Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Therapists in Southlake, TX

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Rachel Kunkel-Bodziak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092  (Online Only)
I use a Person Centered approach with clients and incorporate Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral strategies.
I started my counseling journey in an agency setting and after a few years moved into a small group private practice. My favorite part of counseling is the value of the therapeutic relationship. Nurturing that trust and safety in sessions lends itself to an environment of authenticity and growth.
I use a Person Centered approach with clients and incorporate Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioral strategies.
I started my counseling journey in an agency setting and after a few years moved into a small group private practice. My favorite part of counseling is the value of the therapeutic relationship. Nurturing that trust and safety in sessions lends itself to an environment of authenticity and growth.
(817) 968-5259 View (817) 968-5259
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Ray Austin
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
My treatment approach in therapy combines cognitive-behavioral and behavioral strategies.
Are you having trouble understanding your child’s behavior and emotions? Are you feeling as though you have tried everything to help them, but nothing is working? There are solutions, and I believe we can work together to find them. I provide psychological/neuropsychological evaluations and therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults (Ages 2-21) with developmental disabilities and related conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disability, disruptive behavior, and neurological issues such as acquired brain injury. I also treat children and teens who are suffering from depression and anxiety.
My treatment approach in therapy combines cognitive-behavioral and behavioral strategies.
Are you having trouble understanding your child’s behavior and emotions? Are you feeling as though you have tried everything to help them, but nothing is working? There are solutions, and I believe we can work together to find them. I provide psychological/neuropsychological evaluations and therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults (Ages 2-21) with developmental disabilities and related conditions including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, intellectual disability, disruptive behavior, and neurological issues such as acquired brain injury. I also treat children and teens who are suffering from depression and anxiety.
(817) 438-0866 View (817) 438-0866
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DJ Cheatham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSOTP, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
In addition to CBT, I am trained to meet the unique needs of clients by implementing knowledge of various therapeutic approaches, treatment modalities, and evidence-based interventions as necessary.
I specialize in treating youth, young adults, and families experiencing maladaptive behaviors, problems with conduct, issues with self-esteem, and conflict within the family system. My practice with youth is developmentally informed and utilizes techniques pulled from child centered protocol and training. I have experience working with individuals learning how to better manage or cope with depression, anxiety, and anger as well as those with a history of antisocial and sexual offending behavior or other personality disorders.
In addition to CBT, I am trained to meet the unique needs of clients by implementing knowledge of various therapeutic approaches, treatment modalities, and evidence-based interventions as necessary.
I specialize in treating youth, young adults, and families experiencing maladaptive behaviors, problems with conduct, issues with self-esteem, and conflict within the family system. My practice with youth is developmentally informed and utilizes techniques pulled from child centered protocol and training. I have experience working with individuals learning how to better manage or cope with depression, anxiety, and anger as well as those with a history of antisocial and sexual offending behavior or other personality disorders.
(817) 769-3647 View (817) 769-3647
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Len (Coach) Shelby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Len has training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), both evidenced based approaches for working with complex trauma.
Len works with adults, children, and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. As a Counselor and Coach, he has experience working with children and adolescents with relationship issues both in the home and at school. Coach also works with men and women of all ages helping them navigate major life transitions, setbacks and issues that challenge us personally and as a family. Len is a trained Symbis Premarital Counselor and collaborates with churches who desire a faith-based, solution-focused approach to marital and premarital counseling.
Len has training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), both evidenced based approaches for working with complex trauma.
Len works with adults, children, and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues. As a Counselor and Coach, he has experience working with children and adolescents with relationship issues both in the home and at school. Coach also works with men and women of all ages helping them navigate major life transitions, setbacks and issues that challenge us personally and as a family. Len is a trained Symbis Premarital Counselor and collaborates with churches who desire a faith-based, solution-focused approach to marital and premarital counseling.
(817) 697-7931 View (817) 697-7931
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Marylyn C Sines
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
My treatment approach is integrative and draws on cognitive-behavior and solution-focused techniques, as well as family systems theory.
All individuals experience struggles or crisis at some point in their lives. As an experienced licensed psychologist, I am committed to helping my clients overcome obstacles and meet goals that will lead to lasting and meaningful changes in their lives. I provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, life stressors, parenting challenges, attention-deficit disorder, and related behavioral disorders. I also conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations of children, adolescents, and adults. Special interests include: child and adolescent therapy, treatment of abused children, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and gifted testing.
My treatment approach is integrative and draws on cognitive-behavior and solution-focused techniques, as well as family systems theory.
All individuals experience struggles or crisis at some point in their lives. As an experienced licensed psychologist, I am committed to helping my clients overcome obstacles and meet goals that will lead to lasting and meaningful changes in their lives. I provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, life stressors, parenting challenges, attention-deficit disorder, and related behavioral disorders. I also conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations of children, adolescents, and adults. Special interests include: child and adolescent therapy, treatment of abused children, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and gifted testing.
(972) 325-0938 View (972) 325-0938
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Joshua L Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092  (Online Only)
I offer counseling utilizing CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) principles to produce either positive changes to behavior or peaceful acceptance of things that one cannot change.
Accepting new clients! Depression, anger, anxiety, and just trying to figure out how to make it in the world today can be difficult to do alone. My passion is to guide people through this journey to help them find peace in an otherwise chaotic world. If you are ready for change and want to talk to someone that can help you feel grounded and ready to face the world, please reach out to me.
I offer counseling utilizing CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy) principles to produce either positive changes to behavior or peaceful acceptance of things that one cannot change.
Accepting new clients! Depression, anger, anxiety, and just trying to figure out how to make it in the world today can be difficult to do alone. My passion is to guide people through this journey to help them find peace in an otherwise chaotic world. If you are ready for change and want to talk to someone that can help you feel grounded and ready to face the world, please reach out to me.
(817) 662-4520 View (817) 662-4520
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April Grimes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Waitlist for new clients
Daytime appointments available. April Grimes, LCSW-S utilizes an eclectic and effective treatment modality pulling from DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, based on the unique needs of the client(s).
Daytime appointments available. April Grimes, LCSW-S utilizes an eclectic and effective treatment modality pulling from DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, based on the unique needs of the client(s).
(469) 716-5828 View (469) 716-5828
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Jackie Farmer Keish
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT, BCIA-EE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
As a marriage and family therapist, a licensed professional counselor, and a neurofeedback clinician, I provide care for adults, couples, families,& children, in North Tarrant County. Serving the Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, Colleyville, Trophy Club, Irving,and surrounding communities, I focus on identifying personal strengths, and solutions that are often hidden within. Additionally, I utilize Neurofeedback, Interactive Metronome, Hypnotherapy, E.M.D.R., cognitive behavorial, solution focused and R.E.B.,T. therapies in assisting clients with attention, attachment, anxiety, depression, trauma, P.T.S.D., phobias and other issues. Please read about neurofeedback at these sites: www.eeginfo and eegspectrum.com, www.neurofeedbackoftexas.com
As a marriage and family therapist, a licensed professional counselor, and a neurofeedback clinician, I provide care for adults, couples, families,& children, in North Tarrant County. Serving the Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, Colleyville, Trophy Club, Irving,and surrounding communities, I focus on identifying personal strengths, and solutions that are often hidden within. Additionally, I utilize Neurofeedback, Interactive Metronome, Hypnotherapy, E.M.D.R., cognitive behavorial, solution focused and R.E.B.,T. therapies in assisting clients with attention, attachment, anxiety, depression, trauma, P.T.S.D., phobias and other issues. Please read about neurofeedback at these sites: www.eeginfo and eegspectrum.com, www.neurofeedbackoftexas.com
(817) 532-5227 View (817) 532-5227
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Dr. Andrea E. Kirby
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Currently Accepting New Clients: I specialize in helping adults better navigate stress, obsessions, and eating concerns in order to live fuller lives. Struggling with anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders without the guidance of a trained therapist can be exhausting—and depressing—after a while. But, research shows online and in-person cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can make a difference. I provide evidence-based therapy to guide you in making important changes in how you relate to your thoughts, emotions, and self from the comfort of your own home or office.
Currently Accepting New Clients: I specialize in helping adults better navigate stress, obsessions, and eating concerns in order to live fuller lives. Struggling with anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders without the guidance of a trained therapist can be exhausting—and depressing—after a while. But, research shows online and in-person cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can make a difference. I provide evidence-based therapy to guide you in making important changes in how you relate to your thoughts, emotions, and self from the comfort of your own home or office.
(817) 934-6380 View (817) 934-6380
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Jennifer Kruse
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
I find success utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as the basis of my counseling approach.
When the life you are living is not the life you imagined, an alternate perspective could make a difference. I believe in working with individuals from a holistic perspective to create progress toward a healthy, whole life. I believe that every person has within themselves the answer to whatever challenges they face. My passion is to help people make positive changes in their lives.Your goals become my goals, and I strive to walk alongside you towards a future of stability, emotional freedom, and peace.
I find success utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as the basis of my counseling approach.
When the life you are living is not the life you imagined, an alternate perspective could make a difference. I believe in working with individuals from a holistic perspective to create progress toward a healthy, whole life. I believe that every person has within themselves the answer to whatever challenges they face. My passion is to help people make positive changes in their lives.Your goals become my goals, and I strive to walk alongside you towards a future of stability, emotional freedom, and peace.
(817) 241-2457 View (817) 241-2457
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Jennifer Loeravasquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Jennifer utilizes a variety of orientations and therapies that are strength based and affirming in nature, to include Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Jennifer offers a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling that is genuine, compassionate and solution focused. She has extensive education, training, and experience in the field of mental health and wellness, and has been working with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns for over 10 years. Jen enjoys treating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, family issues, career challenges, cultural concerns and spiritual problems. She is flexible, person-centered and strengths based, allowing her to address your unique needs.
Jennifer utilizes a variety of orientations and therapies that are strength based and affirming in nature, to include Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Jennifer offers a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling that is genuine, compassionate and solution focused. She has extensive education, training, and experience in the field of mental health and wellness, and has been working with individuals experiencing a wide range of concerns for over 10 years. Jen enjoys treating depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, family issues, career challenges, cultural concerns and spiritual problems. She is flexible, person-centered and strengths based, allowing her to address your unique needs.
(469) 833-2387 View (469) 833-2387
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Ardent Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
Dr. Rozemarijn (Rosie) Staal is a warm and caring clinical psychologist who has been trained to use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy to help individuals improve their overall emotional well-being. In clinical practice, Dr. Staal focuses on delivering evidence-based treatments, and she has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of emotional and behavioral concerns, in inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings.
Dr. Rozemarijn (Rosie) Staal is a warm and caring clinical psychologist who has been trained to use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal therapy to help individuals improve their overall emotional well-being. In clinical practice, Dr. Staal focuses on delivering evidence-based treatments, and she has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of emotional and behavioral concerns, in inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings.
(817) 799-6862 View (817) 799-6862
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Sheresa Dagley
LPC Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused to help individuals work through the things that they are carrying that keep them stuck.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” Viktor Frankl. I am passionate about helping individuals realize that they have the power to choose growth and freedom. I enjoy helping individuals find their identity, self confidence and the greatness within themselves. I have experience helping individuals work through depression, anxiety, life transitions, spiritual issues, grief and trauma. I work with preteens, teens, and adults.
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused to help individuals work through the things that they are carrying that keep them stuck.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” Viktor Frankl. I am passionate about helping individuals realize that they have the power to choose growth and freedom. I enjoy helping individuals find their identity, self confidence and the greatness within themselves. I have experience helping individuals work through depression, anxiety, life transitions, spiritual issues, grief and trauma. I work with preteens, teens, and adults.
(817) 631-1453 View (817) 631-1453
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Dr. Mechell Guy
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I am a caring Cognitive Behavioral therapist at the forefront of evidenced-based counseling services, education, and training.
Got problems? Call Dr. Guy, I specialize in treating individual, marriage, and family problems, conflictual relationships, anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, trauma, women's issues, and ADHD/ADD-related struggles. My goal is to help adults, couples, and teens to find answers to those problems. It's time to discover healthy living, and personal wholeness: emotionally, mentally, and physically. I understand the challenges of life and believe healing is a process that involves your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I would love to use my extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques and strategies to improve your life.
I am a caring Cognitive Behavioral therapist at the forefront of evidenced-based counseling services, education, and training.
Got problems? Call Dr. Guy, I specialize in treating individual, marriage, and family problems, conflictual relationships, anxiety, depression, stress and anger management, trauma, women's issues, and ADHD/ADD-related struggles. My goal is to help adults, couples, and teens to find answers to those problems. It's time to discover healthy living, and personal wholeness: emotionally, mentally, and physically. I understand the challenges of life and believe healing is a process that involves your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I would love to use my extensive knowledge of therapeutic techniques and strategies to improve your life.
(972) 382-6883 View (972) 382-6883
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Cheryl Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
In her practice, Cheryl employs a range of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), couples/marital counseling, and family therapy.
Cheryl Scott, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at LifeStance Health in Texas, excels at creating a secure, trusting environment for clients. With her exceptional listening skills and honest communication, Cheryl helps clients navigate their challenges and build a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and healing. Her wisdom and discernment are assets in the therapeutic process, making her an effective and compassionate counselor for individuals and families in the Texas region.
In her practice, Cheryl employs a range of therapeutic interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), couples/marital counseling, and family therapy.
Cheryl Scott, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) at LifeStance Health in Texas, excels at creating a secure, trusting environment for clients. With her exceptional listening skills and honest communication, Cheryl helps clients navigate their challenges and build a therapeutic relationship that fosters growth and healing. Her wisdom and discernment are assets in the therapeutic process, making her an effective and compassionate counselor for individuals and families in the Texas region.
(817) 646-6952 View (817) 646-6952
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Claudia Viazzoli PsyD PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
My work is informed by psychodynamic training and education in childhood development and is combined with my practical and tailored application of family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness interventions.
Welcome. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing psychotherapy since 2004. My 20 years of experience working in a large medical training center and in private practice has given me the well rounded perspective to help people from all walks and stages of life, who are suffering from the hardships of daily living, the symptoms of mental or physical illness or are living with and loving someone who is.
My work is informed by psychodynamic training and education in childhood development and is combined with my practical and tailored application of family systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness interventions.
Welcome. I am a licensed clinical psychologist practicing psychotherapy since 2004. My 20 years of experience working in a large medical training center and in private practice has given me the well rounded perspective to help people from all walks and stages of life, who are suffering from the hardships of daily living, the symptoms of mental or physical illness or are living with and loving someone who is.
(817) 373-5759 View (817) 373-5759
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Jane Fowler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I am an interactive CBT therapist with an emphasis on holistic mental health.
My passion is working with individuals, couples and families to help them feel empowered in their lives and relationships by providing them with better coping skills, stress reduction strategies and communication techniques. My areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, co-dependency, couples and family counseling, women’s issues, infertility, and stress management.
I am an interactive CBT therapist with an emphasis on holistic mental health.
My passion is working with individuals, couples and families to help them feel empowered in their lives and relationships by providing them with better coping skills, stress reduction strategies and communication techniques. My areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, substance abuse, co-dependency, couples and family counseling, women’s issues, infertility, and stress management.
(817) 242-5094 View (817) 242-5094
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Lauren Waltz
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I use CBT, DBT, Person-Centered, and EFT theories to create the best approach for you.
I specialize in grief, trauma, and loss to help you move forward into a successful future. I enjoy helping my clients find peace in the present, healing from the past, and empowerment for the future. Helping bridge the gap between your current reality and your most-fulfilled life, the goal of treatment is to bring clarity, improve understanding and communication skills, and foster an environment that brings relief to the levels of stress and anxiety in your life. While I work with several populations and ages, I am specializing in later childhood, adolescent, and young adult therapy. I also enjoy working with middle-aged women too!
I use CBT, DBT, Person-Centered, and EFT theories to create the best approach for you.
I specialize in grief, trauma, and loss to help you move forward into a successful future. I enjoy helping my clients find peace in the present, healing from the past, and empowerment for the future. Helping bridge the gap between your current reality and your most-fulfilled life, the goal of treatment is to bring clarity, improve understanding and communication skills, and foster an environment that brings relief to the levels of stress and anxiety in your life. While I work with several populations and ages, I am specializing in later childhood, adolescent, and young adult therapy. I also enjoy working with middle-aged women too!
(817) 396-7480 View (817) 396-7480
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Lillian Wendt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that every person deserves to find joy in their authentic selves. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults in all life stages. I have experience working with trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, and substance use. I use a holistic approach using evidenced-based treatment strategies like CBT, DBT, and person-centered therapy. I have enjoyed working with diverse populations throughout my career. Life is hard and I am ready to sit with you in the muck of life as we work together to help you learn skills and gain confidence so you can live into your most authentic life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that every person deserves to find joy in their authentic selves. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults in all life stages. I have experience working with trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, depression, anxiety, and substance use. I use a holistic approach using evidenced-based treatment strategies like CBT, DBT, and person-centered therapy. I have enjoyed working with diverse populations throughout my career. Life is hard and I am ready to sit with you in the muck of life as we work together to help you learn skills and gain confidence so you can live into your most authentic life.
(817) 670-4607 View (817) 670-4607
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Halle Crutch
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Young women face a lot in today's world. Between anxiety, comparison, life transitions, and managing relationships, it can feel like there is a heavy weight on our shoulders. My passion is to help in that space. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I provide a safe space for you to share your concerns. I tailor strategies from CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy, helping you understand triggers, manage symptoms, and rewrite your narratives. Witnessing your growth and resilience as you overcome anxiety is immensely rewarding. Let's explore what you need to find balance amid busyness.
Young women face a lot in today's world. Between anxiety, comparison, life transitions, and managing relationships, it can feel like there is a heavy weight on our shoulders. My passion is to help in that space. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I provide a safe space for you to share your concerns. I tailor strategies from CBT, DBT, and narrative therapy, helping you understand triggers, manage symptoms, and rewrite your narratives. Witnessing your growth and resilience as you overcome anxiety is immensely rewarding. Let's explore what you need to find balance amid busyness.
(940) 310-5685 View (940) 310-5685
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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.