Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Cedar Park, TX
Michael Giles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Therapy will include different components for each person I work with and the tools I most often utilize are: EMDR therapy, ACT, and CBT.
Have you experienced trauma in your life? Are you continuing to live with the symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or grief? Or are you a man who is wishing to better understand yourself or your relationships? I believe it is important to understand the goals of each individual and customize therapy to those desired outcomes. Therapy is a collaborative process in which both client and therapist are active participants, working together to reach the goals of the client. I believe it is crucial in this work to create treatment plans that identify where clients are now, where they want to be, and how we plan to get there.
Therapy will include different components for each person I work with and the tools I most often utilize are: EMDR therapy, ACT, and CBT.
Have you experienced trauma in your life? Are you continuing to live with the symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or grief? Or are you a man who is wishing to better understand yourself or your relationships? I believe it is important to understand the goals of each individual and customize therapy to those desired outcomes. Therapy is a collaborative process in which both client and therapist are active participants, working together to reach the goals of the client. I believe it is crucial in this work to create treatment plans that identify where clients are now, where they want to be, and how we plan to get there.
Robert L Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
In addition I use Ego State Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or ( ACT), Various Psychodynamic and Psychanalytic techniques and other Cognitive Behavioral techniques that have proven effective when working with trauma and dissociation.
I sincerely appreciate that you have taken the time to consider giving me the opportunity to be a help to you or your loved ones. The focus of my practice is Trauma and Dissociation and Trauma related struggles. I currently offer counseling services for Individual Adults/Teens 16 and older. Are you struggling with uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, anxiety, depression, flashbacks or feeling disconnected? Do you have a history of childhood trauma or abuse? Have you had a recent traumatic event? Are you using coping strategies that are ineffective? Are you struggling to maintain good relationships?
In addition I use Ego State Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or ( ACT), Various Psychodynamic and Psychanalytic techniques and other Cognitive Behavioral techniques that have proven effective when working with trauma and dissociation.
I sincerely appreciate that you have taken the time to consider giving me the opportunity to be a help to you or your loved ones. The focus of my practice is Trauma and Dissociation and Trauma related struggles. I currently offer counseling services for Individual Adults/Teens 16 and older. Are you struggling with uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, anxiety, depression, flashbacks or feeling disconnected? Do you have a history of childhood trauma or abuse? Have you had a recent traumatic event? Are you using coping strategies that are ineffective? Are you struggling to maintain good relationships?
Cartelia T Kennedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, SEP, RYT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner versed in EMDR, I integrate modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Yoga-based ACT, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to support your journey towards therapeutic objectives.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.I specialize in treating adults, young adults, adolescents 14-19, and families. Through therapy, there is always a way to address the issues you face and learn coping strategies to help move you toward what is important in your life.
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner versed in EMDR, I integrate modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Yoga-based ACT, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to support your journey towards therapeutic objectives.
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.I specialize in treating adults, young adults, adolescents 14-19, and families. Through therapy, there is always a way to address the issues you face and learn coping strategies to help move you toward what is important in your life.
Audrey Rodrigues
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Online Only)
I'm trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, CRM, DBT, ACT and CBT.
If this has come your way, there is a part of you that recognizes it is time for a change. Whether that change is seeking clarity in some areas of your life or maybe it is wanting to work through complex emotions. It could possibly be working through a traumatic experience, challenging negative thinking patterns, or maybe it is learning new techniques to cope with difficult situations? Perhaps it is focused on personal growth? I am here to create a space that allows that process to naturally unfold. I will encourage your natural capacity towards health, while also removing the blocks, obstacles and painful patterns of suffering
I'm trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, CRM, DBT, ACT and CBT.
If this has come your way, there is a part of you that recognizes it is time for a change. Whether that change is seeking clarity in some areas of your life or maybe it is wanting to work through complex emotions. It could possibly be working through a traumatic experience, challenging negative thinking patterns, or maybe it is learning new techniques to cope with difficult situations? Perhaps it is focused on personal growth? I am here to create a space that allows that process to naturally unfold. I will encourage your natural capacity towards health, while also removing the blocks, obstacles and painful patterns of suffering
I hope you will take the chance and cont act me even though it can be scary to reach out for help, and you may be confused on which way to go.
My ideal client would be where you find yourself trying to hold it together, and you may not look for help until a situation has gotten worse and its almost a crisis. That situation will significantly affect your life, and you will hit a breaking point. This might be self-esteem, anxiety, depression, adjusting to life changes, codependency, grief, health issues, or just feeling stuck. It's hard to ask for help but here you are, and what you thought might work is not working any more. You would find yourself in my office feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, confused but feeling like you had taken the first step to finding HOPE.
I hope you will take the chance and cont act me even though it can be scary to reach out for help, and you may be confused on which way to go.
My ideal client would be where you find yourself trying to hold it together, and you may not look for help until a situation has gotten worse and its almost a crisis. That situation will significantly affect your life, and you will hit a breaking point. This might be self-esteem, anxiety, depression, adjusting to life changes, codependency, grief, health issues, or just feeling stuck. It's hard to ask for help but here you are, and what you thought might work is not working any more. You would find yourself in my office feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, confused but feeling like you had taken the first step to finding HOPE.
Focusing on evidenced based therapy such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance commitment therapy, she has been able to make a positive imp act on the lives of countless clients, leading the way to a brighter tomorrow.
For many adolescents, navigating the challenges of everyday life can be overwhelming. For those struggles with depression and anxiety, the journey can be espically difficult. But with the help of a dedicated and skilled clinical therapist, hope and healing are possible. Meet Jacqueline, a licensed Master of Social Work with a specialization in treating adolescents facing mental challenges. Jacqueline recognizes the unique challenges that come with treating mental health in adolescents and is committed to providing a safe and confidential environment where clients can grow, learn, and thrive.
Focusing on evidenced based therapy such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance commitment therapy, she has been able to make a positive imp act on the lives of countless clients, leading the way to a brighter tomorrow.
For many adolescents, navigating the challenges of everyday life can be overwhelming. For those struggles with depression and anxiety, the journey can be espically difficult. But with the help of a dedicated and skilled clinical therapist, hope and healing are possible. Meet Jacqueline, a licensed Master of Social Work with a specialization in treating adolescents facing mental challenges. Jacqueline recognizes the unique challenges that come with treating mental health in adolescents and is committed to providing a safe and confidential environment where clients can grow, learn, and thrive.
I use therapeutic play with younger kids, creative and cognitive approaches with older children and teens, pragmatic-experiential therapy (PEC-T) with couples, and ACT with adults.
Are you wishing your child or your spouse came with an instruction manual? Family relationships are how children and adults come to understand themselves and the world and is what all of us most want to get right. So, when children struggle, parents struggle. And when couple falter, the kids feel it, too. My goal in counseling is to help partners, parents and kids build on the love and strengths they already have, learning new ways to inter act, communicate, and solve problems. My experience and philosophy both tell me that kids and adults do well when they can. And when we feel better, we all do better.
I use therapeutic play with younger kids, creative and cognitive approaches with older children and teens, pragmatic-experiential therapy (PEC-T) with couples, and ACT with adults.
Are you wishing your child or your spouse came with an instruction manual? Family relationships are how children and adults come to understand themselves and the world and is what all of us most want to get right. So, when children struggle, parents struggle. And when couple falter, the kids feel it, too. My goal in counseling is to help partners, parents and kids build on the love and strengths they already have, learning new ways to inter act, communicate, and solve problems. My experience and philosophy both tell me that kids and adults do well when they can. And when we feel better, we all do better.
Emily (Holden) Belcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613
I also have extensive training and experience in ACT and DBT.
It is my strong belief that my role as a therapist is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for each client where they can explore their inner selves, values, and life experiences in order to actualize their goals and hopes for their lives. I work in a collaborative way to assist clients in safely exploring and processing difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This process is specifically tailored to the unique needs of each individual and how they wish to show up in their lives. I am committed to creating an environment where people of all cultures and backgrounds are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
I also have extensive training and experience in ACT and DBT.
It is my strong belief that my role as a therapist is to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for each client where they can explore their inner selves, values, and life experiences in order to actualize their goals and hopes for their lives. I work in a collaborative way to assist clients in safely exploring and processing difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences. This process is specifically tailored to the unique needs of each individual and how they wish to show up in their lives. I am committed to creating an environment where people of all cultures and backgrounds are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
We may also use aspects of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavior (CBT), trauma focused therapy, and existential therapy to help you face what’s holding you back.
You’ve been working hard at focusing on your goals and becoming a more authentic version of yourself, but lately you find yourself unsure how to move forward in aligning your actions with your values. You’re seeking someone who can help you become more confident and help you resolve inner conflicts to overcome the obstacles you're currently facing. I provide a non-judgmental and authentic space for you to face your challenges head-on while learning to heal to become your best self. We will uncover your strengths and boost self-esteem by using motivational interviewing as a way to help you understand what matters to you most in life.
We may also use aspects of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavior (CBT), trauma focused therapy, and existential therapy to help you face what’s holding you back.
You’ve been working hard at focusing on your goals and becoming a more authentic version of yourself, but lately you find yourself unsure how to move forward in aligning your actions with your values. You’re seeking someone who can help you become more confident and help you resolve inner conflicts to overcome the obstacles you're currently facing. I provide a non-judgmental and authentic space for you to face your challenges head-on while learning to heal to become your best self. We will uncover your strengths and boost self-esteem by using motivational interviewing as a way to help you understand what matters to you most in life.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas with over twenty-five years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. In my practice, I primarily use Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on how thoughts and feelings influence behaviors. My focus is to help clients identify and practice different ways to respond to their troubling thoughts and feelings to move toward the life they want to live.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas with over twenty-five years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. In my practice, I primarily use Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on how thoughts and feelings influence behaviors. My focus is to help clients identify and practice different ways to respond to their troubling thoughts and feelings to move toward the life they want to live.
My areas of expertise include trauma informed care, ACT interventions, and DBT interventions.
Welcome! I am a dedicated and compassionate licensed clinical social worker, with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of their mental and emotional well-being. With 8 years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of supporting diverse clients through their unique journeys. My approach to therapy is rooted in strength based and empowerment interventions, emphasizing a collaborative and client-centered method that respects the individuality of each person. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges openly.
My areas of expertise include trauma informed care, ACT interventions, and DBT interventions.
Welcome! I am a dedicated and compassionate licensed clinical social worker, with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of their mental and emotional well-being. With 8 years of experience in the field, I have had the privilege of supporting diverse clients through their unique journeys. My approach to therapy is rooted in strength based and empowerment interventions, emphasizing a collaborative and client-centered method that respects the individuality of each person. I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and challenges openly.
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Supritha Sampath
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Welcome and thank you for taking the first steps in seeking help. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or want to see a change in your life but don’t know where to begin? That is something I can help you with. I provide my clients practical tools that are rooted in evidence-based treatment modalities such as mindfulness, the Gottman method (specific for couples), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Welcome and thank you for taking the first steps in seeking help. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or want to see a change in your life but don’t know where to begin? That is something I can help you with. I provide my clients practical tools that are rooted in evidence-based treatment modalities such as mindfulness, the Gottman method (specific for couples), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Shawn Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RSW, CYC-P
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Online Only)
He can offer support tailored to your needs, drawing on my expertise in Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and extensive training in various therapeutic modalities.
Shawn Wood sees his perfect client as someone keen to learn about themselves and grow, dealing with mental health and addiction problems. They want a safe place to talk openly and need understanding and advice. They're driven to make things better, hoping to be stronger, handle stress better, and have better relationships that match what they believe in. They believe Shawn can help them reach their goals and be true to themselves.
He can offer support tailored to your needs, drawing on my expertise in Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and extensive training in various therapeutic modalities.
Shawn Wood sees his perfect client as someone keen to learn about themselves and grow, dealing with mental health and addiction problems. They want a safe place to talk openly and need understanding and advice. They're driven to make things better, hoping to be stronger, handle stress better, and have better relationships that match what they believe in. They believe Shawn can help them reach their goals and be true to themselves.
Brendan Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
Anxiety, depression, and relationship strain are all signs of change trying to happen. Often fear holds us back from challenging ourselves and our relationships. What we need is security, loving acceptance, and healthy curiosity. You may fear that you are stuck, that your partner will never change to meet your needs, or perhaps you are predestined to being unhappy or alone. I help people create relationships where they are comfortable enough to grow. It's through authentic relationships that we find the strength to dream big. Together we can find deep and meaningful connection and insight, find joy in our tears, trust, and grow.
Anxiety, depression, and relationship strain are all signs of change trying to happen. Often fear holds us back from challenging ourselves and our relationships. What we need is security, loving acceptance, and healthy curiosity. You may fear that you are stuck, that your partner will never change to meet your needs, or perhaps you are predestined to being unhappy or alone. I help people create relationships where they are comfortable enough to grow. It's through authentic relationships that we find the strength to dream big. Together we can find deep and meaningful connection and insight, find joy in our tears, trust, and grow.
Fernanda Barceló
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
By working collaboratively to create acceptance of your authentic self, you can drop the struggle with your messy parts, embrace your personal truths, and bravely step into a life that is deeply reflective of all that you wish to embody.
I am passionate about working with women in their twenties or thirties, who are having a tough time navigating what can be an incredibly challenging and transitory chapter of their lives. My specialty lies in helping women get clear about who they are and what they want, and thus engineering a life that is deeply reflective of their most authentic selves. Career changes, friendship shifts, and relationship dynamics may all be things my client needs help navigating, and using a holistic and mindfulness-based approach, I help her find clarity, purpose, and a deep sense of integrity.
By working collaboratively to create acceptance of your authentic self, you can drop the struggle with your messy parts, embrace your personal truths, and bravely step into a life that is deeply reflective of all that you wish to embody.
I am passionate about working with women in their twenties or thirties, who are having a tough time navigating what can be an incredibly challenging and transitory chapter of their lives. My specialty lies in helping women get clear about who they are and what they want, and thus engineering a life that is deeply reflective of their most authentic selves. Career changes, friendship shifts, and relationship dynamics may all be things my client needs help navigating, and using a holistic and mindfulness-based approach, I help her find clarity, purpose, and a deep sense of integrity.
Would you consider yourself to be an anxious person? Do you suffer from panic disorder, social anxiety, chronic worry (GAD) or OCD?
My name is Dr. Marianne Stout and I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I am a warm, empathic therapist and use heavily research supported Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches. Please feel free to call or email me at the Anxiety Treatment Center of Austin to see if my approach would be a good fit for your needs.
Would you consider yourself to be an anxious person? Do you suffer from panic disorder, social anxiety, chronic worry (GAD) or OCD?
My name is Dr. Marianne Stout and I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). I am a warm, empathic therapist and use heavily research supported Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches. Please feel free to call or email me at the Anxiety Treatment Center of Austin to see if my approach would be a good fit for your needs.
Jennifer G Hooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
I enjoy helping individual adult clients navigate life challenges such as anxiety, relationship issues, self acceptance, managing dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors, life skills, adjusting to life changes, and those seeking overall self exploration/improvement.
I maintain the highest respect for my clients and honor the f act that they choose to share their life challenges with me. I am caring and compassionate about helping others. My approach to therapy is collaborative and nonjudgmental with you as the guide to your change. My belief is that individuals carry out life the best way they know how. Sometimes an individual's coping skills may have become maladaptive or no longer function. I believe that change occurs when one can practice self acceptance and make connections between their current and/or past patterns of thinking, their beliefs about themselves, their emotions, and behaviors.
I enjoy helping individual adult clients navigate life challenges such as anxiety, relationship issues, self acceptance, managing dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors, life skills, adjusting to life changes, and those seeking overall self exploration/improvement.
I maintain the highest respect for my clients and honor the f act that they choose to share their life challenges with me. I am caring and compassionate about helping others. My approach to therapy is collaborative and nonjudgmental with you as the guide to your change. My belief is that individuals carry out life the best way they know how. Sometimes an individual's coping skills may have become maladaptive or no longer function. I believe that change occurs when one can practice self acceptance and make connections between their current and/or past patterns of thinking, their beliefs about themselves, their emotions, and behaviors.
Amy J Loe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78613 (Online Only)
It's okay to not be okay. It happens to the best of us. The important thing is not to stay there. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I believe that starting with a strength-based and relational approach and tailoring the sessions to your needs is important to building rapport and trust in the session. I encourage people to be themselves and move towards personal awareness and acceptance.
It's okay to not be okay. It happens to the best of us. The important thing is not to stay there. I like to provide a space where clients feel comfortable processing difficult emotions so they can leave the session feeling a greater sense of resilience, confidence, and happiness. I believe that starting with a strength-based and relational approach and tailoring the sessions to your needs is important to building rapport and trust in the session. I encourage people to be themselves and move towards personal awareness and acceptance.
Shannon Gutheil (Enteave Counseling)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Cedar Park, TX 78630
My goal is to provide an atmosphere of safety and unconditional acceptance.
Are you a woman struggling to manage your anxiety and cope with life changes? Are you self-critical and feeling overwhelmed juggling everything life throws at you? Does it feel like your dreams are on hold and you’ll never become who you want to be? Do you feel frustrated by the barriers in your personal life or career and are ready to put in the work to change it? Whether you’re suffering from anxiety, low self-esteem, or life transition challenges, I am confident that I can help you learn new coping skills and fulfill your dreams.
My goal is to provide an atmosphere of safety and unconditional acceptance.
Are you a woman struggling to manage your anxiety and cope with life changes? Are you self-critical and feeling overwhelmed juggling everything life throws at you? Does it feel like your dreams are on hold and you’ll never become who you want to be? Do you feel frustrated by the barriers in your personal life or career and are ready to put in the work to change it? Whether you’re suffering from anxiety, low self-esteem, or life transition challenges, I am confident that I can help you learn new coping skills and fulfill your dreams.
Susannah Parkin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Park, TX 78613
I incorporate interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Updated Fall 2024 - Accepting New Clients <> Through a lens of compassion and non-judgment, I aim to create a supportive environment for us to explore what is important to you. Each person comes to therapy with different experiences and goals. Some people don’t yet know their goals and others might change them along the way. I have a special interest in helping people feel less stuck, adjust to changes and transitions, or who have hidden challenges. With a background in research, I approach therapy with a perspective that is evidence based and emphasizes empathy and curiosity.
I incorporate interventions from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Updated Fall 2024 - Accepting New Clients <> Through a lens of compassion and non-judgment, I aim to create a supportive environment for us to explore what is important to you. Each person comes to therapy with different experiences and goals. Some people don’t yet know their goals and others might change them along the way. I have a special interest in helping people feel less stuck, adjust to changes and transitions, or who have hidden challenges. With a background in research, I approach therapy with a perspective that is evidence based and emphasizes empathy and curiosity.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.