Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Eugene, OR
I use newer cognitive behavioral models like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
Now accepting new individual clients for the fall! My personal philosophy is that through human connection, we can foster the motivation needed to take brave steps toward seeing an old pattern through a new perspective to create positive change. Therapy serves as a road map, illuminating the path so the client can make conscious choices. My attitude is one of respect and acceptance of each client's self-image and world-view allowing for the creation of a safe, therapeutic container.
I use newer cognitive behavioral models like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
Now accepting new individual clients for the fall! My personal philosophy is that through human connection, we can foster the motivation needed to take brave steps toward seeing an old pattern through a new perspective to create positive change. Therapy serves as a road map, illuminating the path so the client can make conscious choices. My attitude is one of respect and acceptance of each client's self-image and world-view allowing for the creation of a safe, therapeutic container.
With adolescents and young adults, I draw upon evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based practices.
I am currently accepting new clients! My work focuses on helping individuals ages 5+. In our sessions, I strive to establish a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. I'll work closely to identify your strengths, values, and goals, empowering you to take an active role in your own healing process. Together, we explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, developing healthy coping strategies and resilience to face life’s challenges. My ultimate goal is to support your journey towards personal growth, well-being, and a more fulfilling life.
With adolescents and young adults, I draw upon evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based practices.
I am currently accepting new clients! My work focuses on helping individuals ages 5+. In our sessions, I strive to establish a strong therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. I'll work closely to identify your strengths, values, and goals, empowering you to take an active role in your own healing process. Together, we explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, developing healthy coping strategies and resilience to face life’s challenges. My ultimate goal is to support your journey towards personal growth, well-being, and a more fulfilling life.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy in which I combine different methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, MBCT, and client-centered therapy.
I am currently accepting new clients! My treatment orientation is dedicated to helping people process and work through obstacles while developing healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives. I offer supportive, confidential, and individually tailored treatment for adults and teenagers.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy in which I combine different methods such as CBT, DBT, ACT, MBCT, and client-centered therapy.
I am currently accepting new clients! My treatment orientation is dedicated to helping people process and work through obstacles while developing healthy, productive, and fulfilling lives. I offer supportive, confidential, and individually tailored treatment for adults and teenagers.
Ann C Tepperman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97405 (Online Only)
In person and online daytime sessions available, please refer to my website, annceciliacc.com to learn about me and how I work. Helping people heal and recover from anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles and major life challenges using EMDR, somatic therapy and mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy. Holistic counseling sessions involve understanding how your past creates your present, mindfulness, contemplation and meditation techniques, modalities for effective nervous system regulation, commitment to self discovery, transformation and a disciplined, daily self care practice.
In person and online daytime sessions available, please refer to my website, annceciliacc.com to learn about me and how I work. Helping people heal and recover from anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles and major life challenges using EMDR, somatic therapy and mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy. Holistic counseling sessions involve understanding how your past creates your present, mindfulness, contemplation and meditation techniques, modalities for effective nervous system regulation, commitment to self discovery, transformation and a disciplined, daily self care practice.
Sally Rae Goble
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on how our thinking determines behavior.
I have been an LMFT since 1993. During that time I've had both education and experience with many of the issues we encounter as we pass through our lives. Couples, individuals and teens are the majority of my practice. We work on relationship problems, divorce and co-parenting, anxiety and depression and parent-child problems. I also have training and experience working with clients with sexual concerns and Active Duty Military, families and Veterans. I am currently accepting telephonic and video clients in Oregon. Telehealth has been extensively researched and found to have similar positive results as face-to-face.
I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which focuses on how our thinking determines behavior.
I have been an LMFT since 1993. During that time I've had both education and experience with many of the issues we encounter as we pass through our lives. Couples, individuals and teens are the majority of my practice. We work on relationship problems, divorce and co-parenting, anxiety and depression and parent-child problems. I also have training and experience working with clients with sexual concerns and Active Duty Military, families and Veterans. I am currently accepting telephonic and video clients in Oregon. Telehealth has been extensively researched and found to have similar positive results as face-to-face.
By attending to emotional, physical, and cognitive experiences and patterns, we are able to develop greater insight and understanding of our situations and strengthen the skills needed to persevere in the midst of challenge.
We all experience times in our life when additional support could be helpful. Unfortunately, during these times seeking support can feel overwhelming and vulnerable. I realize it can take a great deal of courage and trust to reach out. As a therapist, I have deep respect for the people that I work with and it’s important to me that I understand my clients experiences and work collaboratively with them to support their goals. My approach is strength-based, trauma-informed, and rooted within a multicultural/feminist framework that attends to context, reinforces resilience, and focuses on empowerment.
By attending to emotional, physical, and cognitive experiences and patterns, we are able to develop greater insight and understanding of our situations and strengthen the skills needed to persevere in the midst of challenge.
We all experience times in our life when additional support could be helpful. Unfortunately, during these times seeking support can feel overwhelming and vulnerable. I realize it can take a great deal of courage and trust to reach out. As a therapist, I have deep respect for the people that I work with and it’s important to me that I understand my clients experiences and work collaboratively with them to support their goals. My approach is strength-based, trauma-informed, and rooted within a multicultural/feminist framework that attends to context, reinforces resilience, and focuses on empowerment.
Riisa Humphrey
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, NCC, CADC II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
I am a trauma-informed therapist, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Branspotting.
I work with individuals struggling with issues of trauma, addictions, and life transitions. Oftentimes, we suffer in silence, not recognizing we deserve to feel better, be better. Some us us struggle with low self-esteem and self-doubt. We self-sabotage because we don't believe we deserve anything different. I'm here to help you get your life more balanced.
I am a trauma-informed therapist, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Branspotting.
I work with individuals struggling with issues of trauma, addictions, and life transitions. Oftentimes, we suffer in silence, not recognizing we deserve to feel better, be better. Some us us struggle with low self-esteem and self-doubt. We self-sabotage because we don't believe we deserve anything different. I'm here to help you get your life more balanced.
Willamette Sky Counseling
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
My approach includes using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) & Internal Family Systems (IFS) with the intent of establishing both an understanding of the sources to our distress, as well as identifying the means to taking corrective action on them.
Welcome, I'm Jeton. My approach is to be a co-collaborator in your journey towards mental wellness. Promoting resilience & self-efficacy is a core part of my approach. Together we can work to develop skills & techniques that will make us more adaptable in reactive situations, life transitions, & unexpected adversity. My fields of interest include, but are not limited to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, & men’s issues. I have worked with individuals from various backgrounds, including folks within the LGBTQ+ community, college-age students, & men of advanced age.
My approach includes using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) & Internal Family Systems (IFS) with the intent of establishing both an understanding of the sources to our distress, as well as identifying the means to taking corrective action on them.
Welcome, I'm Jeton. My approach is to be a co-collaborator in your journey towards mental wellness. Promoting resilience & self-efficacy is a core part of my approach. Together we can work to develop skills & techniques that will make us more adaptable in reactive situations, life transitions, & unexpected adversity. My fields of interest include, but are not limited to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, & men’s issues. I have worked with individuals from various backgrounds, including folks within the LGBTQ+ community, college-age students, & men of advanced age.
Along the way I will also pull in tools from CBT where we'll discover important thoughts that may be barriers to your success, and ACT where we'll work to gain insight & increase motivation for change.
I have a passion for working with clients surrounding Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Developmental Trauma, & Grief and Loss. I believe individuals have the ability to change when given the opportunity. Many of us have learned ways of thinking and doing that seemed to work at the time but have created problems for us later. We then target ourselves, adding a lot of shame regarding the outcomes, which in turn creates more distress. I enjoy helping individuals learn to accept themselves and to work with themselves to heal, rather than continuing to shame themselves.
Along the way I will also pull in tools from CBT where we'll discover important thoughts that may be barriers to your success, and ACT where we'll work to gain insight & increase motivation for change.
I have a passion for working with clients surrounding Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Developmental Trauma, & Grief and Loss. I believe individuals have the ability to change when given the opportunity. Many of us have learned ways of thinking and doing that seemed to work at the time but have created problems for us later. We then target ourselves, adding a lot of shame regarding the outcomes, which in turn creates more distress. I enjoy helping individuals learn to accept themselves and to work with themselves to heal, rather than continuing to shame themselves.
My clinical work is best described as integrative. Built upon a foundation of cultural humility, I draw from interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches,. I am an active therapist who works collaboratively with clients to set goals; identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to clients' struggles; identify and practice new ways of dealing with concerns; and assess progress being made.
My clinical work is best described as integrative. Built upon a foundation of cultural humility, I draw from interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic approaches,. I am an active therapist who works collaboratively with clients to set goals; identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that contribute to clients' struggles; identify and practice new ways of dealing with concerns; and assess progress being made.
Bradley R Shumate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
Brad's eclectic approach combines the best evidence-based, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy that empowers clients for a healing journey toward improved coping, well-being, trauma recovery, including development of new strengths and insights that lead to a life worth living.
Brad Shumate is a Licensed Professional Counselor with PeaceHealth Medical Group (PHMG) in Eugene, Oregon. If you are a PeaceHealth patient and have a Primary Care Provider, the best way to reach Brad quickly is via the email button this profile. Since 2013, Brad has been designated a "highly effective" therapist by ACORN (A Collaborative Outcomes Resource Network). Brad specializes in psychotherapy for various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, unwanted intrusive thoughts, low self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, bereavement, life adjustment challenges, and struggles with personality functioning.
Brad's eclectic approach combines the best evidence-based, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy that empowers clients for a healing journey toward improved coping, well-being, trauma recovery, including development of new strengths and insights that lead to a life worth living.
Brad Shumate is a Licensed Professional Counselor with PeaceHealth Medical Group (PHMG) in Eugene, Oregon. If you are a PeaceHealth patient and have a Primary Care Provider, the best way to reach Brad quickly is via the email button this profile. Since 2013, Brad has been designated a "highly effective" therapist by ACORN (A Collaborative Outcomes Resource Network). Brad specializes in psychotherapy for various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, unwanted intrusive thoughts, low self-esteem, trauma, mood disorders, bereavement, life adjustment challenges, and struggles with personality functioning.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
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I practice Basic EMDR, SOMATIC therapy, animal therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and a person-centered approach.
Trauma comes in many shapes and forms. A deeply distressing and disturbing experience in your life can have many negative effects such as feeling numb or like you’re just “going through the motions,” deep depression and sadness, or feeling “broken.” But you are not alone in feeling this way. I understand the power of trauma and how it can destroy you, overtaking your mind and your body. It’s a wound that changes a person. Especially if you don’t let it out. It finds unhealthy ways. The trauma can overpower you and take control. But you can become "unbroken."
I practice Basic EMDR, SOMATIC therapy, animal therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and a person-centered approach.
Trauma comes in many shapes and forms. A deeply distressing and disturbing experience in your life can have many negative effects such as feeling numb or like you’re just “going through the motions,” deep depression and sadness, or feeling “broken.” But you are not alone in feeling this way. I understand the power of trauma and how it can destroy you, overtaking your mind and your body. It’s a wound that changes a person. Especially if you don’t let it out. It finds unhealthy ways. The trauma can overpower you and take control. But you can become "unbroken."
Marlando Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
With a profound dedication to empowering individuals within challenging populations, I am committed to providing transformative care through my expertise in DBT, CBT, trauma-informed practices, compassionate person-centered therapy, and solution-focused methods. My mission is to be a beacon of support and guidance, helping clients rewrite their narratives and discover their innate capacity for resilience and growth. If you're seeking a partner on your journey to healing, I'm here to walk alongside you.
With a profound dedication to empowering individuals within challenging populations, I am committed to providing transformative care through my expertise in DBT, CBT, trauma-informed practices, compassionate person-centered therapy, and solution-focused methods. My mission is to be a beacon of support and guidance, helping clients rewrite their narratives and discover their innate capacity for resilience and growth. If you're seeking a partner on your journey to healing, I'm here to walk alongside you.
Sally Louise Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
When life is overwhelming asking for help is the first step. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have specialized in addiction and substance use disorders with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives, incorporating positive psychology with traditional psychodynamic, solution focused and cognitive-behavioral methods.
When life is overwhelming asking for help is the first step. I am a licensed clinical social worker and have specialized in addiction and substance use disorders with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives, incorporating positive psychology with traditional psychodynamic, solution focused and cognitive-behavioral methods.
Lara Lohman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401 (Online Only)
I work with DBT, CBT, ACT, Body Neutral/HAES work, Life Skills, Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to direct my clients into a life where they feel adequate skills for coping and can focus on their own strengths.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Please email to reach me. If you’re struggling with life stress, major transitions, anxiety, eating/body/exercise issues, depression or other mental health concerns, you deserve the time and space to process. I’ve specialized in eating disorders, substance use and comorbid disorders for the past decade and would love to help meet you wherever you fall in your journey toward getting well. I have also served as director at several adult and adolescent eating disorder residential programs which lends to my knowledge of the field at every level of care.
I work with DBT, CBT, ACT, Body Neutral/HAES work, Life Skills, Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to direct my clients into a life where they feel adequate skills for coping and can focus on their own strengths.
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Please email to reach me. If you’re struggling with life stress, major transitions, anxiety, eating/body/exercise issues, depression or other mental health concerns, you deserve the time and space to process. I’ve specialized in eating disorders, substance use and comorbid disorders for the past decade and would love to help meet you wherever you fall in your journey toward getting well. I have also served as director at several adult and adolescent eating disorder residential programs which lends to my knowledge of the field at every level of care.
I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy for Depression, Bipolar Discorder, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obessisive Compulsive Diorder.
My clients are teens/young adults /adults highly motivated to change mood/ symptoms/relationships. They suffer from Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, Tics, Trichotillomania, Panic Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder. They learn new strategies needed to make lasting changes through CBT, Exposure Therapy, ACT, Mindfulness, mood regulation techniques & via weekly homework. My clients are not children or couples; they do not suffer from Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, ADHD or anything that I do not list. They are not insured by Medicare/Advantage Plans, Medicaid/OHP, Cigna, Magellan, MHN, Optum, United, UBH
I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy for Depression, Bipolar Discorder, Panic Disorder, Phobias, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obessisive Compulsive Diorder.
My clients are teens/young adults /adults highly motivated to change mood/ symptoms/relationships. They suffer from Anxiety, Social Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, Tics, Trichotillomania, Panic Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder. They learn new strategies needed to make lasting changes through CBT, Exposure Therapy, ACT, Mindfulness, mood regulation techniques & via weekly homework. My clients are not children or couples; they do not suffer from Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, ADHD or anything that I do not list. They are not insured by Medicare/Advantage Plans, Medicaid/OHP, Cigna, Magellan, MHN, Optum, United, UBH
I utilize a blend of strengths-based, emotion-focused, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, narrative, solution focused, and systemic approaches.
Offering individual therapy in person or via telehealth (for clients physically located in Oregon at time of session). Clients in my practice are typically college students and women of all ages. Focuses include struggles with depressed moods, anxiety, panic attacks, self-esteem, family of origin exploration, relationships, transitions, pregnancy/postpartum, parenthood, social concerns, work and school challenges, adjustment and personal growth. Life can be hard. Counseling can be a space to look at the puzzle pieces of your life with renewed insight and growth.
I utilize a blend of strengths-based, emotion-focused, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, narrative, solution focused, and systemic approaches.
Offering individual therapy in person or via telehealth (for clients physically located in Oregon at time of session). Clients in my practice are typically college students and women of all ages. Focuses include struggles with depressed moods, anxiety, panic attacks, self-esteem, family of origin exploration, relationships, transitions, pregnancy/postpartum, parenthood, social concerns, work and school challenges, adjustment and personal growth. Life can be hard. Counseling can be a space to look at the puzzle pieces of your life with renewed insight and growth.
Heather Swaney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97401
I utilize Narrative theory, CBT, DBT and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
I believe that each person has a unique story that has been their life and that healing begins by telling and understanding those stories. I believe part of my role as a therapist is to walk side by side in collaboration on this journey. I focus on your strengths and help you find and manifest who you are meant to be through your challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to be able to process experiences and events that may be interfering with life, and learn to problem solve and practice tools to cope when triggers arise in an unbiased place.
I utilize Narrative theory, CBT, DBT and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
I believe that each person has a unique story that has been their life and that healing begins by telling and understanding those stories. I believe part of my role as a therapist is to walk side by side in collaboration on this journey. I focus on your strengths and help you find and manifest who you are meant to be through your challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to be able to process experiences and events that may be interfering with life, and learn to problem solve and practice tools to cope when triggers arise in an unbiased place.
Griffin & Associated Practitioners
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
In addition, our team members have specialty training in multiple areas such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, & Trauma Healing.
Our practice was created to provide a quality space for individuals to connect with a counselor surrounding self-care, healing, change, & to find ways to access more joy. We want you, as our clients, to feel that in this space you are welcomed with positive, energetic, non-judgmental practitioners that are trained to help you access your core, grounded, & healthy self. Our team provides individual, couples, & family counseling for ages 6 through the last years of life. It is our hope that through this work you will be led to healing, change, & abundant joy.
In addition, our team members have specialty training in multiple areas such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, & Trauma Healing.
Our practice was created to provide a quality space for individuals to connect with a counselor surrounding self-care, healing, change, & to find ways to access more joy. We want you, as our clients, to feel that in this space you are welcomed with positive, energetic, non-judgmental practitioners that are trained to help you access your core, grounded, & healthy self. Our team provides individual, couples, & family counseling for ages 6 through the last years of life. It is our hope that through this work you will be led to healing, change, & abundant joy.
Eric Richers
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, CADCIII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eugene, OR 97403 (Online Only)
I’m an eclectic therapist trained in CBT, DBT, and SFBT, using them as needed.
Do relationships feel more challenging than they should? Do you feel stuck, isolated, and searching for meaning? It's normal to use patterned behaviors to self-soothe, and these can be effective—but they can also interfere with your life. I understand trauma is complex, and personal, and can lead to feeling out of control, dysregulated, and challenged in relationships. Healing and growth is possible. Our therapeutic alliance is the most important determinant of success for you. I specialize in Trauma, Addiction, & Attachment therapy, using a wide range of therapies including Somatic, ACT, IFS, and DBT, combined with talk therapy.
I’m an eclectic therapist trained in CBT, DBT, and SFBT, using them as needed.
Do relationships feel more challenging than they should? Do you feel stuck, isolated, and searching for meaning? It's normal to use patterned behaviors to self-soothe, and these can be effective—but they can also interfere with your life. I understand trauma is complex, and personal, and can lead to feeling out of control, dysregulated, and challenged in relationships. Healing and growth is possible. Our therapeutic alliance is the most important determinant of success for you. I specialize in Trauma, Addiction, & Attachment therapy, using a wide range of therapies including Somatic, ACT, IFS, and DBT, combined with talk therapy.
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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.