Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Oregon
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I use a variety of therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to EMDR, because each person deserves a unique treatment plan.
I believe strongly in the power of healing though creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your unique experience. My goal is to help you connect with your innate inner strengths, deepen self-understanding and insight, and to build skills that foster healing and resilience. My clients describe me as open, engaging, and caring. I'm here to meet you where you're at. I'm licensed in CA and OR and offer virtual sessions as well as in-person (Portland, OR).
I use a variety of therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to EMDR, because each person deserves a unique treatment plan.
I believe strongly in the power of healing though creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your unique experience. My goal is to help you connect with your innate inner strengths, deepen self-understanding and insight, and to build skills that foster healing and resilience. My clients describe me as open, engaging, and caring. I'm here to meet you where you're at. I'm licensed in CA and OR and offer virtual sessions as well as in-person (Portland, OR).
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Jessica Lea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97229 (Online Only)
Treatment modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Collaborative Problem-Solving, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, EMDR, Exposure Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness.
Jessica sees OHP patients with Health Share of Oregon / CareOregon. She can usually offer appointment availability within 1 week! She works at Oregon Psychiatric Medicine, a telehealth-only psychiatry practice. She has experience working with adolescents, teenagers, adults, seniors, and families. She frequently helps her patients challenge and reshape the thought patterns contributing to their anxiety or depression, cope with chronic pain or illness, and navigate family conflict.
Treatment modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Collaborative Problem-Solving, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, EMDR, Exposure Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness.
Jessica sees OHP patients with Health Share of Oregon / CareOregon. She can usually offer appointment availability within 1 week! She works at Oregon Psychiatric Medicine, a telehealth-only psychiatry practice. She has experience working with adolescents, teenagers, adults, seniors, and families. She frequently helps her patients challenge and reshape the thought patterns contributing to their anxiety or depression, cope with chronic pain or illness, and navigate family conflict.
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Deanna Allmaras
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97220 (Online Only)
I use an integrative approach that melds Gottman Method, Emotion Focused Therapy, and CBT.
Are you seeking to improve communication and connection with your partner? I know you're doing the best you can with the relationship tools you have. Some of those tools may not be effective; maybe your parents didn't model a great relationship, or your perceptions and judgments of your partner are flawed, or it's just hard to understand what they want. This leads to feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. What you want is relief from turmoil and strength to overcome challenges to gain a better understanding of yourself and your partner. I am here to provide a safe environment for you to say the hard things and hear your needs.
I use an integrative approach that melds Gottman Method, Emotion Focused Therapy, and CBT.
Are you seeking to improve communication and connection with your partner? I know you're doing the best you can with the relationship tools you have. Some of those tools may not be effective; maybe your parents didn't model a great relationship, or your perceptions and judgments of your partner are flawed, or it's just hard to understand what they want. This leads to feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. What you want is relief from turmoil and strength to overcome challenges to gain a better understanding of yourself and your partner. I am here to provide a safe environment for you to say the hard things and hear your needs.
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Believing strongly in human resiliency and the value of being understood, I integrate principles and techniques from Ecosystemic Structured Family Therapy (ESFT), Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).
I approach counseling from a systems perspective. A systems way of thinking states that you impact, and are impacted, by the family you grew up in as well as the one you are currently a part of. I view counseling as a collaborative process in which we will examine the source of your concerns, problems, and relationships in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. We will develop a plan of action for reaching your personalized goals and will incorporate your unique strengths, resources, supports, and culture.
Believing strongly in human resiliency and the value of being understood, I integrate principles and techniques from Ecosystemic Structured Family Therapy (ESFT), Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT).
I approach counseling from a systems perspective. A systems way of thinking states that you impact, and are impacted, by the family you grew up in as well as the one you are currently a part of. I view counseling as a collaborative process in which we will examine the source of your concerns, problems, and relationships in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. We will develop a plan of action for reaching your personalized goals and will incorporate your unique strengths, resources, supports, and culture.
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Elisabeth Duckwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97212 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Using evidence based & experiential practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing & Attachment theory.
I am a black woman therapist that operates from liberation mindset. Majority of my work is with black and multiracial youth and families as well as black femmes & non binary folks. Additional expertise include supporting people of faith deconstruct spirituality ie. purity culture and spiritual abuse. Curious to learn more about you. Are you feeling all the things right now? Worried thoughts or insomnia? Let's work together to create a plan. Whether you are motivated to start therapy or uncertain about if therapy is the right fit, let's explore options to create the full life you deserve.
Using evidence based & experiential practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing & Attachment theory.
I am a black woman therapist that operates from liberation mindset. Majority of my work is with black and multiracial youth and families as well as black femmes & non binary folks. Additional expertise include supporting people of faith deconstruct spirituality ie. purity culture and spiritual abuse. Curious to learn more about you. Are you feeling all the things right now? Worried thoughts or insomnia? Let's work together to create a plan. Whether you are motivated to start therapy or uncertain about if therapy is the right fit, let's explore options to create the full life you deserve.
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John J. Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, ERCEM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medford, OR 97504
I use an addiction treatment model, an attachment model, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help addicts in recovery.
Sexual addiction (SA) is a hidden addiction. It is a global problem, under-reported, and largely untreated. SA harms relationships, creates relational trauma for partners, and damages trust and intimacy in relationships. Addicts often engage in secrecy and feel shame and guilt about their behavior. Partners often feel betrayed and traumatized by the addicts behavior. Intimacy issues are often an underlying concern for both individuals and for couples. Like other addictions, SA can get progressively worse over the years. If untreated, SA can lead to relationship loss, divorce, job loss. financial problems, and legal problems.
I use an addiction treatment model, an attachment model, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help addicts in recovery.
Sexual addiction (SA) is a hidden addiction. It is a global problem, under-reported, and largely untreated. SA harms relationships, creates relational trauma for partners, and damages trust and intimacy in relationships. Addicts often engage in secrecy and feel shame and guilt about their behavior. Partners often feel betrayed and traumatized by the addicts behavior. Intimacy issues are often an underlying concern for both individuals and for couples. Like other addictions, SA can get progressively worse over the years. If untreated, SA can lead to relationship loss, divorce, job loss. financial problems, and legal problems.
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Acceptance & Change, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prineville, OR 97754
If you are feeling anxious, discouraged, stuck or overwhelmed and want to feel and live your God-given best, we would like to help. Being out of balance within produces feelings of distress, anxiety, uncertainty, fear and despair. We use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral modalities (DBT and ACT), Imago, Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting to process deeper at the subcortical and somatic levels.
If you are feeling anxious, discouraged, stuck or overwhelmed and want to feel and live your God-given best, we would like to help. Being out of balance within produces feelings of distress, anxiety, uncertainty, fear and despair. We use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral modalities (DBT and ACT), Imago, Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting to process deeper at the subcortical and somatic levels.
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Lisa Hubbard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (Online Only)
I utilize a combination of psycho-education, strengths-based, and skills-training approaches. I am goal-directed and like to work strategically on the things that are priority areas for my clients. I draw heavily on cognitive/narrative approaches (examining the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves, other people, and the world).
I utilize a combination of psycho-education, strengths-based, and skills-training approaches. I am goal-directed and like to work strategically on the things that are priority areas for my clients. I draw heavily on cognitive/narrative approaches (examining the stories we tell ourselves about ourselves, other people, and the world).
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Mindfulness-informed CBT approach to facilitating optimal experience.
Do you have the heart of a competitive athlete or other high achiever? Do you find yourself seeking support as you navigate a course toward excellence? I'm a licensed sports psychologist, working with diverse competitive athletes and elite performers to manage high achievement demands, daily stress, relationship struggles, life changes (such as injury recovery and career transition), and more. The work often starts with basic problem solving, but ideally it leads to an unlocking of optimal experience. Finding a licensed psychologist like myself, with training and background in sports psychology, is an important key to success.
Mindfulness-informed CBT approach to facilitating optimal experience.
Do you have the heart of a competitive athlete or other high achiever? Do you find yourself seeking support as you navigate a course toward excellence? I'm a licensed sports psychologist, working with diverse competitive athletes and elite performers to manage high achievement demands, daily stress, relationship struggles, life changes (such as injury recovery and career transition), and more. The work often starts with basic problem solving, but ideally it leads to an unlocking of optimal experience. Finding a licensed psychologist like myself, with training and background in sports psychology, is an important key to success.
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Our providers are trained in various therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Processing therapy.
We currently have openings available for weekends and Mondays. We are a growing, small group practice that is focused on building a safe & supportive relationship with you to help you navigate life's obstacles. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety & stress, relationship difficulty, or adjustment issues to life events, we are here to help. We offer expertise & specialty in the areas of working with first responders, pregnancy and post partum issues, and veterans. If you are ready to build wisdom, insight, and strength around things that are challenging you now, we would love to support you on your journey.
Our providers are trained in various therapy modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Cognitive Processing therapy.
We currently have openings available for weekends and Mondays. We are a growing, small group practice that is focused on building a safe & supportive relationship with you to help you navigate life's obstacles. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety & stress, relationship difficulty, or adjustment issues to life events, we are here to help. We offer expertise & specialty in the areas of working with first responders, pregnancy and post partum issues, and veterans. If you are ready to build wisdom, insight, and strength around things that are challenging you now, we would love to support you on your journey.
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Joyful Living Behavioral Health Inc (Joy Turner)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Eugene, OR 97401
NOTE: Areas of Expertise: I practice a wide variety of techniques and modalities based on each individual. Therapies utilized: DBT (certified DBT Therapist), CBT, EMDR (EMDR Trained), Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman Method, Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness for Self-Compassion, Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
NOTE: Areas of Expertise: I practice a wide variety of techniques and modalities based on each individual. Therapies utilized: DBT (certified DBT Therapist), CBT, EMDR (EMDR Trained), Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Person-Centered Therapy, Attachment-Based Family Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman Method, Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness for Self-Compassion, Attachment-Based Family Therapy.
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Amy Robertson
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97205
Waitlist for new clients
The modalities I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and dialectical behavior therapy.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, and not like yourself? Would you like some tools to manage life in a more healthy and helpful way? Sometimes we feel stuck and need someone to believe in us. I want to be that person for you! Together we can reach your goals for living the life you know is possible. We will work collaboratively and I will strive to honor who you are, your life story, and the strengths that have gotten you through life this far. Therapy can be hard work, but it can feel a little less scary when you have someone by your side who believes in you.
The modalities I use are cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and dialectical behavior therapy.
Do you feel anxious, depressed, and not like yourself? Would you like some tools to manage life in a more healthy and helpful way? Sometimes we feel stuck and need someone to believe in us. I want to be that person for you! Together we can reach your goals for living the life you know is possible. We will work collaboratively and I will strive to honor who you are, your life story, and the strengths that have gotten you through life this far. Therapy can be hard work, but it can feel a little less scary when you have someone by your side who believes in you.
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With a broad foundation in evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care, I use Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Narrative tools to support clients in gaining new coping tools and a deeper understanding of themselves.
I work with adults on issues ranging from mood disorders, self image issues, self-destructive behaviors, severe persistent mental illness, and trauma recovery. I am currently able to take OHP, CareOregon and private pay clients for in-person and telehealth sessions. My availability is Monday-Wednesday 9am-5pm.
With a broad foundation in evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care, I use Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, and Narrative tools to support clients in gaining new coping tools and a deeper understanding of themselves.
I work with adults on issues ranging from mood disorders, self image issues, self-destructive behaviors, severe persistent mental illness, and trauma recovery. I am currently able to take OHP, CareOregon and private pay clients for in-person and telehealth sessions. My availability is Monday-Wednesday 9am-5pm.
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Amy R. Duryea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, QMHP, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Redmond, OR 97756 (Online Only)
I use evidenced based interventions such as, CBT, DBT, MI, BSFT and the Flash Technique.
Limited Spots are Currently Available. Hello, my name is Amy, and I too have experienced some of the challenges that life can thrust upon you. It is my passion to pay forward to you, all the things I have learned in order for you to live life to the fullest, without the restraints that mental health issues can bestow upon us. Through laughter, empathy, compassion and relatability I am able to connect with others and meet them where they are at in their life. I will walk along side you through this healing journey, as it is your self determination and a desire for greater well being that has brought you to this moment.
I use evidenced based interventions such as, CBT, DBT, MI, BSFT and the Flash Technique.
Limited Spots are Currently Available. Hello, my name is Amy, and I too have experienced some of the challenges that life can thrust upon you. It is my passion to pay forward to you, all the things I have learned in order for you to live life to the fullest, without the restraints that mental health issues can bestow upon us. Through laughter, empathy, compassion and relatability I am able to connect with others and meet them where they are at in their life. I will walk along side you through this healing journey, as it is your self determination and a desire for greater well being that has brought you to this moment.
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Th Accepting New Patients-No Waiting List!
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97006
I offer ACT, CBT, DBT, and Positive Psychology on a case by case basis.
My Practice Is Available For New Clients Immediately for Therapy and Medication Management! The seasons have changed and you might be feeling it. Have you noticed that you might be or are struggling with your mental health? You can choose to not be alone in your adventure of strengthening yourself. I can be your guide and help you through these rough times. If you feel that the pandemic has been rough to go through, you're not alone and you're not without support. I enjoy offering my services to see my clients grow and become unique strong individuals. Don't be surprised if you find yourself recovering fast.
I offer ACT, CBT, DBT, and Positive Psychology on a case by case basis.
My Practice Is Available For New Clients Immediately for Therapy and Medication Management! The seasons have changed and you might be feeling it. Have you noticed that you might be or are struggling with your mental health? You can choose to not be alone in your adventure of strengthening yourself. I can be your guide and help you through these rough times. If you feel that the pandemic has been rough to go through, you're not alone and you're not without support. I enjoy offering my services to see my clients grow and become unique strong individuals. Don't be surprised if you find yourself recovering fast.
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Clayton Hartmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Clayton Hartmann is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Oregon. Dr. Hartmann specializes in helping clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, stress, and substance abuse, through the lens of psychodynamic psychotherapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention. He also integrates attachment, gender, and cultural theory into his work, helping his patients unpack how their current conflicts are socially and culturally located.
Dr. Clayton Hartmann is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Oregon. Dr. Hartmann specializes in helping clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, stress, and substance abuse, through the lens of psychodynamic psychotherapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention. He also integrates attachment, gender, and cultural theory into his work, helping his patients unpack how their current conflicts are socially and culturally located.
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As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
As a therapist, I specialize in diverse approaches like cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, & humanistic therapy.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
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Leanna K Jones-Bishop
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC®, CADCI
Verified Verified
Salem, OR 97301
Waitlist for new clients
My approach in counseling is to assist you with strengthening your skills and self-awareness through an eclectic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Prolonged Exposure theories.
I believe that mental health is an important element in the overall wellbeing of all individuals. I employ techniques based on evidenced based practices; to ensure your services are high quality, ethically sound, and culturally appropriate and sensitive to your needs as a consumer. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, CADC, and National Certification through NBCC I have met high national standards and commit to ongoing quality and verified trainings.
My approach in counseling is to assist you with strengthening your skills and self-awareness through an eclectic approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Prolonged Exposure theories.
I believe that mental health is an important element in the overall wellbeing of all individuals. I employ techniques based on evidenced based practices; to ensure your services are high quality, ethically sound, and culturally appropriate and sensitive to your needs as a consumer. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, CADC, and National Certification through NBCC I have met high national standards and commit to ongoing quality and verified trainings.
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My approach to therapy includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Internal Family Systems Theory.
With willingness, therapy can be a transformative experience. It takes courage to seek help and make changes, and finding out where to begin can be overwhelming. I work with clients at their pace to help identify and reconnect with the things most important to them. I find it most effective to focus on an individual’s strengths in order to gain more insight into the areas that may be causing distress. One of the many benefits of therapy is self- awareness on a deeper level which can help clients improve the relationships between themselves and others.
My approach to therapy includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Internal Family Systems Theory.
With willingness, therapy can be a transformative experience. It takes courage to seek help and make changes, and finding out where to begin can be overwhelming. I work with clients at their pace to help identify and reconnect with the things most important to them. I find it most effective to focus on an individual’s strengths in order to gain more insight into the areas that may be causing distress. One of the many benefits of therapy is self- awareness on a deeper level which can help clients improve the relationships between themselves and others.
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Hope Hellwege-Bales
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
I work from a relational and consent-based approach, integrating IFS, psychodynamic, DBT, and CBT.
If you have been trying to "get it together" with your relationship with your body, all-consuming anxiety, feeling like you are enough, or chasing life's impossible expectations - you have landed in the right place. My clients are often teens (14+), young adults, and midlife adults who are navigating life challenges related to anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, identity, grief, body image, disordered eating concerns and/or are a part of the lgbtqia+ community. I firmly believe we can't shame ourselves into meaningful change. That's why my approach to therapy utilizes compassion to connect you to your inner wisdom and build self trust.
I work from a relational and consent-based approach, integrating IFS, psychodynamic, DBT, and CBT.
If you have been trying to "get it together" with your relationship with your body, all-consuming anxiety, feeling like you are enough, or chasing life's impossible expectations - you have landed in the right place. My clients are often teens (14+), young adults, and midlife adults who are navigating life challenges related to anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, identity, grief, body image, disordered eating concerns and/or are a part of the lgbtqia+ community. I firmly believe we can't shame ourselves into meaningful change. That's why my approach to therapy utilizes compassion to connect you to your inner wisdom and build self trust.
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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.