Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Columbia, MD
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The Howard Group, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
The Howard Group is a Maryland based therapy practice with the mission to support the mental wellness of the African American community. As an African American male-led therapy practice, we understand the unique challenges faced by the teens and men in our community and are passionate about making a difference. Our therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive therapy and motivational interviewing strategies combined with 25+ years of experience. We provide a safe space for black males to find healing and restoration. If you need a safe environment where you feel valued and understood, we got you!
The Howard Group is a Maryland based therapy practice with the mission to support the mental wellness of the African American community. As an African American male-led therapy practice, we understand the unique challenges faced by the teens and men in our community and are passionate about making a difference. Our therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive therapy and motivational interviewing strategies combined with 25+ years of experience. We provide a safe space for black males to find healing and restoration. If you need a safe environment where you feel valued and understood, we got you!
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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Suzanne Ricklin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.
Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity for clients to explore personal growth work, clarify goals, improve self esteem, reduce stress and better understand themselves and their relationships with others. For 25 years, I've provided counseling for children, adolescents and adults dealing with a range of personal, emotional and mental health issues. In a quiet, relaxed setting, I work with clients to develop effective communication, decision making and problem solving skills to deal with challenges they face. I incorporate extensive training in cognitive, behavioral, dialectical and family therapy as well as relaxing breathing, storytelling and metaphors to help clients achieve more balanced, fulfilling lives.
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Indrani Mookerjee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
Are you looking for therapy that actually works? Do you want to get unstuck? Are you looking to thrive not just survive? I have over 25 years' of experience in evidence based treatment that gets us real results. I work with individuals, couples and families using TEAM-CBT a strengths based, solution-focused approach. Our measurement based model is completely customized to your needs. My clients and I are equal partners in the treatment process. TEAM -CBT is backed by robust research and the goal always is that my clients must feel better and have the tools to stay better. In-person and telehealth sessions are part of my practice.
Are you looking for therapy that actually works? Do you want to get unstuck? Are you looking to thrive not just survive? I have over 25 years' of experience in evidence based treatment that gets us real results. I work with individuals, couples and families using TEAM-CBT a strengths based, solution-focused approach. Our measurement based model is completely customized to your needs. My clients and I are equal partners in the treatment process. TEAM -CBT is backed by robust research and the goal always is that my clients must feel better and have the tools to stay better. In-person and telehealth sessions are part of my practice.
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Angela Alborn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045
We will work together utilizing narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, trauma focused therapy or mindfulness practices to unlock your full potential.
The journey you are on is far greater than the season you are walking through. Adjusting to life in a post pandemic world has left many learning to cope with the unknown; unknown stress, unknown career paths, unknown relationships, unknown trauma, unknown sense of self. Sometimes these unknowns cause increased anxiety, depressive states, low self esteem, stress in relationships and loss of direction. You are capable of embracing your unknowns to build your new life, even if it appears to be far different than you planned. You have the power. We just need to grow it.
We will work together utilizing narrative therapy, CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, trauma focused therapy or mindfulness practices to unlock your full potential.
The journey you are on is far greater than the season you are walking through. Adjusting to life in a post pandemic world has left many learning to cope with the unknown; unknown stress, unknown career paths, unknown relationships, unknown trauma, unknown sense of self. Sometimes these unknowns cause increased anxiety, depressive states, low self esteem, stress in relationships and loss of direction. You are capable of embracing your unknowns to build your new life, even if it appears to be far different than you planned. You have the power. We just need to grow it.
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Halcyon Clinical Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21045 (Online Only)
We have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), EDMR, and trauma-informed care.
Halcyon Clinical a multi-disciplinary practice, is currently accepting new clients via the teletherapy platform and at our location in Howard County. Sessions are structured using evidence-based interventions, and our proprietary Care Measured tool examines a client's progress during treatment. Currently, offering clinical supervision for LMSW/LGPC.
We have been trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), EDMR, and trauma-informed care.
Halcyon Clinical a multi-disciplinary practice, is currently accepting new clients via the teletherapy platform and at our location in Howard County. Sessions are structured using evidence-based interventions, and our proprietary Care Measured tool examines a client's progress during treatment. Currently, offering clinical supervision for LMSW/LGPC.
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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, relationship issues, trauma, grief, 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, person-centered, solution-focused 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, relationship issues, trauma, grief, 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, person-centered, solution-focused and other mindfulness-based approaches to address difficult issues.
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Alexcia R. Wattie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is to provide therapy and support to help clients effectively address personal challenges. There is no single approach that is right for every individual and I'm highly committed to offer a personalized approach tailored to each client. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy to help ignite a change that you can see and feel.
My therapeutic approach is to provide therapy and support to help clients effectively address personal challenges. There is no single approach that is right for every individual and I'm highly committed to offer a personalized approach tailored to each client. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy to help ignite a change that you can see and feel.
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Josie Bodenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
The past few years appear to have either been the catalyst to new stressors or have exacerbated what was already bothersome but manageable. What stumbling blocks are getting in your way? If you are trying to manage issues related to eating disordered behaviors , problems with your mood such as depression , anxiety or other stressors impeding your ability to manage more effectively, I would like to help you. I use multiple approaches such as CBT and DBT and psychodynamic therapy to help explore, understand and manage various symptoms and problems.
The past few years appear to have either been the catalyst to new stressors or have exacerbated what was already bothersome but manageable. What stumbling blocks are getting in your way? If you are trying to manage issues related to eating disordered behaviors , problems with your mood such as depression , anxiety or other stressors impeding your ability to manage more effectively, I would like to help you. I use multiple approaches such as CBT and DBT and psychodynamic therapy to help explore, understand and manage various symptoms and problems.
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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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These techniques include EMDR, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, art therapy, psychotherapy and positive psychology.
Are you craving change? Tired of letting fear and anxiety intrude on your life? Do you want to have more meaningful and authentic relationships? Counseling and therapy begins with a longing. Your longing might be for better relationships, more trust in yourself, less anxiety, feeling worthy and lovable, or feeling connected to your passion and purpose in life. I provide individual counseling for adults who are looking to create a future that is better than their past.
These techniques include EMDR, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, art therapy, psychotherapy and positive psychology.
Are you craving change? Tired of letting fear and anxiety intrude on your life? Do you want to have more meaningful and authentic relationships? Counseling and therapy begins with a longing. Your longing might be for better relationships, more trust in yourself, less anxiety, feeling worthy and lovable, or feeling connected to your passion and purpose in life. I provide individual counseling for adults who are looking to create a future that is better than their past.
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I specialize in adult individuals struggling with all types of issues: life transitions, depression and anxiety, addiction, bi-polar, OCD, and more. I enjoy working with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. I employ a psychodynamic framework with most of my clients, however, I utilizes many cognitive-behavioral techniques and principles, as well. I especially enjoy the integration of Christian spirituality and psychology, though I welcome any one from any background. I believe that who we are is formed in relationship, so healing comes through (the therapeutic) relationship.
I specialize in adult individuals struggling with all types of issues: life transitions, depression and anxiety, addiction, bi-polar, OCD, and more. I enjoy working with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. I employ a psychodynamic framework with most of my clients, however, I utilizes many cognitive-behavioral techniques and principles, as well. I especially enjoy the integration of Christian spirituality and psychology, though I welcome any one from any background. I believe that who we are is formed in relationship, so healing comes through (the therapeutic) relationship.
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Jennifer uses a person-centered, strength-based approach overall and includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques, believing that one size does not fit all.
Jennifer Brooks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults through a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, loss of independence, coping with caregiving stresses, motivation, self-esteem, and life transitions. Jennifer completed her MSW at New York University. Between her previous work travels and being a former military spouse, she has had a multitude of experiences that better inform her work and her ability to connect with different people.
Jennifer uses a person-centered, strength-based approach overall and includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques, believing that one size does not fit all.
Jennifer Brooks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults through a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, loss of independence, coping with caregiving stresses, motivation, self-esteem, and life transitions. Jennifer completed her MSW at New York University. Between her previous work travels and being a former military spouse, she has had a multitude of experiences that better inform her work and her ability to connect with different people.
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Elizabeth Venenga
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
My focus in the counseling relationship is on promoting growth and healing by exploring the role of individual identity, coping strategies, support systems, and trauma in your life. I hope to help you find meaning, achieve personal goals, engage in healthy relationships, and confront past hurtful or painful experiences. I use a client-centered approach to therapy while also incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, and existential psychotherapy.
My focus in the counseling relationship is on promoting growth and healing by exploring the role of individual identity, coping strategies, support systems, and trauma in your life. I hope to help you find meaning, achieve personal goals, engage in healthy relationships, and confront past hurtful or painful experiences. I use a client-centered approach to therapy while also incorporating aspects of CBT, DBT, and existential psychotherapy.
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Adult Columbia Personal Therapy/Career Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
Some of the tools I use in my practice include: guided imagery, hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), relaxation techniques, cognitive retraining, teaching life skills: communication, assertiveness, time and stress management, personality and career inventories, etc.
Take charge of your life...manage communications, thinking, emotions, behaviors and goals! When you and I meet in session, it will be a unique experience designed to meet what works for your needs and goals. I view each person in a holistic framework that encompasses cognitive, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects. The goal of our work together is to achieve a sense of balance in your life where all aspects of you are working together in harmony to achieve wellness. My training and experience encompass an eclectic approach that combines the newest research and time tested theories, strategies, and techniques.
Some of the tools I use in my practice include: guided imagery, hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), relaxation techniques, cognitive retraining, teaching life skills: communication, assertiveness, time and stress management, personality and career inventories, etc.
Take charge of your life...manage communications, thinking, emotions, behaviors and goals! When you and I meet in session, it will be a unique experience designed to meet what works for your needs and goals. I view each person in a holistic framework that encompasses cognitive, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects. The goal of our work together is to achieve a sense of balance in your life where all aspects of you are working together in harmony to achieve wellness. My training and experience encompass an eclectic approach that combines the newest research and time tested theories, strategies, and techniques.
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My theoretical orientation is an integrative blend of contemporary Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.
I believe that a genuine strength exists in seeking support in periods of suffering. As a therapist, I consider my role as that of an expert navigator along your journey toward growth, improvement, and symptom relief. It is one of the great privileges of my life to work with individuals as they meet life's challenges, helping them to author new insights, strategies, enrichment, and strength. Through our collaborative work, I believe that lasting change is quite possible.
My theoretical orientation is an integrative blend of contemporary Cognitive-Behavior Therapy.
I believe that a genuine strength exists in seeking support in periods of suffering. As a therapist, I consider my role as that of an expert navigator along your journey toward growth, improvement, and symptom relief. It is one of the great privileges of my life to work with individuals as they meet life's challenges, helping them to author new insights, strategies, enrichment, and strength. Through our collaborative work, I believe that lasting change is quite possible.
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We offer techniques such as DBT, mindfulness, CBT, EFT/tapping, IFS & EMDR and will work with you to tailor-make a treatment plan to meet your needs/goals.
What do you hope to gain from seeking therapy? Results? Whatever "results," look like for you, we are here to help you make that happen. We are experienced, outcome driven, and best of all, we do not judge you. We will work at your pace, but we will get things done none the less.
We offer techniques such as DBT, mindfulness, CBT, EFT/tapping, IFS & EMDR and will work with you to tailor-make a treatment plan to meet your needs/goals.
What do you hope to gain from seeking therapy? Results? Whatever "results," look like for you, we are here to help you make that happen. We are experienced, outcome driven, and best of all, we do not judge you. We will work at your pace, but we will get things done none the less.
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Lauren Ilene Mirkin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCP, NCC, LDN, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044
In addition to extensive education in working with eating disorders,I have had significant training in mindfulness, CBT,Motivational Interviewing, self-hypnosis, and personality type.
Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.
In addition to extensive education in working with eating disorders,I have had significant training in mindfulness, CBT,Motivational Interviewing, self-hypnosis, and personality type.
Are you feeling stuck, down, depressed, unmotivated, unfocused? Are you trapped in overwhelming emotions or unhelpful thinking? Are your relationships causing you distress? I am here to help you on your journey to greater inner harmony, balance, joy, and aliveness. I am an experienced psychotherapist who finds great fulfillment in helping my clients overcome their emotional hurdles and enabling them to live more productive and fulfilling lives. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. I am here to help you discover your strengths and see the sunny side of life more often.
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Tenneh Johnson Kemah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, MD 21046
I am trained in many techniques, including Cognitive Therapies, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Brainspotting, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, Imago, and Grief Counseling.
When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.
I am trained in many techniques, including Cognitive Therapies, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Brainspotting, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman, Imago, and Grief Counseling.
When you are looking for a therapist, that decision often comes during times of crisis. This loss of balance and connection makes it hard to make decisions or trust anyone. But as you take this first step, I will honor your trust with a relationship that is free of judgement and focused on finding your foundation. Whether you are coping with trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, life transition, relationship or marital issues, we can work together to make things better. I bring to the table a deep knowledge of a diverse set of treatment methods that allow me to tailor your therapy uniquely to your personality, challenges and life.
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Carol A. Levine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Columbia, MD 21044 (Online Only)
I offer psychoanalytic, psychodynamic and cognitive therapies that will help you return to yourself - so you can reclaim your life and feel contentment.
Do you experience anxiety, including social fear and avoidance? Do you feel anxious in romantic relationships or just want to feel less worried and depressed? I get it! Does your angst leave you feeling empty, angry and irritable? Life can be absolutely overwhelming and actually scary, at times, especially when stress piles up and we’re trying to juggle a career, a marriage and parenting. Unhealed wounds and traumatic experiences from our past wreak havoc on our present and we don’t know how to repair the damage. But there are answers!
I offer psychoanalytic, psychodynamic and cognitive therapies that will help you return to yourself - so you can reclaim your life and feel contentment.
Do you experience anxiety, including social fear and avoidance? Do you feel anxious in romantic relationships or just want to feel less worried and depressed? I get it! Does your angst leave you feeling empty, angry and irritable? Life can be absolutely overwhelming and actually scary, at times, especially when stress piles up and we’re trying to juggle a career, a marriage and parenting. Unhealed wounds and traumatic experiences from our past wreak havoc on our present and we don’t know how to repair the damage. But there are answers!
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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.