Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Mukilteo, WA
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Tricia Brickman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use person centered,
CBT
and DBT, psychodynamic, family systems, and solution focused interventions to work through their issues and provide them with healthy and effective coping skills and increase insight into their struggles.
Clients can come to me facing issues such as relationship challenges, interpersonal stressors, life changes, parenting/career stress, anxiety and depression, body image, impacts of addiction, and trauma. We can work on goals such as improving overall life satisfaction, increasing coping skills to manage stress, improving mood, healing from trauma, and improving interpersonal relationships. Some different areas of focus can be on improving your life and the way you are living it, exploring and improving thought patterns, and gaining skills to talk more effectively to yourself and to the people in your lives.

Lucinda A Rowley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SUDP
Verified
Verified
I blend a variety of emotion and
cognitive
-focused approaches—always with a trauma and attachment-informed foundation.
I work with people coping with trauma and stress, especially stressors related to substance use, family of origin, parenting, relationship issues, and abuse. The cumulative worry, grief, exhaustion, and loss of hope that so often accompany these challenges can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone. In our sessions, we will work together on short-term relief, along with deeper explorations oriented towards lasting change. New ways of relating to yourself and others bring about new experiences that reignite your sense of hope and nurture change. I offer calm, thoughtful, nonjudgmental support to you and your family on your journey.

Geoffrey M. Simkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Aspects of
CBT
, DBT, philosophy, & other behavioral strategies can help cope with stress, communicate more effectively, and aim to be our best selves.
Only Sees Adults, over +18. My focus is on helping people improve themselves and help them enjoy their lives. I think sometimes to get better outcomes, if we might want to change our behaviors/thoughts/feelings. Typically I use DBT,
CBT
and behavioral techniques that might help us make some changes. An engaged client that puts in some effort during session and/or towards their treatment plan that usually does best.

Cultivating Changes Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
This includes utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy,
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR.
Accepting new clients! Evenings & Saturdays. Private Pay and Telehealth Only. I will bring my experience, as we collaborate together on your goals while you set the pace. I'm a good fit for clients who are ready to explore their thoughts, feelings, & behaviors & seek to take personal responsibility for their needs & relate to themselves & others. I specialize in helping heal from trauma. I have experience working with PTSD, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, building of social/communication skills, building healthy & effective boundaries & rewarding relationships. Heal, move forward & grow to your full potential.
Not accepting new clients

Nancy M Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified
Verified
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and
cognitive
therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.

Susan Hessel
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We will work creatively using both traditional therapy such as a
Cognitive
approach and techniques including relaxation, mindfulness and guided meditation.
Welcome. I am so glad you are taking steps to care for yourself. Whether you are looking for support during a stressful time in your life or healing from unresolved trauma we will work collaboratively to create in you a solid emotional foundation. I believe we all have the answers we need to let go and move on with life. We will work together to explore the sources of your discomfort and find ways specific to you to release the impasses that have held you back from being your authentic self. We will gently address your needs to become more self-empowered and confidently advocate for yourself taking charge of your emotional health.l

Michelle Sells
MSW, LCSWA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Some of the methods I use are DBT,
CBT
, Solution Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
I have many years of experience working with children, teens, adults and families in varying situations. I have an extensive background in working with children, teens, families, LGBTQIA+ folks, adults, and those who are retired. I have done work around complex trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, transitions, self-esteem, parenting issues, as well as a specialty in grief/loss, anticipatory grief, end of life, hospice and chronic medical issues.
Waitlist for new clients

Jonathan Troll
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Troll specializes in anxiety and depression disorders and his therapeutic approach leans heavily on
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy and Positive Psychology.
Dr. Troll is a Christian, faith-based, licensed psychologist who provides counseling for children, adolescents, and adults ages ten and up.

Christie de Langen
Counselor, MA, CMHS, MHP, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
** At this time I am FULL ** With everything changing in our world, children and teenagers need safe places to talk about their thoughts and emotions. At Moxie, we strive to provide this space as well as provide skills to help navigate challenges. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in work with children, teens and families. I earned my undergraduate degree in Counseling from Asbury University in Kentucky and my Master's degree in Community Counseling at Regent University in Virginia. I have extensive training in
Cognitive
Behavioral Health through the University of Washington.

Carolyn Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
I use an individualized combination of
cognitive
behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy and other strength based strategies to treat clients and support them in achieving time linked, measurable goals.
I am accepting new clients. There is no question life has its ups and downs. Sometimes we all just need a little extra support. I work with people from many walks of life dealing with many different situations. I treat adolescents, adults, couples and families with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life changes, relationships, addiction, trauma and many other challenges.
Not accepting new clients

Matt Schumacher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I ensure this by integrating person-centered, mindfulness,
CBT
, and multicultural orientations.
The process of seeking and making the decision to come to counseling can be a challenging one. Through a warm and caring approach, my hope is to ease some of these concerns around starting our work together in order to build a strong therapeutic relationship that will aid you in progressing towards your goals. Since each person is unique, I strive to collaborate in a way that best meets your presenting concerns and goals for therapy, acknowledging the barriers that can impede you from being the person you’ve been wanting to be. I offer both 60 and 90 minute sessions.
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Mindy Jones
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I draw on several approaches for treatment including EMDR, mindfulness-based
CBT
, and traditional talk therapy, tailoring my practice toward the needs of each person. I use a humanistic attachment lens informed by interpersonal neurobiology. I primarily work with people who have complex intersections of identity and those who have experienced trauma. The trauma may surface through symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing relationships. I work with a lot of individuals who have experienced complex trauma, developmental trauma, a single traumatic event, emotional neglect, and physical neglect.
Waitlist for new clients

Lynn Hackstaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, DCSW, PhD
Verified
Verified
Some frameworks tapped for clinical understanding are: attachment, psychodynamic,
cognitive
-behavioral, empowerment, and humanistic theories.
Why go to therapy? You might seek therapy when experiencing emotional pain or stress, even confusion about a situation or about yourself. Life challenges can pile up and seem overwhelming. Worry can interfere with relationships, work, or sleep. One goal of therapy is to relieve anxiety and every session should offer greater understanding issues and some anxiety relief. You might feel alone with your concerns—that’s normal. Therapy offers a place of understanding and acceptance, a place for problem solving, and for you to to feel safe with your feelings and thoughts.
Not accepting new clients

Marcia Erickson Bates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I also incorporate Narrative,
Cognitive
Behavioral and Mindfulness techniques in my work.
I am excited to announce our next Hold Me Tight workshop: October 21 & 22, 2023! Check under Groups for more information. I enjoy working with individual adults and couples. I meet my clients with warmth and acceptance, and provide a safe, calm, and grounding space that supports them in dealing with issues such as grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety and depression, distance or conflict in relationships, developing personal identity, working through trauma, and parenting issues.

Kirsten Lynch - Healing With Heart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, thanks for being here! If you haven't been feeling like yourself & are in need of additional support, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping those struggling w/ anxiety, depression, high stress/overwhelm, & trauma. I am ADHD-affirming. I will work with you to help you regain a sense of balance, find peace and joy in your life again, while reducing shame/guilt & confusion surrounding your current life challenges. We will also work towards creating a growth mindset through self-compassion & the use of tangible coping skills.

Yuxi Pan
Counselor, MSW, LMHC
Verified
Verified
What makes us unhappy? From years' of clinical experience, I summed up three main factors that contribute to our mood issues: unhealthy relationships, unhealed trauma, and unmet inner needs. Hi, I'm Yuxi, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington state. I work primarily with couples and individuals wanting help with stress, anxiety, trauma healing and relationship issues. I strive to provide person-centered care with every aspect of the counseling experience. My vision is to journey through therapy with my clients toward a greater sense of synergy, self-worth, inspiration, learning, and a true authentic life.
Not accepting new clients

Sound Soul Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Struggling with confusion and anger? Family, friends, co-workers taking you for granted, or don't listen? That's frustrating, and I'd love to help! Can't sleep, work, or focus on important matters because of ongoing arguments in your head, or an urge to find someone to blame? Maybe you feel trapped, and no matter what you do, that feeling of not getting anywhere makes it worse. It's so upsetting that slowly you are losing confidence in your sanity. Everybody experiences something like this occasionally. But your life doesn't have to constantly be this way.

Marline Rostom | Sound Psychotherapy Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
We believe that therapy is an important life choice that people make when things get tough. This courageous decision must be honored with compassion, empathy, and sincerity. I began this practice because I am passionate about helping people and sharing in their journey towards greater health and happiness. It is important for people to feel safe in therapy, and thus people can feel free to say what is on their minds and in their hearts and will always be met with compassionate understanding.

Monique Maio
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Accepting new clients. Do you struggle with your mood, a life transition, addressing addiction, managing a chronic illness, or recovering from trauma? Or do you feel overwhelmed, unable to help a loved one in the midst of significant problems? The good news is you are not alone. Deciding to reach out and get help is an important first step to changing patterns, healing wounds, and restoring relationships.

Danielle H Bradshaw, Licensed Psychotherapist PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"Danielle understands that showing up is half the battle." --- Anonymous
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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.