Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Omaha, NE

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Jessica Burger
Counselor, PMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68130  (Online Only)
Working with individuals and couples, I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I'm Jessica and I work with women that may be struggling with anxiety and depression. Life provides plenty of obstacles, and having a warm and inviting space can make all the difference. In therapy every feeling is welcome and deserves a moment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic sounding board for you to build insight and explore personal development. Through building our relationship and implementing evidence based practices, we will work together curating your best lifestyle, creating awareness, and fostering resilience.
Working with individuals and couples, I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy with a humanistic approach.
Hello, I'm Jessica and I work with women that may be struggling with anxiety and depression. Life provides plenty of obstacles, and having a warm and inviting space can make all the difference. In therapy every feeling is welcome and deserves a moment. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and empathetic sounding board for you to build insight and explore personal development. Through building our relationship and implementing evidence based practices, we will work together curating your best lifestyle, creating awareness, and fostering resilience.
(402) 698-4353 View (402) 698-4353
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Maria Elena Correa
Counselor, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68105
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as my bilingual capabilities (English and Spanish) when I see my client.
I am a bilingual psychotherapist ( English and Spanish). I specialize in relationships, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I can help you in improving to have better relationships with your significant other, your family, your friends, or even business partners and coworkers. I can help you get your mood up and I can help you beat unhappiness. I have worked with more than 400 families with children with ADHD and ODD, this is one of my expertise areas.
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, as well as my bilingual capabilities (English and Spanish) when I see my client.
I am a bilingual psychotherapist ( English and Spanish). I specialize in relationships, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I can help you in improving to have better relationships with your significant other, your family, your friends, or even business partners and coworkers. I can help you get your mood up and I can help you beat unhappiness. I have worked with more than 400 families with children with ADHD and ODD, this is one of my expertise areas.
(402) 281-9485 View (402) 281-9485
Misty Warren
Counselor, MS, NCC, LIMHP, TLMHC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68135
"Life’s difficulties can be overwhelming and at times feel unmanageable. Utilizing aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques, I can assist you in learning skills to manage life’s stressors and decrease that overwhelming feeling. Together, we can navigate through the therapeutic process and find what is comfortable for you. I assist individuals to address things such as relationships, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and behaviors. I provide therapy for ages five and up for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer teen, adult male and female groups.
"Life’s difficulties can be overwhelming and at times feel unmanageable. Utilizing aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques, I can assist you in learning skills to manage life’s stressors and decrease that overwhelming feeling. Together, we can navigate through the therapeutic process and find what is comfortable for you. I assist individuals to address things such as relationships, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and behaviors. I provide therapy for ages five and up for individuals, couples, families and groups. We also offer teen, adult male and female groups.
(531) 233-1169 View (531) 233-1169
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Sarah Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
I am formally trained in EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and consider myself a specialist in treating trauma-related disorders.
Well, hey there! I love working with motivated clients who have a sense of humor, and who are willing to take action steps towards their goals. I love being able to tailor to client's individual needs, whether it's processing and understanding family of origin issues, problem-solving through daily stressors, or providing space to process trauma. My clients want to understand how to improve their relationships, build healthier beliefs that suit them, and see the therapeutic relationship as a tool in and of itself.
I am formally trained in EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and consider myself a specialist in treating trauma-related disorders.
Well, hey there! I love working with motivated clients who have a sense of humor, and who are willing to take action steps towards their goals. I love being able to tailor to client's individual needs, whether it's processing and understanding family of origin issues, problem-solving through daily stressors, or providing space to process trauma. My clients want to understand how to improve their relationships, build healthier beliefs that suit them, and see the therapeutic relationship as a tool in and of itself.
(402) 608-2023 View (402) 608-2023
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Melissa Ellison
Counselor, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68130
I am trained in evidence-based interventions, such as Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Is your preschooler running your household? Has your teenager been pushing you to the edge? There are many different theories on how to manage unwanted behaviors in children, and help your struggling teen. Some of these theories can leave parents with more questions than answers. You might ask yourself, "Does my child need more attention, or am I giving too much? Are my expectations of my teenager too high, or too low? If I ask for help, does that make me a good parent, or an incompetent one?" I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, and I can help you find answers.
I am trained in evidence-based interventions, such as Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Is your preschooler running your household? Has your teenager been pushing you to the edge? There are many different theories on how to manage unwanted behaviors in children, and help your struggling teen. Some of these theories can leave parents with more questions than answers. You might ask yourself, "Does my child need more attention, or am I giving too much? Are my expectations of my teenager too high, or too low? If I ask for help, does that make me a good parent, or an incompetent one?" I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families, and I can help you find answers.
(531) 233-1075 View (531) 233-1075
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Sydney Barrett
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
I work from a skills based perspective using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt and Existential Therapy.
I believe in supporting my clients through all of life’s real and perceived challenges. Everyone needs someone to talk to- someone to help process through emotions, thoughts, experiences and events. A life worth living looks different from one person to the next and I enjoy helping people navigate this discovery. I help clients look at where they are, where they truly desire to be, and help search their soul to determine what they are willing to do to achieve their life worth living.
I work from a skills based perspective using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt and Existential Therapy.
I believe in supporting my clients through all of life’s real and perceived challenges. Everyone needs someone to talk to- someone to help process through emotions, thoughts, experiences and events. A life worth living looks different from one person to the next and I enjoy helping people navigate this discovery. I help clients look at where they are, where they truly desire to be, and help search their soul to determine what they are willing to do to achieve their life worth living.
(402) 627-8931 View (402) 627-8931
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Evelynn Freeman
Counselor, MSEd, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
Waitlist for new clients
I approach issues most often through a narrative, DBT, CBT, REBT, ACT, mindfulness, and existentialist lens.
Hey, I'm Evelynn! I enjoy working with a variety of issues, but I'm especially passionate about working with gender expansive clients! I'm a transgender woman, and my experiences absolutely inform how I approach working with my clients. I will provide space to explore which aspects of expression, pronouns, sexuality, and other elements you want to incorporate into your gender. There are no wrong answers, but we'll work together to find one you are comfortable with! I also have found neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum & ADHD) and eating disorders as additional specialties through working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
I approach issues most often through a narrative, DBT, CBT, REBT, ACT, mindfulness, and existentialist lens.
Hey, I'm Evelynn! I enjoy working with a variety of issues, but I'm especially passionate about working with gender expansive clients! I'm a transgender woman, and my experiences absolutely inform how I approach working with my clients. I will provide space to explore which aspects of expression, pronouns, sexuality, and other elements you want to incorporate into your gender. There are no wrong answers, but we'll work together to find one you are comfortable with! I also have found neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum & ADHD) and eating disorders as additional specialties through working with the LGBTQIA2S+ community.
(402) 256-7367 View (402) 256-7367
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Elizabeth Ferzely
Counselor, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and eye movement desensitization reprocessing.
I value collaborating with my clients and families to achieve common goals and aim to instill hope throughout our journey together. Seeking out therapy services often comes at a time of need for you, or your family as a whole; a time I would be honored to walk through with you.
I am trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and eye movement desensitization reprocessing.
I value collaborating with my clients and families to achieve common goals and aim to instill hope throughout our journey together. Seeking out therapy services often comes at a time of need for you, or your family as a whole; a time I would be honored to walk through with you.
(402) 383-5091 View (402) 383-5091
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Nicole Nixon
Counselor, PLMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
My preferred methods include Person-centered, strength based, CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome! I know getting started on your mental health journey can often take a leap of faith, but I am here to help you along the way. I believe in a collaborative approach to mental health treatment and I can't wait for us to get started on working towards your goals.
My preferred methods include Person-centered, strength based, CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome! I know getting started on your mental health journey can often take a leap of faith, but I am here to help you along the way. I believe in a collaborative approach to mental health treatment and I can't wait for us to get started on working towards your goals.
(402) 628-7410 View (402) 628-7410
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Wendy K Everson
Counselor, MS, LMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
I utilize a broad range of therapies, including cognitive behavior, solution-focused and person-centered to address depression and anxiety, mental health disorders, aging, life transitions, relationships, grief, caregiving issues, parenting, women's issues, sexuality and spirituality.
I assist adults in healing their hurts and transforming their lives for the better. You are not alone and you do not have to carry your strains and stresses by yourself. My clients can develop a better sense of self, live in healthier relationships, and grow in confidence focusing on strengths to find balance by providing solid, practical tools and skills to support healthy growth throughout the life cycle. You deserve to be part of positive life experiences supported by a companion to "walk" with you on life's journey. Doing so allows you to find balance in the ebb and flow of life.
I utilize a broad range of therapies, including cognitive behavior, solution-focused and person-centered to address depression and anxiety, mental health disorders, aging, life transitions, relationships, grief, caregiving issues, parenting, women's issues, sexuality and spirituality.
I assist adults in healing their hurts and transforming their lives for the better. You are not alone and you do not have to carry your strains and stresses by yourself. My clients can develop a better sense of self, live in healthier relationships, and grow in confidence focusing on strengths to find balance by providing solid, practical tools and skills to support healthy growth throughout the life cycle. You deserve to be part of positive life experiences supported by a companion to "walk" with you on life's journey. Doing so allows you to find balance in the ebb and flow of life.
(402) 810-7759 View (402) 810-7759
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Sara Chavez
Counselor, LIMHP, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68105  (Online Only)
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
You are not your trauma. You are a thriving, valuable survivor. In therapy with me, we will tap into your strengths to help create new standards of healthy living. When you say to yourself, "I am bad, or I am unloveable" those are messages that were taught to you and can be unlearned. Through the use of evidenced based treatment models, we will work together to help you heal from traumatic experiences.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT).
You are not your trauma. You are a thriving, valuable survivor. In therapy with me, we will tap into your strengths to help create new standards of healthy living. When you say to yourself, "I am bad, or I am unloveable" those are messages that were taught to you and can be unlearned. Through the use of evidenced based treatment models, we will work together to help you heal from traumatic experiences.
(402) 765-4985 x05 View (402) 765-4985 x05
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Jessica Smith
Counselor, LIMHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
As your mental health therapist, I am deeply passionate about helping you achieve peace and success as you journey through life. First and foremost, I am devoted to providing the best possible mental health care to my clients. I have clinical experience working with teens and adults with mental health disorders, as well as substance use disorders. I use evidence-based techniques to guide my practice and to develop your individualized treatment plans. I also have experience working with individuals suffering from past trauma and am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
As your mental health therapist, I am deeply passionate about helping you achieve peace and success as you journey through life. First and foremost, I am devoted to providing the best possible mental health care to my clients. I have clinical experience working with teens and adults with mental health disorders, as well as substance use disorders. I use evidence-based techniques to guide my practice and to develop your individualized treatment plans. I also have experience working with individuals suffering from past trauma and am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(531) 201-6738 View (531) 201-6738
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Amy Phillips
Counselor, LICSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124
Waitlist for new clients
I have training in EMDR, TF- CBT, Trauma & Attachment, CAMS, ACT for PTSD, DBT, and Grief Counseling.
I am flexible to accommodate most schedules. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy; at its core, therapy is about building a relationship in which we feel safe to embrace and become our authentic selves. I enjoy working with people to explore life experiences and identify past trauma that may be preventing them from living their best life. I am passionate about issues surrounding individual freedoms, specifically relating to gender/sexuality. As a queer professional, I enjoy working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or who practice nontraditional relationships, including polyamory and kink.
I have training in EMDR, TF- CBT, Trauma & Attachment, CAMS, ACT for PTSD, DBT, and Grief Counseling.
I am flexible to accommodate most schedules. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy; at its core, therapy is about building a relationship in which we feel safe to embrace and become our authentic selves. I enjoy working with people to explore life experiences and identify past trauma that may be preventing them from living their best life. I am passionate about issues surrounding individual freedoms, specifically relating to gender/sexuality. As a queer professional, I enjoy working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or who practice nontraditional relationships, including polyamory and kink.
(402) 539-5719 x2 View (402) 539-5719 x2
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Emily P Anson
Counselor, MS, Ed, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
Waitlist for new clients
Most often I draw from my trainings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and trauma skills training (including use of EMDR).
I believe that our mental health should be a priority. The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, and emotional struggles. The counseling process, along with a strong therapeutic relationship, can be a supportive way to find understanding, healing, wholeness and direction. I am committed to providing a welcoming environment where individuals and families can feel unconditional acceptance and a sense of hope. I will work with you to create therapeutic goals that are meaningful to you, in an effort to help you feel like each session has a purpose.
Most often I draw from my trainings in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and trauma skills training (including use of EMDR).
I believe that our mental health should be a priority. The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, and emotional struggles. The counseling process, along with a strong therapeutic relationship, can be a supportive way to find understanding, healing, wholeness and direction. I am committed to providing a welcoming environment where individuals and families can feel unconditional acceptance and a sense of hope. I will work with you to create therapeutic goals that are meaningful to you, in an effort to help you feel like each session has a purpose.
(402) 307-6743 View (402) 307-6743
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Pérez Counseling Services, PC
Counselor, MS, LIMHP, RPT
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68127
I am a Registered Play Therapist and trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and enjoy using an eclectic approach with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral interventions .
Does your child struggle to pay attention? Or struggle with depression, anxiety, and isolation? Do you ever ask yourself, "Where to begin?". I'm glad you ask because I've thought about this question a lot. My name is Odalys Pérez and I'm a Spanish-bilingual Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner in Omaha, Nebraska. I'm professionally trained to help your child navigate regular emotional disorders and its symptoms. I've helped hundreds of families conquer hardship over 12 years of professional experience. I partner with organizations throughout Omaha to bring mental health services to schools and families looking for answers
I am a Registered Play Therapist and trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and enjoy using an eclectic approach with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral interventions .
Does your child struggle to pay attention? Or struggle with depression, anxiety, and isolation? Do you ever ask yourself, "Where to begin?". I'm glad you ask because I've thought about this question a lot. My name is Odalys Pérez and I'm a Spanish-bilingual Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner in Omaha, Nebraska. I'm professionally trained to help your child navigate regular emotional disorders and its symptoms. I've helped hundreds of families conquer hardship over 12 years of professional experience. I partner with organizations throughout Omaha to bring mental health services to schools and families looking for answers
(402) 503-3185 View (402) 503-3185
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Mary Byrd
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68144
My practice focuses on helping individuals and families utilize healthy coping skills to deal with life situations and mental health related concerns. I focus on issues related to adoption, abuse, attachment, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, obsessive compulsive disorder, grief/loss, mood dysregulation, trauma, and impulse control difficulties. I have recently started co-facilitating DBT informed skills groups. I have extensive training in EMDR treatment, cognitive behavioral treatment strategies, and am a registered play therapist.
My practice focuses on helping individuals and families utilize healthy coping skills to deal with life situations and mental health related concerns. I focus on issues related to adoption, abuse, attachment, anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, obsessive compulsive disorder, grief/loss, mood dysregulation, trauma, and impulse control difficulties. I have recently started co-facilitating DBT informed skills groups. I have extensive training in EMDR treatment, cognitive behavioral treatment strategies, and am a registered play therapist.
(402) 939-6251 View (402) 939-6251
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Diana Marie Castro-Strotman
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68105  (Online Only)
I enjoy implementing various treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, Gestalt, and the Gottman Method for Couples.
I provide a therapeutic environment that encourages personal growth through gentle empowerment and increasing awareness of self. I believe we have the capacity to create positive change in our lives when we are ready. I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist and community member. I specialize working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, with a specific focus on survivors of trauma. I approach individual therapy through an eclectic model which allows me to customize treatment based on your individual needs.
I enjoy implementing various treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, Gestalt, and the Gottman Method for Couples.
I provide a therapeutic environment that encourages personal growth through gentle empowerment and increasing awareness of self. I believe we have the capacity to create positive change in our lives when we are ready. I am an lgbtqia+ affirming therapist and community member. I specialize working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, with a specific focus on survivors of trauma. I approach individual therapy through an eclectic model which allows me to customize treatment based on your individual needs.
(402) 566-5413 View (402) 566-5413
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Jenna Dey
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
These include trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF- CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Throughout my career, I have provided therapy to individuals and families impacted by trauma, including sexual, physical, emotional abuse and neglect. As a result, I have extensive experience in working with clients who struggle with PTSD symptoms, depression, anxiety, self harming behavior, relationships, and behavior difficulties. I work primarily with teenagers and adults.
These include trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF- CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Throughout my career, I have provided therapy to individuals and families impacted by trauma, including sexual, physical, emotional abuse and neglect. As a result, I have extensive experience in working with clients who struggle with PTSD symptoms, depression, anxiety, self harming behavior, relationships, and behavior difficulties. I work primarily with teenagers and adults.
(402) 603-6224 View (402) 603-6224
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Kristen Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIMHP, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Are you looking for a place to be heard and truly listened to? Do you need a safe space to navigate through a difficult relationship, traumatic event or painful period of life? I can help you. Together we can find a path that works best for you to reach a healthier and happier place and maintain it. My approach is diverse and conforms to meet your needs. I draw from different techniques, some based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, to find the best fit for your situation and personality.
Are you looking for a place to be heard and truly listened to? Do you need a safe space to navigate through a difficult relationship, traumatic event or painful period of life? I can help you. Together we can find a path that works best for you to reach a healthier and happier place and maintain it. My approach is diverse and conforms to meet your needs. I draw from different techniques, some based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, to find the best fit for your situation and personality.
(402) 207-9468 View (402) 207-9468
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Marina Ann Luna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LIMHP, CMSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
Not sure if you are ready to begin your therapeutic experience? Give us a call and receive more information about how therapy works as well as what to expect. I have utilized several different types of therapies ( CBT, DBT, TF- CBT, Art Therapy and Play Therapy, EMDR) including groups with the emphasis on your needs.
Not sure if you are ready to begin your therapeutic experience? Give us a call and receive more information about how therapy works as well as what to expect. I have utilized several different types of therapies ( CBT, DBT, TF- CBT, Art Therapy and Play Therapy, EMDR) including groups with the emphasis on your needs.
(402) 513-9862 View (402) 513-9862
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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.