Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Sarah Suarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Sarah specializes in
cognitive
behavioral, humanistic, and positive psychology approaches to help clients achieve their goals.
Sarah Suarez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 3 years of clinical experience providing therapeutic counseling services to children, adults, couples, and families seeking help with anxiety/depression, stress, self-esteem, and coping skills. Sarah is a strong ally and sensitive to the needs of other cultures. Sarah completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Florida International University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Counseling at the University of Central Florida.

Hasan Razeq
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Dear Reader, depression, anxiety and trauma are my primary areas of work. I utilize a unique combination of modalities to address the
cognitive
, emotional, spiritual, and physical components of wellness. My work combines
CBT
, EMDR, Polyvagal Therapy with mindfulness and other
cognitive
-based approaches to help my clients move through their traumas and grow into the people they want to be. My clients come to me from all walks of life with a common goal: to reclaim their lives from the wounds of their past and to establish a new relationship with their personal story.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
& Online

Danielle Stier
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a licensed psychologist, I provide treatment to children, adolescents, adults and their families. I specialize in
cognitive
behavioral treatment of anxiety and related disorders (such as social anxiety, specific phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, generalized anxiety disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) in both children and adults. My clinical focus also includes treatment of trichotillomania as well as a variety of childhood and school related difficulties such as selective mutism, test anxiety, and school refusal. I am a member of the American Psychological Association, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and the International OCD Foundation.

Marlana Staats
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I have been trained, certified and experienced in, EMDR,
CBT
, TF-
CBT
, Solution Focus, Strength Based, Motivational Interviewing, etc.
What are you looking to accomplish in therapy? Are you working through a difficult period in your life? Do you feel you have always struggled with life and are ready for change? Are you looking for ways to help you to cope with anxiety and/or depression? It would be a privilege to be a part of your healing journey. It has been my experience that we can all benefit from having an extra person to talk to. I can provide you with an unbiased and judgement free space. I genuinely care about your success. Overcoming personal struggles can be empowering. I look forward to speaking with you and learning how I can best help.

Gennifer Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR),
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Art Therapy.
When life feels overwhelming, our minds can convince us that we are alone in our daily challenges and during our most difficult times. We get used to handling it on our own. I believe there is a better way. Working with a psychotherapist who can deeply connect with where you are on your healing journey can be transformative. Transformation might look like addressing symptoms, resolving a problem, or seeking something more. By guiding you to deeper insights and clearer understandings, together, we are better able to confront the barriers that may be holding you back from the life you want to live.

Sarah Gaumer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My career has been dedicated to helping people who experience distressing thoughts and feelings that interfere with their lives using evidence-based therapies such as
CBT
, ERP, and ACT.
Do you feel hijacked by your mind and emotions? I understand how difficult it is to feel self-assured, carefree, and secure when there are obstacles to your happiness that leave you feeling trapped in a constant state of worry and turmoil. You may feel lost and continue to use the same coping mechanisms you have learned over time. The strategies you use to manage these thoughts and feelings may give relief in the short-term but end up worsening the problems long-term. To be your best self, you must first get unstuck and break the vicious cycle of anxiety, depression, OCD, or other unpleasant emotions.

Michele M Schneider
MSEd
My therapeutic approach is integrative and includes person-centered, solution-focused, and
cognitive
-behavioral therapy.
People find their way to therapy for so many reasons. You or someone you love may need help navigating a particular challenge or difficult phase of life. You may be in a crisis or wanting to work on long-standing patterns that aren't working for you. I enjoy helping young people manage emotional stress, anxiety, depression, struggles with relationships and life changes. I've worked with youth in schools and have a great deal of experience helping and advising parents too. Personally, I have 4 children of my own and deeply understand the struggles of parenting.

Transformative Healthcare Solutions
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
• Anger Management Therapy • ATP Evaluation (ability to parent) • ATP w/Observation Evaluation • Attachment Evaluation • Bio-Psychosocial Evaluation •
Cognitive
Rehabilitation Therapy • Co-Parenting Therapy • Couples Therapy • Domestic Violence Therapy • Family Therapy • Individual Therapy • IQ Testing • Neuropsychological Eva.
Issues: Clients may present with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship problems, and more. These issues may be impacting their daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Needs: Clients may have a need for a safe and confidential space to discuss their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. They may also need support and guidance in developing coping skills, addressing maladaptive behaviors, and learning how to manage their symptoms. Goals: Clients may have short and long-term goals related to their mental health.

Leanette Perera
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Leanette's counseling approach includes
cognitive
behavioral therapy, solution focused, mindfulness therapy, motivational interviewing or a combination of modalities.
Leanette Perera, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who started practicing in 2019. She holds a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. Leanette accepts others for who they are and meet clients where they are in their healing journey.

Andrea Woodburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT 200
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My style is solution focused with a strong emphasis on the
cognitive
behavioral therapeutic framework.
It takes courage to create change. An ideal client is open to all the possibilities of growth, someone willing to step out of their unhealthy or unhelpful patterns. Connecting with a licensed therapist can be the first step towards growth. My 25+ years of clinical experience has given me the privilege and honor to address individual, relationship and family issues from A-Z. The need to get unstuck along with the desire to create and maintain change are often what bring people into my office.

Higher Ground Teen Counseling and Coaching
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use EMDR,
CBT
, Motivational Interviewing, Person Centered Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and TFCBT.
I tend to be a no "BS" type of therapist. It is my hope, that you will get the most out of therapy. Learning, healing and growing doesn't need to be tough. We can be creative about strategies that will help you to become the person you want to be! I will meet you where you are at and work with you to create a work- life balance. When you work with me, you will be emotionally supported, able to create hope, heal and thrive.
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Serenity Space Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MCAP, CHT
Verified
Verified
In addition to utilizing
cognitive
therapy approaches, I employ experiential, emotional, inner-child work, hypnotherapy, and somatic techniques to help you heal from your trauma.
Hi, my name is Alexandra Vaganova; I specialize in helping anxious over-achieving people-pleasers create peaceful and fulfilling lives. From the outside, you look like you’ve got it all together...but it feels like a different story on the inside. You may be fed up with constant worries and feeling on edge. You might not even remember a time things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to feel calm. Most of all, you're ready to rediscover your true confident self. Let's throw political correctness out, and get down to business, cut through the BS, and help you solve your problems

Imani Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified
Verified
Do you feel like you are being held back because of a depressed mood, anxious feelings, or past trauma? Are you uncomfortable trusting others? Imagine having meaningful relationships, feeling confident, and having control over your life. I enjoy helping my clients solve their problems. I am certified in Trauma Focussed
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy which is typically used with persons with a trauma history, PTSD, or depression. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy which has great efficacy with personality disorders. Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/Tapping) are also used for anxiety, phobias, addiction, and trauma.

Roberta Alves
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I created a 3 part system that is brief and solution-focused based on
Cognitive
behavioral therapy.
You're tired of feeling anxious. Having an off switch for those annoying thoughts you ruminate on would be great. You worry about the future and how it could go wrong. Many of your negative thoughts start with "what if..." questions. Laying in bed at night, you can catch yourself down a rabbit hole overwhelmed by too much. Picture instead how amazing it would be to stop feeling out of control. Imagine having peace of mind and being able to fully relax. Envision yourself capable of focusing and truly being present. Letting go of the past and moving forward. You deserve to achieve the meaningful goals you set in your life.

Dr. Katrina Verdon
Psychologist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am well versed in
cognitive
behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and psychological evaluations including IQ testing.
It can be hard and scary to ask for help! Change and growth are difficult. It can seem impossible at times! My goal is to help regain hope, improve mental health, and gain new skills to give clients the ability to live the life they want to live. I truly believe that no one is worthless and everyone has the potential to improve their lives. Sometimes it takes a good support system and little help!

Nicole Ceusters
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
My therapeutic approach combines
cognitive
-behavioral and person centered therapies, but find I am eclectic, pulling from a variety of techniques based on the needs of my Clients.
I am a mental health therapist licensed in Florida with over 10 years of experience working in social services, either in vocational rehab, case management or mental health therapy. I have worked with a variety of Clients reporting different concerns such as depression, anxiety, mood instability, parenting difficulties, but specializing in ADHD, autism and trauma. I hold a Masters in Counseling with Applied Behavior Analysis, as well as a Master's certificate in Play Therapy. I am currently working on a PhD in Developmental Psychology.

Eva S. Reichel
Pre-Licensed Professional, RCSWI, LMSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Eva is trained in
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy (
CBT
), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) for chronic pain, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Eva is passionate about serving college-aged young adults, adults, and birthing parents who are impacted by anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, OCD, emotion dysregulation, depression, chronic pain, trauma or difficult life transitions (i.e., transition to college/work, immigration/acculturation, and the journey from pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and all stages of parenthood). Eva is a bilingual therapist and offers services in both English & Spanish.

Fort Lauderdale Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I will invest in you personally, and we will explore the negative behavioral and
cognitive
patterns that give rise to problems in your life & develop lasting strategies for overcoming your specific issues.
With over 20 yrs of clinical training & experience from the United States and Europe, I provide a well-informed approach to life's challenges. I have been trained in Systemic Therapy & am here to work w/you to help you understand & work towards remedying problems w/a newfound confidence. Whether you're dealing w/depression, anger-management, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship problems, low sex-drive, etc... It is important to know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. Together, we will work to leave behind the struggles of today & equip you w/the tools to move onward to a future of success & happiness.

Katherine Moncrief
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RCMHI, MS
Verified
Verified
As your therapist, we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties and gain insight into how we may be able to build more meaningful connections with our friends, family, and colleagues. I am an interactive,
cognitive
-behavioral psychotherapist with an underlying psychodynamic perspective. It is a broad approach that allows me to utilize what is most helpful to you. My approach provides support, practical feedback, skills building, and mindfulness development to help you effectively address the challenges you are facing.

MorMindful Therapy & Psychiatry
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Welcome to MorMindful Therapy & Psychiatry! We are a mindfulness based practice that provides affordable therapy and psychiatry on a
cognitive
behavioral platform that is accessible and hands on. If you are taking the first step to improving your mental health, looking for help for a loved one or considering switching providers, you will quickly find that MorMindul is a unique family-run mental health practice that offers therapeutic interventions delivered with respect, compassion and real clinical expertise in a judgement free zone. To find out more about our staff clinicians please visit www.MorMindful.com.
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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.