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How does Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) work?

Tiffany JonesT

Tiffany Jones

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Online Therapy
What's your experience with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
I have integrated CBT into my practice regularly since becoming licensed. CBT can be extremely effective in working with clients who struggle with anxiety and depression. When using CBT, I collaborate with clients to determine the direction of the therapeutic process and identify errors in their thinking. After identifying those errors, clients learn how to begin challenging automatic thoughts that they have developed over time. It's almost like teaching the client to be their own therapist by helping them learn how to identify the errors in thinking. In turn, the client practices challenging those thinking errors inside and outside of session. In addition to helping clients learn how to challenge their thoughts, I also assist them in learning how to change their behaviors in response to their triggers. The foundation of CBT is that dysfunctional thinking underlies all emotion and behaviors. If clients can change their thinking and behavior, they by default change their relationship with their emotions.
I am Tiffany Jones, Owner of Psychache Solutions LLC. I provide a comprehensive set of services to help you boost your confidence and offer support as you navigate your mental health and wellness challenges. I work with clients closely in order to achieve measurable results that allow them to push forward with a new, positive mindset.
Gayle WeillG

Gayle Weill

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Online Therapy
What's your experience with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
The idea behind CBT is that your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. So if you change your thought you'll also change the feeling behind it, and then your behaviors will change as a result. I agree with this, except I also recognize that sometimes our feelings don't match up with our thoughts. I utilize CBT, but I also recognize that sometimes it alone is not effective and other treatment modalities are needed in conjunction with CBT.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in outpatient therapy and hands-on parenting training. I am trained in EMDR which is a therapeutic model for addressing and treating trauma. I have completed certification programs in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, the Circle of Security-Parenting program, hypnosis, and I have national certification as an adoption competent therapist with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.). Working with women who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety and/or relationship issues is my passion. My goal is to help you to feel understood and validated. I do this by listening to you very carefully, and asking questions to help us figure out what the root cause is for your distress. Once we can identify the root of the issue, we can then figure out how to help you move forward and figure out a plan for facing life’s challenges head on. Many people come to me and tell me that they don’t know where to start or how to explain what’s been going on, and that is totally okay, let the therapist worry about all of that. Let’s work together and figure it out.
Cassie HortonC

Cassie Horton

MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Online & In-Person
How does cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) work and how can it help?
Utilizing CBT can be a great way to challenge anxiety & depression. I like to utilize activities to practice reframing schemas. I occassionally will provide some psychoeducation about these topics in an attempt to provide you with a clear picture & understand the "why".
I believe the therapy process is a marathon, not a sprint. Pacing and patience are key to the type of collaborative therapy I offer. In this “marathon”, I am open to discussing what tactics you want to use to create the change you want to see. As a counselor, I use myself as a vehicle for change in the therapeutic process. I bring a warm, personable, and laid-back nature to each session because I believe everyone needs a comfortable space to share their story. I push my clients in the direction of their goals, but I respect the importance of pacing and patience during the therapy “marathon”. I utilize an eclectic approach to meet you where you are. Some of these approaches include Adlerian, Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral and Mindfulness therapies. I have experience working with student-athletes and I know how difficult it is juggling academics, work, school, sports, and a personal life. I also enjoy working on self-esteem building. I invite not only student-athletes, but any adolescents and adults who are struggling with life's pressures. If you are looking for someone who will take the role of pushing you to meet your goals while still staying in your corner cheering you on, please feel free to reach out.
Ami ColonA

Ami Colon

Therapist
Online Therapy
What's your experience with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
My experience with using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is that it is up to the client to do the work. CBT does not just entail talk therapy. It also involves homework in the form of worksheets as well as the client allowing themselves to explore their core beliefs and how to work towards changing their behavior when they are triggered rather than using negative behavior to cope.
Life doesn't have to suck all the time. I'm not saying that therapy can make your life the greatest in the world, but it can help you work through the experiences in your life that are hard to cope with. Sometimes it helps to talk to someone who is not close to the problem and who has no idea who we are so that we can say things that we would not usually say to those closest to us so that we are not judged. I'm here to listen to everything you have to say without judgment and then guide you through finding healthy ways to cope with the difficult experiences in your life while you ease into your recovery journey. I offer active listening without judgment, compassion, empathy, and guidance. I am honest in my treatment but gentle. I offer cognitive behavioral therapy, guidance through radical acceptance, as well as decision making, and difficult life changes. I offer bereavement therapy, and couple's therapy as well as guidance for LGBTQIA youth. My passion comes from a personal place that has been a staple in my professional work as I am eager to guide those who want to move forward with their lives while they are experiencing their healing and recovery journey. I can also be found on https://headway.co/providers/3191 which is where I take Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Aetna.