Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Dayton, OH
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Robert Nathan Adams
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I offer
CBT
interventions, Motivational Interviewing, focus on the 40 Developmental Assets, EMDR, concepts of Play Therapy, Expressive Therapy, ACT.
I enjoy working with a variety of clients with many presenting problems. I work alongside my clients to help them meet their goals while motivating them to continue to grow in their therapeutic and personal journeys.

Meagan Fromme
Licensed Social Worker , MSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
Commonly used interventions include aspects of; Motivational Interviewing, Problem Solving Therapy, Client Focused Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Meditation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Born in Olympia, Washington and raised around the world, I have always had a desire to help others. I completed the Master of Social Work program through the University of Southern California with a focus on Clinical Mental Health in 2018. I am very person centered and enjoy being able to meet my client’s where they are, utilizing Evidence Based Practices to assist them in achieving our established SMART goals.

Patricia J Hayes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
My approach is borrows from Interpersonal,
Cognitive
-Behavioral, Guided Imagery, Journaling, Self Psychology, Mindfulness and Gestalt therapies, as well as EMDR.
Are you frustrated with feeling worthless or invisible? Resentful about taking care of others? Need someone to take care of YOU? I specialize in helping women resolve the issues that directly affect them -- body image, feelings, the past, relationships, and children. I believe that the connection we make will help you find solutions that fit for you, become more open and accepting of yourself, and develop a greater capacity for intimacy. You will find a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere in which you feel validated as you learn to express your emotions and examine your thoughts.

Mackenzie Lane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience using
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
) and Motivational Interviewing.
I work with adolescents and adults with a range of mental health concerns (including anxiety, mood instability, and trauma). Whether you are experiencing gender dysphoria or have questions about sexuality, I engage in a gender affirming, sex and kink positive philosophy. I support those who have been formerly incarcerated or are supporting someone currently incarcerated, have experienced miscarriage, require post-abortion counseling, as well as people living with chronic illness, disability and/or neurodivergence.

Anthony Ronald Blair
LPC Intern, CT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize
CBT
, Humanistic, and Mindfulness-based approaches with clients to help them understand their unique yet collective experiences through a calm, warm, and supportive manner.
Hi! I’m Anthony Blair, CT (Counselor-Trainee) a graduate student at Wright State University in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I provide counseling for a wide variety of emotional and mental health needs for adults, adolescents, children, and couples. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and elderly individuals. I believe that clients have the answers within themselves to find fulfillment, joy, healing, and understanding.

Dr. Alicia Ottati
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I use acceptance-based
cognitive
strategies to help you navigate challenges and move forward with your goals.
Hello! I offer evidence-based psychotherapy by video for a variety of mental health concerns in any of the PSYPACT participating states (Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming).

Carol Kimbrough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified
Verified
My modalities are
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
) where we work together to reframe unhealthy thoughts that cause distress.
I will be able to provide Telehealth services which provides my clients the opportunity to engage in therapy in your own comfortable environment. I'm committed to working with others on the goals they want to achieve to improve their daily living. I will provide you with the most exceptional care in a compassionate and authentic manner. I always share that therapy is not a quick fix but I'm willing to assist my clients on their journey of healing. I named my agency Path to Tranquility Counseling Services because I'm willing to walk the path to gain peace, tranquility and wellness for your life with the goal of having a quality life.

Jessica R Beadel Phd Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize gold-standard evidence-based treatments like
Cognitive
-Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), which are designed to help you meet your treatment goals and reduce symptoms.
Reaching out for help with mental health issues can be extremely difficult, and your bravery has led you to take this first step. Now that you have made it this far, I can assure you that there is a well-traveled path to wellness that is waiting for you. My goal is to help guide you on this path to meaningful change so that you can realize your full potential.

Kara Carpenter
LPCC-S
Verified
Verified
Morning and daytime appointments available online and in-person and waitlist for evening hours! I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I take a strength-based approach and consider each person's individual needs when working with them in therapy. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused
cognitive
-behavioral therapy. I utilize art and play therapy techniques when working with children.

Ashley Jamison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCDCIII
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Specializing in mental health and substance use treatment, I am trained in
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness, & Trauma Recovery.
Alice Walker said, "the most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don't have any." Have you given up your power? Depression and anxiety can make us believe that we don't have any power and that things are hopeless. If you struggle with your daily life, relationships, self-esteem, and adjustment to changes, therapy can be a wonderful tool to help aid in your growth and find your power. Black and brown women have a lot coming at them and it can often make you feel powerless, let's work together to work through those things that may be holding you down.
Waitlist for new clients

Ri Molnar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified
Verified
As a queer, nonbinary therapist, I offer holistic interventions for LGBTQIA2S+ community members and allies of all ages! I am trained in
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-informed practices, and Expressive Arts Therapy.
Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, or mood swings? Do you have trouble speaking up for yourself, asking for what you need, or setting healthy boundaries? Is the "new normal" not supporting your needs? I'd love to unpack that with you, and support you in building a life that fulfills you! This is your journey, and as your therapist, I can be a helpful guide along the way. Sometimes folks are afraid of "starting over with a new therapist" or "having to rehash the past". It's totally valid to be nervous about opening up to a new person, practically a stranger, but we can start on this new path together!

Amy Weller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults with disabilities, and people from a wide variety of backgrounds. As a parent , I am familiar with the challenges of raising a child who has special needs. I believe that all therapy should be trauma informed, as we all do the best we can with what we know and what has worked for us in the past. My primary approaches to therapy are
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Rebecca Lynn Tuck
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-s, LICDC
Verified
Verified
Counseling modalities she uses are
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment Theory.
Issues and concerns Rebecca can address include couples with trauma and affairs, addictions, and relational conflict and distress. Rebecca can assist couples with discernment counseling in which one or both partners are unsure if they want to stay in the relationship. Rebecca treats individuals with a history of developmental trauma, individuals struggling with depression, anxiety and PTSD.

Dr. Bridget Jones
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use an integrative approach using
CBT
, ACT, and DBT.
I'm happy you are here. I work with women and new parents who are struggling with the transition to pregnancy or parenting, and want to feel more enjoyment and confidence in their new identity and relationships. I know it can be intimidating to consider therapy. You may be pregnant or newly postpartum, grappling with the physical, emotional, and environmental changes that come with such a transition. You may be a tired or stressed out parent, trying to “have it all” but always falling behind the endless to-do’s. I understand the difficulties that come with expanding your family. We can work together to reduce your stress.
Not accepting new clients

Allison Rice Custar
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisory Designation and I have 13+ years of experience providing mental health and substance use treatment to children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I utilize many different models of therapy to help clients reach their specific goals including:
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy,
Cognitive
Processing Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and EMDR. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, stress management, self-esteem, abuse and trauma, grief/loss, relational issues, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+

Jonathon Walton
Counselor, LPCC
Verified
Verified
I utilize evidence-based interventions from a
cognitive
behavioral therapeutic approach and offer a client-centered, empathic, and mindful setting for all of my clients in order to promote the best outcomes for therapy.
Each of us is on our own individual journey. At times, we all need assistance to help us overcome the stumbling blocks that are in our path. These stumbling blocks may be from the distant past, recent past, present, or fear of the future and may be affecting us at school, work, home, in relationships, or all the above.

Freedom in Christ Counseling
Counselor, LPCC-S, LPCMHSP
Verified
Verified
We leverage Biblical discipleship combined with research based methods of treatment such as
CBT
and EMDR to help you move forward in confidence.
Are you a man that is dealing with pornography addiction, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, or compassion fatigue? Do you feel alone and unable to explore these things with other men you know for fear of judgment? Do you have a desire to grow your faith while exploring these struggles in a safe and non-judgmental environment? We can help!

Emily C Martineau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Existential, Adlerian,
Cognitive
Behavioral, Client-Centered and other theoretical approaches inform work with clients.
Emily C. Martineau works with minors and adults using evidence based practices. She believes each individual has strengths that can be used to improve mental health. Emily uses an integrative approach and has experience working with anxiety, stress and trauma, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, impulse-control disorders, and personality disorders. Her internship training was completed in community mental health and private practice offering in-person and teletherapy sessions.

Daniel Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Using a person-centered approach with
cognitive
behavioral therapy techniques, I am able to meet the client where they are at, explore with the client where they would like to be, and help them to make the necessary changes.
My ideal client is an individual who is highly motivated to change, and ready to put the work in to make that happen.

Bonita Ashe, Five Stones Therapy, LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
While focusing on your strengths, we will explore whether EMDR Therapy or
CBT
, individualized to your needs, is best to address concerns related to traumatic experiences, anxiety, mood disorders, anger, and major life transitions.
You are most likely overwhelmed by which therapist to choose; your symptoms don’t seem to “match” anyone. However, you do know anxiety and/or depression has you feeling off-balance, or unresolved trauma is causing you to feel sad and isolated. Instead of seeing life in color, everything is “black and white”. Where you once were the life of the party, now sleep sounds so much better. You have a desperate need to “feel” again, because right now you just feel numb. I will provide a compassionate and supportive environment for you that is conducive to healing and self-discovery.
Dayton, OH 45432
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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.