fully and create practical steps that lead to positive life changes.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving Westchester county with daytime, evening and weekend hours. Clients come to me for help with relationship issues, work problems, emotional difficulties, maladaptive behaviors, addictions, trauma and mental illness. I deliver expert care with a style that is approachable, friendly and collaborative. I work together with my clients to understand what's wrong and how to make things better. For those wanting to talk something over or get an opinion, a consultation of one or a few sessions may be in order. For treatment of significant problems, I am available for on-going psychotherapy.
I use a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques to open up new ways of thinking about problems, understand emotional life more fully and create practical steps that lead to positive life changes.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist serving Westchester county with daytime, evening and weekend hours. Clients come to me for help with relationship issues, work problems, emotional difficulties, maladaptive behaviors, addictions, trauma and mental illness. I deliver expert care with a style that is approachable, friendly and collaborative. I work together with my clients to understand what's wrong and how to make things better. For those wanting to talk something over or get an opinion, a consultation of one or a few sessions may be in order. For treatment of significant problems, I am available for on-going psychotherapy.
Deron Perez
MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
As a dedicated and empathic psychotherapist, I seek to build a robust therapeutic connection with each of my clients. Drawing from both Eastern and Western philosophies, I empower individuals to reconstruct their life narratives by tapping into their inner resilience, even in the face of adversity. My approach is grounded in an integrative framework that blends trauma-informed, strengths-based, narrative, and cognitive-behavioral therapy principles. I am also a certified yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner, weaving elements of these mindful practices into our work together.
As a dedicated and empathic psychotherapist, I seek to build a robust therapeutic connection with each of my clients. Drawing from both Eastern and Western philosophies, I empower individuals to reconstruct their life narratives by tapping into their inner resilience, even in the face of adversity. My approach is grounded in an integrative framework that blends trauma-informed, strengths-based, narrative, and cognitive-behavioral therapy principles. I am also a certified yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner, weaving elements of these mindful practices into our work together.
Joanne Loeb
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706
My approach is eclectic, solution-focused drawing on psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
I have enjoyed working with children and adults for over 20 years in clinical and educational settings, including as a faculty member in pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. My therapy sessions respect the unique experience of each family member and help facilitate insight and provide strategies leading to positive change. I work with children and teens with anxiety, social and academic challenges and difficulties with emotion regulation using talk therapy, play therapy, family therapy, and child-parent psychotherapy. I am also a certified trainer in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
My approach is eclectic, solution-focused drawing on psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
I have enjoyed working with children and adults for over 20 years in clinical and educational settings, including as a faculty member in pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. My therapy sessions respect the unique experience of each family member and help facilitate insight and provide strategies leading to positive change. I work with children and teens with anxiety, social and academic challenges and difficulties with emotion regulation using talk therapy, play therapy, family therapy, and child-parent psychotherapy. I am also a certified trainer in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy.
Anna Allmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rye, NY 10580
Hi! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (PhD) serving NYS, NJ, CT, and FL. I specialize in treating anxiety and OCD; however, I welcome individuals experiencing a wide range of challenges. I believe in building a strong relationship with each client using a non-judgmental, compassionate stance to improve treatment outcomes. Growth and personal exploration are facilitated as you learn skills to cope and thrive through adversity. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, and acceptance and commitment therapy, and I integrate components of other orientations as appropriate for each individual.
Hi! I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (PhD) serving NYS, NJ, CT, and FL. I specialize in treating anxiety and OCD; however, I welcome individuals experiencing a wide range of challenges. I believe in building a strong relationship with each client using a non-judgmental, compassionate stance to improve treatment outcomes. Growth and personal exploration are facilitated as you learn skills to cope and thrive through adversity. I utilize cognitive behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, and acceptance and commitment therapy, and I integrate components of other orientations as appropriate for each individual.
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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.