Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA
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Kathryn Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I also have years of experience treating anxiety and anxiety disorders using
CBT
, exposure treatment, relaxation and distress tolerance.
I'm looking forward to working with you. I've been a therapist for more than a decade and have experience providing treatment for a variety of mood disorders, relational problems and parent-child issues. I specialize in treating postpartum/perinatal mood issues as well as anxiety disorders - including phobias and OCD. I also have years of experience in providing treatment and coaching for parenting and family issues. At this time I am only seeing clients through a secure online platform for video sessions - telehealth - with Mindful Therapy Group. You can schedule an appointment with me at mindfultherapygroup.com
Not accepting new clients

Y J Sloan Chong
Counselor, MA Ed, LMHCA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Depending on your needs a variety of modalities, such as psychotherapy,
CBT
, and Motivational Interviewing, may be employed.
Sometimes we struggle to express what we need or want out of life. Other times we may feel that we are not living up to expectations. We can get stuck in a loop of our negative thoughts and fears. Building a trusting relationship with a counselor can help you step out of these patterns and bring meaning to your struggles. I really want to know what it’s like to be you; not only your inner life but also how you belong in the world around you. Together we will explore the things that are important to you and move toward the change that you are looking for.

OCD Treatment / Theresa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you're an adult or teen in Washington state suffering from OCD, I would love to hear from you! I specialize in treating OCD, and I am especially skilled in treating “rumination as a compulsion”—mental compulsions that are not visible to anyone else. I offer Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), Inference-based
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (I-
CBT
), and Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), all of which are scientifically effective in treating OCD. I-
CBT
has been described as profound and a “game-changer.” This compassionate and effective psychotherapy has been changing lives in Canada and Europe for over 20 years.

Patricia Decker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work from a client-centered, strengths-based approach, utilizing evidence-based practices such as
CBT
, ACT, and mindfulness techniques.
Do you often feel tired, stressed, or overwhelmed? Are you feeling hopeless or helpless? Is the current state of the world causing you increased anxiety and stress? Are you struggling in your relationship with your children or partner? I work with individuals who are struggling to heal from past experiences, navigate current changes in their lives, and live their most authentic lives. My aim is to build a trusting and honest connection, in which you can share your experiences openly, and engage in therapeutic techniques to change the narrative of your life.
Not accepting new clients

Natalie Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, SUDPT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in Motivational Interviewing (MI),
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and trauma processing through different modalities including Common Elements Treatment Approach (CETA).
Have you ever heard the phrase “it’ll be better in the morning”? Despite our best intentions to feel refreshed and wake up with a new outlook, sometimes we find ourselves dragging through our days. Maybe you’re feeling stuck at work or school? Maybe you’re feeling dependent on a substance to get you through? I’m here to offer a strength-based approach that will get you started on a path towards clarity and lightness. Together we can identify what is already helping you get through today, so that tomorrow feels a little easier.

Books of Flesh & Bone Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
WEEEKEND SESSIONS AVAILABLE. What's your story? Do you know how you got here? Where are the plot twists you still can't figure out? Let's look at it together, page by page, line by line. There are several different ways we can work together: 1. Counseling from a
CBT
/psychodynamic perspective. Whatever the issue, there's no reason to figure it out alone! 2. Relationship counseling: Let me help you write a love story! 3. Guided Autobiography: Write that life story - either alone or with a writing group. 4. Positive psychology coaching: Build community. Find purpose and meaning. Achieve your goals. Operate from your strengths.

Anjulie Semenchuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I believe this balance of being able to meet clients in both an emotional and
cognitive
space has specifically attuned me to working with populations who are more analytically minded.
I look forward to helping you through life's stresses and anxieties. I believe we are all moving through life learning new things and that from time to time we are faced with challenges that may require extra assistance. I am happy to partner with you to find the tools you need to deal with these challenges effectively. To learn more about me visit my website alpiniacounseling.com

Stephanie Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified
Verified
My goal is to improve functioning and somatic symptoms, increase happiness, promote self compassion, revise
cognitive
distortions and find healthy balance in interpersonal relationships, work settings, and family systems.
I am known for my unapologetically fierce and compassionate anti-stigma approach and take pride in my east coast empathy, humor, and drive. I have worked in Washington on the front lines in mental health throughout the pandemic. I’m thrilled to incorporate my west coast love of the great outdoors, inclusivity, mindfulness, and culture into my practice for a well-rounded and empowering client experience. I deeply believe in the power of therapy, vulnerability, and validation. I provide safe space where you may speak your truth without fear, expect to be truly heard and seen, and know that you are valued.

Kelsey Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
Verified
My practice focuses on youth & young adults ages 12-25. I am especially passionate about working with BIPOC youth. As a member of the BIPOC community, ensuring a safe, supportive space & practices that are culturally competent is a priority for me. I have several years of experience working with individuals who’ve struggled with acute & complex trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD & ASD, and gender/sexuality exploration. My clinical skills are rooted in trauma-informed practices utilizing evidence-based principles from
CBT
, CPT, PE, Motivational Interviewing & Collaborative Problem Solving.

April M. Montez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
I also incorporate
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy into my practice.
We all have difficult experiences during our lives. These can include loss, grief, change, death of a loved one, illness, and many other situations that disrupt our lives and sense of self. During these challenging times it is important to feel heard and seen. I am here to listen and to help my clients find and nurture their own strengths to manage through and grow from difficult experiences. Change can be sad, scary, and exciting, but it is my goal to help my clients work through all of these feelings.

Nancy E Cohen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
ADULTS: I help adults in individual therapy - using
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I can help you feel happier & less stressed, improve your relationships, and manage your health issues. If your child, teen, or young adult struggles, I can help them thrive at home, school, & work. I offer individual, family, and group parenting therapy. I've provided psychotherapy for 20 years, and trained at the UW (internship), UC Berkeley (PhD & MA), & Harvard (BA). I'm interactive, practical, and will tailor my approach to you. We'll sort issues, identify priorities, make plans, and achieve goals. I'll teach you effective, evidence-based tools that you can use to live with more ease and success.
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Courtney Bohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
Verified
As a social worker, my training is broad and eclectic and includes elements of
cognitive
/behavioral, somatic, mindfulness, attachment, narrative and trauma informed therapies.
At the core of my work as a therapist is the relationship we create between us. My style is empathic, strengths-based and direct. I will assist you in understanding your emotional patterns, help you find your way through life transitions, to strengthen and repair your boundaries and relationships, and learn new ways of coping and thinking about your life story.

Nathan Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Two methods I often find useful are
cognitive
-behavioral and interpersonal psychotherapy.
I work with adults striving to respond with integrity and effectiveness to many life issues--particularly related to work, career, relationship, and mid-life challenges. My clients include adults dealing with depression, anxiety, performance impairment, stress-related conditions, as well as those choosing to "raise their game." Regardless of their reason for seeking therapy, many of my clients bring important resources rooted in their personal journey of faith or search for meaning. If spiritual aspects of your life are important, I invite you to share that in our work together.

Mariana Sánchez Corona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC, MHP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Lovely to find you here, My practice prioritizes a collaborative medium where clients are able to be seen through a strengths-based, antiracist, safe-space providing lens. I will be utilizing various therapy interventions and bio-psycho-social theories as tools; to help guide clients towards their goals. I am a
Cognitive
Behavior Therapy and Dialectal Behavior Therapy informed clinician. Through these evidence based practices and with the commitment of the client, these best can be used to reduce distress in one's life. I have experience working with: Anxiety disorders, Depression, PTSD, Personality disorders, Substance use & more.
Not accepting new clients

Faraha Hasan
Counselor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize mindfulness, relational-cultural theory (RCT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT),
cognitive
behavioral therapy (
CBT
), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
I work with adult clients navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, interpersonal difficulties, ADHD, multicultural concerns, and identity-based stress and trauma. My specialties include working with young adults, adult children of immigrants, and BIPOC folks. My first goal with you is to build a foundation of trust and comfort. I believe a person’s cultural context impacts their presenting concerns and treatment, and I aim to affirm your personal identities and experiences. My therapeutic approach also involves validating the systems and circumstances that prevent us from living fulfilling lives.

Brian Cruess
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Approaches include
CBT
, relaxation techniques, and Play Therapy for children.
We all find ourselves in circumstances at one time or another that call for adjusting to change or making decisions, whether it's charting a path through grief and loss, developmental transitions, job loss, recovering from trauma or the challenges of parenting. Therapy can be helpful in sorting through confusing thoughts and feelings, gaining insight, establishing a course of action amongst different choices, and building confidence through experiencing a deeper understanding of yourself, all in the context of a caring relationship.
Waitlist for new clients

Mel LaBelle III
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My style often incorporates
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (
CBT
), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Are you experiencing difficulty managing emotions? Do you notice increasing problems within areas of your life that used to be more manageable? Especially with today's world events it can be difficult to keep up with each passing day. If you are looking to gain more control over your life and learn new skills to master areas of your world we might be a match to work together.

Courtney Zier
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work from a
Cognitive
-Behavioral and Strengths-Based foundation and focus on the power of resilience.
No matter how together we appear on the outside, life can feel overwhelming and exhausting if we're hurting on the inside. Challenging circumstances can take us to the edge of our ability to cope, and major life transitions such as the illness/loss of a loved one, trauma, beginning a new phase of life, or changes at home and/or work often leave us feeling full of fear and out of control. Therapy helps you adjust to your situation by teaching you new skills and gaining alternative perspectives.
Not accepting new clients

Alex Tarasar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSWAIC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I use a variety of different evidence-based techniques, such as motivational interviewing,
Cognitive
behavioral therapy (
CBT
), and mindfulness.
Just like every client is different, every therapist is different, and it's important to find someone who you like working with. We could be a good fit if it's important to you that you can talk to your therapist about anything and not feel judged. We might be a good match if you are someone who is willing to try new things, as a lot of therapy is thinking about things in a different way. Also we might be a good match if you enjoy humor in your sessions. Therapy shouldn't be all miserable. I aim for 25% miserable, tops.

Dr. Megan Kloep
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I utilize
Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as other evidence based interventions.
Everyone experiences challenges to varying degrees in their lives, and it takes strength and sometimes trying different strategies to manage them effectively. Therapy can offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to work through the difficulties of life. As a Clinical Psychologist I work to help identify the elements contributing to your suffering and then provide tools and strategies to help overcome that suffering. I aim to help you to move forward in your life in the direction of your choosing.
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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.