Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Columbia, MD
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Angelica Newsome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Waitlist for new clients
I use a trauma-informed approach and have training in several therapeutic models including acceptance and commitment therapy, solution focused therapy, attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
With the demands life makes on us, sometimes it becomes too much. The same way we go to the doctor for physical ailments, sometimes we need assistance managing our mental and emotional wellbeing. Do you need support as you balance the many roles you have in your life? Have you noticed your physical health being impacted by the stress? Maybe you've had huge milestones or life events happen and are having a hard time adjusting? Or maybe you've been hearing buzz phrases like 'self care' and are wondering what that looks like beyond home spa days?
I use a trauma-informed approach and have training in several therapeutic models including acceptance and commitment therapy, solution focused therapy, attachment-based therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
With the demands life makes on us, sometimes it becomes too much. The same way we go to the doctor for physical ailments, sometimes we need assistance managing our mental and emotional wellbeing. Do you need support as you balance the many roles you have in your life? Have you noticed your physical health being impacted by the stress? Maybe you've had huge milestones or life events happen and are having a hard time adjusting? Or maybe you've been hearing buzz phrases like 'self care' and are wondering what that looks like beyond home spa days?
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Dr. Schluter provides specialized and evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to clients aged 8 years and above in person and virtually. Using a variety of therapies, I work alongside each client to identify and pursue personalized goals to enhance their life, functioning, and well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, depression, trichotillomania, excoriation (skin picking), panic, social anxiety, phobias, trauma, and other presenting issues. My aim is to turn you into your own therapist. Please feel free to call or email me today to schedule a phone consultation.
Dr. Schluter provides specialized and evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapies to clients aged 8 years and above in person and virtually. Using a variety of therapies, I work alongside each client to identify and pursue personalized goals to enhance their life, functioning, and well-being. I specialize in treating anxiety, OCD, depression, trichotillomania, excoriation (skin picking), panic, social anxiety, phobias, trauma, and other presenting issues. My aim is to turn you into your own therapist. Please feel free to call or email me today to schedule a phone consultation.
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Shawn Schroeder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
I work with individuals ages 18 and up and I am trained in CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
We spend most of our lives in our heads, we might as well make it a nice place to be! If you feel unable to get rid of negative thoughts and feelings, if you feel like your past is dictating your present and you feel stuck and unable to move forward in your life, I can help you work through your blocks, fears and past traumas to reach a more vibrant present and a better quality of life.
I work with individuals ages 18 and up and I am trained in CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
We spend most of our lives in our heads, we might as well make it a nice place to be! If you feel unable to get rid of negative thoughts and feelings, if you feel like your past is dictating your present and you feel stuck and unable to move forward in your life, I can help you work through your blocks, fears and past traumas to reach a more vibrant present and a better quality of life.
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In my practice, I strive to be practical, humble and approachable. I provide comfort and relatability with practical solutions to the problems of living. I will work with you to help you develop resilience so that you can face the challenges of life more skillfully. I have a wide range of clinical and mentoring experiences ranging from working with parents and children to counseling teenagers and young adults. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, a certified Circle of Security parenting instructor and a meditation teacher. In my current practice, I specialize in working with boys and young men between ages 10 and 30.
In my practice, I strive to be practical, humble and approachable. I provide comfort and relatability with practical solutions to the problems of living. I will work with you to help you develop resilience so that you can face the challenges of life more skillfully. I have a wide range of clinical and mentoring experiences ranging from working with parents and children to counseling teenagers and young adults. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, a certified Circle of Security parenting instructor and a meditation teacher. In my current practice, I specialize in working with boys and young men between ages 10 and 30.
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I provide a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for individuals to do difficult therapeutic work. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, perinatal mental health disorders, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and supporting individuals through life transitions. My clients have benefited from my individualized and integrated treatment approaches. I have been successful in utilizing a combination of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), strengths-based therapy, brief solution-focused therapy and other mindfulness-based approaches to address difficult issues.
I provide a safe, warm, and welcoming environment for individuals to do difficult therapeutic work. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, depression, perinatal mental health disorders, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and supporting individuals through life transitions. My clients have benefited from my individualized and integrated treatment approaches. I have been successful in utilizing a combination of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), strengths-based therapy, brief solution-focused therapy and other mindfulness-based approaches to address difficult issues.
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I frequently use cognitive, systems theory, and mindfulness approaches, but experience--along with humor and compassion--have helped me integrate these into a comfortable conversational format.
I emphasize a collaborative approach to therapy--I bring 30 years of clinical experience, as well as enthusiasm, hope, and a dose of humor, and ask only that you bring an openness to change. Together, we identify specific life goals and generate plans to achieve them. Ultimately, you will come to understand that you make perfect sense; you may just not have been able to use this self-awareness to make the most productive decisions. My strong suit is quickly identifying underlying problems and patterns, as well as your personal strengths and resources.
I frequently use cognitive, systems theory, and mindfulness approaches, but experience--along with humor and compassion--have helped me integrate these into a comfortable conversational format.
I emphasize a collaborative approach to therapy--I bring 30 years of clinical experience, as well as enthusiasm, hope, and a dose of humor, and ask only that you bring an openness to change. Together, we identify specific life goals and generate plans to achieve them. Ultimately, you will come to understand that you make perfect sense; you may just not have been able to use this self-awareness to make the most productive decisions. My strong suit is quickly identifying underlying problems and patterns, as well as your personal strengths and resources.
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Ann Pemberton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
My integrative approach includes cognitive-behavioral, expressive, strengths-based and mindfulness-based interventions.
The choice to seek therapy takes courage and is the first step to finding ways to improve your quality of life. We’ve all needed to reach out for support and encouragement at some point in our lives. Therapy can offer an opportunity to reflect on feelings, experiences, and relationships that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and low self-worth. I have worked for over 25 years and within a variety of settings, helping others manage and resolve anxiety, depression and maintain healthier relationships. I am grateful to have the privilege of being witness to client courage, growth, and healing in the therapy room.
My integrative approach includes cognitive-behavioral, expressive, strengths-based and mindfulness-based interventions.
The choice to seek therapy takes courage and is the first step to finding ways to improve your quality of life. We’ve all needed to reach out for support and encouragement at some point in our lives. Therapy can offer an opportunity to reflect on feelings, experiences, and relationships that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and low self-worth. I have worked for over 25 years and within a variety of settings, helping others manage and resolve anxiety, depression and maintain healthier relationships. I am grateful to have the privilege of being witness to client courage, growth, and healing in the therapy room.
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I utilize an integrative approach with aspects of person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychoeducation.
My goal is to create a safe and empathetic space for you to explore aspects of yourself and create the change you are looking for. I aim to serve as a trustworthy, nonjudgmental resource for you to work through life’s challenges and foster growth. With the knowledge that each person is unique, I encourage my clients to collaborate with me in our treatment goals and serve as the expert of their own experience.
I utilize an integrative approach with aspects of person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychoeducation.
My goal is to create a safe and empathetic space for you to explore aspects of yourself and create the change you are looking for. I aim to serve as a trustworthy, nonjudgmental resource for you to work through life’s challenges and foster growth. With the knowledge that each person is unique, I encourage my clients to collaborate with me in our treatment goals and serve as the expert of their own experience.
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Shannon Selwyn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
With an expertise in CBT, DBT, person-centered, realistic approach - we can help! Perhaps you're struggling with self-acceptance, coping in today's world, and would like a therapist who is competent and informed to help through your difficulties.
Rainbow Pathways is on a mission to help individuals (8yo+), couples and families on their pathway towards a more fulfilled life. Our licensed mental health therapist, Shannon Selwyn, will see if they are a good match to be able to help you with whatever may be bringing you to therapy. Some reasons folks seek therapy are: relationship struggles, difficulties with mood/depression/anxiety, caregiver support, family dynamic difficulties, gender and sexuality confusion. We are passionate about supporting members of underserved communities, especially neurodivergent and queer folks.
With an expertise in CBT, DBT, person-centered, realistic approach - we can help! Perhaps you're struggling with self-acceptance, coping in today's world, and would like a therapist who is competent and informed to help through your difficulties.
Rainbow Pathways is on a mission to help individuals (8yo+), couples and families on their pathway towards a more fulfilled life. Our licensed mental health therapist, Shannon Selwyn, will see if they are a good match to be able to help you with whatever may be bringing you to therapy. Some reasons folks seek therapy are: relationship struggles, difficulties with mood/depression/anxiety, caregiver support, family dynamic difficulties, gender and sexuality confusion. We are passionate about supporting members of underserved communities, especially neurodivergent and queer folks.
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Techniques include CBT and Motivational interviewing.
I am a Maryland Licensed Certified Social Worker with a Clinical Specialty. I received my MSW from the University of Maryland at Baltimore. I work with adults, couples and adolescents. I have over 30 years in the field of behavioral health as a therapist and an administrator. My work with people is based on understanding their unique strengths and using these to address the challenges and goals they have identified. I believe the values of empathy, compassion and understanding provide the foundation for a successful therapy experience. My work includes individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and group therapy.
Techniques include CBT and Motivational interviewing.
I am a Maryland Licensed Certified Social Worker with a Clinical Specialty. I received my MSW from the University of Maryland at Baltimore. I work with adults, couples and adolescents. I have over 30 years in the field of behavioral health as a therapist and an administrator. My work with people is based on understanding their unique strengths and using these to address the challenges and goals they have identified. I believe the values of empathy, compassion and understanding provide the foundation for a successful therapy experience. My work includes individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and group therapy.
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Accepting New Clients! Children, Adults & Couples!
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Are you going through a stage in your life where you feel lost, confused, or conflicted? Is your mental health making you feel like you’re disconnected with your peers, friends, co-worker’s, or even with yourself? Are you feeling a lack of motivation, or understanding of your true purpose? Do you struggle with functioning socially, mentally or emotionally? With my specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I frequently work with my clients on improving their mental health by helping them to develop coping mechanisms to overcome any current mental health struggle
Are you going through a stage in your life where you feel lost, confused, or conflicted? Is your mental health making you feel like you’re disconnected with your peers, friends, co-worker’s, or even with yourself? Are you feeling a lack of motivation, or understanding of your true purpose? Do you struggle with functioning socially, mentally or emotionally? With my specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, I frequently work with my clients on improving their mental health by helping them to develop coping mechanisms to overcome any current mental health struggle
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I utilize evidenced-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Many people feel so alone with their problems. Central to my approach to counseling is my belief that the relationship between the client and the counselor is critical to effective counseling. Only when a client feels that they are fully heard, understood, accepted and valued without judgment, does change occur. These key factors are manifest through active listening, empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the development of a therapeutic alliance. That alliance is built around an agreement on the client’s goals. These goals must always be the client’s goals, no one else's. No problem is "too hard" and no revelation "too dark".
I utilize evidenced-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Many people feel so alone with their problems. Central to my approach to counseling is my belief that the relationship between the client and the counselor is critical to effective counseling. Only when a client feels that they are fully heard, understood, accepted and valued without judgment, does change occur. These key factors are manifest through active listening, empathy, unconditional positive regard, and the development of a therapeutic alliance. That alliance is built around an agreement on the client’s goals. These goals must always be the client’s goals, no one else's. No problem is "too hard" and no revelation "too dark".
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Annette Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
I utilize various techniques including, CBT, mindfulness and motivational practices.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, working through a crisis or want to make a change? I can help you identify and explore new ways of coping and get you back on track. My goal is to assist you in having a healthy, rewarding and fulfilling life. I will guide you toward change in a compassionate and caring way.
I utilize various techniques including, CBT, mindfulness and motivational practices.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, working through a crisis or want to make a change? I can help you identify and explore new ways of coping and get you back on track. My goal is to assist you in having a healthy, rewarding and fulfilling life. I will guide you toward change in a compassionate and caring way.
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Gillian enjoys helping clients access their resiliency through cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, mindfulness, and systems approaches.
Gillian McCusker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years in hospice and oncology care, specializing in guiding clients through the journey of grief and loss. Gillian has experience working with adults at all stages of life and can provide support with life transitions, navigating relationships, and anxiety and depression.
Gillian enjoys helping clients access their resiliency through cognitive-behavioral, strength-based, mindfulness, and systems approaches.
Gillian McCusker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years in hospice and oncology care, specializing in guiding clients through the journey of grief and loss. Gillian has experience working with adults at all stages of life and can provide support with life transitions, navigating relationships, and anxiety and depression.
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Tori-Lyn Mills
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
Tori Mills is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience in mental health. She works as a clinical therapist providing a variety of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and couples, and she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, codependency, and self-esteem. Tori partners with clients to increase self-awareness, cultivate empowerment, encourage positive change, and most importantly to work toward achieving the goals that clients set forth for themselves.
Tori Mills is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience in mental health. She works as a clinical therapist providing a variety of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and couples, and she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, codependency, and self-esteem. Tori partners with clients to increase self-awareness, cultivate empowerment, encourage positive change, and most importantly to work toward achieving the goals that clients set forth for themselves.
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Kendall Douville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
She uses an integrative approach, drawing on various models of therapy including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and systems theory.
Kendall Douville is a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the health care setting, helping clients navigate the emotional and psychosocial challenges of various medical events. She specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, and mindfulness. With a strengths-based perspective, Kendall has also served clients and their loved ones as they address and cope with age-related transitions. Kendall received her Masters of Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
She uses an integrative approach, drawing on various models of therapy including cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and systems theory.
Kendall Douville is a Licensed Certified Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the health care setting, helping clients navigate the emotional and psychosocial challenges of various medical events. She specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, and mindfulness. With a strengths-based perspective, Kendall has also served clients and their loved ones as they address and cope with age-related transitions. Kendall received her Masters of Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
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Barbara M Polonsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
My expertise is in helping you manage and overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Interpersonal Relationship struggles using a variety of clinical techniques including NLP, Mindfulness, CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
With so many therapists to choose from, you're probably visiting my profile because you're struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety- the result of difficult life transitions such as divorce, loss, birth of a child, job stress, or relationship conflicts. Depression and anxiety can impair your ability to function at work and at home-compromising your interpersonal relationships as well. As a therapist practicing for over 30 years, I have concentrated my efforts on guiding individuals in discovering their personal strengths, reaching their maximum potential, achieving success, a sense of purpose and a sense of wellbeing.
My expertise is in helping you manage and overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Interpersonal Relationship struggles using a variety of clinical techniques including NLP, Mindfulness, CBT, ACT, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
With so many therapists to choose from, you're probably visiting my profile because you're struggling with symptoms of depression or anxiety- the result of difficult life transitions such as divorce, loss, birth of a child, job stress, or relationship conflicts. Depression and anxiety can impair your ability to function at work and at home-compromising your interpersonal relationships as well. As a therapist practicing for over 30 years, I have concentrated my efforts on guiding individuals in discovering their personal strengths, reaching their maximum potential, achieving success, a sense of purpose and a sense of wellbeing.
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Amy Meldau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed? Trying to make sense of past trauma or current life stressors? Or looking for healthier ways to cope with distressing emotions? I am here to help. I can assist you in developing insight & coping strategies to address your particular struggles. My therapeutic approach is holistic and tailored to each individual as I draw from Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, creative/arts-based expression, & mind-body healing. I have extensive training & experience in Mindfulness Based-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy for C-PTSD, & Prolongued Exposure Therapy.
Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed? Trying to make sense of past trauma or current life stressors? Or looking for healthier ways to cope with distressing emotions? I am here to help. I can assist you in developing insight & coping strategies to address your particular struggles. My therapeutic approach is holistic and tailored to each individual as I draw from Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, creative/arts-based expression, & mind-body healing. I have extensive training & experience in Mindfulness Based-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy for C-PTSD, & Prolongued Exposure Therapy.
Milestones Counseling Consulting Services Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Modalites offered at Milestones include play therapy, CBT,.
We specialize in supporting parents navigating their children's school and emotional challenges, teens facing academic and social pressures, and adults dealing with relationship issues, childhood trauma, or work stress. Ideal clients seek guidance and coping strategies. Parents want effective communication tools, teens need stress management, and adults aim for healthier relationships and work-life balance. Our goal is to empower, heal, and help to you in your development of skills for everyday life. Let's navigate these challenges together.
Modalites offered at Milestones include play therapy, CBT,.
We specialize in supporting parents navigating their children's school and emotional challenges, teens facing academic and social pressures, and adults dealing with relationship issues, childhood trauma, or work stress. Ideal clients seek guidance and coping strategies. Parents want effective communication tools, teens need stress management, and adults aim for healthier relationships and work-life balance. Our goal is to empower, heal, and help to you in your development of skills for everyday life. Let's navigate these challenges together.
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Adona Wimberly
Psychologist, PhD, LCADC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21046 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Through modalities such as the Cognitive-Behavioral Approach, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness, I will work with you to help you navigate life's inevitable challenges and foster positive change that will lead to an overall healthier lifestyle.
I genuinely value each of my clients and offer a supportive, safe space in which you can restore your peace of mind and an overall healthy sense of self. I truly believe that we all have the ability to move forward despite the stressors we experience, we sometimes just need to be reminded of our inner strengths. That is where I come in.
Through modalities such as the Cognitive-Behavioral Approach, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness, I will work with you to help you navigate life's inevitable challenges and foster positive change that will lead to an overall healthier lifestyle.
I genuinely value each of my clients and offer a supportive, safe space in which you can restore your peace of mind and an overall healthy sense of self. I truly believe that we all have the ability to move forward despite the stressors we experience, we sometimes just need to be reminded of our inner strengths. That is where I come in.
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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.