Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Alhambra, CA

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Jazmin Alarcon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alhambra, CA 91801
I offer approaches such as ACT, CBT, and DBT, which are talk therapies that teach coping skills for everyday life.
Navigating life in our image-obsessed society can be stressful. Many young adults struggle with over thinking, body image, relationships, and letting go of control. Trying to manage these unwanted feelings can be overwhelming and leave you feeling burnt out. But you’re not alone. In therapy, we'll work together to understand and manage your emotions, reducing their negative impact on your life. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, I offer a tailored approach to meet each client's unique needs in a safe and supportive environment.
I offer approaches such as ACT, CBT, and DBT, which are talk therapies that teach coping skills for everyday life.
Navigating life in our image-obsessed society can be stressful. Many young adults struggle with over thinking, body image, relationships, and letting go of control. Trying to manage these unwanted feelings can be overwhelming and leave you feeling burnt out. But you’re not alone. In therapy, we'll work together to understand and manage your emotions, reducing their negative impact on your life. Drawing from both personal and professional experience, I offer a tailored approach to meet each client's unique needs in a safe and supportive environment.
(747) 232-5210 View (747) 232-5210
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Theresa C Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, CADC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801  (Online Only)
My versatile skill set includes mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and person-centered strategies, effectively addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and body image.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 14 years of dedicated service in the mental health and substance use fields. My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are. My philosophy centers on the belief that everyone is inherently whole, and through somatic and holistic practices, I facilitate a journey towards self-awareness, equipping clients with tools to regain control and self-trust.
My versatile skill set includes mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), CBT, and person-centered strategies, effectively addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, and body image.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 14 years of dedicated service in the mental health and substance use fields. My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are. My philosophy centers on the belief that everyone is inherently whole, and through somatic and holistic practices, I facilitate a journey towards self-awareness, equipping clients with tools to regain control and self-trust.
(323) 310-4714 View (323) 310-4714
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Britney C. Spell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alhambra, CA 91801  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a variety of experiences working with individuals throughout their lifespan. I work collaboratively with clients to assist them in moving towards healing and integration, acknowledging and validating the struggles along the way while also reorienting clients towards their strengths. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression using evidence based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a variety of experiences working with individuals throughout their lifespan. I work collaboratively with clients to assist them in moving towards healing and integration, acknowledging and validating the struggles along the way while also reorienting clients towards their strengths. I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, and depression using evidence based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
(626) 790-2128 View (626) 790-2128
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Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91803
We utilize EMDR, CBT/Trauma-focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Hello! I am Jonathan Meza, LPCC, the owner and clinical director for Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling a group practice in Alhambra, CA. Our areas of experience and specialty include working with depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior, phase of life adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, for teens and adults. Clients seeking to learn new coping and relaxation skills, insight building, task management, mindfulness, how to process trauma, and to improve interpersonal and communication skills would be best suited for the treatment we provide.
We utilize EMDR, CBT/Trauma-focused CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Hello! I am Jonathan Meza, LPCC, the owner and clinical director for Axolot Center Mental Health Counseling a group practice in Alhambra, CA. Our areas of experience and specialty include working with depression, anxiety, disruptive behavior, phase of life adjustment, trauma, grief and loss, for teens and adults. Clients seeking to learn new coping and relaxation skills, insight building, task management, mindfulness, how to process trauma, and to improve interpersonal and communication skills would be best suited for the treatment we provide.
(323) 612-1583 View (323) 612-1583
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Elizabeth Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
HI there; My name is Elizabeth Clark, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Redlands, California and working with clients via telehealth throughout the state of California. I work with individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, life changes and stressors as well as coaching and goal setting. I am so happy you are here and taking the first step towards change in your life. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths Based, Coaching and Solution Focused to help my clients make programs, reach their goals and overall feel better about themselves and their situations.
HI there; My name is Elizabeth Clark, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Redlands, California and working with clients via telehealth throughout the state of California. I work with individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, life changes and stressors as well as coaching and goal setting. I am so happy you are here and taking the first step towards change in your life. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strengths Based, Coaching and Solution Focused to help my clients make programs, reach their goals and overall feel better about themselves and their situations.
(626) 681-4567 View (626) 681-4567
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Renee Hong
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91802  (Online Only)
I provide multicultural therapy using an integrated approach that draws from psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, and mindfulness.
Healing is a deeply personal journey, and integral to this process is having a nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe and heard. Therapy can be that safe place to explore aspects of your identity you may never have addressed, reconnect with wounded parts of yourself, and foster a greater sense of acceptance to help you to handle the many stresses of life. Whether your concerns involve childhood trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, I will meet you where you currently are with empathy and patience.
I provide multicultural therapy using an integrated approach that draws from psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, and mindfulness.
Healing is a deeply personal journey, and integral to this process is having a nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe and heard. Therapy can be that safe place to explore aspects of your identity you may never have addressed, reconnect with wounded parts of yourself, and foster a greater sense of acceptance to help you to handle the many stresses of life. Whether your concerns involve childhood trauma, life transitions, or relationship issues, I will meet you where you currently are with empathy and patience.
(323) 796-2268 View (323) 796-2268
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Jonah Givelber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
I frequently use cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients and their families.
My name is Jonah Givelber. I am a licensed social worker with many years of experience working with children and their families. Using kindness, support, and humor I try to guide my clients toward a resolution of their problems. I have worked with many children experiencing trouble following directions at school and at home. I have worked with many clients impacted by ADHD and anger-management issues. Many of the children I’ve worked with struggled with low self-esteem and feelings of hopelessness.
I frequently use cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients and their families.
My name is Jonah Givelber. I am a licensed social worker with many years of experience working with children and their families. Using kindness, support, and humor I try to guide my clients toward a resolution of their problems. I have worked with many children experiencing trouble following directions at school and at home. I have worked with many clients impacted by ADHD and anger-management issues. Many of the children I’ve worked with struggled with low self-esteem and feelings of hopelessness.
(626) 684-4765 View (626) 684-4765
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Signe Schiavo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
I conceptualize most problems and obstacles from a cognitive behavioral approach.
You are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and be the best version of yourself. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to resolve hindrances that challenge in your life may have caused. I enjoy working with teenagers, young and mid-age adults, alike, males and females. I have many years of experience working with adults dealing with depressive and/or anxious symptoms, stress, relationship problems, and phase of life transitions.
I conceptualize most problems and obstacles from a cognitive behavioral approach.
You are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and be the best version of yourself. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to resolve hindrances that challenge in your life may have caused. I enjoy working with teenagers, young and mid-age adults, alike, males and females. I have many years of experience working with adults dealing with depressive and/or anxious symptoms, stress, relationship problems, and phase of life transitions.
(626) 784-6943 View (626) 784-6943
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Jean Qianru Zhao
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alhambra, CA 91801
My approach aims to help you understand the roots of your pain, become aware of unhelpful cognitive, behavioral & relational patterns, and manage them more effectively.
Life presents us with many difficulties. When things are unsatisfying or overwhelming, our mind naturally responds with emotional distress that might manifest as anxiety, anger, sadness, helplessness or shame. We often find it hard to navigate these feelings because dealing with the sources can be very intense and complicated, especially when we lack support. I'm here to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore and express yourself freely. Together, we can navigate your difficult experiences, process any unresolved issues, and work toward a better relationship with yourself.
My approach aims to help you understand the roots of your pain, become aware of unhelpful cognitive, behavioral & relational patterns, and manage them more effectively.
Life presents us with many difficulties. When things are unsatisfying or overwhelming, our mind naturally responds with emotional distress that might manifest as anxiety, anger, sadness, helplessness or shame. We often find it hard to navigate these feelings because dealing with the sources can be very intense and complicated, especially when we lack support. I'm here to provide a safe and supportive space where you can explore and express yourself freely. Together, we can navigate your difficult experiences, process any unresolved issues, and work toward a better relationship with yourself.
(323) 801-6868 View (323) 801-6868
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Nancy Rettig
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Nancy Jo Rettig LMFT 32326. In my 30+ years of counseling, I find the best approach to be candid yet caring. Together we will find insight, support, and commitment to change, to get you where you want to be. The best therapeutic practices result in behavioral and psychological changes that relate to real-life situations. Therefore, I lean heavily on Cognitive Behavioral, Coaching, Mediation, and Goal-Oriented strategies.
Nancy Jo Rettig LMFT 32326. In my 30+ years of counseling, I find the best approach to be candid yet caring. Together we will find insight, support, and commitment to change, to get you where you want to be. The best therapeutic practices result in behavioral and psychological changes that relate to real-life situations. Therefore, I lean heavily on Cognitive Behavioral, Coaching, Mediation, and Goal-Oriented strategies.
(626) 602-1257 View (626) 602-1257
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Anna Sawicka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Anna uses a psychodynamic approach, attachment, humanistic orientations, mindfulness, Gestalt as well as DBT, CBT and ACT interventions aimed at enhancing self-efficacy.
Anna's door is open to clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationships expansive communities. Anna's passion is to help others during their healing and growing journey. Anna understands therapy as a collaborative process that allows trust and authenticity to foster insight and growth, exploring how the past impacts the present. She believes that each person is unique, and thus requires individualized care to support them. Anna aims to remind clients of their own resourcefulness as they work to create and enhance a life worth living.
Anna uses a psychodynamic approach, attachment, humanistic orientations, mindfulness, Gestalt as well as DBT, CBT and ACT interventions aimed at enhancing self-efficacy.
Anna's door is open to clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and relationships expansive communities. Anna's passion is to help others during their healing and growing journey. Anna understands therapy as a collaborative process that allows trust and authenticity to foster insight and growth, exploring how the past impacts the present. She believes that each person is unique, and thus requires individualized care to support them. Anna aims to remind clients of their own resourcefulness as they work to create and enhance a life worth living.
(626) 316-6085 View (626) 316-6085
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Anh Ly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alhambra, CA 91803
My specialty is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, a modality that brings awareness and challenges our inner negative thoughts through reframing and offering a different world view to assist with change.
We naturally go through life transitions, difficult experiences, and relational issues. Those struggles we experience expand into issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence. The goal is to be able to get through these transitions, improve our relationships, and develop a more positive view of ourselves. I provide services to help you seek a deeper understanding of who you are through exploration, while learning skills to manage difficult transitions as they arise in life. Let's work on your goals together, while building skills and awareness to allow yourself to continue living a happy and most fulfilling life.
My specialty is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, a modality that brings awareness and challenges our inner negative thoughts through reframing and offering a different world view to assist with change.
We naturally go through life transitions, difficult experiences, and relational issues. Those struggles we experience expand into issues of self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and self-confidence. The goal is to be able to get through these transitions, improve our relationships, and develop a more positive view of ourselves. I provide services to help you seek a deeper understanding of who you are through exploration, while learning skills to manage difficult transitions as they arise in life. Let's work on your goals together, while building skills and awareness to allow yourself to continue living a happy and most fulfilling life.
(626) 298-8484 View (626) 298-8484
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LeQuyen Riggio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Life can bring unforeseen experiences and challenges that we may not always be able to handle, either physically or emotionally. You do not have to tackle these challenges alone. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and systems-oriented therapy. As a clinician, I focused on enriching my skills by developing an outcome-driven practices to assist my clients with their desired goals.
Life can bring unforeseen experiences and challenges that we may not always be able to handle, either physically or emotionally. You do not have to tackle these challenges alone. My therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and systems-oriented therapy. As a clinician, I focused on enriching my skills by developing an outcome-driven practices to assist my clients with their desired goals.
(626) 873-8311 View (626) 873-8311
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Marcela Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker trained in trauma, CBT, EMDR, and certified in anger management. I have vast experience working with school agreed children, preteens, and adults from an outpatient setting to a psychiatric hospital setting with varying diagnoses especially depression and anxiety. I believe that clients have resilience and strengths and he or she is their own best expert but due to various situations and factors one has difficulty highlighting or seeing them. I just want to be a tool to help you see reach your utmost potential and breakdown barriers.
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker trained in trauma, CBT, EMDR, and certified in anger management. I have vast experience working with school agreed children, preteens, and adults from an outpatient setting to a psychiatric hospital setting with varying diagnoses especially depression and anxiety. I believe that clients have resilience and strengths and he or she is their own best expert but due to various situations and factors one has difficulty highlighting or seeing them. I just want to be a tool to help you see reach your utmost potential and breakdown barriers.
(323) 205-7088 View (323) 205-7088
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Matthew Schauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91803
I utilize a variety of orientations including IFS, Gottman method, EFT, CBT, DBT, MI, Gestalt, family systems, and the trauma resiliency model.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist on your journey of healing. My name is Dr. Matthew Schauer, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I obtained a doctorate in psychology (Psy.D.) from Alliant International University. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and relationship distress, among other challenges. I hope to support your healing and increase your quality of life.
I utilize a variety of orientations including IFS, Gottman method, EFT, CBT, DBT, MI, Gestalt, family systems, and the trauma resiliency model.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist on your journey of healing. My name is Dr. Matthew Schauer, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I obtained a doctorate in psychology (Psy.D.) from Alliant International University. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and relationship distress, among other challenges. I hope to support your healing and increase your quality of life.
(760) 314-4321 View (760) 314-4321
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Rhonda Hunt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, self-inquiry, and solution-focused therapy.
I am a licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, creative blocks, and low self-esteem. I have also helped many people who experienced physical and emotional trauma. I hold my EMDR certification and use this process with about one-fourth of my clients.
My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, mindfulness, self-inquiry, and solution-focused therapy.
I am a licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California with over 20 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, creative blocks, and low self-esteem. I have also helped many people who experienced physical and emotional trauma. I hold my EMDR certification and use this process with about one-fourth of my clients.
(650) 977-4048 View (650) 977-4048
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Rodolfo Jesus Mercado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Hi, my name is Rudy Mercado, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Southern California. I just started my telehealth journey to see clients throughout the state of California. I work well with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using a variety of therapy models such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Hi, my name is Rudy Mercado, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Southern California. I just started my telehealth journey to see clients throughout the state of California. I work well with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using a variety of therapy models such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
(661) 402-8506 View (661) 402-8506
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Jesse Ngu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91803
My name is Jesse, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I know life sometimes gets difficult as everyone has different roles and responsibilities. Therefore, my role as a therapist I would like to help you to foster your understanding of your struggles and empower you to overcome your challenges. I provide therapy through the lens of cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe thoughts and emotions are interrelated. If we can change our thought processes, then our emotions can be different. I have years of experience working with people with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, etc.
My name is Jesse, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I know life sometimes gets difficult as everyone has different roles and responsibilities. Therefore, my role as a therapist I would like to help you to foster your understanding of your struggles and empower you to overcome your challenges. I provide therapy through the lens of cognitive behavioral therapy. I believe thoughts and emotions are interrelated. If we can change our thought processes, then our emotions can be different. I have years of experience working with people with mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, etc.
(747) 271-4091 View (747) 271-4091
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Selina Barnett
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
Hello, I’m Dr. Selina Barnett, licensed psychologist. My approach to therapy is client-focused Christian therapy specializing in anxiety and depression. I work with clients between the ages of 16 - 99. Utilizing ERT, CBT/trauma informed, SFT, motivational interviewing, and symptom management. People often talked to me like they knew me for years. I began to wonder if there was a way, I could make a career of helping others. Opportunities in psychology soon presented themselves and the rest is history.
Hello, I’m Dr. Selina Barnett, licensed psychologist. My approach to therapy is client-focused Christian therapy specializing in anxiety and depression. I work with clients between the ages of 16 - 99. Utilizing ERT, CBT/trauma informed, SFT, motivational interviewing, and symptom management. People often talked to me like they knew me for years. I began to wonder if there was a way, I could make a career of helping others. Opportunities in psychology soon presented themselves and the rest is history.
(559) 337-6829 View (559) 337-6829
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Kia Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Alhambra, CA 91801
I have experience in providing therapy utilizing Person-Centered and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches to support patients and assist them with developing more control over their mental and emotional environments.
My name is Kitasha (Kia) Martin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA-LCS 22861. I utilize supportive techniques to meet clients where they are and walk with them on the journey to healing. I support clients in addressing challenges with anger, depression, life transitions, adjustment to stressors, and conflicts within family of origin. My target population is aged 18+. I have expertise in working with clients identifying as LGBTQ.
I have experience in providing therapy utilizing Person-Centered and Cognitive-Behavioral approaches to support patients and assist them with developing more control over their mental and emotional environments.
My name is Kitasha (Kia) Martin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA-LCS 22861. I utilize supportive techniques to meet clients where they are and walk with them on the journey to healing. I support clients in addressing challenges with anger, depression, life transitions, adjustment to stressors, and conflicts within family of origin. My target population is aged 18+. I have expertise in working with clients identifying as LGBTQ.
(949) 227-2630 View (949) 227-2630
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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.