Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Goleta, CA

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Dr. Ray Sullivan
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93111
I see adults with various relationship issues, quality of life concerns, and those wanting to expand their personal growth and take care of their mental health. I provide Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, with other supportive therapies. Integration Psychology empowers patients and tends to their most pressing needs. Also, as an EMDR-trained Clinician, I provide sessions for PTSD and reprocessing trauma to help patients who feel stuck in their body or thinking or who feel younger than they are and may have frozen or unprocessed memories. I provide psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, and personality testing.
I see adults with various relationship issues, quality of life concerns, and those wanting to expand their personal growth and take care of their mental health. I provide Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, with other supportive therapies. Integration Psychology empowers patients and tends to their most pressing needs. Also, as an EMDR-trained Clinician, I provide sessions for PTSD and reprocessing trauma to help patients who feel stuck in their body or thinking or who feel younger than they are and may have frozen or unprocessed memories. I provide psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, and personality testing.
(805) 514-1075 View (805) 514-1075
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Katherine Hawkes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Goleta, CA 93111
To provide adaptable and individualized therapy, I embrace an integrated approach, drawing upon techniques from Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Narrative therapies.
Are you finding it hard to make changes in your life? Do you struggle with expressing or managing your emotions? Maybe you need support around navigating your relationships? Choosing to start therapy can be intimidating; central to my practice is creating a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing freely. I work with adults, couples, young children, and teens to explore a variety of issues, including but not limited to ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, stress management, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
To provide adaptable and individualized therapy, I embrace an integrated approach, drawing upon techniques from Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Narrative therapies.
Are you finding it hard to make changes in your life? Do you struggle with expressing or managing your emotions? Maybe you need support around navigating your relationships? Choosing to start therapy can be intimidating; central to my practice is creating a safe space where you feel comfortable sharing freely. I work with adults, couples, young children, and teens to explore a variety of issues, including but not limited to ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, stress management, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
(805) 586-9507 View (805) 586-9507
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Brandy Head
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I practice several treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based therapy, brief solution focused therapy, and a few more.
My name is Brandy Head. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with about a decade of experience. Treatment style is adapted to meet your needs, not mine. You will always find me warm, accepting, and open to assist you with any goals that you have. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges related to aging, grief, mood disorders, role changes, stress, medical challenges, and relationship issues. I have enjoyed working with veterans, caregivers, parents, partners, and adult children.
I practice several treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness based therapy, brief solution focused therapy, and a few more.
My name is Brandy Head. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with about a decade of experience. Treatment style is adapted to meet your needs, not mine. You will always find me warm, accepting, and open to assist you with any goals that you have. I enjoy helping clients overcome challenges related to aging, grief, mood disorders, role changes, stress, medical challenges, and relationship issues. I have enjoyed working with veterans, caregivers, parents, partners, and adult children.
(805) 332-4708 View (805) 332-4708
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Maxwell Sleep-Frankel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I primarily have worked with older adults and adults with disabilities, who are navigating the many losses that can be challenging during this time period including retirement, bereavement of family/friends, loss of physical and cognitive functioning, and change of residence to name a few.
My name is Max Sleep-Frankel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); I am also certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Grief Informed Professional (CGP). I have extensive experience working with older adults and adults with disabilities as they navigate the many life transitions that beset them during this time period. My approach to therapy is to serve as a guide to accomplishing your personal goals and living a more enriched life.
I primarily have worked with older adults and adults with disabilities, who are navigating the many losses that can be challenging during this time period including retirement, bereavement of family/friends, loss of physical and cognitive functioning, and change of residence to name a few.
My name is Max Sleep-Frankel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW); I am also certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and a Grief Informed Professional (CGP). I have extensive experience working with older adults and adults with disabilities as they navigate the many life transitions that beset them during this time period. My approach to therapy is to serve as a guide to accomplishing your personal goals and living a more enriched life.
(805) 510-7694 View (805) 510-7694
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Grace Stirling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
Anxiety Experts has offices in Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Anxiety Experts has offices in Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
(805) 500-2737 View (805) 500-2737
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Alice Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I frequently utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, as these modalities tend to assist me and the client in finding common ground and developing shared treatment goals most efficiently.
My name is Alice Kim, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 20 years of experience serving the mental and behavioral health communities and am passionate about helping others. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and individuals of any age who have challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I enjoy connecting with people on a one-to-one basis, working with my clients to navigate through various daily hurdles, and helping to develop a more positive outlook on life as a whole.
I frequently utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, as these modalities tend to assist me and the client in finding common ground and developing shared treatment goals most efficiently.
My name is Alice Kim, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Orange County, California working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have over 20 years of experience serving the mental and behavioral health communities and am passionate about helping others. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and individuals of any age who have challenges dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I enjoy connecting with people on a one-to-one basis, working with my clients to navigate through various daily hurdles, and helping to develop a more positive outlook on life as a whole.
(805) 329-3364 View (805) 329-3364
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Melanie Nichols
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
My life philosophy is to Be Kind, Listen and Try to Help. I've been licensed since 2015 as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have an MA in Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy and a BS in Occupational Therapy. I have certifications in EMDR, EFT, and CBT. I have specialized in trauma, post-traumatic stress, and readjustment for military and civilian populations. I work with issues of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, Traumatic Brain Injury, Childhood Attachment, and Trauma that affects adulthood.
My life philosophy is to Be Kind, Listen and Try to Help. I've been licensed since 2015 as a Marriage and Family Therapist. I have an MA in Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy and a BS in Occupational Therapy. I have certifications in EMDR, EFT, and CBT. I have specialized in trauma, post-traumatic stress, and readjustment for military and civilian populations. I work with issues of Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, Traumatic Brain Injury, Childhood Attachment, and Trauma that affects adulthood.
(805) 380-3386 View (805) 380-3386
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Dr. Jeremy Roark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117  (Online Only)
Dr. Jeremy Roark is a licensed psychologist in California. He received his masters in counseling from Michigan State University and his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Washington State University. In his practice he integrates Adlerian and Cognitive Behavior Therapy with an emphasis on developmental and socio-environmental influences. He has experience working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, substance abuse issues, and various personality disorders. He has worked with a wide range of clients with highly diverse backgrounds and a wide range of issues.
Dr. Jeremy Roark is a licensed psychologist in California. He received his masters in counseling from Michigan State University and his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Washington State University. In his practice he integrates Adlerian and Cognitive Behavior Therapy with an emphasis on developmental and socio-environmental influences. He has experience working with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, substance abuse issues, and various personality disorders. He has worked with a wide range of clients with highly diverse backgrounds and a wide range of issues.
(951) 556-6608 View (951) 556-6608
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Shanna Gonzales
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and set specific measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
My name is Shanna Gonzales and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents specializing in stress, anxiety, trauma, and anger management. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for children, teens, and young adults who may be dealing with trauma, the challenges of life transitions, and social pressures such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. I work to help my clients build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook overall.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to help my clients start feeling better and set specific measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
My name is Shanna Gonzales and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Bakersfield, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents specializing in stress, anxiety, trauma, and anger management. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for children, teens, and young adults who may be dealing with trauma, the challenges of life transitions, and social pressures such as anxiety, depression, grief, and stress. I work to help my clients build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook overall.
(805) 977-6211 View (805) 977-6211
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Candace Redcliff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
When I was age 18, I went into therapy with a wonderful woman. She help me gain direction for my life, helped improve my self-esteem. Gave me hope for the future I became a resilient person. Life continues to be fun despite the heartaches. I want to help others in this way. I use many therapeutic approaches based on the individuals I see. To name a few: Reality therapy, CBT, psychodynamic. I care about their safety, what is important to them. That they will not be judged. That there is hope for their lives to change in the ways, that they choose. That if they try new behaviors, they will feel better. Connect more with others.
When I was age 18, I went into therapy with a wonderful woman. She help me gain direction for my life, helped improve my self-esteem. Gave me hope for the future I became a resilient person. Life continues to be fun despite the heartaches. I want to help others in this way. I use many therapeutic approaches based on the individuals I see. To name a few: Reality therapy, CBT, psychodynamic. I care about their safety, what is important to them. That they will not be judged. That there is hope for their lives to change in the ways, that they choose. That if they try new behaviors, they will feel better. Connect more with others.
(805) 301-7402 View (805) 301-7402
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Amanda Halloway
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Goleta, CA 93111  (Online Only)
I also regularly incorporate evidence based therapies like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hi, I’m Amanda! I provide person-centered, trauma-informed, LGBTQ-affirmative, and feminist therapy to clients of all genders and ages. I have a particular passion for working with youth who are experiencing difficulties related to trauma, mood issues, sexual orientation, gender identity, and life transitions. My experience includes work in school-based therapy as well as residential treatment for unhoused clients with co-occurring substance use and severe mental health disorders. In my current practice, my approach is informed by my background in organizing for anti-racism, disability rights and the LGBTQ community.
I also regularly incorporate evidence based therapies like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hi, I’m Amanda! I provide person-centered, trauma-informed, LGBTQ-affirmative, and feminist therapy to clients of all genders and ages. I have a particular passion for working with youth who are experiencing difficulties related to trauma, mood issues, sexual orientation, gender identity, and life transitions. My experience includes work in school-based therapy as well as residential treatment for unhoused clients with co-occurring substance use and severe mental health disorders. In my current practice, my approach is informed by my background in organizing for anti-racism, disability rights and the LGBTQ community.
(805) 243-0851 View (805) 243-0851
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Michael Metz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
Anxiety Experts has offices in Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
Anxiety Experts has offices in Goleta, Montecito and Ventura, as well as virtual outpatient and Virtual Intensive Outpatient (VIOP) Treatment. Our team is specialized in treating anxiety, panic, social phobia, school refusal, OCD, PTSD, BDD, and disordered eating. These problems rob one's sense of freedom, confidence and self-worth. We treat these issues with a type of CBT called Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and Medical Nutrition Therapy from a Registered Dietician as appropriate. We have helped hundreds of adults and kids master their fears; research shows in-person and live video to be equally effective!
(805) 706-8399 View (805) 706-8399
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Cesar Brijandez Brijandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
I have a passion for helping people from all "walks of life." If you are facing challenges in your day-to-day life, I am here to help. I have helped individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, anger management, and marital issues. I work with children from 6 yrs and older, teenagers, and adults, both males, and females. I like to present psychotherapy in the simplest form. My top modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Trauma-Focused CBT for children and teens. Growing up in a city along the US-Mexico border I have the privilege of being bilingual and bicultural.
(805) 800-8607 View (805) 800-8607
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Wendy Nishikawa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I use an integrated psychodynamic, client-centered approach with CBT techniques to help clients achieve life goals, ease anxiety and addiction and deal with loss.
Hi there, I'm Wendy! I'm a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience providing high-quality clinical services and crisis intervention. I have worked in diverse settings ranging from residential mental health settings, higher education work/life programs, private practice, and county behavioral wellness programs.
I use an integrated psychodynamic, client-centered approach with CBT techniques to help clients achieve life goals, ease anxiety and addiction and deal with loss.
Hi there, I'm Wendy! I'm a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience providing high-quality clinical services and crisis intervention. I have worked in diverse settings ranging from residential mental health settings, higher education work/life programs, private practice, and county behavioral wellness programs.
(916) 471-2728 View (916) 471-2728
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Elizabeth Jacobo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
My name is E. Penny Jacobo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I believe many of our problems in life can be managed by changing our own thoughts and perspectives. We are usually more capable and powerful than we give ourselves credit for and I aim to help others find and use their own inner strength to solve their problems. I work with clients to identify cognitive distortions and change them. I also believe that taking the time to pause and be present at the moment is crucial to creating insight into our lives and our problems.
My name is E. Penny Jacobo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I believe many of our problems in life can be managed by changing our own thoughts and perspectives. We are usually more capable and powerful than we give ourselves credit for and I aim to help others find and use their own inner strength to solve their problems. I work with clients to identify cognitive distortions and change them. I also believe that taking the time to pause and be present at the moment is crucial to creating insight into our lives and our problems.
(805) 243-2193 View (805) 243-2193
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Christina Flynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
Peace. Healing. Compassion. Positivity. In order to overcome obstacles caused by symptoms of adverse mental health, I emphasize collaboration, relationship building, and coping skills development to help my clients both identify and learn to maximize their individualized strengths. I am a trauma-informed therapist that uses a strength-based client-centered approach to meet all of my client's individualized needs and that has experience using CBT, DBT, brief solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and more to treat trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance use.
Peace. Healing. Compassion. Positivity. In order to overcome obstacles caused by symptoms of adverse mental health, I emphasize collaboration, relationship building, and coping skills development to help my clients both identify and learn to maximize their individualized strengths. I am a trauma-informed therapist that uses a strength-based client-centered approach to meet all of my client's individualized needs and that has experience using CBT, DBT, brief solution-focused, motivational interviewing, and more to treat trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and substance use.
(951) 441-3082 View (951) 441-3082
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Sarah Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117  (Online Only)
The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work include: CBT, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, Family Systems Therapy.
Welcome! I'm Sarah Taylor, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Central California. I bring a wealth of experience working with children, teens, foster kids, and adults facing various mental health challenges. With a strong background in outpatient services, inpatient services, and a history as a foster family agency social worker. I am passionate about supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. My therapeutic approach is grounded in creating a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts and emotions.
The most common theoretical approaches I use in my work include: CBT, Trauma-Focused, Person-Centered, Mindfulness-Based, Family Systems Therapy.
Welcome! I'm Sarah Taylor, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Central California. I bring a wealth of experience working with children, teens, foster kids, and adults facing various mental health challenges. With a strong background in outpatient services, inpatient services, and a history as a foster family agency social worker. I am passionate about supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. My therapeutic approach is grounded in creating a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe exploring their thoughts and emotions.
(909) 512-6225 View (909) 512-6225
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Charmaine Curtis Jacobs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, 123172
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93199
Changing old habits and building emotional resilience makes sense at any age. I base my theoretical approach on the widely researched neuropsychological findings of Attachment Theory. Underlying successful treatment is the richness of the therapeutic relationship. I use evidence based methods including CBT, Mindfulness and brief psychotherapy.
Changing old habits and building emotional resilience makes sense at any age. I base my theoretical approach on the widely researched neuropsychological findings of Attachment Theory. Underlying successful treatment is the richness of the therapeutic relationship. I use evidence based methods including CBT, Mindfulness and brief psychotherapy.
(805) 232-7676 View (805) 232-7676
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Karen Theresa Cummings-Lilly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I use various therapeutic methods, such as psychodynamic, person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, brainspotting and take into account how surroundings impact mental health.
I am Karen Cummings-Lilly, a licensed clinical social worker and have both a master’s and a doctoral degree in the field of clinical social work. My approach to therapy is one of creating a safe and healing space, where I use an integrative approach blending different therapeutic approaches tailored to your address your unique mental health needs and life challenges. I work with adults who are 18 years or older and who struggle with various mental health challenges. Some of the common issues that my clients face are bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, ADHD, codependency and trauma.
I use various therapeutic methods, such as psychodynamic, person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, EMDR, brainspotting and take into account how surroundings impact mental health.
I am Karen Cummings-Lilly, a licensed clinical social worker and have both a master’s and a doctoral degree in the field of clinical social work. My approach to therapy is one of creating a safe and healing space, where I use an integrative approach blending different therapeutic approaches tailored to your address your unique mental health needs and life challenges. I work with adults who are 18 years or older and who struggle with various mental health challenges. Some of the common issues that my clients face are bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, ADHD, codependency and trauma.
(661) 690-7853 View (661) 690-7853
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Megan Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Goleta, CA 93117
I use an eclectic approach which is includes CBT, EFT, the Gottman Method and a true humanistic approach.
My name is Megan Allen, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years. My focus areas of practice are with adults, specializing in relationship issues. These can include romantic, friendship, familial or work arenas. Some areas of expertise include domestic violence, anger management and marital issues/struggles. I treat adults focusing on bettering their relationships through exploration of struggles, concerns, areas where they feel "stuck" and discuss interventions and skills to achieve harmony within their relationships.
I use an eclectic approach which is includes CBT, EFT, the Gottman Method and a true humanistic approach.
My name is Megan Allen, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been a practicing therapist for over 25 years. My focus areas of practice are with adults, specializing in relationship issues. These can include romantic, friendship, familial or work arenas. Some areas of expertise include domestic violence, anger management and marital issues/struggles. I treat adults focusing on bettering their relationships through exploration of struggles, concerns, areas where they feel "stuck" and discuss interventions and skills to achieve harmony within their relationships.
(341) 758-5183 View (341) 758-5183
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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.