Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in 80926
Sydney Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80926 (Online Only)
Sydney employs a variety of strategies in her work including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Sydney Gomez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life stress or adjustment-related concerns. Sydney has experience with clients across the lifespan but especially enjoys working with older adolescents, adults, and couples. Originally from Michigan, Sydney loves to spend time with her family and enjoy the outdoors. She chooses to fill her time with things that in turn fill her up so that she can bring her all to a client’s session.
Sydney employs a variety of strategies in her work including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Sydney Gomez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and life stress or adjustment-related concerns. Sydney has experience with clients across the lifespan but especially enjoys working with older adolescents, adults, and couples. Originally from Michigan, Sydney loves to spend time with her family and enjoy the outdoors. She chooses to fill her time with things that in turn fill her up so that she can bring her all to a client’s session.
Paul Courtland Soper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80926 (Online Only)
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
Erin Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80926 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hey, I’m Erin! I’ve been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016. My main focus has been on helping people address anxiety, depression, and past trauma. I believe in unconditional positive regard and asking insight-driven questions. This creates a safe atmosphere for you to explore your inner dialogue, worldview, and past experiences. Though I have formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I’ll adjust my approach based on what works best for you!
Hey, I’m Erin! I’ve been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2016. My main focus has been on helping people address anxiety, depression, and past trauma. I believe in unconditional positive regard and asking insight-driven questions. This creates a safe atmosphere for you to explore your inner dialogue, worldview, and past experiences. Though I have formal training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), I’ll adjust my approach based on what works best for you!
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.