Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Syracuse, NY
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Therapy One
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide
cognitive
behavioral therapy which helps you understand that the way we think is not often the best view of ourselves.
One of the best decisions you can make in your life is to reach out and ask for help. I am that hand you can grasp for compassionate care and direction as you navigate a better understanding of yourself. Anxiety and depression can make you feel alone and helpless. They are not easy mental health disorders to navigate without help. You are strong! You are mighty! You are not alone! I am here with you along your journey as you become better aware of how you can take control and overcome the struggles you may have with panic attacks, sadness, and mood disorders. I am ready to listen and help you regain control of your life.
Waitlist for new clients

Jackqueline Anne Merulla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I assist in helping adults grow and change in all areas of their lives. I also work with teenagers who are at least 16 years of age who are ready to explore family dynamics and learn how to obtain healthy relationships going into adulthood. I am here to advocate, empower and support you so you can live your life to its fullest potential. Learn how to use
CBT
to change the coping skills that most likely developed in your childhood and no longer work for you. Mindfulness can also help you learn to live in the moment with simple exercises you can do throughout the day.

Tessa Fellows
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Together we use a combination of
cognitive
behavioral therapy and a person-centered approach to challenge your anxious thoughts, respect where you are in your journey and assist you in meeting your goals.
Have you been impacted by trauma? Has the trauma increased your anxiety, overthinking and ability to regulate yourself emotionally? Are you finding it challenging to reframe the negative thoughts which has impacted your ability to be present and move forward? Your trauma may be apart of your story but is it your only story? I can tell you are looking forward to minimizing the overthinking, anxiety and living without worry. It can be hard to know the tools needed to just move forward. You are not alone, and these feelings far too common. You are here, so you have taken a big step into confronting these issues.

Amanda Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I will be using mostly
cognitive
-behavioral therapy, along with brief/solution focused and reality therapy.
I support individuals by bridging the gap between where they are right now and where they want to be in the future! My main goal is to help everyone live happier lives and feel better about themselves doing it. I have a general practice, which means that I work with a variety of people with a variety of issues in individual and couple counseling. My area of interest is working with people through individual therapy, who may find themselves overwhelmed, stressed, depressed or anxious in their daily lives. My therapeutic style is supportive, warm, honest, and non-judgmental.

Tzippy Preil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Tzippy Preil, LMSW, is a licensed psychotherapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, self-confidence, emotion regulation, behavior disorders, trauma and relationships. She has experience working in a variety of environments such as public and private schools, non-for-profit agencies, as well as clinic and private practice settings. Her clinical approach engages in a number of therapeutic techniques, such as
CBT
, EFT, Somatic Intervention, Trauma Interventions, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, etc.

Cardinal Hope Mental Health Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Our clinicians use
cognitive
behavioral therapy(
cbt
) techniques to help you identify the connection between your thoughts, emotions and behaviors so you can challenge your anxious thoughts.
If you're here, you are an overthinker and struggling with anxiety. You spend days on end rethinking your decisions or words you said. You are overwhelmed and find it difficult to find relief from your worries about the future. Your worries not only impact yourself but your roles, relationships and ability to be present. Cardinal Hope Mental Health Counseling Services PLLC is a group practice that helps those struggling to manage their anxiety but also assists with relationships and marriages who find it challenging to communicate, be heard or resolve conflict.

Sanctuary Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, RPT, CCPT
Verified
Verified
At The Sanctuary, we work with people of all ages. We believe that all people have infinite worth, so before working with us, know that is our view of you and/or your child already. Our clinicians have been classically trained in many of the greats (IFS,
CBT
, DBT, play therapy, etc.). The director has additional training in death and dying. With that being said, "Out of all of my credentials as a therapist, my most significant is that I'm a card carrying member of the human race" (Lori Gottlieb). Initially, our aims are to get to know you or your child from a strengths perspective and building a positive rapport.

Judith S Huober
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MS, LP-MHC
Verified
Verified
Are you looking to heal? To change? To accept challenges and cope with grace? Become more well balanced, enjoy life and relationships more, flourish in your chosen path? I welcome individuals and families coping with issues of aging such as chronic/progressive illness, pain, and
cognitive
changes; as well as those with trauma, ambiguous loss and disenfranchised grief; stress, depression and anxiety. I will be a witness, a listener, a partner and a guide as you use self-awareness, self-compassion, wisdom and intentionality to learn and cope with the practical and emotional tasks and challenges of your life with heart, mind and soul.
Blair Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
Cognitive
techniques, strategic techniques, psychoeducational techniques and hypnotic/relaxation techniques can greatly improve people's experiences with therapy.
Many people with severe anxiety, depression and PTSD have benefitted from therapy with us over the decades. No one size fits all therapy is employed by me or our practice group. Individual needs are responded to with individual treatment, designed by the person and the therapists, who have been trained in multiple forms of treatment shown to be helpful to people.

Jim Feinberg lcsw-R CH.t
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CHT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic techniques including
cognitive
therapies, solution focused/problem solving, motivational interviewing, family systems, and insight oriented psychotherapy.
Are you feeling down? Living with HIV/AIDS? Are you facing challenges as an LBGT person? Are you struggling with substances? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Sense of self? Are you and your intimate partner having difficulties in your relationship? Are people telling you you are not the same person they know? I have 23 years of experience in working with Gay and Lesbian issues, people with HIV/AIDS, Grief/Loss, Substance Abuse, Mental Health issues, Depression, Anxiety, Individual and Couples therapy. I work in conjunction with you , to be forthcoming, find your strengths and maximize the benefits of therapy.

Caitlin Dawson Brown
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide trauma-informed counseling, and have been trained in Trauma Focused
Cognitive
Behavioral therapy.
+ Accepting New Clients + In therapy we will build upon your own inner strength and authentic self to process and heal pain or psychological injuries that may be getting in the way of living a healthy, integrated and fulfilling life. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, that is, we will work together to navigate and explore any problems or patterns in your life that may be contributing to the challenges that you face. I am not a therapist that will tell you what to do, but I will help you explore all the parts that make up YOU, including the parts of you that are resilient and know the way forward.
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Sara Freer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you frequently stressed or anxious, feeling nervous all the time, or having problems sleeping? Do you feel sad, have low energy, or just feel down for a long period? Are you having difficulty building the relationships that you want? You are not alone. In therapy, you can expect to get practical tools that you can start applying right away. Using
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other approaches we will towards making your life better. If you have been having difficulty staying centered or calm, you are not alone. Contact me via phone, text, or email
Theresa M Hobbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I often utilize Motivational Interviewing,
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
) and Person-Centered Therapy in order to help you achieve your goals.
Life can be challenging and there are times when we need assistance to navigate the difficulties we are facing. Asking for help and facing those challenges is the first step to finding peace in your life. I am fully invested in helping you feel comfortable and supported during the process of healing and growth.
Not accepting new clients

Melinda Hathaway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MSW
Verified
Verified
A strong connection to your therapist is the cornerstone of good therapy and is more likely to lead towards personal growth and achievement of your therapeutic goals. My name is Melinda and I have 20 years of clinical experience. We will work together to identify and focus on specific goals that you would like to achieve in your life. I work with adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma and are victims of narcissistic abuse. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood and successful in your healing journey. I use an eclectic approach of evidenced based therapies such as
CBT
, DBT, ACT, and solution focus therapies.

Julia Massay-Donato
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and have been practicing for over 7 years working with individuals, couples, families, and minors. I specialize in issues including anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, self esteem, trauma, women’s issues, and family issues. I primarily employ attachment based theory and
cognitive
behavioral therapy (
CBT
). I feel strongly that all individuals deserve to feel and experience their best selves, no matter what has happened in their lives. We have one life, and I want everyone to feel that they can make the most of it.
Waitlist for new clients

Nancy LaClair
LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am trained and well versed in
Cognitive
-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Trauma Therapy.
Hi there! I am a licensed mental health counselor. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the hardships of everyday life. My passion has always been helping people. Being able to make a difference in the way my clients view themselves and the world around them is the most rewarding part of what I do. Psychology and, more importantly, being a therapist is what I love and helping people improve their mental health is why I love it.
Syracuse, NY 13212
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for new clients

Shannon Freeman (Rice)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CIMHP, NBCCH, CCTP, ADHDCCS
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
Through the use of specialized therapies (including
CBT
), I help you develop the ability to manage and express your thoughts and feelings, improve your relationships, get your needs met, extinguish the need for unhealthy behaviors, and develop a sense of internal completeness.
Are you overwhelmed by or struggle to complete daily tasks? Do you often feel that you are not good enough or that other people don't value and respect you? Are you unorganized or messy? Is it difficult to stay focused/concentrate? Are you impulsive? Do you find yourself over/under reacting emotionally? Is it difficult to make friends or to even want to? If so, you are not alone. It's likely that the sense of "something missing" you feel comes from childhood issues. Others with these concerns benefit from therapy everyday. Please let me help.
Not accepting new clients

Shawne Ellen Steiger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I'm also a skilled
CBT
& couples therapist and I will adapt to what works for you.
I have 31 years of experience helping people who are hurting change their lives. Often, we develop skills to survive difficult situations -childhood abuse, bullying in school, a bad car accident, sexual assault, an abusive marriage or boss - and it's hard to stop using those old skills, even when we no longer need them. We react in a new relationship as if we have to protect ourselves from things in the past. This often leads to more pain and unwanted outcomes. I can help you recognize those maladaptive coping skills. Change is difficult and often scary, but so worth it. I will be there cheerleading you as you practice new skills.

Amanda Fuleihan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
These include psychodynamic and
cognitive
behavioral therapy along with mindfulness techniques.
As a licensed clinical therapist with experience working with individuals, families and children, I am very aware of the many challenges we face at different stages throughout our lives. Are you currently feeling stuck, isolated and overwhelmed about how to begin facing and overcoming these challenges? You no longer have to feel alone in this process. In therapy, I will work to facilitate personal growth by creating a safe space and providing empathy, support, and feedback to empower you to feel confident in reaching and achieving your goals.

Jenna Halloran Karl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I draw upon a number of therapeutic modalities including EMDR,
CBT
, DBT, Narrative Therapy.
Not accepting new clients until Sept 2023. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker that specializes in mental health care for adults, college/graduate students, and twenty-somethings. I am licensed in both MA & NY, and offer telehealth therapy to help people navigate life transitions, trauma, and cope with distress. I am trained in EMDR therapy, and have in-depth experience working with people with Anxiety, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Adjustment issues, LGBTQ+ topics, and Co-occurring disorders. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient Behavioral Health settings since obtaining my MSW from Simmons University.
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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.