Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Charlotte, NC
Laura Smith is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist-Associate and Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Associate in the state of North Carolina. She is dedicated to guiding clients in recognizing and utilizing their strengths and positive attributes. Laura strives for all people to realize their worth and value.
Laura Smith is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist-Associate and Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Associate in the state of North Carolina. She is dedicated to guiding clients in recognizing and utilizing their strengths and positive attributes. Laura strives for all people to realize their worth and value.
She utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, person center therapy and solution focused therapy
In her free time, Jasmine enjoys traveling with friends and family, shopping, brunch, girls’ night out, binge watching on the latest shows, and community work with her sorority members.These details will help me understand what our therapeutic journey will look like when developing your treatment plan. My greatest strengths as a provider is my "down to earth
She utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, person center therapy and solution focused therapy
In her free time, Jasmine enjoys traveling with friends and family, shopping, brunch, girls’ night out, binge watching on the latest shows, and community work with her sorority members.These details will help me understand what our therapeutic journey will look like when developing your treatment plan. My greatest strengths as a provider is my "down to earth
Using CBT and IFS, we’ll embark on a transformative journey with personalized counseling sessions.
Dealing with trauma has been an ongoing struggle, with painful memories resurfacing unexpectedly. It’s caused anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. The anxiety keeps you on edge, making it hard to relax or focus, with fear swirling around in your mind. Depression seems to pull you into a deep sadness, draining your energy and casting a shadow over things you once enjoyed. When panic attacks strike, they are overwhelming, as if fear takes over your body and mind, leaving you breathless and shaken. All of these things have made it hard to trust or feel secure. It’s become so overwhelming that you feel like drowning in an ocean.
Using CBT and IFS, we’ll embark on a transformative journey with personalized counseling sessions.
Dealing with trauma has been an ongoing struggle, with painful memories resurfacing unexpectedly. It’s caused anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. The anxiety keeps you on edge, making it hard to relax or focus, with fear swirling around in your mind. Depression seems to pull you into a deep sadness, draining your energy and casting a shadow over things you once enjoyed. When panic attacks strike, they are overwhelming, as if fear takes over your body and mind, leaving you breathless and shaken. All of these things have made it hard to trust or feel secure. It’s become so overwhelming that you feel like drowning in an ocean.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break, or longing for deeper connection in your relationships, therapy can be the first step towards healing. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, and move toward greater clarity. Many of the clients I see are navigating trauma, anxiety, and intimacy concerns. Wherever you find yourself, my approach is nonjudgmental and rooted in the belief that growth is possible. I integrate approaches like IFS and EMDR to help you process and heal from overwhelming experiences.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break, or longing for deeper connection in your relationships, therapy can be the first step towards healing. I work with individuals and couples who are ready to better understand themselves, process difficult experiences, and move toward greater clarity. Many of the clients I see are navigating trauma, anxiety, and intimacy concerns. Wherever you find yourself, my approach is nonjudgmental and rooted in the belief that growth is possible. I integrate approaches like IFS and EMDR to help you process and heal from overwhelming experiences.
I have been trained in many approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, didactic developmental psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing.
Deciding to start counseling is an important step towards living the life you want. I am dedicated to helping people live healthier and happier lives. In sessions I help people make meaning of and transform overwhelming parts of their lives. This includes healing self-destructive behaviors, trauma, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. If we embark on this journey I will assist you in gaining an understanding of how difficult thoughts, feelings, relationships, and behaviors may protect you from things you fear, but hinder your happiness.Through this process you can make connections that foster acceptance, strength, flexibility, and healing.
I have been trained in many approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, didactic developmental psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing.
Deciding to start counseling is an important step towards living the life you want. I am dedicated to helping people live healthier and happier lives. In sessions I help people make meaning of and transform overwhelming parts of their lives. This includes healing self-destructive behaviors, trauma, relationship struggles, and difficult life transitions. If we embark on this journey I will assist you in gaining an understanding of how difficult thoughts, feelings, relationships, and behaviors may protect you from things you fear, but hinder your happiness.Through this process you can make connections that foster acceptance, strength, flexibility, and healing.
This could mean more traditional talk therapy ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic) or involve creating art together, incorporating music, games, and nature itself into our work.
Every person has their own story, but can that story change and evolve from where it first began? Absolutely Collaboratively creating the ending you wish to accomplish is the goal. Providing a safe space for you to explore concerns and recognizing strengths you already possess. Just as no seed instantly becomes a mighty oak, you too need time to sprout and grow. Jared describes himself as narrative and person-centered in his clinical approach but will adapt to meet your needs.
This could mean more traditional talk therapy ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic) or involve creating art together, incorporating music, games, and nature itself into our work.
Every person has their own story, but can that story change and evolve from where it first began? Absolutely Collaboratively creating the ending you wish to accomplish is the goal. Providing a safe space for you to explore concerns and recognizing strengths you already possess. Just as no seed instantly becomes a mighty oak, you too need time to sprout and grow. Jared describes himself as narrative and person-centered in his clinical approach but will adapt to meet your needs.
I work collaboratively with clients to address depression, anxiety, confidence, and self-esteem challenges, using an integrative approach with evidence-based techniques. I view therapy as a partnership, walking alongside clients as they work toward their goals. I use active listening, motivational interviewing, supportive feedback, and thoughtful challenges to promote self-awareness, growth, and resilience. My goal is to meet each client’s unique needs while fostering clarity and meaningful change.
I work collaboratively with clients to address depression, anxiety, confidence, and self-esteem challenges, using an integrative approach with evidence-based techniques. I view therapy as a partnership, walking alongside clients as they work toward their goals. I use active listening, motivational interviewing, supportive feedback, and thoughtful challenges to promote self-awareness, growth, and resilience. My goal is to meet each client’s unique needs while fostering clarity and meaningful change.
Adams Counseling Service, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LCASA
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28211
Ellen Adams is currently accepting new clients. Are you a take charge woman? But lately has it been extremely difficult to push through? Is it now taking everything in you just to roll out of bed to face the overwhelming day? Let's face it, everything to fall on your shoulders. Even when you've tried to get others to help shoulder the load, you end up having to clean up the mess.
Ellen Adams is currently accepting new clients. Are you a take charge woman? But lately has it been extremely difficult to push through? Is it now taking everything in you just to roll out of bed to face the overwhelming day? Let's face it, everything to fall on your shoulders. Even when you've tried to get others to help shoulder the load, you end up having to clean up the mess.
Claudia Mejía
Licensed Clincal Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCASA
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28277
I mainly use a trauma-informed, strengths-based, multicultural approach with CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
It's not easy to acknowledge that something needs to change, much less with the help of someone else. Cultural dynamics, trauma, addiction, life changes, stress, and anxiety can impact our sense of connection to others and ourselves. Perhaps you want to make sense of your story or the events that have happened to you, but you're unsure where to begin. Together we will collaboratively explore patterns, increase emotional identification, and promote healthy relationships. I am licensed in NC and licensed to provide virtual therapy in SC. Bilingual therapist; I work best with clients who are comfortable speaking both languages.
I mainly use a trauma-informed, strengths-based, multicultural approach with CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
It's not easy to acknowledge that something needs to change, much less with the help of someone else. Cultural dynamics, trauma, addiction, life changes, stress, and anxiety can impact our sense of connection to others and ourselves. Perhaps you want to make sense of your story or the events that have happened to you, but you're unsure where to begin. Together we will collaboratively explore patterns, increase emotional identification, and promote healthy relationships. I am licensed in NC and licensed to provide virtual therapy in SC. Bilingual therapist; I work best with clients who are comfortable speaking both languages.
I incorporate Strengths-Based, Solutions-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Techniques in meeting the needs of my patients.
I'm Sherri Murchison-Green and I have extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and providing therapeutic interventions to a diverse population of patients,including adolescents and adults. I provide comprehensive needs assessments and join my patients in creating goal oriented,individualized treatment plans. My patients achieve stability, wellness, and self sufficiency through use of supportive and innovative treatment modalities. I am a strong promoter of family and community integration in meeting the needs of my patients.
I incorporate Strengths-Based, Solutions-Focused and Cognitive Behavioral Techniques in meeting the needs of my patients.
I'm Sherri Murchison-Green and I have extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and providing therapeutic interventions to a diverse population of patients,including adolescents and adults. I provide comprehensive needs assessments and join my patients in creating goal oriented,individualized treatment plans. My patients achieve stability, wellness, and self sufficiency through use of supportive and innovative treatment modalities. I am a strong promoter of family and community integration in meeting the needs of my patients.
I often use Mindfulness- Based Cognitive Therapy in my practice.
You’re feeling tired, anxious, and empty, hoping to find balance in your life. You want to change how you approach your daily stressors, but you don’t know how to even start. Finding your path through difficult challenges feels overwhelming most of the time. Regardless of the reason, you feel disconnected, lonely, and anxious. Are you hoping to find someone who will not only listen to you but also your story?
I often use Mindfulness- Based Cognitive Therapy in my practice.
You’re feeling tired, anxious, and empty, hoping to find balance in your life. You want to change how you approach your daily stressors, but you don’t know how to even start. Finding your path through difficult challenges feels overwhelming most of the time. Regardless of the reason, you feel disconnected, lonely, and anxious. Are you hoping to find someone who will not only listen to you but also your story?
I have seen many clients facing difficult challenges and feelings of hopelessness over the past 30+ years of my career in Mental Health. They've come to me with a need for coping mechanisms, answers, clarity and understanding.
My approach is one of compassion and guidance; offering a safe space to help people work through the complexities of their lives and find new ways to cope. I believe in the healing power of understanding, listening deeply and allowing clients to explore their feelings.
I have seen many clients facing difficult challenges and feelings of hopelessness over the past 30+ years of my career in Mental Health. They've come to me with a need for coping mechanisms, answers, clarity and understanding.
My approach is one of compassion and guidance; offering a safe space to help people work through the complexities of their lives and find new ways to cope. I believe in the healing power of understanding, listening deeply and allowing clients to explore their feelings.
Do you ever feel like you're carrying an invisible weight—constantly overthinking, feeling stuck in past hurt, or simply exhausted from trying to keep it all together? Whether you're navigating high-functioning anxiety, depression, deep grief, or the lingering effects of trauma, you don't have to figure this out alone. You deserve a space where you are truly heard, without judgment, and equipped with real, practical tools to finally feel relief. With a doctorate in mental health counseling and over 15 years of experience, I’m here to help you move toward the life you want.
Do you ever feel like you're carrying an invisible weight—constantly overthinking, feeling stuck in past hurt, or simply exhausted from trying to keep it all together? Whether you're navigating high-functioning anxiety, depression, deep grief, or the lingering effects of trauma, you don't have to figure this out alone. You deserve a space where you are truly heard, without judgment, and equipped with real, practical tools to finally feel relief. With a doctorate in mental health counseling and over 15 years of experience, I’m here to help you move toward the life you want.
Ronelle Hoff
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, M.Ed, LCMHCA, LCASA
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
I use a warm, strengths-based approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma informed modalities such as EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle work, school, family, relationships, and self-care? Life can feel like a nonstop balancing act—work deadlines, family needs, school pressures, relationship ups and downs and somewhere in the middle, there’s you. Maybe your own well-being keeps getting pushed aside, and it’s starting to wear you down. You might be dealing with anxiety, stress, or that heavy feeling of being stuck in the same place. As a former school counselor, teacher, and a mother myself, I understand how heavy life can feel when you’re pouring into everyone else and have nothing left for yourself.
I use a warm, strengths-based approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma informed modalities such as EMDR.
Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle work, school, family, relationships, and self-care? Life can feel like a nonstop balancing act—work deadlines, family needs, school pressures, relationship ups and downs and somewhere in the middle, there’s you. Maybe your own well-being keeps getting pushed aside, and it’s starting to wear you down. You might be dealing with anxiety, stress, or that heavy feeling of being stuck in the same place. As a former school counselor, teacher, and a mother myself, I understand how heavy life can feel when you’re pouring into everyone else and have nothing left for yourself.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to support them through life's challenges with warmth, curiosity, and compassion. I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative, playful when appropriate, and grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and healing. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and supported.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to support them through life's challenges with warmth, curiosity, and compassion. I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative, playful when appropriate, and grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and healing. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and supported.
Are you stuck in the same arguments with your partner, wondering if things can actually change? Are you a successful professional who looks fine on the outside but feels anxious, burned out, or disconnected on the inside? Are you a man who knows something needs to shift but isn't sure therapy is the answer?
I'm Ryan Wishart, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over 15 years of private practice experience in Charlotte, NC. I specialize in three areas: Gottman Method couples therapy, individual therapy for adults, and executive coaching.
Are you stuck in the same arguments with your partner, wondering if things can actually change? Are you a successful professional who looks fine on the outside but feels anxious, burned out, or disconnected on the inside? Are you a man who knows something needs to shift but isn't sure therapy is the answer?
I'm Ryan Wishart, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over 15 years of private practice experience in Charlotte, NC. I specialize in three areas: Gottman Method couples therapy, individual therapy for adults, and executive coaching.
I draw from CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-focused techniques.
Life has a way of bringing us to our knees — and that’s often when the real work begins.
Whether you’re navigating a painful relationship, processing grief or trauma, struggling with anxiety or depression, or simply feeling like you’ve lost the thread of who you are — you don’t have to figure it out alone. My job is to meet you exactly where you are, without judgment, and help you find your way back to yourself. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience.
I draw from CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and trauma-focused techniques.
Life has a way of bringing us to our knees — and that’s often when the real work begins.
Whether you’re navigating a painful relationship, processing grief or trauma, struggling with anxiety or depression, or simply feeling like you’ve lost the thread of who you are — you don’t have to figure it out alone. My job is to meet you exactly where you are, without judgment, and help you find your way back to yourself. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience.
Offering treatment centered around a holistic & integrative approach that draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered care.
Working together towards uncovering practical tools, deeper self-understanding and additional confidence when facing challenges Carly addresses the unique needs of each individual.
Seeking care for herself through therapy after the loss of her mother, Carly experienced first hand the true relief of feeling heard and understood.
Offering treatment centered around a holistic & integrative approach that draws from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered care.
Working together towards uncovering practical tools, deeper self-understanding and additional confidence when facing challenges Carly addresses the unique needs of each individual.
Seeking care for herself through therapy after the loss of her mother, Carly experienced first hand the true relief of feeling heard and understood.
Many of the people I work with have already tried to improve things on their own or through therapy and are frustrated that they still feel stuck. I regularly work with individuals and couples who have been to therapy before but didn't get the results they hoped for, as well as people who are new to the process and aren't quite sure what to expect. My practice often focuses on relationship difficulties, men's issues, addiction and substance use, emotion regulation, communication problems, and helping people navigate complex life transitions.
Many of the people I work with have already tried to improve things on their own or through therapy and are frustrated that they still feel stuck. I regularly work with individuals and couples who have been to therapy before but didn't get the results they hoped for, as well as people who are new to the process and aren't quite sure what to expect. My practice often focuses on relationship difficulties, men's issues, addiction and substance use, emotion regulation, communication problems, and helping people navigate complex life transitions.
If you are a highly motivated adult who seeks depth of understanding, clarity, and meaningful change in your life, we will most likely be a good fit. If you are interested in moving beyond surface level coping strategies and quick fixes to more substantive solutions, again, we will most likely be a good fit! I am particularly interested in working with clients who value consistent sessions with a therapist who is grounded, deeply attuned, engaged, and intentional.
If you are a highly motivated adult who seeks depth of understanding, clarity, and meaningful change in your life, we will most likely be a good fit. If you are interested in moving beyond surface level coping strategies and quick fixes to more substantive solutions, again, we will most likely be a good fit! I am particularly interested in working with clients who value consistent sessions with a therapist who is grounded, deeply attuned, engaged, and intentional.
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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.