Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Battery Park City, New York, NY

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Lauren Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Tenzin Palbar
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10282
He combines theoretical concepts and interventions from the following evidenced based individual and relational therapy models: CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, Gottman, Mindfulness, Emotion Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Tenzin Palbar (He/Him) is a psychotherapist who is passionate about social justice, community service and systems thinking. He is grounded, thoughtful, ethical, and culturally informed and has deep experience providing therapy to individuals (7-85), couples, families and divorced co-parents. His clinical expertise spans diverse races, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation and immigration status.
He combines theoretical concepts and interventions from the following evidenced based individual and relational therapy models: CBT, DBT, Positive Psychology, Gottman, Mindfulness, Emotion Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Tenzin Palbar (He/Him) is a psychotherapist who is passionate about social justice, community service and systems thinking. He is grounded, thoughtful, ethical, and culturally informed and has deep experience providing therapy to individuals (7-85), couples, families and divorced co-parents. His clinical expertise spans diverse races, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation and immigration status.
(929) 605-4934 View (929) 605-4934
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Michaela D'Urso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
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Brian Freidenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10007  (Online Only)
I am trained as a culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapist.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
I am trained as a culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapist.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
(646) 846-7521 View (646) 846-7521
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Ahana Appiah
MHC-LP, MA
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10282
She has deep experience utilizing multiple modalities including: DBT, CBT, Gottman, and Postive Psychology.
Navigating life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling frustrated, confused, hopeless, and anxious. While the struggle is universal, it can deeply impact our sense of self, relationships, functionality, health, and well-being. As a mental health counselor Ahana believes that everyone has the innate capacity for growth and healing– we might, however, need some help in maximizing this potential. She thus sees her role as that of a catalyst, supporting you in the development of more authentic and satisfying ways of being in crucial aspects of life like relationships, work/school, and personal wellness.
She has deep experience utilizing multiple modalities including: DBT, CBT, Gottman, and Postive Psychology.
Navigating life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling frustrated, confused, hopeless, and anxious. While the struggle is universal, it can deeply impact our sense of self, relationships, functionality, health, and well-being. As a mental health counselor Ahana believes that everyone has the innate capacity for growth and healing– we might, however, need some help in maximizing this potential. She thus sees her role as that of a catalyst, supporting you in the development of more authentic and satisfying ways of being in crucial aspects of life like relationships, work/school, and personal wellness.
(929) 357-1663 View (929) 357-1663
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Grace Slifkin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Grace works with clients to translate her deep expertise into tangible tools for a life with less worry and more presence, confidence, and connection. She has received exceptional training in CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and SPACE at leading hospitals and private practices. She specializes in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults facing anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic, social anxiety, ARFID, emetophobia, body dysmorphia, perfectionism, and anxiety related to chronic illness and gastrointestinal issues. Grace also works with caregivers of children with behavioral issues, OCD, and anxiety using evidence-based parenting interventions.
Grace works with clients to translate her deep expertise into tangible tools for a life with less worry and more presence, confidence, and connection. She has received exceptional training in CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and SPACE at leading hospitals and private practices. She specializes in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults facing anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic, social anxiety, ARFID, emetophobia, body dysmorphia, perfectionism, and anxiety related to chronic illness and gastrointestinal issues. Grace also works with caregivers of children with behavioral issues, OCD, and anxiety using evidence-based parenting interventions.
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Clorinda Bulfamante
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
I work with my clients to develop realistic goals in therapy and utilizes cognitive behavioral based therapy, while integrating techniques from other therapeutic modalities, to reach those goals.
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
I work with my clients to develop realistic goals in therapy and utilizes cognitive behavioral based therapy, while integrating techniques from other therapeutic modalities, to reach those goals.
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Jayta C Szpitalak
Counselor, LMHC, 200 RYT
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10282  (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, not entirely yourself, or a bit down? I'm here to help. I'm a New York-based psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutritional Psychology, Mindfulness, and Neuroplasticity. Utilizing an integrative approach to wellness, I am eager to help people improve their mental & physical well-being. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, overcome various challenges in their unique situations, and heal. We will work collaboratively during therapy, harnessing evidence-based strategies to achieve balance and equanimity.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, not entirely yourself, or a bit down? I'm here to help. I'm a New York-based psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutritional Psychology, Mindfulness, and Neuroplasticity. Utilizing an integrative approach to wellness, I am eager to help people improve their mental & physical well-being. I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, overcome various challenges in their unique situations, and heal. We will work collaboratively during therapy, harnessing evidence-based strategies to achieve balance and equanimity.
(347) 493-2275 View (347) 493-2275
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Amita K. Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10282
Drawing on principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, Positive Psychology, mindfulness and coaching, we’ll partner to identify the thoughts and behaviors that get in your way.
Living in New York City can often feel like a balancing act with no end in sight. We aspire to have the best career, partner, family, and friends, all while silencing the part of us that questions our choices and whether we really measure up. As obligations continue to grow, it can be hard to find the energy and motivation to do the things we have to do without sacrificing the things we want to do. That’s where I come in. I can help you to define and break through the barriers that block you from being yourself. I strive to provide a culturally sensitive environment where you can explore their relationships, careers, and identity.
Drawing on principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, Positive Psychology, mindfulness and coaching, we’ll partner to identify the thoughts and behaviors that get in your way.
Living in New York City can often feel like a balancing act with no end in sight. We aspire to have the best career, partner, family, and friends, all while silencing the part of us that questions our choices and whether we really measure up. As obligations continue to grow, it can be hard to find the energy and motivation to do the things we have to do without sacrificing the things we want to do. That’s where I come in. I can help you to define and break through the barriers that block you from being yourself. I strive to provide a culturally sensitive environment where you can explore their relationships, careers, and identity.
(646) 969-9095 View (646) 969-9095
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Michelle Stokes Sanders
Psychologist, MSEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10004  (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the first and courageous step as you consider selecting a clinician who will be a good match for you. I am a licensed psychologist in New York and Texas. My training and experience is from Cognitive Behavioral and Attachment Theory frameworks. I strongly believe in providing people with coping and problem solving skills and concrete strategies to decrease symptoms and improve well being. I have been in private practice for well over a decade. I was previously a psychologist and Clinical Instructor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Thank you for taking the first and courageous step as you consider selecting a clinician who will be a good match for you. I am a licensed psychologist in New York and Texas. My training and experience is from Cognitive Behavioral and Attachment Theory frameworks. I strongly believe in providing people with coping and problem solving skills and concrete strategies to decrease symptoms and improve well being. I have been in private practice for well over a decade. I was previously a psychologist and Clinical Instructor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
(347) 514-8442 View (347) 514-8442
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Samuel Parton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
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Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
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Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
As a nationally certified school psychologist, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations for learning disorders, ADHD, cognitive ability, and social-emotional functioning, with tailored treatment plans, incorporating personalized education/work strategies and interventions.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
As a nationally certified school psychologist, I offer comprehensive psychological evaluations for learning disorders, ADHD, cognitive ability, and social-emotional functioning, with tailored treatment plans, incorporating personalized education/work strategies and interventions.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Nicole Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10007  (Online Only)
In treatment, I pull from evidence based practices such as Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR and ART.
“When we deny the story, it defines us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending”. Healing from trauma is a unique journey, one that you do not have to walk alone. I will be alongside you in this journey and together we will learn new things about ourselves and ways to approach the good, the bad and messiness of life. It is possible to work toward your brave new ending in this journey of healing and I would be honored to be in this work with you. I am experienced in working with trauma, depression, anxiety and many other mental health issues.
In treatment, I pull from evidence based practices such as Mindfulness, CBT, DBT, IFS, EMDR and ART.
“When we deny the story, it defines us. When we own the story, we can write a brave new ending”. Healing from trauma is a unique journey, one that you do not have to walk alone. I will be alongside you in this journey and together we will learn new things about ourselves and ways to approach the good, the bad and messiness of life. It is possible to work toward your brave new ending in this journey of healing and I would be honored to be in this work with you. I am experienced in working with trauma, depression, anxiety and many other mental health issues.
(845) 415-7659 View (845) 415-7659
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Meagan A McGinty
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280
We all have blind spots and patterns that may keep us stuck in a place we no longer want to be. With an understanding in many schools of psychology such as Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic, I have the flexibility to tailor our approach to meet your needs. My experience includes working with preteens, adolescents, young professionals, adults and couples. Clients tend to deal with anxiety and depression as well as stressful life events, low self-esteem, social anxiety, behavioral issues, communication problems, phases of life problems, relationship issues and pressure at work.
We all have blind spots and patterns that may keep us stuck in a place we no longer want to be. With an understanding in many schools of psychology such as Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic, I have the flexibility to tailor our approach to meet your needs. My experience includes working with preteens, adolescents, young professionals, adults and couples. Clients tend to deal with anxiety and depression as well as stressful life events, low self-esteem, social anxiety, behavioral issues, communication problems, phases of life problems, relationship issues and pressure at work.
(914) 506-4773 View (914) 506-4773
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Alexander C. Messer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280  (Online Only)
Positive change takes work. Negative change just happens. But even positive change, regardless of whether it's anticipated or planned, creates stress. This often causes ambivalence which can stop people from taking action to improve their lives. Let me help you work to manage and overcome the negative thoughts and self-doubt that are holding you back.
Positive change takes work. Negative change just happens. But even positive change, regardless of whether it's anticipated or planned, creates stress. This often causes ambivalence which can stop people from taking action to improve their lives. Let me help you work to manage and overcome the negative thoughts and self-doubt that are holding you back.
(929) 493-4039 View (929) 493-4039
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Maryam Khansari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10280  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinician that graduated from NYU School Of Social Work in 1993. Through the years I developed extensive experience in providing psychotherapy to thousands of clients suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, losses and relationship concerns. I am passionate about proving a safe nonjudgmental environment where our work allows you to a deeper understanding of obstacles in achieving skills that leads to a happier and peaceful life.
I am a licensed clinician that graduated from NYU School Of Social Work in 1993. Through the years I developed extensive experience in providing psychotherapy to thousands of clients suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, losses and relationship concerns. I am passionate about proving a safe nonjudgmental environment where our work allows you to a deeper understanding of obstacles in achieving skills that leads to a happier and peaceful life.
(929) 345-3866 View (929) 345-3866
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Dr. Huong Diep
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Battery Park City, New York, NY 10282  (Online Only)
Are you looking for a highly trained and emotionally attuned therapist who can help you understand the inner workings of your brain and emotions? Are you are feeling stuck and despite being insightful and intelligent; you just can't seem to "figure it out" on your own? If you are ready to stop the self-defeating cycle of negative thoughts (e.g. "What's wrong with me? Why am I this way?"), anxious and sad feelings, and poor coping behaviors (e.g. over-working, perfectionism, procrastination); please reach out to me. Let's brainstorm ways to help you regain control over your life and feel safe in your body again.
Are you looking for a highly trained and emotionally attuned therapist who can help you understand the inner workings of your brain and emotions? Are you are feeling stuck and despite being insightful and intelligent; you just can't seem to "figure it out" on your own? If you are ready to stop the self-defeating cycle of negative thoughts (e.g. "What's wrong with me? Why am I this way?"), anxious and sad feelings, and poor coping behaviors (e.g. over-working, perfectionism, procrastination); please reach out to me. Let's brainstorm ways to help you regain control over your life and feel safe in your body again.
(858) 500-3826 View (858) 500-3826

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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.