Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Webberville, MI

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Jennifer Watts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , CMHC
Online Only
Currently Accepting New Telehealth Clients - The first step in healing is a desire to change. I am here to help and guide you along your journey of self discovery. Together we will use the creative process into self awareness; uncovering within yourself your natural ability, your own tools and skills to create a lasting change.
Currently Accepting New Telehealth Clients - The first step in healing is a desire to change. I am here to help and guide you along your journey of self discovery. Together we will use the creative process into self awareness; uncovering within yourself your natural ability, your own tools and skills to create a lasting change.
(615) 270-3600 View (615) 270-3600
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Lexa Dearlove
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a fully licensed therapist, my goal is to come alongside you in your courageous journey to improve your mental and emotional wellbeing. Clients that I work with experience anxiety, depression, have experienced trauma, struggle with transitions in life, want to improve their relationships, increase their self esteem, and face other challenges. These are all things that can be worked through in our treatment together! I am here to meet you where you are at, help you see your strengths, and begin the process of growth.
As a fully licensed therapist, my goal is to come alongside you in your courageous journey to improve your mental and emotional wellbeing. Clients that I work with experience anxiety, depression, have experienced trauma, struggle with transitions in life, want to improve their relationships, increase their self esteem, and face other challenges. These are all things that can be worked through in our treatment together! I am here to meet you where you are at, help you see your strengths, and begin the process of growth.
(517) 684-2889 View (517) 684-2889

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Lauren Rill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MSW
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48824
My approach is a diverse mix of treatment styles including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assess how your thoughts affect your emotions and behaviors, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to learn emotional regulation and tools for stress reduction, and Attachment-Based / Inner-Child Work to uncover how your childhood experiences have shaped your current ideologies, behaviors, and relationships.
I help empower women to break free from what's holding them back so they can rediscover themselves and start enjoying life again. Do you feel disconnected from yourself or your relationships? Does stress & anxiety have you so overwhelmed that your body and mind struggle to rest? I can help you to break the cycle and learn to manage your emotions, build confidence, heal your wounds, and shift your narratives. With unwavering support and commitment to change, you can achieve true healing and self-discovery. My practice holds space for you to reconnect with the most important relationship in your life... the one with yourself.
My approach is a diverse mix of treatment styles including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assess how your thoughts affect your emotions and behaviors, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to learn emotional regulation and tools for stress reduction, and Attachment-Based / Inner-Child Work to uncover how your childhood experiences have shaped your current ideologies, behaviors, and relationships.
I help empower women to break free from what's holding them back so they can rediscover themselves and start enjoying life again. Do you feel disconnected from yourself or your relationships? Does stress & anxiety have you so overwhelmed that your body and mind struggle to rest? I can help you to break the cycle and learn to manage your emotions, build confidence, heal your wounds, and shift your narratives. With unwavering support and commitment to change, you can achieve true healing and self-discovery. My practice holds space for you to reconnect with the most important relationship in your life... the one with yourself.
(517) 225-1989 View (517) 225-1989
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Judith Ramsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
1 Endorsed
Lansing, MI 48911
I often use CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help start sessions.
I’ll help you think critically about the problem(s) you are trying to solve in life. We will work together to make life (more) beautiful once again. I ask you to think about if your problems will result in short-term or long-term therapy and we work together to reach your goals. You are the expert in your life and you have control over your life. I am only here to help you regulate your emotions and guide you toward your solution(s). We have a new group for trauma/ S.A. survivors (18+)! Please feel free to join us by contacting our office!
I often use CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help start sessions.
I’ll help you think critically about the problem(s) you are trying to solve in life. We will work together to make life (more) beautiful once again. I ask you to think about if your problems will result in short-term or long-term therapy and we work together to reach your goals. You are the expert in your life and you have control over your life. I am only here to help you regulate your emotions and guide you toward your solution(s). We have a new group for trauma/ S.A. survivors (18+)! Please feel free to join us by contacting our office!
(517) 878-9935 View (517) 878-9935
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Kendall Bowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Serves Area
I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), crisis interventions, psychodynamic therapy, and motivational interviewing, fostering a strengths-based approach in working with my clients.
Hello, and thank you for being here! Taking the first step towards pursuing therapy can be a daunting and scary task, however, it is also a courageous decision that opens the door to personal growth and self-discovery. As a therapist, I am committed to creating a safe, judgment-free, space where my clients are able to express a true, authentic version of themselves. My approach to therapy involves an eclectic approach, tailoring sessions and interventions to the unique needs of my clients.
I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), crisis interventions, psychodynamic therapy, and motivational interviewing, fostering a strengths-based approach in working with my clients.
Hello, and thank you for being here! Taking the first step towards pursuing therapy can be a daunting and scary task, however, it is also a courageous decision that opens the door to personal growth and self-discovery. As a therapist, I am committed to creating a safe, judgment-free, space where my clients are able to express a true, authentic version of themselves. My approach to therapy involves an eclectic approach, tailoring sessions and interventions to the unique needs of my clients.
(586) 500-6581 View (586) 500-6581
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Marissa Dulcamaro
Master Social Worker, LLMSW
Online Only
Through cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectal behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, and active listening we can work together to uncover and challenge those negative core beliefs and automatic thoughts we may not even realize we’re having.
Immediate openings. Sometimes we get caught up in the messiness of life and forget to enjoy it! I get it, life can be stressful! All of our feelings are normal but sometimes we feel them more intense and they might even make our day to day lives extra challenging (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, motivation, ..sound familiar?) You are deserving of a life that you enjoy living and I am here to help you get back to your best, authentic self.
Through cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT), dialectal behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, and active listening we can work together to uncover and challenge those negative core beliefs and automatic thoughts we may not even realize we’re having.
Immediate openings. Sometimes we get caught up in the messiness of life and forget to enjoy it! I get it, life can be stressful! All of our feelings are normal but sometimes we feel them more intense and they might even make our day to day lives extra challenging (anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, motivation, ..sound familiar?) You are deserving of a life that you enjoy living and I am here to help you get back to your best, authentic self.
(734) 441-9630 View (734) 441-9630
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Johand Rodríguez-Fernández
Psychologist, PsyD
Okemos, MI 48864
An integrative model is used to work with most cases, with a special focus on Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Narrative approaches.
Welcome to my practice! First and foremost, I should tell you that I value, acknowledge, and respect the important step you are taking by looking for a therapist. Every person has a different way to achieve fulfillment, and we all have in common the challenges that life brings us in the road. Understanding that mental health does not necessarily mean the absence of illness, my goal in psychotherapy is to help you understand how to use your own experiences and psychological resources to be a better version of yourself. My practice is focused on the provision of individual therapy in English and Spanish.
An integrative model is used to work with most cases, with a special focus on Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution Focused, and Narrative approaches.
Welcome to my practice! First and foremost, I should tell you that I value, acknowledge, and respect the important step you are taking by looking for a therapist. Every person has a different way to achieve fulfillment, and we all have in common the challenges that life brings us in the road. Understanding that mental health does not necessarily mean the absence of illness, my goal in psychotherapy is to help you understand how to use your own experiences and psychological resources to be a better version of yourself. My practice is focused on the provision of individual therapy in English and Spanish.
(517) 798-8686 View (517) 798-8686
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Kimberly Jermyn Lmsw
Master Social Worker, LMSW-C
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer therapy programs for children and young adults, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, mindfulness, and social skills development.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to address challenges like anxiety, depression, academic stress, social struggles, and family dynamics. In a safe space, we focus on building resilience, developing coping skills, and improving self-esteem. I also collaborate with families to enhance communication, foster positive relationships, and create a nurturing environment. Together, we work on managing emotions, building trust, and achieving goals, empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
I offer therapy programs for children and young adults, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, mindfulness, and social skills development.
I work with children, teens, young adults, and families to address challenges like anxiety, depression, academic stress, social struggles, and family dynamics. In a safe space, we focus on building resilience, developing coping skills, and improving self-esteem. I also collaborate with families to enhance communication, foster positive relationships, and create a nurturing environment. Together, we work on managing emotions, building trust, and achieving goals, empowering individuals and families to reach their full potential.
(269) 241-9310 View (269) 241-9310
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Stacie Dubay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
I typically use cognitive, behavioral, reflective, humanistic and solution focused approaches.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 26 years experience as a therapist and clinical and macro supervisor. I work with adult clients, primarily women, regarding self-esteem, domestic/sexual violence, boundaries, conflict resolution, stress/anxiety, trauma, depression, gender identity, grief/loss, and coping with life changes.
I typically use cognitive, behavioral, reflective, humanistic and solution focused approaches.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 26 years experience as a therapist and clinical and macro supervisor. I work with adult clients, primarily women, regarding self-esteem, domestic/sexual violence, boundaries, conflict resolution, stress/anxiety, trauma, depression, gender identity, grief/loss, and coping with life changes.
(517) 878-9154 View (517) 878-9154
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Lara Zammit - Immediate Openings Emdr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Online Only
I incorporate somatic therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, and attachment and Polyvagal theory into therapy in order to help release trauma from the body.
You’ve been running on empty for a while now. Even when you give it your all, life feels like an uphill battle. You have dreams and ambitions, but every step forward feels overwhelming, like you are stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You’re looking for a way to move forward with more clarity and purpose. I support teens and adults facing ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, with a deep commitment to helping those who identify as LGBTQ+, kink, neurodivergent, or are in non-monogamous relationships, and who may not fit into traditional gender roles.
I incorporate somatic therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, and attachment and Polyvagal theory into therapy in order to help release trauma from the body.
You’ve been running on empty for a while now. Even when you give it your all, life feels like an uphill battle. You have dreams and ambitions, but every step forward feels overwhelming, like you are stuck in a cycle that’s hard to break. You’re looking for a way to move forward with more clarity and purpose. I support teens and adults facing ADHD, anxiety, and trauma, with a deep commitment to helping those who identify as LGBTQ+, kink, neurodivergent, or are in non-monogamous relationships, and who may not fit into traditional gender roles.
(734) 212-1141 View (734) 212-1141
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Erin M Parcell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
3 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
Waitlist for new clients
Cognitive Processing Therapy is a model designed to provide relief of symptoms in an average of 12 sessions through the use of in office and at home work.
Life is full of many challenges and we all need a community of support to navigate it. I want to be part of that community for you. During the course of our strenuous daily lives, it's often difficult to find time to devote to invest in yourself. Worse, when new demands arrive unexpectedly, it can feel like that time is the easiest thing to sacrifice. When we work together, in a safe, open, strength-based environment, that investment will be our only focus, free from competition by any other demand. You will guide your experience from beginning to end.
Cognitive Processing Therapy is a model designed to provide relief of symptoms in an average of 12 sessions through the use of in office and at home work.
Life is full of many challenges and we all need a community of support to navigate it. I want to be part of that community for you. During the course of our strenuous daily lives, it's often difficult to find time to devote to invest in yourself. Worse, when new demands arrive unexpectedly, it can feel like that time is the easiest thing to sacrifice. When we work together, in a safe, open, strength-based environment, that investment will be our only focus, free from competition by any other demand. You will guide your experience from beginning to end.
(517) 343-1796 View (517) 343-1796
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Bradley Will
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
That said, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Recovery.
If you desire a safe place, where you can be truly authentic, met with empathy and compassion, and at times, the healing power of laughter, I would very much like to work with you. My name is Brad, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan for almost 20 years, and am also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I have a passion for helping women and men experience a compassionate, safe place to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, grief and loss, alcohol and substance issues: especially if they are related to traumatic experiences.
That said, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Recovery.
If you desire a safe place, where you can be truly authentic, met with empathy and compassion, and at times, the healing power of laughter, I would very much like to work with you. My name is Brad, and I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan for almost 20 years, and am also a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I have a passion for helping women and men experience a compassionate, safe place to reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, grief and loss, alcohol and substance issues: especially if they are related to traumatic experiences.
(517) 923-3284 View (517) 923-3284
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Monica Cuthbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Okemos, MI 48864
My approach is grounded in CBT to help clients develop effective coping strategies, reframe negative thought patterns, and achieve lasting behavioral change.
With over 11 years of experience in the mental health field, I am a highly skilled and compassionate counselor specializing in the treatment of moderate to severe mental health concerns . I am committed to fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs, ensuring a personalized and effective treatment experience.
My approach is grounded in CBT to help clients develop effective coping strategies, reframe negative thought patterns, and achieve lasting behavioral change.
With over 11 years of experience in the mental health field, I am a highly skilled and compassionate counselor specializing in the treatment of moderate to severe mental health concerns . I am committed to fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities to tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs, ensuring a personalized and effective treatment experience.
(517) 686-6621 View (517) 686-6621
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Melissa Reilley
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I often utilize elements of CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and Solution-Focused modalities to best tailor your treatment to where you are in healing.
If someone were to ask, "Would you want your kids to have the exact same childhood you had?" and your answer is "no", lets work together! Adoptees, trauma, grief, and life transitions are my specialties. I am trained in EMDR and Grief Counseling. Most symptoms addressed in sessions include people-pleasing, emotional regulation, changes in family dynamics, and feelings of belonging.
I often utilize elements of CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and Solution-Focused modalities to best tailor your treatment to where you are in healing.
If someone were to ask, "Would you want your kids to have the exact same childhood you had?" and your answer is "no", lets work together! Adoptees, trauma, grief, and life transitions are my specialties. I am trained in EMDR and Grief Counseling. Most symptoms addressed in sessions include people-pleasing, emotional regulation, changes in family dynamics, and feelings of belonging.
(517) 777-0950 View (517) 777-0950
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Jennifer Kreft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MA
Online Only
I use a combination of humanistic, interpersonal, Mindfulness, and CBT techniques to help clients meet personal goals.
At times life can be overwhelming and it is difficult to know where to turn for help. Circumstances may seem out of control and do not make sense. Seeking support from a compassionate therapist can be useful. As a therapist I take into account the whole person and help you through your concerns. I offer a non-judgmental, supportive environment for you to express your full experience. I want you to feel safe knowing that you are being listened to and valued. Together, we can process, develop coping methods, and grow your inner strength to face what challenges have caused you to feel distress or concern.
I use a combination of humanistic, interpersonal, Mindfulness, and CBT techniques to help clients meet personal goals.
At times life can be overwhelming and it is difficult to know where to turn for help. Circumstances may seem out of control and do not make sense. Seeking support from a compassionate therapist can be useful. As a therapist I take into account the whole person and help you through your concerns. I offer a non-judgmental, supportive environment for you to express your full experience. I want you to feel safe knowing that you are being listened to and valued. Together, we can process, develop coping methods, and grow your inner strength to face what challenges have caused you to feel distress or concern.
(517) 201-1974 View (517) 201-1974
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Maryam Thomas Mindful Health Aac
Counselor, MA LLPC, CLC, CPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Talk therapy, EMDR, DBT, Trauma Inform Therapy and, CBT
Life is not always easy, but if you are willing to invest in yourself, your mental wellbeing, or even spiritual growth, the transformation you’ll see will be well worth the healthier you.
Talk therapy, EMDR, DBT, Trauma Inform Therapy and, CBT
Life is not always easy, but if you are willing to invest in yourself, your mental wellbeing, or even spiritual growth, the transformation you’ll see will be well worth the healthier you.
(616) 577-8754 View (616) 577-8754
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Sara O'Toole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have primarily use CBT, DBT, Attachment Theory, Strength Based Approaches, Family System Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Imagine being full of joy, presence, and gratitude. Life can be overwhelming at times with all of its troubles. It may feel like you're no longer a driver, but a passenger in your own life. You have difficulty seeing beyond the here and now, unable to find solutions, and you can't come back to a sense of self because everything else seems to be keeping you from peace. You're wanting to take control and live a life you've been dreaming of. I work specifically with addiction, boundaries, and attachment styles.
I have primarily use CBT, DBT, Attachment Theory, Strength Based Approaches, Family System Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Imagine being full of joy, presence, and gratitude. Life can be overwhelming at times with all of its troubles. It may feel like you're no longer a driver, but a passenger in your own life. You have difficulty seeing beyond the here and now, unable to find solutions, and you can't come back to a sense of self because everything else seems to be keeping you from peace. You're wanting to take control and live a life you've been dreaming of. I work specifically with addiction, boundaries, and attachment styles.
(423) 600-5605 View (423) 600-5605
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Lillian Ojetta Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Techniques utilized include cognitive-behavioral therapy, meditation, mindfulness, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Techniques, brain science, body awareness exercises, positive psychology, and energy practices, i
Are you ready to break free from what’s weighing you down and step boldly into the life you were meant to live? As a Wholistic Psychotherapist, I don't just focus on the problem, but on YOU as a whole person. Creating healing and wholeness in Mind, Body and Spirit. Together, we’ll use the tools you need to overcome grief, fear, self-doubt and trauma from the past, celebrate your gender identity, create meaningful relationships, and embrace the love and success you deserve.
Techniques utilized include cognitive-behavioral therapy, meditation, mindfulness, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Techniques, brain science, body awareness exercises, positive psychology, and energy practices, i
Are you ready to break free from what’s weighing you down and step boldly into the life you were meant to live? As a Wholistic Psychotherapist, I don't just focus on the problem, but on YOU as a whole person. Creating healing and wholeness in Mind, Body and Spirit. Together, we’ll use the tools you need to overcome grief, fear, self-doubt and trauma from the past, celebrate your gender identity, create meaningful relationships, and embrace the love and success you deserve.
(313) 825-6654 View (313) 825-6654
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Jessica Lynn Stewart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, DP-CCS
1 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
Waitlist for new clients
Although I use an array of therapy models, I'm most comfortable with Cognitive Behavioral Therapies.
I am excited and ready to share my knowledge to help others break through barriers and reach their goals with conventional and non-conventional treatments. The #1 feedback I get from my clients is how comfortable they are with me from our first meeting. In study after study, its not the type of treatment used that predicts positive outcomes its the rapport.
Although I use an array of therapy models, I'm most comfortable with Cognitive Behavioral Therapies.
I am excited and ready to share my knowledge to help others break through barriers and reach their goals with conventional and non-conventional treatments. The #1 feedback I get from my clients is how comfortable they are with me from our first meeting. In study after study, its not the type of treatment used that predicts positive outcomes its the rapport.
(616) 205-9670 View (616) 205-9670
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Rachael Sanowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I take an integrative approach to therapy and use techniques from a variety of counseling theories (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to help clients grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
My name is Rachael Sanowski, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Metro Detroit area, currently working with clients throughout Michigan via telehealth. I have experience working in an urban integrative healthcare setting, walking with clients through times of anxiety, depression, grief, relational conflict and existential crises. I also have experience working with children and adolescents with autism and ADHD diagnoses, supporting their growth in empathy, problem-solving, emotional regulation and socialization.
I take an integrative approach to therapy and use techniques from a variety of counseling theories (such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) to help clients grow mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
My name is Rachael Sanowski, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Metro Detroit area, currently working with clients throughout Michigan via telehealth. I have experience working in an urban integrative healthcare setting, walking with clients through times of anxiety, depression, grief, relational conflict and existential crises. I also have experience working with children and adolescents with autism and ADHD diagnoses, supporting their growth in empathy, problem-solving, emotional regulation and socialization.
(586) 301-7883 View (586) 301-7883

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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.