Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Jacksonville, NC
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CG Counseling and Consulting PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540
The Counseling experience involves active participation of the client to ensure change, the goal being to treat problems by working through issues, not by going around them. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Cognitive Behavioral therapy as well as Trauma Focused CBT.
The Counseling experience involves active participation of the client to ensure change, the goal being to treat problems by working through issues, not by going around them. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Cognitive Behavioral therapy as well as Trauma Focused CBT.
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Palms Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Our lead therapist is "Additionally Certified in "Grief & Loss" Using various methods such as Interactive Journaling, CBT (Talk therapy), Relational Therapy, Art Therapy to meet your "individual" needs.
Have you been suffering from Grief & Loss, terminally ill, or just feeling alone and isolated, unheard? Need someone that will truly listen and talk "with you"? Taking things at your pace, understanding your needs, we provide "care" because we care. We can help you through what may be the hardest challenges you have faced. Have you lost yourself or a loved one to Opioid Addiction and need help with medication management and therapy? We have over 16 years helping people build new lives which allows them to move forward by healing forward. We also provide "Pet/Fur Kids" Loss therapy as we at PWC "all" relate first hand to this pain.
Our lead therapist is "Additionally Certified in "Grief & Loss" Using various methods such as Interactive Journaling, CBT (Talk therapy), Relational Therapy, Art Therapy to meet your "individual" needs.
Have you been suffering from Grief & Loss, terminally ill, or just feeling alone and isolated, unheard? Need someone that will truly listen and talk "with you"? Taking things at your pace, understanding your needs, we provide "care" because we care. We can help you through what may be the hardest challenges you have faced. Have you lost yourself or a loved one to Opioid Addiction and need help with medication management and therapy? We have over 16 years helping people build new lives which allows them to move forward by healing forward. We also provide "Pet/Fur Kids" Loss therapy as we at PWC "all" relate first hand to this pain.
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Chrissy Dawn Keefe
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Listening, Active Listening, and Eco-Therapy techniques in my approach.
Are you a veteran or service member and feel that while a therapist can understand what you have been through, but really cannot know? Are you Transgender, a member of the LGBTQIA+, or are you questioning things about yourself that you cannot fully understand? Are you a parent who has questions after their child has come out as transgender? Do you want a therapist who does not use a cookie cutter approach and will tailor the approach to you as an individual?
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Listening, Active Listening, and Eco-Therapy techniques in my approach.
Are you a veteran or service member and feel that while a therapist can understand what you have been through, but really cannot know? Are you Transgender, a member of the LGBTQIA+, or are you questioning things about yourself that you cannot fully understand? Are you a parent who has questions after their child has come out as transgender? Do you want a therapist who does not use a cookie cutter approach and will tailor the approach to you as an individual?
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C. Anne Whitfield
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Anne uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapies, solution-focused methods, education, and behavioral techniques to help each of her patients.
Anne treats a variety of clinical disorders, including mood disorders, attention and focus issues, stress management, relationship/martial issues, domestic violence and child abuse, grief and loss, women’s issues, and cultural lifestyle issues. Anne has been active in providing services to active-duty service members and their families coping with domestic violence. Additionally, she has a passion for working with teachers that teach exceptional children or children with challenging behavioral issues in the classroom. As well as individuals coping with chronic health conditions to cope and process their illness.
Anne uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapies, solution-focused methods, education, and behavioral techniques to help each of her patients.
Anne treats a variety of clinical disorders, including mood disorders, attention and focus issues, stress management, relationship/martial issues, domestic violence and child abuse, grief and loss, women’s issues, and cultural lifestyle issues. Anne has been active in providing services to active-duty service members and their families coping with domestic violence. Additionally, she has a passion for working with teachers that teach exceptional children or children with challenging behavioral issues in the classroom. As well as individuals coping with chronic health conditions to cope and process their illness.
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Rhonda Dunning
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Online Only)
My therapy approaches are those of Solution-Focused as well as CBT.
Pooh said "Today was a difficult day." "Do you want to talk about it?" asked Piglet. "No," said Pooh. "No I don't think I do." "That's ok," said Piglet as he came and sat beside his friend. "What are you doing?" asked Pooh. "Nothing really," said Piglet. "But I know what difficult days are like. I quite often don't feel like talking about it on my difficult days either. "Goodness", continued Piglet, "difficult days are so much easier when you know you've got someone there for you and I will always be here for you Pooh". Do you ever feel lonely, sad, stuck in life no matter what you do, like Pooh? I can be your Piglet.
My therapy approaches are those of Solution-Focused as well as CBT.
Pooh said "Today was a difficult day." "Do you want to talk about it?" asked Piglet. "No," said Pooh. "No I don't think I do." "That's ok," said Piglet as he came and sat beside his friend. "What are you doing?" asked Pooh. "Nothing really," said Piglet. "But I know what difficult days are like. I quite often don't feel like talking about it on my difficult days either. "Goodness", continued Piglet, "difficult days are so much easier when you know you've got someone there for you and I will always be here for you Pooh". Do you ever feel lonely, sad, stuck in life no matter what you do, like Pooh? I can be your Piglet.
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Dawn K Clark
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Online Only)
My name is Dawn Clark, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 27 years of clinical experience. My primary focal point is adults and couples with Anxiety, Depression, Women's Issues, Sexual Orientation, Trauma, and PTSD. I focus on helping and encouraging individuals., not treating a disorder. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Coaching, Couples Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe that I am very direct and open-minded, and no one should ever feel out of place in a relationship.
My name is Dawn Clark, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 27 years of clinical experience. My primary focal point is adults and couples with Anxiety, Depression, Women's Issues, Sexual Orientation, Trauma, and PTSD. I focus on helping and encouraging individuals., not treating a disorder. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused, Coaching, Couples Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe that I am very direct and open-minded, and no one should ever feel out of place in a relationship.
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Virginia L. Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
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.
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Janiqua Obey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546 (Online Only)
I provide an eclectic range of approaches to meet the needs of those I serve varying from person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused, and CBT.
Currently accepting NEW clients at this time, please USE website button to schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation. Are you or your child having difficulty navigating those teenage years? Are you struggling to find peace within your yourself, let alone peace within your home? Has life just become too overwhelming and finding the next step seems so far away? Here at Youthful Connections, you will find yourself being serviced by a Licensed therapist and Life Coach that tailors care around the needs of adolescents (11-17), and adults including parents/caregivers and families.
I provide an eclectic range of approaches to meet the needs of those I serve varying from person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused, and CBT.
Currently accepting NEW clients at this time, please USE website button to schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation. Are you or your child having difficulty navigating those teenage years? Are you struggling to find peace within your yourself, let alone peace within your home? Has life just become too overwhelming and finding the next step seems so far away? Here at Youthful Connections, you will find yourself being serviced by a Licensed therapist and Life Coach that tailors care around the needs of adolescents (11-17), and adults including parents/caregivers and families.
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Raven Therapeutic Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Reality Therapy along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are some approaches I use in therapy.
Are you struggling with issues related to addiction, anxiety, depression or major life changes? Have you been hit with anxiety in ways that has impacted your ability to get things done? Has your alcohol or drug use affected relationships with loved ones? Have things in life shifted or changed and you are feeling stuck? Maybe you are a military spouse and you just moved to the area from yet another military move. Or you recently transitioned out of the military and you are struggling with civilian life. I’m here to support you with exploring perspective, building insight and improve your decision making skills.
Reality Therapy along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are some approaches I use in therapy.
Are you struggling with issues related to addiction, anxiety, depression or major life changes? Have you been hit with anxiety in ways that has impacted your ability to get things done? Has your alcohol or drug use affected relationships with loved ones? Have things in life shifted or changed and you are feeling stuck? Maybe you are a military spouse and you just moved to the area from yet another military move. Or you recently transitioned out of the military and you are struggling with civilian life. I’m here to support you with exploring perspective, building insight and improve your decision making skills.
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Progressive Wellness Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! It is truly a joy to serve individuals and families as they work toward progress in health and well-being. Taking the first steps to getting help is brave, but I understand it can also be overwhelming. I hope to provide information that will allow you to make the best choice for yourself, your teen and/or your family. I work exclusively with teens/adults in my professional practice. I am trained in Trauma Focused CBT and Eye Movement Desensitization Processing (EMDR). Youth and trauma survivors have unique needs. It is important to find a therapist that understands this and has the appropriate training and experience.
Welcome! It is truly a joy to serve individuals and families as they work toward progress in health and well-being. Taking the first steps to getting help is brave, but I understand it can also be overwhelming. I hope to provide information that will allow you to make the best choice for yourself, your teen and/or your family. I work exclusively with teens/adults in my professional practice. I am trained in Trauma Focused CBT and Eye Movement Desensitization Processing (EMDR). Youth and trauma survivors have unique needs. It is important to find a therapist that understands this and has the appropriate training and experience.
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Karl Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-A, MATCH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546 (Online Only)
Greetings, my name is Karl Miller. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults aged 10 years old and older, helping them foster a stable mental health while managing their emotional well-being. I am a MATCH (Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems)-certified and trained therapist who utilized (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution focus and empowerment techniques to help you overcome potential life stressors.
Greetings, my name is Karl Miller. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults aged 10 years old and older, helping them foster a stable mental health while managing their emotional well-being. I am a MATCH (Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, or Conduct Problems)-certified and trained therapist who utilized (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution focus and empowerment techniques to help you overcome potential life stressors.
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Verified Verified
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Jacksonville, NC 28546 (Online Only)
In order to address these areas I often incorporate best practice models to include CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology.
I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is built on confidentiality, trust, empathy, transparency, and respect. In using a person-centered approach, I work to gain a full understanding of each client and their interactions with family and the world around them. Together we will explore your identified problems, develop solutions, identify goals, and ultimately work towards a happier and healthier way of living.
In order to address these areas I often incorporate best practice models to include CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology.
I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is built on confidentiality, trust, empathy, transparency, and respect. In using a person-centered approach, I work to gain a full understanding of each client and their interactions with family and the world around them. Together we will explore your identified problems, develop solutions, identify goals, and ultimately work towards a happier and healthier way of living.
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Brienna Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Online Only)
For those with Combat Stress or Trauma, traditional therapy models tend to fail because they are based on cognitive reframing, emotional intelligence and empathy...something that was conditioned out of you and never put back. Being asked to "think positively," "do your deep breathing," and "use your coping skills" rarely works if you are not taught the WHY. That's where psycho-education comes in. Humans have an intrinsic need to understand the purpose behind what we are doing for it to hold any meaning, let alone be implemented. Book with me by clicking on my website!
For those with Combat Stress or Trauma, traditional therapy models tend to fail because they are based on cognitive reframing, emotional intelligence and empathy...something that was conditioned out of you and never put back. Being asked to "think positively," "do your deep breathing," and "use your coping skills" rarely works if you are not taught the WHY. That's where psycho-education comes in. Humans have an intrinsic need to understand the purpose behind what we are doing for it to hold any meaning, let alone be implemented. Book with me by clicking on my website!
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Monique Ivanov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
I am credentialed in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have 20 years experience as a clinician and work with all age groups providing individual, marital, family, and group counseling services. Additionally I taught full time for UNC-Wilmington and was the UNCW Extension Campus Social Work Program Coordinator. I have presented statewide for the National Association for Social Workers on topics such as "Working with Military and their Families", "Working with Children Diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorders", and "Positive Discipline Techniques." Additionally, I facilitate the only state approved Batterer Intervention Program in Onslow County for Domestic Violence Incidences.
I am credentialed in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have 20 years experience as a clinician and work with all age groups providing individual, marital, family, and group counseling services. Additionally I taught full time for UNC-Wilmington and was the UNCW Extension Campus Social Work Program Coordinator. I have presented statewide for the National Association for Social Workers on topics such as "Working with Military and their Families", "Working with Children Diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorders", and "Positive Discipline Techniques." Additionally, I facilitate the only state approved Batterer Intervention Program in Onslow County for Domestic Violence Incidences.
I have training in play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and a wide array of other orientations.
I enjoy working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a wide array of presenting difficulties. I am person-centered and assist individuals with working towards their own personal goals. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups to assist with the achievement of these goals. While I feel comfortable addressing any issue, I am always willing to refer to another provider if needed.
I have training in play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and a wide array of other orientations.
I enjoy working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and with a wide array of presenting difficulties. I am person-centered and assist individuals with working towards their own personal goals. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups to assist with the achievement of these goals. While I feel comfortable addressing any issue, I am always willing to refer to another provider if needed.
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The approaches I use are CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, & Person-Centered Therapy.
Everyone has a story to tell. I have an endless passion for helping people become the best version of themselves. I am dedicated to assisting individuals in learning new ways of managing life's stressors that interfere with healthy functioning and creating healthy, supportive, and meaningful relationships.
The approaches I use are CBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, & Person-Centered Therapy.
Everyone has a story to tell. I have an endless passion for helping people become the best version of themselves. I am dedicated to assisting individuals in learning new ways of managing life's stressors that interfere with healthy functioning and creating healthy, supportive, and meaningful relationships.
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A Butterfly and Beyond Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, CASDCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Online Only)
At a Butterfly and Beyond Counseling, Dr. Chatara Williams specializes in working with individuals, children and families using CBT, DBT, therapy through play activities, and client-centered techniques addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and DMDD among others. Dr. Williams is a also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist working with Autistic children and the neurodivergent population as well as providing therapy and support to their parents and families.
At a Butterfly and Beyond Counseling, Dr. Chatara Williams specializes in working with individuals, children and families using CBT, DBT, therapy through play activities, and client-centered techniques addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, and DMDD among others. Dr. Williams is a also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist working with Autistic children and the neurodivergent population as well as providing therapy and support to their parents and families.
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Robin Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize primarily in cognitive behavioral therapy because I firmly believe that changing the way we think can change the way we feel! For those who desire a Christian approach to therapy, I am able to offer that as well, upon request.
I am a licensed psychologist, PsyPACT member, and former adjunct faculty of Craven Community and Lenoir Community College. I work under the umbrella of Alpha Neurobehavioral Clinic in Jacksonville, NC. I help individuals ages 20 and older to manage conditions such as generalized anxiety, health anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, panic attacks, PTSD and emotional eating. I also help individuals with things such as communication skills, building boundaries, life transitions, being a military spouse, weathering the throes of peri-menopause and menopause, adopting a vegan lifestyle, grief and much more!
I specialize primarily in cognitive behavioral therapy because I firmly believe that changing the way we think can change the way we feel! For those who desire a Christian approach to therapy, I am able to offer that as well, upon request.
I am a licensed psychologist, PsyPACT member, and former adjunct faculty of Craven Community and Lenoir Community College. I work under the umbrella of Alpha Neurobehavioral Clinic in Jacksonville, NC. I help individuals ages 20 and older to manage conditions such as generalized anxiety, health anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, panic attacks, PTSD and emotional eating. I also help individuals with things such as communication skills, building boundaries, life transitions, being a military spouse, weathering the throes of peri-menopause and menopause, adopting a vegan lifestyle, grief and much more!
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Brighter Life Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LCAS, CCMC, DBTC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28540
I have trained with and received supervision from one of the developers of Cognitive Processing Therapy and one of the developers of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior therapy.
Life can be very difficult at times, and I want to help. I have had the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic modalities, making me uniquely qualified to utilize the interventions that are most appropriate for each of my clients. In order to determine the most appropriate form of treatment, I collaborate with each of my clients to determine the issues they would like to address and the goals they would like to achieve. We are then in a better position to determine the most efficacious treatment modality.
I have trained with and received supervision from one of the developers of Cognitive Processing Therapy and one of the developers of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior therapy.
Life can be very difficult at times, and I want to help. I have had the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic modalities, making me uniquely qualified to utilize the interventions that are most appropriate for each of my clients. In order to determine the most appropriate form of treatment, I collaborate with each of my clients to determine the issues they would like to address and the goals they would like to achieve. We are then in a better position to determine the most efficacious treatment modality.
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My focus is on trauma-informed modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
Everyone deserves a non-judgmental therapist, someone who sees the light in even the parts of ourselves we are still working on, healing, or hiding. I desire to guide others in their best and higher versions of themselves while appreciating the mechanisms used to cope thus far.
My focus is on trauma-informed modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy.
Everyone deserves a non-judgmental therapist, someone who sees the light in even the parts of ourselves we are still working on, healing, or hiding. I desire to guide others in their best and higher versions of themselves while appreciating the mechanisms used to cope thus far.
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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.