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Marilyn Rosenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Point, NY 12578  (Online Only)
I have been trained in Play Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and am a certified Integrated Kabalistic Healer, which also enables me to work within a spiritual context.
For over 30 years as a licensed clinical social worker, I have worked with individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I have a family systems approach to seeing each person as a part of a whole dynamic unit. This is especially valuable in working with couples. My clients have successfully worked through a variety of issues including marital problems, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family illness and self esteem. My work with couples has been particularly rewarding in enhancing communication. Call me for a free consultation to discuss your particular concerns, and ways I can be helpful to you.
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For over 30 years as a licensed clinical social worker, I have worked with individuals, couples, adolescents and children. I have a family systems approach to seeing each person as a part of a whole dynamic unit. This is especially valuable in working with couples. My clients have successfully worked through a variety of issues including marital problems, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family illness and self esteem. My work with couples has been particularly rewarding in enhancing communication. Call me for a free consultation to discuss your particular concerns, and ways I can be helpful to you.
(845) 262-2674 View (845) 262-2674
Dawn Terralavoro-Short
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Salt Point, NY 12578
LCSWR. Masters of Social Work specializing in Child and Family Therapy from Fordham University. Post Masters in Child and Adolescent Therapy from Fordham University. Field instructor (SIFI) for NYU.
LCSWR. Masters of Social Work specializing in Child and Family Therapy from Fordham University. Post Masters in Child and Adolescent Therapy from Fordham University. Field instructor (SIFI) for NYU.
(845) 622-7032 View (845) 622-7032

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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
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Alexandra Geiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Preparatory Positive Resource Installations build & retain positive emotional, somatic and cognitive experiences.
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Dr. Penni Waldman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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Elizabeth Cobb
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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.