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Walter Vyhmeister
Counselor, MDiv, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
I use a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Rational-Emotive, Play Therapy and Client-Centered approaches to treatment.
Serving as a minister and earning a PhD in Counseling Psychology equipped me to care for people in crises. Working with vulnerable children and their families or caregivers, also proved to be a valuable foundation for clinical care. In a medical academic setting, training residents in the use of spirituality and psychology as they cared for their patients, deepened my own understanding of just how complex clinical issues can become. This also increased my understanding of the level of stress healthcare providers and victims themselves experience during illness.
I use a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Rational-Emotive, Play Therapy and Client-Centered approaches to treatment.
Serving as a minister and earning a PhD in Counseling Psychology equipped me to care for people in crises. Working with vulnerable children and their families or caregivers, also proved to be a valuable foundation for clinical care. In a medical academic setting, training residents in the use of spirituality and psychology as they cared for their patients, deepened my own understanding of just how complex clinical issues can become. This also increased my understanding of the level of stress healthcare providers and victims themselves experience during illness.
(360) 227-5430 View (360) 227-5430
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Katie King
Counselor, MEd, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
I like to utilize an individualized eclectic approach, combining various modalities/techniques such as Narrative Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and some humor, to encourage my clients to better understand themselves, their motivations, and their relationships with others.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate at Anacortes Psych & Wellness and a Licensed School Counselor with 8 years of experience in behavioral skills programs in comprehensive high schools. I'm truly passionate about working with and supporting teens (13+) and adults as they clarify goals and discover unique pathways to helping them find their authentic selves. My clinical expertise includes anxiety, depression, self-esteem, school-related issues, the LGBTQIA+ community, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, and interpersonal relationships.
I like to utilize an individualized eclectic approach, combining various modalities/techniques such as Narrative Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and some humor, to encourage my clients to better understand themselves, their motivations, and their relationships with others.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate at Anacortes Psych & Wellness and a Licensed School Counselor with 8 years of experience in behavioral skills programs in comprehensive high schools. I'm truly passionate about working with and supporting teens (13+) and adults as they clarify goals and discover unique pathways to helping them find their authentic selves. My clinical expertise includes anxiety, depression, self-esteem, school-related issues, the LGBTQIA+ community, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, and interpersonal relationships.
(360) 516-2666 View (360) 516-2666
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Denise Miller
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
Waitlist for new clients
I take a holistic approach to counseling, with an emphasis on mind, body and spirit in relationship to self and others. I specialize in trauma informed practices utilizing modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy.I am a Children's Mental Health Therapist and a Minority Mental Health Therapist with experience working with Native American, Hispanic and African American and LGBTQ populations.
I take a holistic approach to counseling, with an emphasis on mind, body and spirit in relationship to self and others. I specialize in trauma informed practices utilizing modalities such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and family systems therapy.I am a Children's Mental Health Therapist and a Minority Mental Health Therapist with experience working with Native American, Hispanic and African American and LGBTQ populations.
(360) 233-8085 View (360) 233-8085
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Elizabeth Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness in my approach.
I became a therapist because I saw the importance of sharing our stories without fear of judgment. It’s because of this understanding that I strive to create a space for you to feel safe to be your true self no matter where you are in your mental health journey. When working together, we will focus on your individual needs and goals–these could include anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, or trauma just to name a few. Overall, my goal is to provide support in whatever area you're seeking therapy for.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness in my approach.
I became a therapist because I saw the importance of sharing our stories without fear of judgment. It’s because of this understanding that I strive to create a space for you to feel safe to be your true self no matter where you are in your mental health journey. When working together, we will focus on your individual needs and goals–these could include anxiety, depression, life transitions, family conflict, or trauma just to name a few. Overall, my goal is to provide support in whatever area you're seeking therapy for.
(360) 502-7312 View (360) 502-7312
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Abcde L. K. Matias
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques to find which one best suits your thinking and lifestyle - CBT, T-CBT, DBT, Gottman, and a Person-centered approach.
Hi all, I'm accepting new clients as of March 1st, 2024. I believe everyone has a voice that matters, and I want to hear your story. Therapy can be challenging and enjoyable however the process unfolds, I will be there for the journey. I’m here to help guide you on what you think is important and provide useful tools along the way. Specializing in adolescents, adult counseling, and couples counseling through telehealth, other counseling specializations are available as well. Also, I'm currently facilitating an ongoing open Women's Support Group via telehealth.
Each person is unique, so I use a variety of techniques to find which one best suits your thinking and lifestyle - CBT, T-CBT, DBT, Gottman, and a Person-centered approach.
Hi all, I'm accepting new clients as of March 1st, 2024. I believe everyone has a voice that matters, and I want to hear your story. Therapy can be challenging and enjoyable however the process unfolds, I will be there for the journey. I’m here to help guide you on what you think is important and provide useful tools along the way. Specializing in adolescents, adult counseling, and couples counseling through telehealth, other counseling specializations are available as well. Also, I'm currently facilitating an ongoing open Women's Support Group via telehealth.
(360) 504-4825 View (360) 504-4825
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Lea Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
Hello, I am an individual, couple and family therapist who helps clients learn to be with themselves and to be with others in a healthy and authentic way. I have interests in working with clients around family life transitions, anxiety and depression, and grief and loss. I work from a strength-based, humanistic, and family systems approach in that I view concerns through an individual lens but also through a much broader relational, social, cultural, spiritual, environmental context.
Hello, I am an individual, couple and family therapist who helps clients learn to be with themselves and to be with others in a healthy and authentic way. I have interests in working with clients around family life transitions, anxiety and depression, and grief and loss. I work from a strength-based, humanistic, and family systems approach in that I view concerns through an individual lens but also through a much broader relational, social, cultural, spiritual, environmental context.
(360) 564-5507 View (360) 564-5507
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Amy Begnal
Mental Health Counselor, EdS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
Choosing to explore therapy can elicit a number of emotional responses. For some, this is an important step in recognizing an issue and deciding to move toward resolve. Others may experience a lack of clarity in regards to what exactly needs to change and uncertainty about entering therapy. No matter where you are in your healing, I offer a safe and personal therapeutic process to fit your specific needs. My goal is to work toward your desired outcome by offering a collaborative and supportive exploration of your concerns while utilizing an integrative style of therapeutic modalities that are all firmly established through research.
Choosing to explore therapy can elicit a number of emotional responses. For some, this is an important step in recognizing an issue and deciding to move toward resolve. Others may experience a lack of clarity in regards to what exactly needs to change and uncertainty about entering therapy. No matter where you are in your healing, I offer a safe and personal therapeutic process to fit your specific needs. My goal is to work toward your desired outcome by offering a collaborative and supportive exploration of your concerns while utilizing an integrative style of therapeutic modalities that are all firmly established through research.
(360) 472-4490 x505 View (360) 472-4490 x505
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Deb Culver
Counselor, LMHC, CGT, ADHDCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
Are you struggling with life? Have you been trying to figure things out on your own but feel like you are not making progress? Do you wish you had more effective tools to help you navigate your problems? Do you want to become your best self? Sometimes we need someone to come alongside of us and help. I am passionate about working with clients to help them gain new perspectives, insights, and skills in an honest, supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental way. Coming to counseling will be the beginning of a new you! As a Christian therapist, I also offer counseling from a Biblical perspective to help clients on their journey.
Are you struggling with life? Have you been trying to figure things out on your own but feel like you are not making progress? Do you wish you had more effective tools to help you navigate your problems? Do you want to become your best self? Sometimes we need someone to come alongside of us and help. I am passionate about working with clients to help them gain new perspectives, insights, and skills in an honest, supportive, collaborative, and non-judgmental way. Coming to counseling will be the beginning of a new you! As a Christian therapist, I also offer counseling from a Biblical perspective to help clients on their journey.
(360) 299-7994 View (360) 299-7994
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Jonathan Vander Schuur
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
I love serving my community in Anacortes and surrounding areas. I have a wide range of expertise. I offer counseling for individuals, couples and minors. I work with all ages, especially children and teens, and take state insurances. I have significant experience working with couples, especially in domestic violence situations and in family reunification. I am also a Guardian Ad Litem for Island county.
I love serving my community in Anacortes and surrounding areas. I have a wide range of expertise. I offer counseling for individuals, couples and minors. I work with all ages, especially children and teens, and take state insurances. I have significant experience working with couples, especially in domestic violence situations and in family reunification. I am also a Guardian Ad Litem for Island county.
(833) 232-4735 View (833) 232-4735
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Heather Hamilton
Counselor, PhD, LPC, DCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
Opening 1 additional Day of appointments - 9 openings available beginning in October. With grace, and humor, we'll work with you to address challenges impacting your health, happiness, and relationships with others. It's our philosophy that whatever affects our emotional health (isolation, depression, anxiety, trauma) will affect our physical well-being (appetite, sleep, weight gain). Not too many people enjoy change and these past few years have been nothing but a roller coaster! I'd enjoy the opportunity to talk with you and understand how you're doing. How have you been affected by changes? Is BreakThrough! right for you?
Opening 1 additional Day of appointments - 9 openings available beginning in October. With grace, and humor, we'll work with you to address challenges impacting your health, happiness, and relationships with others. It's our philosophy that whatever affects our emotional health (isolation, depression, anxiety, trauma) will affect our physical well-being (appetite, sleep, weight gain). Not too many people enjoy change and these past few years have been nothing but a roller coaster! I'd enjoy the opportunity to talk with you and understand how you're doing. How have you been affected by changes? Is BreakThrough! right for you?
(360) 746-2024 View (360) 746-2024
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Elizabeth Holland
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
Dr. Holland specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 4-24). Evaluations are tailored for your child and focus on both areas of strengths and difficulties. Currently, scheduling evaluations in the Seattle/Bellevue area in Fall 2024. Please go to my website for more information (fees, types of services offered, background, prospective client form): www.fidalgopsychology.com
Dr. Holland specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 4-24). Evaluations are tailored for your child and focus on both areas of strengths and difficulties. Currently, scheduling evaluations in the Seattle/Bellevue area in Fall 2024. Please go to my website for more information (fees, types of services offered, background, prospective client form): www.fidalgopsychology.com
(425) 529-5153 View (425) 529-5153
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CradleStone, LLC
Counselor, MS, MAC, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
Are you alone and feeling no support? Is your teenager struggling to be part of your family? Whether your teen is acting out through high-risk behaviors or isolating through technology, your family is probably feeling the strain. When you aren't sure how to help your teen or what they truly need, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. I'm here to support you, your teen, and your family so you can move through your challenges together. Individuals seeking help with depressive or anxious feelings can find solutions through me as well.
Are you alone and feeling no support? Is your teenager struggling to be part of your family? Whether your teen is acting out through high-risk behaviors or isolating through technology, your family is probably feeling the strain. When you aren't sure how to help your teen or what they truly need, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. I'm here to support you, your teen, and your family so you can move through your challenges together. Individuals seeking help with depressive or anxious feelings can find solutions through me as well.
(360) 614-2842 View (360) 614-2842
Photo of Todd Webb, Counselor in Anacortes, WA
Todd Webb
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
During my career, I've worked with many diverse individuals, couples, and families to find healing and restoration from a variety of complicated and often very messy problems. I offer a unique measure of acceptance, support, and assistance for my clients. Besides my experience and training, I've personally struggled with difficult life issues myself. I know healing is possible and I am committed to helping you find it. If you choose to work with me, together we'll discover the root causes of your predicament and strive toward making changes that will ultimately lead to greater happiness and satisfaction.
During my career, I've worked with many diverse individuals, couples, and families to find healing and restoration from a variety of complicated and often very messy problems. I offer a unique measure of acceptance, support, and assistance for my clients. Besides my experience and training, I've personally struggled with difficult life issues myself. I know healing is possible and I am committed to helping you find it. If you choose to work with me, together we'll discover the root causes of your predicament and strive toward making changes that will ultimately lead to greater happiness and satisfaction.
(360) 301-7976 View (360) 301-7976
Photo of Megan Haase, Counselor in Anacortes, WA
Megan Haase
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Hey there! I’m Megan- a couples therapist dedicated to helping you build a relationship you love coming home to. If you're feeling stuck, I have good news. Love is a skill that can be developed and I've got the tools and the expertise to guide you toward the relationship you've always dreamed of. If you fight about the same things over and over, feel lonely and disconnected, or have become more like roommates than lovers, I can help. I'll teach you how to improve your communication, navigate your differences, and deepen your connection.
Hey there! I’m Megan- a couples therapist dedicated to helping you build a relationship you love coming home to. If you're feeling stuck, I have good news. Love is a skill that can be developed and I've got the tools and the expertise to guide you toward the relationship you've always dreamed of. If you fight about the same things over and over, feel lonely and disconnected, or have become more like roommates than lovers, I can help. I'll teach you how to improve your communication, navigate your differences, and deepen your connection.
(760) 350-3476 View (760) 350-3476
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John Rickenbacher
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, CTP
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
You deserve to have peace, confidence, and a sense of clarity. Through art, various body skills, EMDR, and Neurofeedback I can help you in ways that standard talk therapy is unable. Your desires, your needs, and your goals are all within reach. Reaching out for help is what you can do now and I invite you to contact me by phone, text , or email. I'll get right back to you. This initial consultation is free.
You deserve to have peace, confidence, and a sense of clarity. Through art, various body skills, EMDR, and Neurofeedback I can help you in ways that standard talk therapy is unable. Your desires, your needs, and your goals are all within reach. Reaching out for help is what you can do now and I invite you to contact me by phone, text , or email. I'll get right back to you. This initial consultation is free.
(360) 334-3410 View (360) 334-3410
Photo of Miriam S. Drake, Counselor in Anacortes, WA
Miriam S. Drake
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Imagine living free of worries, stress, anxieties, and unwanted repeating life patterns, . I specialize in the successful treatment of stress, worry, anxiety, fear, phobia, and PTSD. My ideal clients are achieving women, who are motivated, intuitive and intelligent, ready to evolve beyond the mental and emotional blocks that keep them in lower frequencies of struggling. I treat the whole human system including the spirit, energy, intuition, emotion, body and subconscious mind. With my help, my clients dissolve the blocks in their subconscious so they can end those problems and those limiting reactions and falsehoods for good.
Imagine living free of worries, stress, anxieties, and unwanted repeating life patterns, . I specialize in the successful treatment of stress, worry, anxiety, fear, phobia, and PTSD. My ideal clients are achieving women, who are motivated, intuitive and intelligent, ready to evolve beyond the mental and emotional blocks that keep them in lower frequencies of struggling. I treat the whole human system including the spirit, energy, intuition, emotion, body and subconscious mind. With my help, my clients dissolve the blocks in their subconscious so they can end those problems and those limiting reactions and falsehoods for good.
(928) 218-5359 View (928) 218-5359
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Barbara N Gaffney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My training includes Psychodynamic, Solution Focused, Cognitive, Community/Trauma Resiliency and Clinical Supervision.
Life can be challenging. Whether it's loss, change, death of a loved one or uncertainty of life's direction, we all hit roadblocks and obstacles. During those times it's important to be heard. I am here to listen and to inspire hope. I believe in my clients' abilities to change. I nurture their inner strength until they can believe in themselves. Change is powerful. It can be transformational, scary and exciting. When I worked in Palliative Care with patients who were at the end stage of their lives, I was witness to the power of being present. In the quiet presence of acceptance, a deep healing can occur. PLEASE EMAIL FOR CONSULT
My training includes Psychodynamic, Solution Focused, Cognitive, Community/Trauma Resiliency and Clinical Supervision.
Life can be challenging. Whether it's loss, change, death of a loved one or uncertainty of life's direction, we all hit roadblocks and obstacles. During those times it's important to be heard. I am here to listen and to inspire hope. I believe in my clients' abilities to change. I nurture their inner strength until they can believe in themselves. Change is powerful. It can be transformational, scary and exciting. When I worked in Palliative Care with patients who were at the end stage of their lives, I was witness to the power of being present. In the quiet presence of acceptance, a deep healing can occur. PLEASE EMAIL FOR CONSULT
(855) 611-2665 View (855) 611-2665
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Mary Susan Schwartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My practice is grounded in evidence-based theory, I use an integrative approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Dialectical Behavior Theory, Gottman Method for Couples, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Perhaps you're hoping to improve your mood, increase your self-compassion, or enhance your romantic relationship. Maybe you're seeking a non-judgmental and supportive relationship with your therapist, within which you can learn strategies you can use right away. If so, I look forward to hearing from you!
My practice is grounded in evidence-based theory, I use an integrative approach, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Dialectical Behavior Theory, Gottman Method for Couples, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Perhaps you're hoping to improve your mood, increase your self-compassion, or enhance your romantic relationship. Maybe you're seeking a non-judgmental and supportive relationship with your therapist, within which you can learn strategies you can use right away. If so, I look forward to hearing from you!
(206) 455-8671 View (206) 455-8671
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Melissa Street
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anacortes, WA 98221
Not accepting new clients
Depending on the needs of my client will depend on the approach I use, whether its CBT, talk, using art or games, mindfulness (meditations, music, yoga), and providing a safe environment for them to be comfortable.
Hello there! I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults transitioning into adulthood and families since March of 2019, and I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as parenting. Being a nerd at heart, I enjoy connecting with clients over video games and movies with therapeutic approach to help meet their goals in a way that impacts them through their interests.
Depending on the needs of my client will depend on the approach I use, whether its CBT, talk, using art or games, mindfulness (meditations, music, yoga), and providing a safe environment for them to be comfortable.
Hello there! I have been working with children, adolescents, young adults transitioning into adulthood and families since March of 2019, and I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, as well as parenting. Being a nerd at heart, I enjoy connecting with clients over video games and movies with therapeutic approach to help meet their goals in a way that impacts them through their interests.
(360) 776-7504 View (360) 776-7504
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Thom Thornsberry Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Anacortes, WA 98221
Not accepting new clients
We are truly living in troubled times, globally and personally. Many of us find ourselves fluctuating between feelings of anxiety and/or depression. At 67 years old, I’ve spent nearly half my life – 35 years – as a Marriage and Family Therapist/Psychotherapist. Adding Hypnotherapy to my practice has been a game changer, and that, along with friends, colleagues, and many clients, I’ve learned ways of managing my thinking and thereby managing my emotions. This is what I do in my private practice and I can help you to do the same.
We are truly living in troubled times, globally and personally. Many of us find ourselves fluctuating between feelings of anxiety and/or depression. At 67 years old, I’ve spent nearly half my life – 35 years – as a Marriage and Family Therapist/Psychotherapist. Adding Hypnotherapy to my practice has been a game changer, and that, along with friends, colleagues, and many clients, I’ve learned ways of managing my thinking and thereby managing my emotions. This is what I do in my private practice and I can help you to do the same.
(206) 207-3006 View (206) 207-3006
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.