Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Worcester, MA

" I am a dedicated and skilled Christian counselor with experience providing care for children, teenagers, and adults. I have experience treating individuals diagnosed with anxiety, trauma-related issues, depression, borderline personality, attention deficit disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar disorder, and adjustment disorders. I have experience providing individual and couples therapy. I recognize that my clients are able to make progress in treatment when they are open, ready, and able to commit to making changes in their lives. I am trained, experienced, and prepared to help my clients function better physically, emotionally, and spiritually."

I have several after-school appointments available

Rebekah Bernard is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. Her counseling style is warm and supportive, with a humanistic foundation. Rebekah has worked for clients with a wide range of needs and specializes in counseling grief/loss, existential concerns, stress/anxiety, communication challenges, anxiety/depression, and major life transitions. She has supported individuals living with terminal illness as well.

I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ and marginalized folks through a strength-based, trauma-informed lens. I also have experience working with clients coping with anxiety and depression along with other identity shifts that come with life transitions.

Know thyself, wrote the Greek scholar. My aim is to assist you toward effective and functional self-understanding so that you might pursue and achieve the life goals of which you, as a unique person, are most worthy. Harry Truman had on his desk, whatever job he held, these 10 words: "Know right from wrong. Do right. Do your best." I shall always use these words in your service.

Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for substance use counseling. I use a person-centered approach to counseling that puts emphasis on autonomy, strengths, and people's preferences while providing a non-judgemental, supportive space. I see substance use treatment as one that is holistic in nature, tying together lifestyle, personal beliefs, values, health, and motivations to help sustain recovery. I believe in taking an active, collaborative role as your counselor, helping you to reach your goals.

My ideal clients are interested in improving their self awareness of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I treat any of the following issues: depression, anxiety, anger, substance abuse, relationship issues, sexual behaviors, trauma, domestic violence, low self-esteem, eating disorders, attention deficit difficulties, autism, schizophrenia, stress management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, child behavior and attitude problems, school behavior, low motivation, weight loss, quitting smoking, grief and loss of a loved one, divorce, parenting issues, co-dependency, pain management, social skills development, bi-polar disorder, abusive family situations, work problems, shame/inappropriate guilt, and negative thinking but treat many more issues.

I am accepting new clients age 18 and older. I am a licensed addiction counselor and a licensed mental health clinician. I work with individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma related disorders, eating disorders and many other mental health and substance use disorders. I believe in person-centered care and will work with a client to reach goals related to interpersonal relationships along with treating the disorder.

Above all, I prioritize building authentic connections with my clients based on empathy, trust, and mutual respect. I understand that the therapeutic journey can be challenging, and I am dedicated to walking alongside my clients, empowering them to tap into their inner resources, overcome obstacles, and cultivate meaningful change in their lives. My approach to therapy is grounded in a deep respect for diversity and cultural sensitivity By integrating CBT, Play Therapy, and Expressive Therapy techniques, I aim to empower youth and families to navigate life's challenges with resiliency and compassion and I am a proud LGBTQ+ ally.

I provide individual therapy with adults who are ready for change. This may be dealing with issues like ruminating thoughts, anxiety attacks, disassociation, flashbacks, obsessions and compulsions, triggers and cognitive distortions Etc. I specialize in anxiety/panic, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, DID, schizophrenia, substance abuse, and LGBTQIA+-related issues as well as many other conditions.

“I believe that therapy is a platform that allows people to understand themselves better. The therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to overcome challenges by trialing coping skills and talking through issues to gain new insight. Engaging in activities of wellness that supports the whole individual promotes continuous healing that allows us to connect to ourselves and others on a deeper level.”

To be human is to have joy and struggle. Without struggle, we know not joy. That being said, sometimes when people make every effort to do their best, they still have hard times in life for many reasons. Sometimes people seek out a professional counselor for help with mental health issues, substance abuse issues or other aspects of life that are difficult to manage alone. Hopefully, by engaging in counseling you will get help in developing and meeting your individual goals and finding solutions to many facets of life that have been difficult, e.g., anxiety, depression, substance abuse, life transitions, etc.

Jeffrey White is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience providing empathic listening and compassionate understanding to adults, couples, and families looking to increase their insight and understanding into how they function, and relate to themselves and others to improve their quality of life. Jeffrey utilizes a strength’s based, here and now approach, to address issues associated with depression, anxiety, PTSD, C-PTSD, relationship betrayal, stress management, self -esteem, co-dependency, life transition, anger management and grief/loss.

Do you ever feel like the odds are against you? Or nothing ever goes right for you? Let's talk about how you can start living the life you want to live! Maybe it's that you have trouble finding the right partner for you. Or maybe you want to feel better about who you are. No matter the issue, together, we can make the changes necessary to improve your life. I love working with clients of all ages who are ready to make the change they've been putting off.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Massachusetts & Vermont) with extensive experience treating Substance Use, Mood Disorders, and Personality Disorders using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Combining these tried and tested therapies with genuine compassion, validation and understanding is how we will help build insight and resilience to find a path toward the living the life you want.

Immediate availability for psychiatric medication management with our psychiatric nurse practitioner for individuals ages 16 and up. The mission of Cornerstone Behavioral Health is to provide comprehensive, state of the art behavioral health services by meeting all neuropsychological, assessment, psychiatric and cognitive behavioral therapy needs of our clientele (children, adolescents and adults) in our roles as diagnosticians, therapists, and consultants.

I enjoy working with individuals with a sense of humor and a desire to understand themselves on a deeper level. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been working with individuals seeking a more enjoyable, peaceful and stable way of life since 2014. I prioritize the value of human connection and client/practitioner collaboration to achieve realistic goals and sustainable outcomes while in treatment.

July 2024: Currently no waitlist!-I am able to schedule new clients who have daytime (9a-2p) availability. I have considerable experience with substance/addictive disorders and mood disorders-particularly depressive and anxiety disorders. I take a humanistic approach and will listen to your goals and help shape and provide direction to manage your current stresses. I believe a future-focused approach is crucial to become "unstuck." I will end sessions with an emphasis on making concrete positive behavioral changes. We will be developing a treatment plan together, goal setting for each week.

Life, at times, seems confusing and difficult. We find ourselves plagued by the past, anxious about the future, or overwhelmed by the stresses of today. Sometimes we feel all of these at once. Seeking help can be a hard thing to do, but seeking help is a courageous first step in making life better. Having worked in the health care and corporate sectors, and having served in the military, I understand some of the challenges you may be facing.