Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Mount Sterling, OH
Julia uses evidence-based practices in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Julia Johnston, LPCC Julia Johnston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2017. She attended Ohio Northern University where she received her BA in Psychology. At ONU, Julia worked with her professor to conduct research on how trauma impacts learning and memory. She presented her research findings at the national level. Julia attended John Carroll University for her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in addiction. Throughout her life, Julia has always been fascinated by how the brain works and how it influences thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Julia uses evidence-based practices in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Julia Johnston, LPCC Julia Johnston is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2017. She attended Ohio Northern University where she received her BA in Psychology. At ONU, Julia worked with her professor to conduct research on how trauma impacts learning and memory. She presented her research findings at the national level. Julia attended John Carroll University for her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in addiction. Throughout her life, Julia has always been fascinated by how the brain works and how it influences thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Kara Leach
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
Mount Sterling, OH 43143
Kara Leach is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2001. Kara provides individual therapy to women struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, postpartum anxiety/depression, life transitions, parenting struggles, relationship struggles, and perimenopause/menopause. Kara aims to meet her clients where they are in their current struggles and walk alongside them on their healing journey. She utilizes CBT, ACT, DBT, supportive therapy, and mindfulness.
Kara Leach is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2001. Kara provides individual therapy to women struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, postpartum anxiety/depression, life transitions, parenting struggles, relationship struggles, and perimenopause/menopause. Kara aims to meet her clients where they are in their current struggles and walk alongside them on their healing journey. She utilizes CBT, ACT, DBT, supportive therapy, and mindfulness.
Dominique Ater is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She gained experience working in community mental health settings focusing on co-occurring substance use and mental health issues focusing on behavior modification, depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, ODD, and borderline personality disorder. Dominique has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Dominique understands that asking a stranger for help can be difficult and scary.
Dominique Ater is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Ohio who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She gained experience working in community mental health settings focusing on co-occurring substance use and mental health issues focusing on behavior modification, depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, ODD, and borderline personality disorder. Dominique has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Dominique understands that asking a stranger for help can be difficult and scary.
Christa Carnahan is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 1996. Christa is very good at starting where a client is. She thinks that she builds a rapport well. Christa has strong skills at goal setting and can help someone figure out what goals will fit best for them. She can assist someone in breaking these goals down into manageable steps to help them achieve each small goal to feel successful. Christa works well with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Christa Carnahan is a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor in Ohio who has been practicing since 1996. Christa is very good at starting where a client is. She thinks that she builds a rapport well. Christa has strong skills at goal setting and can help someone figure out what goals will fit best for them. She can assist someone in breaking these goals down into manageable steps to help them achieve each small goal to feel successful. Christa works well with her clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.
Online Therapists
I am trained in and use empirically-validated therapies such as informed Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT; no phone coaching or group therapy), Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
Hello! My name is Dr. Courtney Wineland. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping, inspiring, and empowering young and adult women. I specialize in life transitions and changes, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, self-esteem and trauma. I provide a comprehensive approach to all clinical issues through a collaborative lens. I believe clients are the expert in their lives and value each client’s perspective on their own struggles. I enjoy utilizing a strength-based modality to ensure clients reach their full potential. Lets start your journey together towards living a more meaningful life!
I am trained in and use empirically-validated therapies such as informed Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT; no phone coaching or group therapy), Cognitive Behavior Therapy ( CBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
Hello! My name is Dr. Courtney Wineland. I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping, inspiring, and empowering young and adult women. I specialize in life transitions and changes, depression, anxiety, relationship stress, self-esteem and trauma. I provide a comprehensive approach to all clinical issues through a collaborative lens. I believe clients are the expert in their lives and value each client’s perspective on their own struggles. I enjoy utilizing a strength-based modality to ensure clients reach their full potential. Lets start your journey together towards living a more meaningful life!
Curtis Haywood
Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43214 (Online Only)
With 30 years of experience, I bring a lot of breadth and depth to my clinical work with clients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns. I approach my work with clients from a Client-Centered perspective integrating cognitive-behavioral, brief-solution focused, and Interpersonal processing perspectives and techniques. I also like to engage my clients in existential thought to explore what provides meaning and purpose in their lives as unique individuals and integrate Logotherapy and other meaning and purpose based philosophies into my practice.
With 30 years of experience, I bring a lot of breadth and depth to my clinical work with clients presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns. I approach my work with clients from a Client-Centered perspective integrating cognitive-behavioral, brief-solution focused, and Interpersonal processing perspectives and techniques. I also like to engage my clients in existential thought to explore what provides meaning and purpose in their lives as unique individuals and integrate Logotherapy and other meaning and purpose based philosophies into my practice.
Skill development is based in cognitive behavioral and mindfulness research outcomes.
Are you seeking something different for yourself or in your relationships? Do anxiety or depression get in the way of daily life flow or experiencing meaningful contact with others? Are you curious about mindfulness and cognitive behavioral skills? Do you want to develop specific skills that can shorten the duration of mood symptoms and result in feeling more empowered in your life and in your relationships?
Skill development is based in cognitive behavioral and mindfulness research outcomes.
Are you seeking something different for yourself or in your relationships? Do anxiety or depression get in the way of daily life flow or experiencing meaningful contact with others? Are you curious about mindfulness and cognitive behavioral skills? Do you want to develop specific skills that can shorten the duration of mood symptoms and result in feeling more empowered in your life and in your relationships?
I prefer to utilize Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) practices to help build your life around your core values and conquer anxiety.
Ever find yourself feeling like life's a bit like a puzzle but none of the pieces even fit? I'm ready to work alongside you, the client, as you navigate life’s tricky puzzle. Often my clients feel at a loss of what the path forward even looks like. Together, we’ll unlock what exactly is holding you back from your ideal life, discovering who you are at your core, and creating positive behavioral changes. I want to empower you to take charge and know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel no matter how dim it may look right now.
I prefer to utilize Person Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) practices to help build your life around your core values and conquer anxiety.
Ever find yourself feeling like life's a bit like a puzzle but none of the pieces even fit? I'm ready to work alongside you, the client, as you navigate life’s tricky puzzle. Often my clients feel at a loss of what the path forward even looks like. Together, we’ll unlock what exactly is holding you back from your ideal life, discovering who you are at your core, and creating positive behavioral changes. I want to empower you to take charge and know that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel no matter how dim it may look right now.
Ashley Nicole Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45229 (Online Only)
I integrate CBT, DBT, & solution-focused therapy, tailoring each method to meet your unique needs & guide you toward achieving your desired outcomes in a holistic and empowering way.
Wellness for the culture isn’t just a catchphrase; it is my form of activism. I am committed to nurturing the mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of Black people, particularly women and femmes. I understand the unique challenges you face - from code switching to grappling with the “strong Black woman” syndrome that often silences your pain. My vision is for you to achieve your definition of success without sacrificing your well-being. To build a relationship with yourself that embodies exquisite care, compassion, and consideration without shame. I want to help you learn how to prioritize rest and pleasure, without guilt.
I integrate CBT, DBT, & solution-focused therapy, tailoring each method to meet your unique needs & guide you toward achieving your desired outcomes in a holistic and empowering way.
Wellness for the culture isn’t just a catchphrase; it is my form of activism. I am committed to nurturing the mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of Black people, particularly women and femmes. I understand the unique challenges you face - from code switching to grappling with the “strong Black woman” syndrome that often silences your pain. My vision is for you to achieve your definition of success without sacrificing your well-being. To build a relationship with yourself that embodies exquisite care, compassion, and consideration without shame. I want to help you learn how to prioritize rest and pleasure, without guilt.
Sol Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mason, OH 45040
Drawing from various evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Attachment-Based Theory, Emotion Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and grief therapy.
Do you ever feel like your thoughts are constantly running wild, leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected? Having trouble dealing with trauma or feeling stuck in life's repetitive cycles? You're not alone and we are here to help! At Sol Counseling & Wellness, we specialize in working with individuals aged 18 and up dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and complicated relationships. We offer a safe and welcoming space to explore life's challenges. Together, we can work on breaking free from frustrating patterns. I use an approach tailored to your strengths, values, and needs.
Drawing from various evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Attachment-Based Theory, Emotion Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), and grief therapy.
Do you ever feel like your thoughts are constantly running wild, leaving you feeling stuck and disconnected? Having trouble dealing with trauma or feeling stuck in life's repetitive cycles? You're not alone and we are here to help! At Sol Counseling & Wellness, we specialize in working with individuals aged 18 and up dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and complicated relationships. We offer a safe and welcoming space to explore life's challenges. Together, we can work on breaking free from frustrating patterns. I use an approach tailored to your strengths, values, and needs.
Hello and welcome! My name is Amy Freede, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 11 years of clinical experience. In my practice, I draw from a range of therapy approaches depending on your specific circumstances and symptoms, such as Anxiety, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Pregnancy/Prenatal/Postpartum, and Women's Issues. While working with various individuals, I technically use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention, Interpersonal, Person-Centered, and Supportive therapies during treatment. I believe we are all trying our best.
Hello and welcome! My name is Amy Freede, and I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 11 years of clinical experience. In my practice, I draw from a range of therapy approaches depending on your specific circumstances and symptoms, such as Anxiety, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Pregnancy/Prenatal/Postpartum, and Women's Issues. While working with various individuals, I technically use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral ( CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention, Interpersonal, Person-Centered, and Supportive therapies during treatment. I believe we are all trying our best.
She focuses on aspects from Narrative, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help enhance working with her clients, while helping the individual broaden their understanding of what it means to be creative in their life.
Heather Curtis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2012. She attended University of California- Santa Cruz where she completed her B.A. in History of Art and Visual Culture. She then moved on to Notre Dame De Namur University in Belmont, CA for Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy. Heather’s work is centered around utilizing art and creative expression to enhance the therapeutic relationship and exploration of mental health symptoms to help the client meet their goals.
She focuses on aspects from Narrative, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help enhance working with her clients, while helping the individual broaden their understanding of what it means to be creative in their life.
Heather Curtis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2012. She attended University of California- Santa Cruz where she completed her B.A. in History of Art and Visual Culture. She then moved on to Notre Dame De Namur University in Belmont, CA for Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy. Heather’s work is centered around utilizing art and creative expression to enhance the therapeutic relationship and exploration of mental health symptoms to help the client meet their goals.
Nick Meister
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LPC, CCTP-II, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Groveport, OH 43125 (Online Only)
I have been trained in Trauma Focused- CBT and EMDR, and have significant experience helping clients through CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and more over the past six years.
I am licensed to work with clients in Ohio and South Carolina, and am accepting new clients! I have worked with a large variety of clients throughout my career, and have specialized in helping those struggling with PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders and relationship distress. I use a warm, direct and interactive approach to explore what is bringing you in, and the other issues that come up along the way, and offer my clinical knowledge and experience to help you meet your goals!
I have been trained in Trauma Focused- CBT and EMDR, and have significant experience helping clients through CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and more over the past six years.
I am licensed to work with clients in Ohio and South Carolina, and am accepting new clients! I have worked with a large variety of clients throughout my career, and have specialized in helping those struggling with PTSD, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders and relationship distress. I use a warm, direct and interactive approach to explore what is bringing you in, and the other issues that come up along the way, and offer my clinical knowledge and experience to help you meet your goals!
As a board certified neuropsychologist, I evaluate cognitive changes from neurological (e.
Life can bring about many obstacles - whether stressors or a medical condition - and a therapist can facilitate change or healing. Through psychotherapy, we can journey towards growth and peace, to improve your adjustment to an illness or stressor, anxiety, depression, trauma, or a spiritual crisis. If you have cognitive difficulties, we can develop cognitive rehabilitation and executive skills to strengthen your mental abilities to engage in home and work. At times, neurological injury brings behavioral changes. We can jointly develop a behavioral plan to manage behaviors to improve relationships and ensure safety.
As a board certified neuropsychologist, I evaluate cognitive changes from neurological (e.
Life can bring about many obstacles - whether stressors or a medical condition - and a therapist can facilitate change or healing. Through psychotherapy, we can journey towards growth and peace, to improve your adjustment to an illness or stressor, anxiety, depression, trauma, or a spiritual crisis. If you have cognitive difficulties, we can develop cognitive rehabilitation and executive skills to strengthen your mental abilities to engage in home and work. At times, neurological injury brings behavioral changes. We can jointly develop a behavioral plan to manage behaviors to improve relationships and ensure safety.
New Chapters Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LICDC
Verified Verified
Milford, OH 45150
We use a various amount of techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, blended approaches with trauma informed care.
We are three dually licensed therapists with experience in both substance use/mental health counseling. We aim to help children, adolescence, adults, and couples. We can help with divorce, grief/loss, relationship challenges, change of location/job, or anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or substance use. We have worked with clients who loved ones are struggling with addiction, so you can learn to cope and process. We also have worked with first responders due to high rates of trauma and depression. We offer telehealth and in person sessions. Sessions are between $90-125 per the clinician for individual sessions.
We use a various amount of techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, blended approaches with trauma informed care.
We are three dually licensed therapists with experience in both substance use/mental health counseling. We aim to help children, adolescence, adults, and couples. We can help with divorce, grief/loss, relationship challenges, change of location/job, or anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or substance use. We have worked with clients who loved ones are struggling with addiction, so you can learn to cope and process. We also have worked with first responders due to high rates of trauma and depression. We offer telehealth and in person sessions. Sessions are between $90-125 per the clinician for individual sessions.
I draw from a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness, CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, and solution-focused therapy.
I work with clients who are at a crossroads, grappling with life’s uncertainties and emotional challenges. Whether you’ve experienced a major life change, are struggling with chronic stress, anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, grief, depression, or feel overwhelmed by daily demands, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate these feelings on your own. In my practice, I strive to create a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your emotions, understand the root causes of your struggles, and develop healthier coping strategies. I believe in the power of self-awareness and self-compassion as key tools in the healing process.
I draw from a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness, CBT, DBT, ACT, ERP, and solution-focused therapy.
I work with clients who are at a crossroads, grappling with life’s uncertainties and emotional challenges. Whether you’ve experienced a major life change, are struggling with chronic stress, anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, grief, depression, or feel overwhelmed by daily demands, I understand how difficult it can be to navigate these feelings on your own. In my practice, I strive to create a safe, empathetic space where you can explore your emotions, understand the root causes of your struggles, and develop healthier coping strategies. I believe in the power of self-awareness and self-compassion as key tools in the healing process.
including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Mindfulness, Strengths-Based Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy and Psychoeducation.
She is an independently licensed social worker, experienced with working with individuals and families. She works with clients to build a trusting relationship with her clients, so that together they can find the most effective approach, using the client’s own unique strengths and talents to find realistic solutions to their problems. Utilizing a client-centered approach, she helps clients get “unstuck” using a variety of techniques and skills from recognized therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Strengths-Based Behavioral Therapy.
including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Mindfulness, Strengths-Based Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic Therapy and Psychoeducation.
She is an independently licensed social worker, experienced with working with individuals and families. She works with clients to build a trusting relationship with her clients, so that together they can find the most effective approach, using the client’s own unique strengths and talents to find realistic solutions to their problems. Utilizing a client-centered approach, she helps clients get “unstuck” using a variety of techniques and skills from recognized therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Strengths-Based Behavioral Therapy.
Chris Palcsak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43220 (Online Only)
I offer person-centered therapy rooted in evidenced-based treatments, blending elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed independent social worker with a diverse background that enriches my approach to therapy. My academic journey included studies in hospitality, Spanish, and geography, culminating in a master’s degree in social work from Ohio University in 2018. I have worked with adults and older teenagers from various backgrounds, with a focus on serving the LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV. In community mental health and private practice settings, I have supported clients facing a spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, & interpersonal issues.
I offer person-centered therapy rooted in evidenced-based treatments, blending elements of acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.
I am a licensed independent social worker with a diverse background that enriches my approach to therapy. My academic journey included studies in hospitality, Spanish, and geography, culminating in a master’s degree in social work from Ohio University in 2018. I have worked with adults and older teenagers from various backgrounds, with a focus on serving the LGBTQ+ community and people living with HIV. In community mental health and private practice settings, I have supported clients facing a spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, & interpersonal issues.
I specialize in treating mood and anxiety disorders, including Major Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, through use of person-centered, evidence-based treatment interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
Being a therapist means to me that regardless of background or identity, I will do my utmost to provide for you a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space so that we can explore challenging thoughts and ideas. I do my best work when we can focus our efforts in therapy on specific areas of concern relating to stress, mood and anxiety disorders. Throughout the course of therapy, we will find ways to break down those areas of concern and then structure treatment to suit your unique mental health goals. I’m confident that not only will you find therapy a positive experience, but one where you will see yourself getting better.
I specialize in treating mood and anxiety disorders, including Major Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, through use of person-centered, evidence-based treatment interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Prolonged Exposure (PE).
Being a therapist means to me that regardless of background or identity, I will do my utmost to provide for you a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space so that we can explore challenging thoughts and ideas. I do my best work when we can focus our efforts in therapy on specific areas of concern relating to stress, mood and anxiety disorders. Throughout the course of therapy, we will find ways to break down those areas of concern and then structure treatment to suit your unique mental health goals. I’m confident that not only will you find therapy a positive experience, but one where you will see yourself getting better.
Peponi Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dayton, OH 45409 (Online Only)
Overwhelmed by stress? Stress can be positive, motivating you to perform well. But chronic stress may cause irritability, difficulty concentrating, and fatigue. Having trouble getting along with others at work, school, or home? We will increase your resilience and improve your relationships. With skills and experience in trauma healing, I treat a variety of conditions, including depression and anxiety, as well as PTSD. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and offer Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Written Exposure Therapy (WET), and mindfulness skills.
Overwhelmed by stress? Stress can be positive, motivating you to perform well. But chronic stress may cause irritability, difficulty concentrating, and fatigue. Having trouble getting along with others at work, school, or home? We will increase your resilience and improve your relationships. With skills and experience in trauma healing, I treat a variety of conditions, including depression and anxiety, as well as PTSD. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and offer Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Written Exposure Therapy (WET), and mindfulness skills.
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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.