Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Winnetka, IL
Cognitive Behavioral Treatment specialty to help you grow and find contentment.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and for over 25 year, I have been helping adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety and depression feel calmer, more confident and more positively connected in their relationships and in life. Problems in life can take many forms: failed relationships, ongoing self doubt, a traumatic experience or poor coping strategies. Psychotherapy offers the safest place to feel accepted and make the changes necessary achieve fulfillment and happiness.
Cognitive Behavioral Treatment specialty to help you grow and find contentment.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and for over 25 year, I have been helping adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety and depression feel calmer, more confident and more positively connected in their relationships and in life. Problems in life can take many forms: failed relationships, ongoing self doubt, a traumatic experience or poor coping strategies. Psychotherapy offers the safest place to feel accepted and make the changes necessary achieve fulfillment and happiness.
My work is informed by cognitive behavior therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
Life is filled with sorrow and joy, frustration and wonder, stagnation and growth, obstacles and openings. At times, our skill set and resources are not optimal for helping us adapt to the shifts and movement in our lives. I believe that art therapy and counseling can support understanding of our skills and resources that better equip us to adapt to life's changes. Art therapy allows opportunities to imagine the best, healthiest version of ourselves and permit clarifying moments where we perceive possibility and potential. My goal is to support clients in becoming active agents in developing positive, purposeful ideas towards wellness and good health.
My work is informed by cognitive behavior therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
Life is filled with sorrow and joy, frustration and wonder, stagnation and growth, obstacles and openings. At times, our skill set and resources are not optimal for helping us adapt to the shifts and movement in our lives. I believe that art therapy and counseling can support understanding of our skills and resources that better equip us to adapt to life's changes. Art therapy allows opportunities to imagine the best, healthiest version of ourselves and permit clarifying moments where we perceive possibility and potential. My goal is to support clients in becoming active agents in developing positive, purposeful ideas towards wellness and good health.
With extensive knowledge of and experience using evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Allison utilizes an integrative approach rooted firmly in psychodynamic theories of attachment and interpersonal psychoanalysis.
Allison offers therapy to adults ages 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD symptoms (i.e. flashbacks, dissociation, and panic attacks), and has a special interest in complex trauma including childhood experiences that have long-lasting impacts on adulthood. Allison’s top priority as a psychotherapist is to create a trusting and equal therapeutic relationship in which clients can safely explore their past to make better sense of the present, and to ultimately experience more fulfilling and meaningful lives.
With extensive knowledge of and experience using evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Allison utilizes an integrative approach rooted firmly in psychodynamic theories of attachment and interpersonal psychoanalysis.
Allison offers therapy to adults ages 18+ struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD symptoms (i.e. flashbacks, dissociation, and panic attacks), and has a special interest in complex trauma including childhood experiences that have long-lasting impacts on adulthood. Allison’s top priority as a psychotherapist is to create a trusting and equal therapeutic relationship in which clients can safely explore their past to make better sense of the present, and to ultimately experience more fulfilling and meaningful lives.
, whose research effectively integrated the use of mindful meditation and cognitive therapy interventions to create Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
I am a licensed psychologist and have been in private practice for over 25 years, with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. After helping you, the client, identify the underlying causes or contributors to your distress, we together establish treatment goals.
I assist you in implementing actions and behaviors to reach these goals, ease your symptoms, and help you feel a greater sense of control and emotional well-being.
, whose research effectively integrated the use of mindful meditation and cognitive therapy interventions to create Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).
I am a licensed psychologist and have been in private practice for over 25 years, with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, stress and relationship issues. After helping you, the client, identify the underlying causes or contributors to your distress, we together establish treatment goals.
I assist you in implementing actions and behaviors to reach these goals, ease your symptoms, and help you feel a greater sense of control and emotional well-being.
Jean offers strength-based and individualized therapy to help clients navigate concerns using an integrative approach incorporating Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Therapies.
Jean strives to provide holistic care with multicultural sensitivity to help clients cope with various personal and relational challenges. Her areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, anger management, self-harm, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships. Jean is working under the supervision of Kary Pekarek, LCSW.
Jean offers strength-based and individualized therapy to help clients navigate concerns using an integrative approach incorporating Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Therapies.
Jean strives to provide holistic care with multicultural sensitivity to help clients cope with various personal and relational challenges. Her areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, anger management, self-harm, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and interpersonal relationships. Jean is working under the supervision of Kary Pekarek, LCSW.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in science, integrating techniques from cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies.
You may be wondering if you would benefit from outside help navigating life’s challenges. Maybe you struggle to get through the day without getting stuck in a cycle of worry, snapping at your loved ones, or feeling weighed down by a sense of sadness. There may be a clear transition or challenge that you’re facing, like trouble growing your family or a new medical diagnosis. Or, perhaps you’re struggling with something more chronic like navigating the demands of being a working parent. Whatever the source of your stress, your experience is valid, and you deserve and have the capacity to feel better.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in science, integrating techniques from cognitive behavioral and other evidence-based therapies.
You may be wondering if you would benefit from outside help navigating life’s challenges. Maybe you struggle to get through the day without getting stuck in a cycle of worry, snapping at your loved ones, or feeling weighed down by a sense of sadness. There may be a clear transition or challenge that you’re facing, like trouble growing your family or a new medical diagnosis. Or, perhaps you’re struggling with something more chronic like navigating the demands of being a working parent. Whatever the source of your stress, your experience is valid, and you deserve and have the capacity to feel better.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor from Chicago with five years of clinical experience. I am a member of the LGBTQIA community and specialize in obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, and men's issues. I employ a mix of Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), Trauma Focused, and Person-Centered therapies, and utilize Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, Exposure Therapy for Anxiety, and Behavioral Activation for Depression. As a career-changer from the medical field to working as a therapist, I get that life throws you curveballs sometimes, but we can work together to get through those curveballs.
Hello! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor from Chicago with five years of clinical experience. I am a member of the LGBTQIA community and specialize in obsessive compulsive disorders, anxiety, depression, and men's issues. I employ a mix of Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), Trauma Focused, and Person-Centered therapies, and utilize Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, Exposure Therapy for Anxiety, and Behavioral Activation for Depression. As a career-changer from the medical field to working as a therapist, I get that life throws you curveballs sometimes, but we can work together to get through those curveballs.
Incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques within a relational and psychodynamic frame, Dr.
Dr. Steve Yousha is a Psychologist and Senior Consultant who has been practicing since 1990. In addition to his clinical practice, he is Principal at Strategic Talent Management Consultants LLP. As a Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Steve Yousha specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, adjustment and relational problems, providing both individual and couples therapy. He also has extensive experience with multicultural populations. He is published in the areas of depression, adjustment difficulties, and performance enhancement.
Incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques within a relational and psychodynamic frame, Dr.
Dr. Steve Yousha is a Psychologist and Senior Consultant who has been practicing since 1990. In addition to his clinical practice, he is Principal at Strategic Talent Management Consultants LLP. As a Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Steve Yousha specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, adjustment and relational problems, providing both individual and couples therapy. He also has extensive experience with multicultural populations. He is published in the areas of depression, adjustment difficulties, and performance enhancement.
Aysha Ali Hagene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Winnetka, IL 60093 (Online Only)
CBT( cognitive behavioral therapy), as well as meditation and relaxation training are offered.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or having family issues? You are not alone. Let me help you get back to being you again. I am a Northwestern University trained clinician with over 22 years of experience using proven methodologies to help people begin to live healthier, more satisfying lives. I am the lead counselor and supervisor of my group practice, Simply Counseling, LLC. I also help couples communicate more effectively. Please reach out with any questions and I’m happy to help.
CBT( cognitive behavioral therapy), as well as meditation and relaxation training are offered.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or having family issues? You are not alone. Let me help you get back to being you again. I am a Northwestern University trained clinician with over 22 years of experience using proven methodologies to help people begin to live healthier, more satisfying lives. I am the lead counselor and supervisor of my group practice, Simply Counseling, LLC. I also help couples communicate more effectively. Please reach out with any questions and I’m happy to help.
Schmaus specializes in the use of empirically supported treatments, including CBT, for the treatment of children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Schmaus approaches patients with compassion for the challenges that anxiety has brought to their lives. He teaches patients how to manage their worries and fears so that they can better tolerate uncertainty. By encouraging patients to be willing to face their fears, he enhances their ability to successfully manage stressful situations. When working with children and teens, he often involves the parents in treatment, providing guidance and strategies for helping their children to feel less anxious.
Schmaus specializes in the use of empirically supported treatments, including CBT, for the treatment of children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Schmaus approaches patients with compassion for the challenges that anxiety has brought to their lives. He teaches patients how to manage their worries and fears so that they can better tolerate uncertainty. By encouraging patients to be willing to face their fears, he enhances their ability to successfully manage stressful situations. When working with children and teens, he often involves the parents in treatment, providing guidance and strategies for helping their children to feel less anxious.
Kevin Crystal LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Winnetka, IL 60093
I incorporate several perspectives into my work including Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Experiential Psychology.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, educator, and former teacher. I believe the power of healing lies in being connected to others, and collaboration is the heart of my practice. The stresses of life can isolate and alienate us from those we rely on for support. A therapeutic relationship is one where you can be connected and understood without the judgment inherent in your other relationships. Therapy should be a place where you can be comfortable being yourself and learn the tools and skills to improve your satisfaction with life.
I incorporate several perspectives into my work including Family Systems, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Experiential Psychology.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, educator, and former teacher. I believe the power of healing lies in being connected to others, and collaboration is the heart of my practice. The stresses of life can isolate and alienate us from those we rely on for support. A therapeutic relationship is one where you can be connected and understood without the judgment inherent in your other relationships. Therapy should be a place where you can be comfortable being yourself and learn the tools and skills to improve your satisfaction with life.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Winnetka, IL 60093
I have additional specialized training in CBT and DBT and utilize mindfulness and distress tolerance building skills.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have focused my career on working with adolescents ,young adults, parents and families. Over the last 10 + years, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals and families in the North Shore. I work with clients to help them find a safe space to express, explore and make positive changes. Over the years I have learned that every individual and family is unique and need treatment to be flexible and supportive of their needs. I work to create opportunities and to teach tangible skills, so long lasting change is possible. I am a gender affirming clinician.
I have additional specialized training in CBT and DBT and utilize mindfulness and distress tolerance building skills.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have focused my career on working with adolescents ,young adults, parents and families. Over the last 10 + years, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals and families in the North Shore. I work with clients to help them find a safe space to express, explore and make positive changes. Over the years I have learned that every individual and family is unique and need treatment to be flexible and supportive of their needs. I work to create opportunities and to teach tangible skills, so long lasting change is possible. I am a gender affirming clinician.
Physical, cognitive, psychological and environmental factors can be shaped to create positive, upward cycles.
Relationships in love, family and work (and with myself) shape so much of how we feel. I help people know themselves and what they bring (good and bad) to their relationships, and help build cognitive and other skills needed to form rewarding connections and sort out relationship breakdowns and chronic personal problems. In addition, I help those who have had tried therapy or medication in the past but have not been helped. I work with individuals and couples by listening carefully and responding thoughtfully, genuinely and respectfully to create positive outcomes and to meet important needs.
Physical, cognitive, psychological and environmental factors can be shaped to create positive, upward cycles.
Relationships in love, family and work (and with myself) shape so much of how we feel. I help people know themselves and what they bring (good and bad) to their relationships, and help build cognitive and other skills needed to form rewarding connections and sort out relationship breakdowns and chronic personal problems. In addition, I help those who have had tried therapy or medication in the past but have not been helped. I work with individuals and couples by listening carefully and responding thoughtfully, genuinely and respectfully to create positive outcomes and to meet important needs.
Kannan Vinaitheerthan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winnetka, IL 60093
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and a collaborative problem solving approach.
Hi there, my name is Kannan Vinaitheerthan. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker typically practicing in Wilmette, Illinois and currently providing therapy virtually as well as outdoors weather permitting. I work with children, adolescents and adults and provide individual and family therapy. I have experience working with those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, school-related problems and more.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and a collaborative problem solving approach.
Hi there, my name is Kannan Vinaitheerthan. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker typically practicing in Wilmette, Illinois and currently providing therapy virtually as well as outdoors weather permitting. I work with children, adolescents and adults and provide individual and family therapy. I have experience working with those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, school-related problems and more.
Charlotte Royal Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, IL 60093 (Online Only)
Drawing on 17 years of expertise, I use mind/ body techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, ACT, and mindfulness based therapy such as EFT tapping and guided imagery.
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
Drawing on 17 years of expertise, I use mind/ body techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, ACT, and mindfulness based therapy such as EFT tapping and guided imagery.
My approach to therapy is centered on the belief that everyone has inherent strengths and wisdom. Working together in our sessions, we will explore a path to meaningful insights into your life. In the process, you will learn new skills that will allow you to bring about thoughtful, positive changes.
I draw from aspects of CBT, play therapy, person-centered therapy and conflict mediation.
Having 3 daughters, all of which have grown up here in the North Shore & have attended the Winnetka Public Schools and New Trier High School, I have a good understanding on how to navigate the different social challenges that come with living in the North Shore area. My experiences are broad and include many things like being a Job Coach, Adjunct Instructor, and School Counselor in both public and private schools. I like to think that I took a meandering path that always included working in the helping profession which I feel most comfortable. I continue to be inspired by everyone I meet with along the way.
I draw from aspects of CBT, play therapy, person-centered therapy and conflict mediation.
Having 3 daughters, all of which have grown up here in the North Shore & have attended the Winnetka Public Schools and New Trier High School, I have a good understanding on how to navigate the different social challenges that come with living in the North Shore area. My experiences are broad and include many things like being a Job Coach, Adjunct Instructor, and School Counselor in both public and private schools. I like to think that I took a meandering path that always included working in the helping profession which I feel most comfortable. I continue to be inspired by everyone I meet with along the way.
Abbie Papanicholas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winnetka, IL 60093
I utilize an eclectic therapeutic approach with a focus on strength-based, solution-focused, and behavioral techniques such as CBT and ACT.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, but my passion is supporting adolescents, young adults and parents. I serve clients facing anxiety, perfectionism, depression, relationship struggles, parenting and family concerns, acculturation issues and life transitions. I am especially interested in high-achieving populations and the unique pressures and mental health challenges these communities face. I work to foster a sense of belonging and self-acceptance in all of my clients.
I utilize an eclectic therapeutic approach with a focus on strength-based, solution-focused, and behavioral techniques such as CBT and ACT.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, but my passion is supporting adolescents, young adults and parents. I serve clients facing anxiety, perfectionism, depression, relationship struggles, parenting and family concerns, acculturation issues and life transitions. I am especially interested in high-achieving populations and the unique pressures and mental health challenges these communities face. I work to foster a sense of belonging and self-acceptance in all of my clients.
I integrate traditional psychotherapy with coaching, mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems and other evidence-based approaches.
Do you feel that anxiety, stress and panic are taking a toll on you body and the mind? My approach to therapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and mindfulness approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptoms like anxiety, racing thoughts, and irrational fears as well as feeling stuck, depressed and unavailable or unresponsive to life and relationships.
I integrate traditional psychotherapy with coaching, mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems and other evidence-based approaches.
Do you feel that anxiety, stress and panic are taking a toll on you body and the mind? My approach to therapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and mindfulness approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptoms like anxiety, racing thoughts, and irrational fears as well as feeling stuck, depressed and unavailable or unresponsive to life and relationships.
My work with clients comes from a relational, trauma informed lens, and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Since 2017 I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a special focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and disordered eating. Whether you are seeking therapy for a specific problem, undesired pattern, or relationship discord, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance with you to promote positive change. I have specialized training in FBT (Family Based Treatment) for eating disorders and CBT ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). If working with a child/adolescent, I believe in bridging the therapy space to the home, and will closely collaborate with caregivers to enhance therapeutic progress.
My work with clients comes from a relational, trauma informed lens, and integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Since 2017 I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a special focus in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and disordered eating. Whether you are seeking therapy for a specific problem, undesired pattern, or relationship discord, I strive to create a therapeutic alliance with you to promote positive change. I have specialized training in FBT (Family Based Treatment) for eating disorders and CBT ( Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). If working with a child/adolescent, I believe in bridging the therapy space to the home, and will closely collaborate with caregivers to enhance therapeutic progress.
I use insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Do you feel unfulfilled, in a rut, sad, anxious or just frustrated and unfulfilled that your not living your life to your full potential? Do you feel dissatisfied with your relationships or with your job or career? Do you feel that there is more to life and that you wish you could get more focused and motivated and have more meaning and purpose in you life? I have helped people with these issues and I feel I can be of help to you as well.
I use insight-oriented and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Do you feel unfulfilled, in a rut, sad, anxious or just frustrated and unfulfilled that your not living your life to your full potential? Do you feel dissatisfied with your relationships or with your job or career? Do you feel that there is more to life and that you wish you could get more focused and motivated and have more meaning and purpose in you life? I have helped people with these issues and I feel I can be of help to you as well.
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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.