Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Hubert, NC

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Sarah J Roe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539  (Online Only)
I tailor my approach to each person, using techniques taken from therapy models such as CBT, DBT and trauma informed approaches.
Life is beautiful, but it can be hard to face the challenges that come with it sometimes. Whether it be medical issues, family/relationship problems, or just common life stresses, all of us have challenges to overcome. Some challenges are short-lived and can be overcome with small adaptations of our mindset and/or coping strategies. Others, however, can be quite daunting and complex, such as trauma and addiction. I believe that regardless of the issues we face, we all want basically the same things - to feel safe and comfortable with ourselves, within our relationships, and in the world.
I tailor my approach to each person, using techniques taken from therapy models such as CBT, DBT and trauma informed approaches.
Life is beautiful, but it can be hard to face the challenges that come with it sometimes. Whether it be medical issues, family/relationship problems, or just common life stresses, all of us have challenges to overcome. Some challenges are short-lived and can be overcome with small adaptations of our mindset and/or coping strategies. Others, however, can be quite daunting and complex, such as trauma and addiction. I believe that regardless of the issues we face, we all want basically the same things - to feel safe and comfortable with ourselves, within our relationships, and in the world.
(252) 599-5224 View (252) 599-5224
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Colleen Cash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
(984) 833-2374 View (984) 833-2374
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Katie Drexler
Counselor, LCMHCA, NCC, PLLC
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
(252) 418-8443 View (252) 418-8443
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Derek Prescott
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PsyD, LCMHC, CAS, CATP
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
For appointments call or text 910-545-2142. We offer a compassionate and positive environment to help you make empowering decisions about life and overcome any struggles or obstacles. Using emphatic, compassionate, empowering skills, our goal is to assist you in applying the skills needed to make healthy changes. We view the therapeutic relationship as an honor and appreciate the courage that it takes to enter a healing relationship. We look forward to sharing your journey and believe that we will learn from one another throughout this healing journey.
For appointments call or text 910-545-2142. We offer a compassionate and positive environment to help you make empowering decisions about life and overcome any struggles or obstacles. Using emphatic, compassionate, empowering skills, our goal is to assist you in applying the skills needed to make healthy changes. We view the therapeutic relationship as an honor and appreciate the courage that it takes to enter a healing relationship. We look forward to sharing your journey and believe that we will learn from one another throughout this healing journey.
(910) 469-0264 View (910) 469-0264
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Melissa Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539  (Online Only)
Therapy should feel like a conversation between two people filled with some laughter, tears and comfort. What can you expect from me as your therapist? I am very laid back, open and honest. I am accessible to my clients in between sessions should a situation arise. I like to have a good time while also addressing your goals and believe that there are working sessions and venting sessions. Therapy is a great opportunity to get a new perspective, to increase self-esteem and to feel more confident in the decisions we are making and reframing those automatic negative thoughts.
Therapy should feel like a conversation between two people filled with some laughter, tears and comfort. What can you expect from me as your therapist? I am very laid back, open and honest. I am accessible to my clients in between sessions should a situation arise. I like to have a good time while also addressing your goals and believe that there are working sessions and venting sessions. Therapy is a great opportunity to get a new perspective, to increase self-esteem and to feel more confident in the decisions we are making and reframing those automatic negative thoughts.
(252) 381-9606 View (252) 381-9606
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Kelli Knapp
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, LCAS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
Waitlist for new clients
Currently have very limited availability and NO late afternoon/evening appointments. I love working with clients who are having difficulty with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, marital conflict, family conflict, substance use issues and grief.
Currently have very limited availability and NO late afternoon/evening appointments. I love working with clients who are having difficulty with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, marital conflict, family conflict, substance use issues and grief.
(910) 294-5977 View (910) 294-5977
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Sagestone PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LPCA, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
At Sagestone, we respect and acknowledge the vital aspects of your life and take a "whole you" approach. We use empathy, compassion, and curiosity to better understand you and your needs. We listen. We share our experience, "know how", and provide thought-provoking, substantive, and practical process. We provide support that fosters safety, curiosity, and growth. We meet you where you are, in the here and now, allowing you to experience grounded vulnerability, presence, and acceptance, as you expand your way of being to embody inner peace, balance, and empowerment.
(252) 674-1971 View (252) 674-1971
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Hermeisha R. Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hubert, NC 28539  (Online Only)
If you find yourself frequently wrestling with feelings of inadequacy, coming back to the same negative core belief that "I am not good enough," feeling unmanageable emotional distress, and/or ongoing conflicts in relationships, then I am here to help. I help you get to the root of the conflict and distress, while increasing your awareness and confidence that will help you experience the relief you’ve been longing for.
If you find yourself frequently wrestling with feelings of inadequacy, coming back to the same negative core belief that "I am not good enough," feeling unmanageable emotional distress, and/or ongoing conflicts in relationships, then I am here to help. I help you get to the root of the conflict and distress, while increasing your awareness and confidence that will help you experience the relief you’ve been longing for.
(855) 777-0939 View (855) 777-0939
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David Knappenberger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539  (Online Only)
Seeing clients through the Psychology Today Telehealth portal allows me to assist clients throughout NC. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, anger issues, PTSD and Asperger's disorder. I work with couples to improve their communications & the overall quality of their relationships. I assist couples whose relationships have suffered from infidelity. I also help families deal with the challenges of divorce, step family formation, and parent/teenager conflicts. I have experienced divorce, remarriage, and step family issues, thus I understand the emotional impact of these life changes.
Seeing clients through the Psychology Today Telehealth portal allows me to assist clients throughout NC. I work with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, anger issues, PTSD and Asperger's disorder. I work with couples to improve their communications & the overall quality of their relationships. I assist couples whose relationships have suffered from infidelity. I also help families deal with the challenges of divorce, step family formation, and parent/teenager conflicts. I have experienced divorce, remarriage, and step family issues, thus I understand the emotional impact of these life changes.
(910) 817-4395 View (910) 817-4395
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Karen K. Esala (Open Water Wellness Pllc)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hubert, NC 28539
Do you ever feel a disconnect and you do not understand why? Perhaps, you play scenarios internally time and time again with little to no resolution. Maybe things from your past have never fully been resolved making it hard to streamline your thoughts. If you are seeking to find resolution, apply self-care, and enjoy the moment, I welcome you to contact me today. Together, we can determine goals applicable to your desired outcome, and strive to increase your overall level of wellness.
Do you ever feel a disconnect and you do not understand why? Perhaps, you play scenarios internally time and time again with little to no resolution. Maybe things from your past have never fully been resolved making it hard to streamline your thoughts. If you are seeking to find resolution, apply self-care, and enjoy the moment, I welcome you to contact me today. Together, we can determine goals applicable to your desired outcome, and strive to increase your overall level of wellness.
(910) 548-7851 View (910) 548-7851

More Therapists Nearby

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Tracy Berryhill
Counselor, MFT, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swansboro, NC 28584
I use an integration of methods of treatment such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), marriage and family therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Structural Family.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Depression? Family or marital issues? Just having a hard time getting through your day to day? We've all been there and I want to help you create and implement positive goals in your life to get you going in the right direction.
I use an integration of methods of treatment such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), marriage and family therapy, Person-Centered therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Structural Family.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Depression? Family or marital issues? Just having a hard time getting through your day to day? We've all been there and I want to help you create and implement positive goals in your life to get you going in the right direction.
(252) 616-0503 View (252) 616-0503
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Mary T Skinner-Vance
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCSW, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
Certified in EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Trauma Focused CBT.
Resiliency is a word that gets thrown around a lot. But what does it really mean? For most of us it is about recovering quickly from adversity and learning new skills to keep moving forward. Resiliency is the key to better social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is also the result of positive relationships; optimistic realism; self-compassion; healthy coping skills; emotional intelligence; and finding meaning and purpose in life. Therapy is one tool for building resiliency and getting you to where you want to be.
Certified in EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Trauma Focused CBT.
Resiliency is a word that gets thrown around a lot. But what does it really mean? For most of us it is about recovering quickly from adversity and learning new skills to keep moving forward. Resiliency is the key to better social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is also the result of positive relationships; optimistic realism; self-compassion; healthy coping skills; emotional intelligence; and finding meaning and purpose in life. Therapy is one tool for building resiliency and getting you to where you want to be.
(252) 486-5708 View (252) 486-5708
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Laura Ann Boswell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
I work with clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with a Solution-Focused approach that helps clients to build skills and resiliency so that they can better manage daily stressors and work towards building a happier, healthier life for the future.
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to empower and support my clients and their families in developing healthy adaptive skills as well as managing mental illness and life stressors through an integrative, solution focused counseling approach. I have experience in a range of treatment methods and I tailor my therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple and/or family.
I work with clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy with a Solution-Focused approach that helps clients to build skills and resiliency so that they can better manage daily stressors and work towards building a happier, healthier life for the future.
I am a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to empower and support my clients and their families in developing healthy adaptive skills as well as managing mental illness and life stressors through an integrative, solution focused counseling approach. I have experience in a range of treatment methods and I tailor my therapeutic approach to address the specific needs of the individual, couple and/or family.
(252) 787-7059 View (252) 787-7059
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Cheryl A Houghton
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swansboro, NC 28584
I take a very person centered approach to individual needs and goals utilizing a combination of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness as well as Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi there! My name is Cheryl, I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Morehead City, NC. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults. Individual counseling for children and teens can be very helpful in a variety of different ways. Counseling can help develop positive coping skills, change negative behaviors, build self-esteem and even help in learning social and relationship skills. I am here to support children and their parents in identifying struggles and barriers, reaching goals and building resiliency. Parents may be asked to join some sessions depending on needs and development.
I take a very person centered approach to individual needs and goals utilizing a combination of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness as well as Solution Focused Therapy.
Hi there! My name is Cheryl, I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Morehead City, NC. I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults. Individual counseling for children and teens can be very helpful in a variety of different ways. Counseling can help develop positive coping skills, change negative behaviors, build self-esteem and even help in learning social and relationship skills. I am here to support children and their parents in identifying struggles and barriers, reaching goals and building resiliency. Parents may be asked to join some sessions depending on needs and development.
(252) 207-0545 View (252) 207-0545
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Tabitha G Velotti
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Swansboro, NC 28584
She is a certified Yoga Nidra instructor, trained in Gottman Method level 2, and proficient in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia and suicide prevention.
Tabitha Velotti is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCa) with extensive experience providing mental health services to active duty service members and their families. She is passionate about helping individuals and families achieve mental wellness and build healthy relationships.
She is a certified Yoga Nidra instructor, trained in Gottman Method level 2, and proficient in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia and suicide prevention.
Tabitha Velotti is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCa) with extensive experience providing mental health services to active duty service members and their families. She is passionate about helping individuals and families achieve mental wellness and build healthy relationships.
(252) 888-6454 View (252) 888-6454
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Casie Branson Trauma Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
I am solution-focused with trainings in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT-Insomnia, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.
I am a trauma-focused therapist who works primarily with active duty service members, reservists, and veterans. I enjoy helping service members reach their full potential by processing through their past traumas and developing skills needed to enhance their daily lives. I have experience and enjoy working with first responders, including police officers, firefighters, and nurses.
I am solution-focused with trainings in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT-Insomnia, and Prolonged Exposure Therapy.
I am a trauma-focused therapist who works primarily with active duty service members, reservists, and veterans. I enjoy helping service members reach their full potential by processing through their past traumas and developing skills needed to enhance their daily lives. I have experience and enjoy working with first responders, including police officers, firefighters, and nurses.
(910) 333-1004 View (910) 333-1004
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Jamie Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28546  (Online Only)
I utilize several treatment modalities such as affirmative therapy, strength-based, mindfulness, and CBT.
Book now by clicking the website. Clients may be apprehensive about what a therapeutic experience may look and feel like. I am committed to helping them realize that the foundation of counseling is a conversation between two individuals in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. I build collaborative relationships with clients, offering them tools and strategies to help navigate life's complexities, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to reach their full potential. I have provided therapy in a range of settings, including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient settings, and private sector.
I utilize several treatment modalities such as affirmative therapy, strength-based, mindfulness, and CBT.
Book now by clicking the website. Clients may be apprehensive about what a therapeutic experience may look and feel like. I am committed to helping them realize that the foundation of counseling is a conversation between two individuals in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. I build collaborative relationships with clients, offering them tools and strategies to help navigate life's complexities, build resilience, and develop the skills needed to reach their full potential. I have provided therapy in a range of settings, including community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, outpatient settings, and private sector.
(910) 460-3780 View (910) 460-3780
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Michelle Richmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swansboro, NC 28584
Waitlist for new clients
I look forward to working with you to identify areas of concern and develop goals to address those concerns. I will use various therapeutic techniques (CBT and Strength Focused Approach) as well as resources to assist in resolving issues to meet your goals. I am trained in the use of EMDR with adults and children to address trauma and anxiety, which I have observed to be effective and life changing for many. I am happy to incorporate Christian/Biblical principles in our work together if you so choose.
I look forward to working with you to identify areas of concern and develop goals to address those concerns. I will use various therapeutic techniques (CBT and Strength Focused Approach) as well as resources to assist in resolving issues to meet your goals. I am trained in the use of EMDR with adults and children to address trauma and anxiety, which I have observed to be effective and life changing for many. I am happy to incorporate Christian/Biblical principles in our work together if you so choose.
(252) 300-0362 View (252) 300-0362
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Compassion Counseling Center ENC, PC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, DMin, MAEd, LCMHCS, NBCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swansboro, NC 28584
My counseling approach is an integrated framework created from Biblical principles and sound psychological and clinical findings to support persons in their journey of spiritual and psychological health, using Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Solution-focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems Theory, and Attachment Theory.
I have worked as a therapist for 25 years in various settings and have been licensed since 2006. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor/Supervisor, I have provided family, couple and individual counseling for adults. I am EMDR trained. I address parenting skills, marital issues, trauma, mood disorders, behavior disorders, thought disorders, career concerns, and spiritual concerns. As a professional Christian counselor, I believe that the Lord has the power to heal marriages, families, and individuals using Jesus as our example of how to live life and find perfect peace.
My counseling approach is an integrated framework created from Biblical principles and sound psychological and clinical findings to support persons in their journey of spiritual and psychological health, using Cognitive Behavioral Theory, Solution-focused Brief Therapy, Family Systems Theory, and Attachment Theory.
I have worked as a therapist for 25 years in various settings and have been licensed since 2006. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor/Supervisor, I have provided family, couple and individual counseling for adults. I am EMDR trained. I address parenting skills, marital issues, trauma, mood disorders, behavior disorders, thought disorders, career concerns, and spiritual concerns. As a professional Christian counselor, I believe that the Lord has the power to heal marriages, families, and individuals using Jesus as our example of how to live life and find perfect peace.
(252) 648-7175 View (252) 648-7175
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Virginia L. Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) for trauma treatment.
I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, marital distress/conflict, emotional and sexual abuse, and couples and families. I work with people who are struggling to create and maintain boundaries; experiencing communication difficulties; and feeling "disconnected", "angry" all the time, "stressed out" and "overwhelmed" with life. I offer a supportive space and acceptance, where judgment is suspended and solutions can be found. I view the recovery/healing process from bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective, I am an integrative experiential/strategic family system therapist, and a AAMFT Approved Supervisor.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) for trauma treatment.
I specialize in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, OCD, marital distress/conflict, emotional and sexual abuse, and couples and families. I work with people who are struggling to create and maintain boundaries; experiencing communication difficulties; and feeling "disconnected", "angry" all the time, "stressed out" and "overwhelmed" with life. I offer a supportive space and acceptance, where judgment is suspended and solutions can be found. I view the recovery/healing process from bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective, I am an integrative experiential/strategic family system therapist, and a AAMFT Approved Supervisor.
(910) 939-0551 View (910) 939-0551

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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.