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Megan Fay Martineau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114
Hi, I am Megan Martineau, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a therapist since 2015. My approach with clients is to start where they are at and utilize clients own strengths to help them accomplish the goals they set for themselves.
Hi, I am Megan Martineau, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a therapist since 2015. My approach with clients is to start where they are at and utilize clients own strengths to help them accomplish the goals they set for themselves.
(619) 848-3910 View (619) 848-3910
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Kathryn Dole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92114
Dr. Kathryn Dole, MA, Psy.D. Accepts insurance and private pay. Specializing in depression, anxiety, weight loss and maintenance, children, adolescents, couples, PTSD, recovery, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, families, families in crisis addiction, and mental health. Hello, I am Dr. Kathryn Dole, I am a Licensed Marriage, Family (and Child) therapist. I am located in the greater Placer and Sacramento area of California and work with a wide variety of clients statewide via telehealth. My 30 years of experience and 28 years of education allow me to specialize in many different areas of mental health.
Dr. Kathryn Dole, MA, Psy.D. Accepts insurance and private pay. Specializing in depression, anxiety, weight loss and maintenance, children, adolescents, couples, PTSD, recovery, trauma, behavioral and emotional issues, families, families in crisis addiction, and mental health. Hello, I am Dr. Kathryn Dole, I am a Licensed Marriage, Family (and Child) therapist. I am located in the greater Placer and Sacramento area of California and work with a wide variety of clients statewide via telehealth. My 30 years of experience and 28 years of education allow me to specialize in many different areas of mental health.
(559) 236-9388 View (559) 236-9388

Online Therapists

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Melissa Illario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Irvine, CA 92606  (Online Only)
Oftentimes we don't understand how our experiences impact our view of the world and we do our best to cope with the tools we've been given. I aim to help my clients learn new coping skills, both individually and in relationships. I assist clients to uncover and work through big and "seemingly" small traumas.
Oftentimes we don't understand how our experiences impact our view of the world and we do our best to cope with the tools we've been given. I aim to help my clients learn new coping skills, both individually and in relationships. I assist clients to uncover and work through big and "seemingly" small traumas.
(949) 881-5169 View (949) 881-5169
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Dana Stewart Shunatona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075  (Online Only)
Hi, I am Dana. I believe in you and your ability to navigate difficult times in your life and to resolve old traumas, hurts and disappointments that cloud the quality of your life. I have a passion to support you in your personal and professional growth. In this present time, one does not need to be mentally ill to seek therapy. Therapy creates a sacred space in our lives to address, deal with, process thoughts and feelings while learning new healthy coping skills. My job is to help you find what works for you and meets your needs. I believe in self-determination. No one knows your life and your relationships better than you.
Hi, I am Dana. I believe in you and your ability to navigate difficult times in your life and to resolve old traumas, hurts and disappointments that cloud the quality of your life. I have a passion to support you in your personal and professional growth. In this present time, one does not need to be mentally ill to seek therapy. Therapy creates a sacred space in our lives to address, deal with, process thoughts and feelings while learning new healthy coping skills. My job is to help you find what works for you and meets your needs. I believe in self-determination. No one knows your life and your relationships better than you.
(214) 225-1956 View (214) 225-1956
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Sterling Funk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
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.
(442) 249-8787 View (442) 249-8787
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.