Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Santa Fe Springs, CA
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Merry Walensa
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Hello, I am Merry. Telework counseling has given me a new perspective on working with my clients in a new and productive way, offering each one a place to feel safe, be listened to, and be understood. I have been practicing for over 16 years and enjoy the challenges presented to me with enthusiasm and dedication. My clients appear to enjoy our sessions and make progress they can see and feel as soon as possible. There is joy in doing this work for both the client and me.
Hello, I am Merry. Telework counseling has given me a new perspective on working with my clients in a new and productive way, offering each one a place to feel safe, be listened to, and be understood. I have been practicing for over 16 years and enjoy the challenges presented to me with enthusiasm and dedication. My clients appear to enjoy our sessions and make progress they can see and feel as soon as possible. There is joy in doing this work for both the client and me.
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Teddi Michele Plummer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
I work with adults; I specialize in anxiety, stress, PTSD, trauma, schizophrenia-auditory/visual hallucinations, bipolar, OCD, depression, panic attacks, BPD, self-harm (cutting), dual diagnosis, co-occurring disorders including alcohol/substance abuse/behavioral addictions, and multiple layers of issues (I am a certified SMART Recovery Facilitator). As a therapist, I value my client’s faith and/or spirituality and acknowledge how a person’s faith can significantly cultivate a positive outcome.
I work with adults; I specialize in anxiety, stress, PTSD, trauma, schizophrenia-auditory/visual hallucinations, bipolar, OCD, depression, panic attacks, BPD, self-harm (cutting), dual diagnosis, co-occurring disorders including alcohol/substance abuse/behavioral addictions, and multiple layers of issues (I am a certified SMART Recovery Facilitator). As a therapist, I value my client’s faith and/or spirituality and acknowledge how a person’s faith can significantly cultivate a positive outcome.
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Chad Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Chad Nelson, LMFT I am trained in providing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, and play therapy. I have experience providing school-based therapy, working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I focus on solution-focused and meet clients where they are at by setting realistic goals.
Chad Nelson, LMFT I am trained in providing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, and play therapy. I have experience providing school-based therapy, working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I focus on solution-focused and meet clients where they are at by setting realistic goals.
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Daisy Arriaza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
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My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
My name is Marina Alexander, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I was born in Ukraine and speak Russian fluently. I work with adults and couples and specialize in anxiety and stress management, alleviating trauma and PTSD, managing life transitions, issues related to aging, and of course - challenges in interpersonal relationships. I am also a Transformational Life coach, trained and certified by the Brave Thinking Institute.
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Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
Hello, my name is Redd Davis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide client-focused psychotherapy treatment to empower and enrich individuals despite challenges. I specialize in working with older adults and individuals experiencing difficulty coping with grief. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to achieve goals using intuitive, insightful, and reality-based interventions. I believe individuals can be aware of their own needs and support empowering clients to lead treatment based upon what is meaningful to them.
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Is your anxiety keeping you trapped in an endless cycle of fear and worry? Do you feel disconnected, depressed, or numb? Do you notice that you have a "short fuse"? Do you seem to be making choices that are negatively impacting your life? If you're looking for effective treatment with a therapist who gets it, then I might be the right provider for you. I use evidence-based treatments and techniques backed by science to help my clients regain control of their lives, re-align with their values, and improve their quality of life.
Is your anxiety keeping you trapped in an endless cycle of fear and worry? Do you feel disconnected, depressed, or numb? Do you notice that you have a "short fuse"? Do you seem to be making choices that are negatively impacting your life? If you're looking for effective treatment with a therapist who gets it, then I might be the right provider for you. I use evidence-based treatments and techniques backed by science to help my clients regain control of their lives, re-align with their values, and improve their quality of life.
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This practice serves patients who were sexually and physically abused as children and suffering with overwhelming stress and the inability to get unstuck in their current life functioning. I also, serve the civil and criminal justice patients who have court ordered counseling and correctional aftercare. Further I provide civil and criminal assessments for immigration and other Homeland Security patients who have denied petitions and applications due to past criminal histories. I am certified by the California Sex offender Management Board as Independent Practitioner and a CADTP as a Substance Abuse Disorder Practitioner.
This practice serves patients who were sexually and physically abused as children and suffering with overwhelming stress and the inability to get unstuck in their current life functioning. I also, serve the civil and criminal justice patients who have court ordered counseling and correctional aftercare. Further I provide civil and criminal assessments for immigration and other Homeland Security patients who have denied petitions and applications due to past criminal histories. I am certified by the California Sex offender Management Board as Independent Practitioner and a CADTP as a Substance Abuse Disorder Practitioner.
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Hi there, I'm Jose! My name is Jose Quiroz, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the San Bernardino/Riverside County metro area of southern California. I work in a mental health forensic hospital providing therapy to clients struggling with depression, anxiety, and chemical dependence. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist my clients in making progress so that they may feel better.
Hi there, I'm Jose! My name is Jose Quiroz, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the San Bernardino/Riverside County metro area of southern California. I work in a mental health forensic hospital providing therapy to clients struggling with depression, anxiety, and chemical dependence. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to assist my clients in making progress so that they may feel better.
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Wendy Sura
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , AMFT
Verified Verified
Carson, CA 90745 (Online Only)
I’m so glad you decided to take this step towards your well-being and happiness! I’m here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you cope with challenges, discover new insights, and achieve your goals. In our sessions, we will work together to create a safe and trusting space where you can express yourself freely and explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I will listen to you with empathy and respect and offer you feedback/ guidance based on evidence-based practices and my clinical training. You are in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to support you on your journey.
I’m so glad you decided to take this step towards your well-being and happiness! I’m here to support you on your journey of healing and growth. Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you cope with challenges, discover new insights, and achieve your goals. In our sessions, we will work together to create a safe and trusting space where you can express yourself freely and explore your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. I will listen to you with empathy and respect and offer you feedback/ guidance based on evidence-based practices and my clinical training. You are in the driver’s seat, and I’m here to support you on your journey.
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Jael Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90022 (Online Only)
Do you often feel like you don't belong, maybe relationships are difficult to navigate, or feel that others do not understand you? Sometimes these issues can make us feel anxious or depressed but these struggles can sometimes only be the surface of our problems. Is not unusual, oftentimes, for trauma, OCD, ADHD, or Autism to be the root of problems. Helping you gain better understanding of how to manage mental health struggles in these areas, learn tools that will help you feel better, and maintain a balanced life are few of the goals I focus in treatment.
Do you often feel like you don't belong, maybe relationships are difficult to navigate, or feel that others do not understand you? Sometimes these issues can make us feel anxious or depressed but these struggles can sometimes only be the surface of our problems. Is not unusual, oftentimes, for trauma, OCD, ADHD, or Autism to be the root of problems. Helping you gain better understanding of how to manage mental health struggles in these areas, learn tools that will help you feel better, and maintain a balanced life are few of the goals I focus in treatment.
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My name is Alan Schweizer and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA and PA. The focus of my practice is to help clients to identify and overcome the barriers in their personal lives and relationships needed to experience more happiness. In helping you I use evidence-based practices such as Integrative and Systemic Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Existential, Emotion Focused, Mindfulness, and Mind-Body practices that are action-oriented and according to your specific needs.
My name is Alan Schweizer and I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA and PA. The focus of my practice is to help clients to identify and overcome the barriers in their personal lives and relationships needed to experience more happiness. In helping you I use evidence-based practices such as Integrative and Systemic Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Existential, Emotion Focused, Mindfulness, and Mind-Body practices that are action-oriented and according to your specific needs.
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What season of your personal and/or love life are you in? Are you in spring- full of hope and anticipation, summer- relaxed and enjoying life, fall- grappling with uncertainty, or winter- discouraged and disconnected? Unresolved or unaddressed grief and conflict can rob us of the ability to live life fully. Have you experienced disconnection in your relationship, breakup, divorce, loss of a loved one, health decline/medical issues, aging; or change associated with a move, new job, or COVID that is causing stress, anxiety, or depression? I can help you find inner peace while weathering the storm.
What season of your personal and/or love life are you in? Are you in spring- full of hope and anticipation, summer- relaxed and enjoying life, fall- grappling with uncertainty, or winter- discouraged and disconnected? Unresolved or unaddressed grief and conflict can rob us of the ability to live life fully. Have you experienced disconnection in your relationship, breakup, divorce, loss of a loved one, health decline/medical issues, aging; or change associated with a move, new job, or COVID that is causing stress, anxiety, or depression? I can help you find inner peace while weathering the storm.
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My name is Jane Vanderwerf, and I am an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who specializes in anxiety, stress, and developmental trauma. I am a supportive, authentic, and direct therapist who prioritizes my clients' emotional safety and sense of connectedness. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. In practice, this means that we identify the underlying causes for symptoms and then use that insight to change the way you think and behave to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. I also use Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety, Narrative Therapy, and some trauma-informed modalities.
My name is Jane Vanderwerf, and I am an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) who specializes in anxiety, stress, and developmental trauma. I am a supportive, authentic, and direct therapist who prioritizes my clients' emotional safety and sense of connectedness. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. In practice, this means that we identify the underlying causes for symptoms and then use that insight to change the way you think and behave to reduce symptoms and improve functioning. I also use Exposure and Response Prevention for anxiety, Narrative Therapy, and some trauma-informed modalities.
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Trisha Stewart, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, (LMFT), works with individuals, families, couples, young adults, and teens 16+ and adoption issues. She understands how debilitating anxiety and depression can be and collaborates with you to identify your needs and develop a plan for a return to health and well-being. Trisha has 30 years of experience working in community mental health and 12 years as a licensed professional. She works well with individuals experiencing, depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, parenting, and attachment.
Trisha Stewart, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, (LMFT), works with individuals, families, couples, young adults, and teens 16+ and adoption issues. She understands how debilitating anxiety and depression can be and collaborates with you to identify your needs and develop a plan for a return to health and well-being. Trisha has 30 years of experience working in community mental health and 12 years as a licensed professional. She works well with individuals experiencing, depression, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, parenting, and attachment.
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Hi, my name is Patricia Guerrero, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in private practice with Individuals, families and children since 2008. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues and brain injury. My focus is meeting clients where they are and introducing new ideas and treatment to reach their desired outcomes. I have worked with all ages in my career and have a background in working with disabled, incarcerated, chronically ill, and TBI clients. This would include, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Hi, my name is Patricia Guerrero, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working in private practice with Individuals, families and children since 2008. I specialize in depression, anxiety, relationship issues and brain injury. My focus is meeting clients where they are and introducing new ideas and treatment to reach their desired outcomes. I have worked with all ages in my career and have a background in working with disabled, incarcerated, chronically ill, and TBI clients. This would include, but not limited to depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
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My name is Mary Sowah-Quaye, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide psychotherapy and counseling for adults 18 and older. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, bipolar, stress, family problems, and relationships issues. My approach combines person centered, cognitive behavioral therapies and motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
My name is Mary Sowah-Quaye, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I provide psychotherapy and counseling for adults 18 and older. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, bipolar, stress, family problems, and relationships issues. My approach combines person centered, cognitive behavioral therapies and motivational interviewing and mindfulness.
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Evelyn Vedar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT126538). I have been working in the mental health field for eight years in various settings. Throughout the years, I have gained a better understanding of human behaviors from clients, advocates, colleagues, and supervisors with whom I worked with. My current clinical practice is mainly focused on helping survivors of domestic violence. I typically work with adult clients who are dealing with anxiety, anger issues, family conflicts, trauma, and depression.
Evelyn Vedar, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT126538). I have been working in the mental health field for eight years in various settings. Throughout the years, I have gained a better understanding of human behaviors from clients, advocates, colleagues, and supervisors with whom I worked with. My current clinical practice is mainly focused on helping survivors of domestic violence. I typically work with adult clients who are dealing with anxiety, anger issues, family conflicts, trauma, and depression.
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Pre-Marital Therapy: Couples who are planning on getting married/engaged/committing will benefit from Dr. Jess' pre-marital therapy interventions. Dr. Jess will guide you through the following topics: 1) Purpose as a couple 2) Communication 3) Fighting Well 4) Do's and Don'ts 5) Time-outs 6) Physical Intimacy 7) Love languages and more! Personalized recommendations and diagnostic information will be provided. Individual Therapy: Individuals seeking breakthrough from mood disorders will find it fulfilling to work with Dr. Jess. She drafts clear a treatment plan and guides interventions with each client in a personalized way.
Pre-Marital Therapy: Couples who are planning on getting married/engaged/committing will benefit from Dr. Jess' pre-marital therapy interventions. Dr. Jess will guide you through the following topics: 1) Purpose as a couple 2) Communication 3) Fighting Well 4) Do's and Don'ts 5) Time-outs 6) Physical Intimacy 7) Love languages and more! Personalized recommendations and diagnostic information will be provided. Individual Therapy: Individuals seeking breakthrough from mood disorders will find it fulfilling to work with Dr. Jess. She drafts clear a treatment plan and guides interventions with each client in a personalized way.
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I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California with extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I generally work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other mental health concerns, as well as social and relationship issues causing stress in couples and family relationships. I believe anyone wanting to overcome a matter holding them back in life can benefit from therapy.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California with extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I generally work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other mental health concerns, as well as social and relationship issues causing stress in couples and family relationships. I believe anyone wanting to overcome a matter holding them back in life can benefit from therapy.
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How does cognitive processing therapy work?
A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.
What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.
How long does cognitive processing therapy last?
CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.
How effective is cognitive processing therapy?
A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.