Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Ventura, CA
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I also work a lot with Cognitive Behavioral therapy; However, I have been trained in Seeking Safety, Narrative therapy, sand tray therapy, and family systems.
Kathleen Acosta Ekins, LCSW. I have been doing therapy with children, families, and adults for over 20 years. I work with clients who are experiencing childhood trauma, adult anxiety, depression, PTSD, life transitions, and grief. I use talk therapy as the main way I work with adults, with children I use play therapy and talk therapy. I use talk therapy (psychodynamic therapy) as the main way I work with adults, with children I use play therapy and talk therapy. I have been trained in many different approaches; trauma-informed therapy is one of the main modalities I use.
I also work a lot with Cognitive Behavioral therapy; However, I have been trained in Seeking Safety, Narrative therapy, sand tray therapy, and family systems.
Kathleen Acosta Ekins, LCSW. I have been doing therapy with children, families, and adults for over 20 years. I work with clients who are experiencing childhood trauma, adult anxiety, depression, PTSD, life transitions, and grief. I use talk therapy as the main way I work with adults, with children I use play therapy and talk therapy. I use talk therapy (psychodynamic therapy) as the main way I work with adults, with children I use play therapy and talk therapy. I have been trained in many different approaches; trauma-informed therapy is one of the main modalities I use.
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Cognitive therapy with adults helps to decrease the anxiety or depression that you may feel in daily living.
In person therapy is provided for ages 3-90. In child therapy, there is an opportunity to encourage the resilience that exists in each child. Kids often find therapy fun! Therapy provides an efficient way to examine tough situations and gives your child the tools to move into the future with optimism and confidence. Enhancing skills for emotional and behavioral regulation leads to better family communication, improved mood and more success at school. In these times, many children need help with anxiety, grief, depression or trauma. As a Parent, you will see your child feel better and be provided with essential parent coaching.
Cognitive therapy with adults helps to decrease the anxiety or depression that you may feel in daily living.
In person therapy is provided for ages 3-90. In child therapy, there is an opportunity to encourage the resilience that exists in each child. Kids often find therapy fun! Therapy provides an efficient way to examine tough situations and gives your child the tools to move into the future with optimism and confidence. Enhancing skills for emotional and behavioral regulation leads to better family communication, improved mood and more success at school. In these times, many children need help with anxiety, grief, depression or trauma. As a Parent, you will see your child feel better and be provided with essential parent coaching.
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Linda J Bronzan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Waitlist for new clients
I offer cognitive-based, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapies that aim to enhance awareness of the mind-body connection.
Sometimes we can’t share how we really feel, even with the people we're closest to. Maybe you worry about burdening others or hope things will just get better. Perhaps you avoid your feelings or overthink them to exhaustion. Whatever it is, you don’t have to face it alone. Having experienced my own struggles in life has inspired my passion to help others. As a therapist, I've seen firsthand how depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling isolated and out of control. I want to be a beacon of hope. I want to help you tap into your inner strength, regain your confidence, and help you make lasting positive changes.
I offer cognitive-based, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapies that aim to enhance awareness of the mind-body connection.
Sometimes we can’t share how we really feel, even with the people we're closest to. Maybe you worry about burdening others or hope things will just get better. Perhaps you avoid your feelings or overthink them to exhaustion. Whatever it is, you don’t have to face it alone. Having experienced my own struggles in life has inspired my passion to help others. As a therapist, I've seen firsthand how depression, anxiety, and trauma can leave you feeling isolated and out of control. I want to be a beacon of hope. I want to help you tap into your inner strength, regain your confidence, and help you make lasting positive changes.
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My therapeutic approach is the use of Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which assists in modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts by interrogating and uprooting negative or irrational beliefs.
I am Cheryl Girder, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have been in this field for 15 years. My approach to therapy is to assist clients to see themselves and others with a better understanding which will provide a positive outlook on themselves and their surroundings. I am open to working with clients that have personal conflicts, relationship, or family troubles, including working with couples, or conditions such as depression, stress, or anxiety. Those mentioned are what I typically work with and the conditions I'm most comfortable with.
My therapeutic approach is the use of Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which assists in modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts by interrogating and uprooting negative or irrational beliefs.
I am Cheryl Girder, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have been in this field for 15 years. My approach to therapy is to assist clients to see themselves and others with a better understanding which will provide a positive outlook on themselves and their surroundings. I am open to working with clients that have personal conflicts, relationship, or family troubles, including working with couples, or conditions such as depression, stress, or anxiety. Those mentioned are what I typically work with and the conditions I'm most comfortable with.
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Kerry White
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
As a therapist, I bring life experience and a direct but easygoing approach to helping you with your mental health concerns. Primarily using a mix of Narrative and CBT Therapy (with other methods as needed), I help you discover your ability to work through the issues that are stopping you from being the best “you” possible. I work with Individuals, couples, children, and teens. I have experience with dealing with high-conflict divorce and the fallout damage it can cause. Whether you are a couple looking for a "tune-up", an individual going through a tough patch or you have a teen going through a difficult time, therapy can help.
As a therapist, I bring life experience and a direct but easygoing approach to helping you with your mental health concerns. Primarily using a mix of Narrative and CBT Therapy (with other methods as needed), I help you discover your ability to work through the issues that are stopping you from being the best “you” possible. I work with Individuals, couples, children, and teens. I have experience with dealing with high-conflict divorce and the fallout damage it can cause. Whether you are a couple looking for a "tune-up", an individual going through a tough patch or you have a teen going through a difficult time, therapy can help.
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A 20 year licensed clinician, working with children, families, individuals and couples. A cognitive behavioral therapist providing efficient and effective client informed treatment services.
A 20 year licensed clinician, working with children, families, individuals and couples. A cognitive behavioral therapist providing efficient and effective client informed treatment services.
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I incorporate interventions from theories such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Hello, I'm Rocio, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides services in both English and Spanish. I am dedicated to supporting individuals, adolescents, and families in their journey to healing. I have experience in treating presenting issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, strained parent-child relationship, developing coping skills to manage negative emotions, and life stressors and transitions. I pride myself on being a culturally informed clinician and in supporting first generation young adults with navigating the life challenges that come from their familial generational gaps
I incorporate interventions from theories such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Hello, I'm Rocio, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides services in both English and Spanish. I am dedicated to supporting individuals, adolescents, and families in their journey to healing. I have experience in treating presenting issues such as trauma, depression, anxiety, strained parent-child relationship, developing coping skills to manage negative emotions, and life stressors and transitions. I pride myself on being a culturally informed clinician and in supporting first generation young adults with navigating the life challenges that come from their familial generational gaps
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Aiyana Cazabat
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93001
Waitlist for new clients
To this end, I employ strength-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies to promote resilience and foster coping skills for long-term use.
Individuals who have faced interpersonal abuse and other traumatic events often experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and shame. They seek a safe and supportive space to heal and process these challenges. I aim to empower my clients, making them feel heard, valued, and encouraged while working together to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs and goals. My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered and humanistic principles, as well as trauma-informed and multiculturally aware techniques.
To this end, I employ strength-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies to promote resilience and foster coping skills for long-term use.
Individuals who have faced interpersonal abuse and other traumatic events often experience feelings of anxiety, depression, and shame. They seek a safe and supportive space to heal and process these challenges. I aim to empower my clients, making them feel heard, valued, and encouraged while working together to develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs and goals. My therapeutic approach is grounded in person-centered and humanistic principles, as well as trauma-informed and multiculturally aware techniques.
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Mackenzie Morrison
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
Grounded in a holistic and warm approach, I use evidence-based techniques that draw from the Gottman Method of couples therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered orientations to tailor my methods to each client's needs.
Are you navigating the complexities of your marriage or relationships, adolescence, or significant life changes? If you are facing communication challenges, struggling with the unique issues adolescence brings, or grappling with the impact of life-altering transitions that may cause anxiety or feelings of depression then this might be the right place for you. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can explore these issues, express their concerns, and work towards fostering healthier connections or adapting to change.
Grounded in a holistic and warm approach, I use evidence-based techniques that draw from the Gottman Method of couples therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered orientations to tailor my methods to each client's needs.
Are you navigating the complexities of your marriage or relationships, adolescence, or significant life changes? If you are facing communication challenges, struggling with the unique issues adolescence brings, or grappling with the impact of life-altering transitions that may cause anxiety or feelings of depression then this might be the right place for you. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can explore these issues, express their concerns, and work towards fostering healthier connections or adapting to change.
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Adilene Amaro Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93003 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and trauma. I'm here to help you overcome challenges and empower you to achieve your goals. My approach is tailored to you. I offer personalized sessions that incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, trauma-informed approaches, and mindfulness-based practices.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, and trauma. I'm here to help you overcome challenges and empower you to achieve your goals. My approach is tailored to you. I offer personalized sessions that incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, trauma-informed approaches, and mindfulness-based practices.
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I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strength Based therapy, as both modalities help me and the client build a shared understanding of their reality, and allow us to work together to chart a path forward during a difficult time in their life.
My name is Julie Hernandez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Fresno, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based, and Trauma-focused to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life stressors and difficult situations. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Strength Based therapy, as both modalities help me and the client build a shared understanding of their reality, and allow us to work together to chart a path forward during a difficult time in their life.
My name is Julie Hernandez and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Fresno, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and specialize in anxiety, depression, and stress, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength Based, and Trauma-focused to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life stressors and difficult situations. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and stress.
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Lucia Shanahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
My specialties are in the areas of child and adult transitions, parenting, relationship challenges and clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, mood and anger. Additionally, I have experience with families dealing with child abuse and family custody challenges. My intensive clinical training and therapeutic skills help many people navigate through life's inherent up and downs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Coping Skills Development with a Solution-Focused approach. I like to focus on what I can do to help, keep the communication high and empower people to get motivated and active in their life solutions.
My specialties are in the areas of child and adult transitions, parenting, relationship challenges and clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, mood and anger. Additionally, I have experience with families dealing with child abuse and family custody challenges. My intensive clinical training and therapeutic skills help many people navigate through life's inherent up and downs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Coping Skills Development with a Solution-Focused approach. I like to focus on what I can do to help, keep the communication high and empower people to get motivated and active in their life solutions.
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Kimberly Prendergast
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93003
Additionally, she is a certified CBT clinician by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.
Kimberly Prendergast, MA, LMFT has been assisting children, adolescents and families in crisis for over 20 years. She strongly believes in the power of hope and principles of recovery for the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. Her experience includes providing support to those navigating the criminal justice and educational systems as well as treatment within an inpatient psychiatric unit and in various outpatient and community settings. Kimberly has therapeutic interests in the areas of mindfulness, parenting and family issues, child and adolescent development, and clinical areas of anxiety, depression, substance abuse and trauma.
Additionally, she is a certified CBT clinician by the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.
Kimberly Prendergast, MA, LMFT has been assisting children, adolescents and families in crisis for over 20 years. She strongly believes in the power of hope and principles of recovery for the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. Her experience includes providing support to those navigating the criminal justice and educational systems as well as treatment within an inpatient psychiatric unit and in various outpatient and community settings. Kimberly has therapeutic interests in the areas of mindfulness, parenting and family issues, child and adolescent development, and clinical areas of anxiety, depression, substance abuse and trauma.
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Clients find freedom that they didn’t know was possible! Additional modalities I use are psychodynamic, attachment theory, CBT, inner healing modalities, ego-state therapy, and more.
Did growing up in a wounding family cause trauma that is still affecting you? Did you experience trauma at the hands of another that left you with feelings of being unsafe, insecure and unlovable? Guilt and shame? Imagine waking up peaceful and optimistic about your Life and future. Imagine having relationships that are loving and full of grace and building a family that is one that you would have loved to grow up in. If you can see it you can be it…lets work through old trauma so that you can see and be the “you” that you have always wanted to be! Helping people work through trauma is what I love to do!
Clients find freedom that they didn’t know was possible! Additional modalities I use are psychodynamic, attachment theory, CBT, inner healing modalities, ego-state therapy, and more.
Did growing up in a wounding family cause trauma that is still affecting you? Did you experience trauma at the hands of another that left you with feelings of being unsafe, insecure and unlovable? Guilt and shame? Imagine waking up peaceful and optimistic about your Life and future. Imagine having relationships that are loving and full of grace and building a family that is one that you would have loved to grow up in. If you can see it you can be it…lets work through old trauma so that you can see and be the “you” that you have always wanted to be! Helping people work through trauma is what I love to do!
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Jessica Beving
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura, CA 93002 (Online Only)
Some forms of therapy that I may incorporate into our therapy sessions include: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior, Dialectical Behavior, Interpersonal, Solution Focused, Psycho-dynamic, and Family Systems therapy.
I have been practicing as a Marriage Family Therapist for 16 years. I provide unconditional positive regard and a "safe" confidential space for adolescents, adults, and couples to explore their thoughts and feelings so that each person I work with can get one step closer to living the life he, she or they want; whether this means having more ease and less stress or anxiety, empowering oneself and each other within the family system or working things out in a positive and meaningful way for oneself and within one's relationships. I am here to help you have the life that you want to create.
Some forms of therapy that I may incorporate into our therapy sessions include: Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior, Dialectical Behavior, Interpersonal, Solution Focused, Psycho-dynamic, and Family Systems therapy.
I have been practicing as a Marriage Family Therapist for 16 years. I provide unconditional positive regard and a "safe" confidential space for adolescents, adults, and couples to explore their thoughts and feelings so that each person I work with can get one step closer to living the life he, she or they want; whether this means having more ease and less stress or anxiety, empowering oneself and each other within the family system or working things out in a positive and meaningful way for oneself and within one's relationships. I am here to help you have the life that you want to create.
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Thus, when we are working towards healing it is important to utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, psychodynamic approach, and somatic integration to facilitate healing.
I get excited about neural plasticity and the opportunity to help people rewire their brains towards health and healing. I believe that trauma can be healed by working with the body to access our 'stuck children" from early life. I also help people recognize how our cultural and societies influences might be making them unhappy. Specifically our poor treatment of the natural world and loss of relationship with nature. I believe a normal response to an unhealthy culture does involve some depression and or anxiety. I help clients to find peace and strength from within despite the external challenges of the world .
Thus, when we are working towards healing it is important to utilize multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, psychodynamic approach, and somatic integration to facilitate healing.
I get excited about neural plasticity and the opportunity to help people rewire their brains towards health and healing. I believe that trauma can be healed by working with the body to access our 'stuck children" from early life. I also help people recognize how our cultural and societies influences might be making them unhappy. Specifically our poor treatment of the natural world and loss of relationship with nature. I believe a normal response to an unhealthy culture does involve some depression and or anxiety. I help clients to find peace and strength from within despite the external challenges of the world .
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My name is Brock Pistel, Ph.D. and I really enjoy what I do. I’m a licensed psychologist in the state of California, working with clients via telehealth. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and trauma. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral therapy approach but often I adapt my approach to best suit my clients. Rather than adhering solely to one specific theory or approach, I use some of the best combinations of interventions I believe the field has to offer. I believe in using interventions best suited to a client.
My name is Brock Pistel, Ph.D. and I really enjoy what I do. I’m a licensed psychologist in the state of California, working with clients via telehealth. I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and trauma. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral therapy approach but often I adapt my approach to best suit my clients. Rather than adhering solely to one specific theory or approach, I use some of the best combinations of interventions I believe the field has to offer. I believe in using interventions best suited to a client.
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Melissa Rebollar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura, CA 93001 (Online Only)
I can provide my clients guidance through my knowledge of cognitive and solution-focused modalities while remaining collaborative and mindful of individuality, culture, and background because everyone is unique.
Hello! :) My name is Melissa Rebollar, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in the state of California. I attended Marymount California University and received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology; then went on to complete my Master's degree in Counseling at Cal State Long Beach (Go Beach!) I've gained an abundance of experience working in multiple settings, including psychiatric hospitals, public schools, non-profit organizations, and county-funded programs, all of which had diverse populations and various diagnoses.
I can provide my clients guidance through my knowledge of cognitive and solution-focused modalities while remaining collaborative and mindful of individuality, culture, and background because everyone is unique.
Hello! :) My name is Melissa Rebollar, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing in the state of California. I attended Marymount California University and received my Bachelor's degree in Psychology; then went on to complete my Master's degree in Counseling at Cal State Long Beach (Go Beach!) I've gained an abundance of experience working in multiple settings, including psychiatric hospitals, public schools, non-profit organizations, and county-funded programs, all of which had diverse populations and various diagnoses.
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Hello, my name is Nicole Stiving. I am an LCSW. I approach therapy by meeting clients where they are at. I believe clients are seeking mental health services for personal reasons so services should be focused on clients' voices and choices regarding what you hope to get from therapy services. Common theoretical approaches that I use are the person-centered approach, systems approach, and using concepts of cognitive behavioral therapy. Most of my experience has been in working with children and families. Therefore, I am comfortable with working with children, youth, transitional-age youth, and/or their caregivers.
Hello, my name is Nicole Stiving. I am an LCSW. I approach therapy by meeting clients where they are at. I believe clients are seeking mental health services for personal reasons so services should be focused on clients' voices and choices regarding what you hope to get from therapy services. Common theoretical approaches that I use are the person-centered approach, systems approach, and using concepts of cognitive behavioral therapy. Most of my experience has been in working with children and families. Therefore, I am comfortable with working with children, youth, transitional-age youth, and/or their caregivers.
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My name is Katina Boulai and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My approach to therapy is respectful and empathetic working in the here and now based on my client's need. I work with clients dealing with areas such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I use a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. have many years of experience working with families, couples, and individuals using different modalities such as relational therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems approach.
My name is Katina Boulai and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. My approach to therapy is respectful and empathetic working in the here and now based on my client's need. I work with clients dealing with areas such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I use a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. have many years of experience working with families, couples, and individuals using different modalities such as relational therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems approach.
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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.