How does Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) work?

I am a PLPC (Under the supervision of Jenna Wood, MO 2016040359) who didn’t start out in mental health, but after having an amazing experience with a therapist for my own life stressors, I was hooked and went back to school to get a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. I now enjoy working with individuals to help heal wounds of trauma or life stressors. I use many different approaches to meet the unique needs of people I help.

Like many therapist profiles, this page could list my degrees and credentials, provide a vague description of what clients I work with, and be distant but warm; however, that is not how I work with clients or how I am in the world. I want this page to help you decide if we’ll work well together, not just list the things I’ve done. What you probably want to know is 1) do I know what I’m doing and 2) are we a good fit in working together. I have been working in the mental health field, specifically with eating disorders, since 2014 in a variety of capacities including inpatient, residential, and crisis stabilization programs. I am passionate about eating disorder recovery and collaborating with patients to find balance in their lives. I am body-positive and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned. I have experience in working with families, couples, and individuals in addition to facilitating group therapy. My primary focus lies in helping to support clients and their loved ones in understanding and moving forward in the path to recovery through individual and family therapy. I have earned the distinction of being a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) by the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and have been an officeholder for the Heartland chapter of iaedp since 2019 and remained committed to pursuing ongoing education within the field. There are so many people who hesitate to come to therapy or to move forward in eating disorder recovery due to having been previously unsuccessful with a “one size fits all” approach. I work with you to figure it out. I’m not a smile-and-nod, sit in silence type of therapist. I'll call you out on your BS, but I can do that in a way where we can both laugh. I'm not afraid to talk about anything you need to talk about. Intrusive thoughts? Feeling like you’re the only person to feel this way? You’d be surprised to find that you’re not alone. Therapy will provide a safe space to be yourself and a supportive environment to help meet you where you’re at and work towards creating lasting change in your life.

Tanya Jones-Awolusi, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with a thriving private practice. Her practice, Butterfly Effect Counseling and Consulting LLC, has been open since 2017 and she is also the CEO of an online retail store, The Therapy Corner Shop. She holds a Master's Degree in Social Work from Kean University and is licensed by the New Jersey Board of Social Workers to conduct therapy sessions. She holds a Biblical Counseling diploma from Light University and has the ability to merge her loves of faith and clinical work together in sessions. In addition to her therapy practice and retail store, she also has held several talks dealing with depression, anxiety, and fear, and centers her private practice on overcoming these challenges using several proven modalities. She specializes in working with women, but has experience with therapy sessions featuring men, children, couples, and groups. To learn more about her services you can visit her practice at ButterflyEffectCC.com and her online store can be found at TheTherapyCornerShop.com. Also check out @butterflyeffectcc on Instagram.

I’m trauma focused therapist with a deep commitment to learning, listening and teaching as much as I can about the way that our minds, bodies and hearts respond to stress. My philosophy is inspired by the fundamental belief that we’re all inherently primed to move towards what’s healthy and loving. Sometimes we get side tracked by habits that get started when we’re adapting to stressful work, society or family environments or to survive painful live events.  

Hi there! My name is Brittany and I am an LCPC, ATR-BC, and a registered yoga teacher. I use these skills to help my clients reach their personal goals. I specialize in developing coping skills, managing life transitions and stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. 

I am so glad you are here, I understand taking this first step to seek therapy wasn’t easy. Sometimes the biggest hurdle is when we realize we need to take care of our mental health and that’s a huge accomplishment. The foundation of therapy is the relationship built between therapist and client. This relationship allows for a supportive, safe place for you to be able to challenge yourself to heal and change. So right now the struggle can be anxiety, feeling overwhelmed with thoughts, difficulty with getting out of bed, making and maintaining healthy relationships. Dealing with some of these symptoms, if left untreated, can cause a domino effect in job performance, your physical well-being, and your relationships with friends and loved ones. Sometimes you need someone that can be an unbiased ear who helps you find your path. I have been in the field of mental health in many different capacities. However, providing one on one therapy is my true passion. During my early college years, I worked as a tutor with adolescents who were underprivileged, under-supported, struggling with learning disabilities. This sparked an interest in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the California State University of San Bernardino. My journey continued working with children on the autism spectrum and assisting the families with the challenges which arise from parenting and maintaining relationships. I noticed that oftentimes families were not always given the same amount of support. This has further kindled my interest in wanting to provide better support for families. I then pursued a Master’s Degree of Science in counseling Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix. I bring over 12 years of experience working with children, families, individuals, and couples. Throughout my practice, I have helped others with learning new coping tools to help with life’s challenges. My skills in working with individuals include using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and narrative therapy to help others struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem issues, parenting, and trauma. All of which affect how we relate to others. My work has focused on building a strong family foundation. To educate my clients by teaching them how to communicate and strengthen their bond with other members of a family unit as well as relationships with peers and romantic partners. My biggest passion is to see the growth made by my clients to help them reach their maximum potential when they are provided with the needed guidance to succeed. As a fluent Spanish speaker, I bring enthusiasm in providing support for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

I am an eating disorder and DBT specialist with over 20 years of experience helping all kinds of clients re-claim their lives and their mental health.

Hey there! I'm Lamar, but you can call me KaMu. I'm proudly an MFT Associate at the Multicultural Therapy Academy, working under the guidance of Dr. Pamela Reeves. After finishing my bachelor's degree in health administration and management, I gained valuable experience as an MRI technologist with a neuroscience research team specializing in Functional MRI at the University of Southern California Medical Center. This hands-on involvement intensified my enthusiasm for Psychology, which led me to pursue a master's degree. At the University of Capella, I completed my master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy, focusing on Counselling Psychology. Currently, I'm enrolled in a Doctoral program at Quantum University, where I'm diving into the profound art of holistic healing for the mind, body, and spirit. This includes studying various modalities like hypnosis, NLP, and Neurofeedback, among others. I'm a passionate Psychologist with comprehensive expertise in providing innovative treatment to help individuals navigate psychological and emotional obstacles. I'm committed to offering unwavering support throughout the entire process of diagnosing, evaluating, and implementing treatment. My approach integrates trauma-informed therapy, solution-focused therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. I believe in delving into the depths of trauma's history, unveiling hidden patterns, and embarking on a journey of emotional restoration. By doing so, we can rediscover the joy of life, nurture relationships, and revive our spiritual and emotional well-being. Let's work together to make that happen!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I practice exclusively by telehealth. I help adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, self esteem and or substance abuse / alcohol issues.

I’m committed to providing affirming and supportive therapy to people who may not have had a good experience in the past. My ideal clients are folx who are looking for a therapist who trusts them to be the experts on their own experiences.