Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Beachwood, OH

We all go through difficult life experiences that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed with behavioral responses that are no longer serving us well. Finding meaning in difficult emotions and life events can be very helpful in moving forward. I feel passionate about providing a nonjudgemental space for clients to engage in self exploration while focusing on healing. I work with individuals, children, and families, bringing warmth and understanding to the relationships and life problems that surround us.

Master’s level, LISW - Supervisor, a graduate of Case Western Reserve University’s Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences in addition to a Masters and Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Cleveland State University. Mrs. Fremont’s experience has led to clinical specialties which include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT ), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Systems Approach which are known to be best practices in treating anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, adjustment disorders, personality disorders and relationship and marital problems. Mrs. Fremont is also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist.

For over 20 years, the Anxiety Treatment Center has specialized in state-of-the-art treatment for people of all ages with anxiety disorders and stress-related problems. Phobias, worry, panic attacks, hoarding, obsessions, and compulsions have been shown by extensive research to be effectively treated by Cognitive -Behavioral therapy. The Director, Barbara Fleming, Ph.D., is a Diplomate and Founding Fellow of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and trained with Aaron T. Beck, M.D., the originator of Cognitive Therapy. She co-authored the books "Clinical Applications of Cognitive Therapy" and " Cognitive Therapy of Personality Disorders."

I am an experienced clinician with expertise in helping adolescents, young adults, and families. I work best with clients who appreciate adept clinical insight in managing the complexity of known problems, poorly understood problems, and developmental challenges. I will help you clarify issues, focus on relevant factors that facilitate good choices and enhance your emotional well-being. I am committed to providing skillful diagnosis, treatment planning, and execution of a plan that improves your functioning. By 'improved functioning', evidence of significant reduction in frequency and intensity of the problems you sought help for, a durable solution, and a brighter future.

Are you or your child struggling with worries or fears at school or home? Do people around you tell you that you appear sad, hopeless or defeated? Maybe you feel angry or irritable, struggling to get through each day. If you identify with any of these feelings you are not alone! I have over 15 years experience working in with children in the schools as both a teacher and a school counselor. In addition, I have worked several years as a clinical counselor in private practice where I have assisted children and adolescents with developing coping skills to handle various mental health issues such as Anxiety, Depression and ADHD.

The space of therapy is a place for you to connect with your truest Self: curious, compassionate, present, creative, calm, persistent. We all love, parent, and experience emotions differently. We exist at the intersection of many layers that make us unique as individuals: gender, race, culture, age, sexual orientation. I enjoy working within this diversity to explore parts of you that are struggling and guide you to find creative solutions. Over 25 years of experience in community and private practice settings, in the US and in Latin America, helped me cultivate a multicultural perspective.

Catharsis Counseling CLE wants to help you create balance, peace, and healthier, more fulfilling relationships in your life. While this process can be challenging, filled with doubt and uncertainty, it can also be an opportunity for growth. You can change the way you handle life's challenges and improve the relationships that matter most to you. We are here to help! We enjoy challenging current ways of thinking to move you forward, towards your goals. Let us support you in taking those first steps toward wellness and the best version of you.

I am a licensed Psychologist (OH, NJ, NY) with over 35 years clinical experience. I am also a licensed/admitted attorney in OH, NJ and in NY. I have a special interest in forensic child custody and parenting time/best interests of the child evaluations. I also perform forensic evaluations and treatment related to Worker's Compensation claims in Ohio.

As a Clinical Psychologist, my specialties are anxiety and anti-anxiety training , depression and anti-depression training, OCD, relationship training and coaching for individuals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT ) is my main method and is a very learner friendly set of skills. Whatever method used, healing old wounds releases new energy for learning the skills needed to overcome old habits that interfere with the best we can be. Building and learning mindfulness skills and a new awareness is a part of CBT .

If you have felt overwhelmed with intense emotions, hopeless, numb, had struggles connecting with others or acted in ways that are inconsistent with your values, we can work on recovering the parts of your life that bring you a sense of fulfilment and emotional freedom. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, trauma. I am committed to form collaborative relationships, providing concrete skills, and working on rebuilding a life worth living and sharing.

My hope for therapy is to be a place for you to be your authentic self free of worry about judgment. I believe that clients know the most about themselves and their situations, and should be the leaders of their treatment. Our work together will be collaborative so we can discover ways to help you thrive. Each person has their own set of needs for therapy. I provide individualized care for each of my clients, implementing what they value and how they learn into their healing. I am a trauma-informed therapist, primarily using cognitive , supportive, and attachment-based therapies to guide my practice.

Working in both Clinical and Forensic psychology, I deliver targeted Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT ), and Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) Therapies to diverse client populations, tailored to the specific needs of each individual. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Depression), Behavioral Disorders (Oppositionality, Anger), Personality Disorders (Borderline, Narcissistic, Antisocial), and Sexual Dysfunction. In addition, I treat violent and non-violent criminal offenders, sex offenders, perpetrators of domestic violence, and various other forensic populations.

My ideal client knows what they want and is ready and determined to get it. The client works hard and wants to better their self mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. The client wants to make a change, and is tired of doing life dealing with the same struggles. They want better for their family and self by willingly doing the work to become whole and healthy. I love working collaboratively with individuals to help find solutions that will increase their life fulfillment. I provide a safe, judgement free zone that allows clients to be themselves and feel free to express their innermost feelings.

Are you eager for positive change in your life? Are you ready to be intentional about making change happen? You may feel tired of dealing with the same struggles and negative patterns and want better for yourself. Oftentimes, exploring your past is the key to unlocking your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and even how you interact with others in the world. My ideal client is willing to learn and try new things in order to promote positive changes in their life. I love working collaboratively with individuals to help find solutions that will increase their life fulfillment.

My ideal client is someone who wants to overcome their situation and live their best life. Often times we become stuck in our circumstances, and with healing comes freedom. My clients want to understand their experiences, gain strength to overcome them and their lives to be full of joy and happiness.

Laura Palisin received her bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Dayton and her master's degree in community counseling from Kent State University. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults in outpatient, inpatient and school settings. She has advanced training in trauma focused therapy including eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF- CBT ).

With over 30 years experience working with adults, I maintain an ongoing commitment to this work with the goal of helping you improve your quality of life, including managing internal unrest. My master's degree is from Case Western Reserve University and I have a B.A. degree from Boston University in Philosophy. My approach is compassionate and accepting and I draw from various modalities including psychodynamic, trauma informed care, and cognitive and behavioral elements.

I am both inspired by and respectful of the time, courage and commitment it takes for you to engage in a therapeutic relationship, especially via telehealth. Utilizing a strength’s-based approach, I believe helping you to set realistic and achievable goals is pivotal to a successful outcome of self-sufficiency and self-care. Working from a place of compassion, flexibility and sensitivity, I also recognize and incorporate in treatment the importance of different life factors (e.g., family, cultural and environment) that heavily influence us socially and emotionally and our abilities to cope with challenges.

I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adult men and women. Each person carries a ton of pressure from internal and external forces. Why go down that road alone? I am here to be a helper in your journey. The goal is to help you be the person you want to be. My primary focus is mood disorders, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Overall, we shall look to assist you in becoming emotionally and mentally sound.