Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Green Hills, Nashville, TN
Dr. Andre Wielemaker
Psychologist, PhD, HSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Hey! I'm Dr. Andre, a licensed clinical psychologist. No matter who you are or what you are going through, I strive to understand your situation and help you find relief and clarity. I aim to provide a genuine, trusting relationship and a judgement free atmosphere to explore the concerns you are facing. I work with Men and Women facing anxiety, depression, stress, and dysfunctional patterns and lifestyles. I also work with Couples facing relationship distress. I specialize in therapy that includes a CBT, DBT, MI, SFBT, and psychodynamic oriented style. I am currently offering sessions via secure Telehealth platforms.
Hey! I'm Dr. Andre, a licensed clinical psychologist. No matter who you are or what you are going through, I strive to understand your situation and help you find relief and clarity. I aim to provide a genuine, trusting relationship and a judgement free atmosphere to explore the concerns you are facing. I work with Men and Women facing anxiety, depression, stress, and dysfunctional patterns and lifestyles. I also work with Couples facing relationship distress. I specialize in therapy that includes a CBT, DBT, MI, SFBT, and psychodynamic oriented style. I am currently offering sessions via secure Telehealth platforms.
Caroline Cubillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37205
I use an integrated approach that blends evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Theraplay, Play therapy, TF-CBT, Circle of Security and specialized trauma informed yoga training in order to individualize therapy to each client based on their wants and needs.
As a therapist, I believe deeply in the power of relationship. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing, trusting therapeutic relationship from which my clients can find healing and growth. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Nashville, TN working from a relational, client-centered lens, with a background in trauma and attachment. I provide services for children, young adults and families with a wide variety of presenting issues including trauma, loss, family conflict, adoption, depression, anxiety and difficulties with emotional regulation.
I use an integrated approach that blends evidence-based modalities including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Theraplay, Play therapy, TF-CBT, Circle of Security and specialized trauma informed yoga training in order to individualize therapy to each client based on their wants and needs.
As a therapist, I believe deeply in the power of relationship. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing, trusting therapeutic relationship from which my clients can find healing and growth. I am a licensed clinical social worker in Nashville, TN working from a relational, client-centered lens, with a background in trauma and attachment. I provide services for children, young adults and families with a wide variety of presenting issues including trauma, loss, family conflict, adoption, depression, anxiety and difficulties with emotional regulation.
Ruth Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I practice from an attachment-based psychodynamic perspective while also using interventions inspired by cognitive behavioral therapy and relational approaches.
As a therapist, I approach our work together with warmth and curiosity. I seek to nurture a holding space that feels safe to address whatever unique concerns you bring, starting with your present concerns and also facilitating interest in your deeper self. I believe each of us has the courage to successfully navigate the change that we seek, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you in that endeavor. I enjoy working with adults dealing with life transitions, grief and loss, family of origin concerns, relationship issues, trauma, and anxiety among other concerns.
I practice from an attachment-based psychodynamic perspective while also using interventions inspired by cognitive behavioral therapy and relational approaches.
As a therapist, I approach our work together with warmth and curiosity. I seek to nurture a holding space that feels safe to address whatever unique concerns you bring, starting with your present concerns and also facilitating interest in your deeper self. I believe each of us has the courage to successfully navigate the change that we seek, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you in that endeavor. I enjoy working with adults dealing with life transitions, grief and loss, family of origin concerns, relationship issues, trauma, and anxiety among other concerns.
Jay Reid
Pre-Licensed Professional, JD, MSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques.
Hello, I'm Jay; as a late diagnosed ADHD'er, I am committed to providing compassionate support for neurodivergent adults, teens, and couples. My practice is centered around understanding and embracing neurodiversity, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for growth and exploration. I also specialize in working with individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, including childhood, medical, religious, and intergenerational challenges. Life can be overwhelming, and my goal is to help you navigate through these difficulties.
My therapeutic approach combines evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness techniques.
Hello, I'm Jay; as a late diagnosed ADHD'er, I am committed to providing compassionate support for neurodivergent adults, teens, and couples. My practice is centered around understanding and embracing neurodiversity, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for growth and exploration. I also specialize in working with individuals who have faced various forms of trauma, including childhood, medical, religious, and intergenerational challenges. Life can be overwhelming, and my goal is to help you navigate through these difficulties.
alter-nativehealing
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EFT
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I have been in the field for over 27 years. I have experience helping people of all ages with anxiety, panic, disorder, and trauma. I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner, and Herbalist. I have found that combining cognitive behavior therapy, E.F.T., and exploring an individual's core limiting beliefs can be practical tools. As many of these tools have been helpful to me in my own healing journey.
I have been in the field for over 27 years. I have experience helping people of all ages with anxiety, panic, disorder, and trauma. I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner, and Herbalist. I have found that combining cognitive behavior therapy, E.F.T., and exploring an individual's core limiting beliefs can be practical tools. As many of these tools have been helpful to me in my own healing journey.
Adriana Kipper-Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I offer an integrative, insight-oriented, cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach that is organized around the ideas of growth and healing.
I am passionate about working with the intricate stories of struggle and growth as one enhances their self-awareness, reinvents themselves, and creates deeper, more meaningful relationships. I work with individuals across the lifespan and have specialized in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, insomnia, OCD, traumatic stress, and the impact of dementia on caregivers and families.
I offer an integrative, insight-oriented, cognitive behavioral, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach that is organized around the ideas of growth and healing.
I am passionate about working with the intricate stories of struggle and growth as one enhances their self-awareness, reinvents themselves, and creates deeper, more meaningful relationships. I work with individuals across the lifespan and have specialized in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, insomnia, OCD, traumatic stress, and the impact of dementia on caregivers and families.
Martez Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I use an integrative approach that is based on cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered techniques.
My goal is to provide you with a safe, empathetic, and welcoming space to conquer your life challenges and goals. We will work together to identify growth areas and changes that can be made to help with your healing journey. I work from a strengths-based approach and will use this approach to help you explore new ways to cope, and problem solve. I have a passion for helping individuals regain hope and find meaning in life. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and passionate about serving this population, as well as other marginalized groups including, black and brown men and at-risk youth.
I use an integrative approach that is based on cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered techniques.
My goal is to provide you with a safe, empathetic, and welcoming space to conquer your life challenges and goals. We will work together to identify growth areas and changes that can be made to help with your healing journey. I work from a strengths-based approach and will use this approach to help you explore new ways to cope, and problem solve. I have a passion for helping individuals regain hope and find meaning in life. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and passionate about serving this population, as well as other marginalized groups including, black and brown men and at-risk youth.
Elizabeth Chan
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Utilizing an integrative approach, I help clients gain greater awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and bodies through modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness training.
I was raised in the diverse melting pot of NYC as a first-generation Chinese American, born to parents who emigrated from Hong Kong. After college, I moved to Nashville, where I had the wonderful privilege of traveling the world as a musician. These experiences afforded me the unique opportunity to hear thousands of people’s stories—from depression, suicide, grief, and addiction to hope found amidst it all. Through these stories, as well as my own, I came to realize the powerful gift of therapy and the difference that occurs when one comes to understand their intrinsic worth and their capacity to be seen, heard, known, and loved.
Utilizing an integrative approach, I help clients gain greater awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and bodies through modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness training.
I was raised in the diverse melting pot of NYC as a first-generation Chinese American, born to parents who emigrated from Hong Kong. After college, I moved to Nashville, where I had the wonderful privilege of traveling the world as a musician. These experiences afforded me the unique opportunity to hear thousands of people’s stories—from depression, suicide, grief, and addiction to hope found amidst it all. Through these stories, as well as my own, I came to realize the powerful gift of therapy and the difference that occurs when one comes to understand their intrinsic worth and their capacity to be seen, heard, known, and loved.
Guided Path Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, LPCC-S, LCHMC-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
I have experience using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.
Hi I'm Leah, the owner, CEO, and therapist for Guided Path Counseling. I am happy to have so many wonderful therapists at Guided Path! We will make sure that you are paired with the therapist that best fits your needs. We have experience working with a variety of populations, including incarcerated, inpatient, couples, military, families, adolescents, and children. Besides traditional therapy, I offer assessments for emotional support animals and evaluations for gender affirming care procedures.
I have experience using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavior Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.
Hi I'm Leah, the owner, CEO, and therapist for Guided Path Counseling. I am happy to have so many wonderful therapists at Guided Path! We will make sure that you are paired with the therapist that best fits your needs. We have experience working with a variety of populations, including incarcerated, inpatient, couples, military, families, adolescents, and children. Besides traditional therapy, I offer assessments for emotional support animals and evaluations for gender affirming care procedures.
Pamela D Drury
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I am Board Certified in Neurofeedback, and as a neuropsychologist I am licensed to diagnose and treat ADHD, Learning Disabilites, Cognitive Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and other mental health disorders.
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to live at your greatest potential? By focusing on brain health and the mind/body connection, I strive to help you live up to your full potential. Whether this involves quieting your mind, lifting your mood, improving attention and cognition, or enhancing your performance at school, your job, or athletics, I would be honored to be a part of this journey.
I am Board Certified in Neurofeedback, and as a neuropsychologist I am licensed to diagnose and treat ADHD, Learning Disabilites, Cognitive Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and other mental health disorders.
Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to live at your greatest potential? By focusing on brain health and the mind/body connection, I strive to help you live up to your full potential. Whether this involves quieting your mind, lifting your mood, improving attention and cognition, or enhancing your performance at school, your job, or athletics, I would be honored to be a part of this journey.
Jonathan Ailsworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
Utilize a holistic approach; CBT, DBT, Motivation Interviewing, etc.
Keep a little fire burning; however small, however, hidden. ―Cormac McCarthy. Hey there, yes, you reading this; thanks for keeping that flame burning; now, let's help that flame become a roaring fire. My name is Jonathan Ailsworth, and I want to help you navigate this path and help you achieve your dreams and goals.
Utilize a holistic approach; CBT, DBT, Motivation Interviewing, etc.
Keep a little fire burning; however small, however, hidden. ―Cormac McCarthy. Hey there, yes, you reading this; thanks for keeping that flame burning; now, let's help that flame become a roaring fire. My name is Jonathan Ailsworth, and I want to help you navigate this path and help you achieve your dreams and goals.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
I have an extensive background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy .
Congratulations on surviving the worst days of your life, now let me help you process them and move forward. I feel that everyone no matter, age, race, or sexual orientation deserves quality services. My job is to empower you to process, heal, and move forward with living your best life. As a social worker, I have a holistic approach to engaging my clients and an understanding how psychosocial stressors affects the process of healing. As a trained therapist in evidenced based practices, I have the ability to provide array of treatment models that are most effective in promoting change and reaching your desired outcome.
I have an extensive background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy .
Congratulations on surviving the worst days of your life, now let me help you process them and move forward. I feel that everyone no matter, age, race, or sexual orientation deserves quality services. My job is to empower you to process, heal, and move forward with living your best life. As a social worker, I have a holistic approach to engaging my clients and an understanding how psychosocial stressors affects the process of healing. As a trained therapist in evidenced based practices, I have the ability to provide array of treatment models that are most effective in promoting change and reaching your desired outcome.
Kristena Partridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
Rachel Fleischer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37205
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and am certified in Prepare/Enrich Premarital and Marital Counseling.
I specialize in working with adults and couples. Using a nonjudgemental, affirming, and open approach, my aim is to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I strive to help my clients feel empowered to make positive changes, and create a meaningful life. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be supportive, honest, and collaborative. I obtained my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and my Bachelor’s degree at Indiana University. I am dual licensed in TN and FL.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and am certified in Prepare/Enrich Premarital and Marital Counseling.
I specialize in working with adults and couples. Using a nonjudgemental, affirming, and open approach, my aim is to provide a safe and nurturing atmosphere. I strive to help my clients feel empowered to make positive changes, and create a meaningful life. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be supportive, honest, and collaborative. I obtained my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and my Bachelor’s degree at Indiana University. I am dual licensed in TN and FL.
Beth Barnard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37205
I have an eclectic theoretical approach and enjoy Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and CBT.
By curiously hearing and understanding your life story through our professional relationship, I hope to unburden you of your pain and help you remove road blocks which might be keeping you from experiencing greater pleasure. I work with adults ranging in age from 18 through post retirement years and specialize in treating life transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, infertility, adoption, postpartum depression, grief, loss, and divorce. I'm sensitive to issues of diversity and inclusion, am interested in working with people from various cultural backgrounds, and am a LGBTQ ally.
I have an eclectic theoretical approach and enjoy Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and CBT.
By curiously hearing and understanding your life story through our professional relationship, I hope to unburden you of your pain and help you remove road blocks which might be keeping you from experiencing greater pleasure. I work with adults ranging in age from 18 through post retirement years and specialize in treating life transitions, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, infertility, adoption, postpartum depression, grief, loss, and divorce. I'm sensitive to issues of diversity and inclusion, am interested in working with people from various cultural backgrounds, and am a LGBTQ ally.
Ben Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
I provide exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression.
I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, and working with couples on relationships. I work with adolescents and adults and provide therapy for people who feel like these issues are getting in the way of their goals, impacting their lives negatively, and feel stuck. My goal is to understand the obstacles that are holding you back and help you make the changes that you desire in your life. Change is hard and I'm here to provide guidance, techniques, strategies, and tools that you can use to begin making a difference in your life.
I provide exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression.
I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, and working with couples on relationships. I work with adolescents and adults and provide therapy for people who feel like these issues are getting in the way of their goals, impacting their lives negatively, and feel stuck. My goal is to understand the obstacles that are holding you back and help you make the changes that you desire in your life. Change is hard and I'm here to provide guidance, techniques, strategies, and tools that you can use to begin making a difference in your life.
Jennifer Mason
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
Waitlist for new clients
I use a variety of modalities such as CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and EFT in my practice.
Navigating life’s inherent difficulties can be challenging. Sometimes therapy can help. From confronting issues such as loss/grief, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal problems, to facing significant life decisions or struggling with marital/relationship concerns, many factors can prevent any of us from engaging in our lives more fully. Whether you are new to therapy or you're returning to work through a new or lingering issue, creating a safe place to explore, understand, and respond to your concerns is crucial. Utilizing warmth and transparency, I hope to cultivate a trusting partnership with you.
I use a variety of modalities such as CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and EFT in my practice.
Navigating life’s inherent difficulties can be challenging. Sometimes therapy can help. From confronting issues such as loss/grief, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal problems, to facing significant life decisions or struggling with marital/relationship concerns, many factors can prevent any of us from engaging in our lives more fully. Whether you are new to therapy or you're returning to work through a new or lingering issue, creating a safe place to explore, understand, and respond to your concerns is crucial. Utilizing warmth and transparency, I hope to cultivate a trusting partnership with you.
In Harmony Counseling/Angela J. Turner/Supervision
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
Couples, Families, Youth, Adults are welcome here! I lean toward CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT to help individuals, couples, and families.
You've tried it all, I get it! Life can really throw some curve balls…but counseling can help soften the blows. Conflict, trauma, and inner turmoil are all part of the human condition, but we don’t have to dwell in those places. Here, in this safe space, you are invited to explore avenues of growth and understanding. I offer compassionate, objective support and guidance. Whether the focus is on internal struggles or on improving connections with your partner or your children, it is my goal to help you find the balance and peace that helps you live your best life. Dare to heal, elevate, and live more abundantly!
Couples, Families, Youth, Adults are welcome here! I lean toward CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT to help individuals, couples, and families.
You've tried it all, I get it! Life can really throw some curve balls…but counseling can help soften the blows. Conflict, trauma, and inner turmoil are all part of the human condition, but we don’t have to dwell in those places. Here, in this safe space, you are invited to explore avenues of growth and understanding. I offer compassionate, objective support and guidance. Whether the focus is on internal struggles or on improving connections with your partner or your children, it is my goal to help you find the balance and peace that helps you live your best life. Dare to heal, elevate, and live more abundantly!
Sheila Renee Peters
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37205
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including but not limited to a cognitive behavioral approach.
My overall objective is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for individuals, couples and families to address personal challenges. For those engaging in the therapeutic process, the journey requires courage and commitment to personal growth. My professional experience prepares for me to work in a culturally competent framework with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences. For individuals concerned with spiritual growth, I provide a Christian framework for assessing personal development. My expertise enables me to work effectively with all ages from early childhood through adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood and the elderly season.
I use a variety of therapeutic approaches including but not limited to a cognitive behavioral approach.
My overall objective is to provide a safe, nurturing environment for individuals, couples and families to address personal challenges. For those engaging in the therapeutic process, the journey requires courage and commitment to personal growth. My professional experience prepares for me to work in a culturally competent framework with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences. For individuals concerned with spiritual growth, I provide a Christian framework for assessing personal development. My expertise enables me to work effectively with all ages from early childhood through adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood and the elderly season.
Pamela Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Green Hills, Nashville, TN 37215
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
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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.