Individual Therapy
Alongside using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy—we integrate a range of therapeutic methods to address each client’s unique needs. These include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness techniques, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
This integrative approach allows us to support clients in building emotional resilience, reducing stress, improving focus, and fostering long-term mental well-being. Whether you are seeking to heal from past trauma, manage symptoms of anxiety, or optimize your mindset for athletic performance, our goal is to help you achieve balance, confidence, and lasting growth.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
CBT is a structured, goal-oriented form of psychotherapy that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors contributing to anxiety. Grounded in the premise that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, CBT helps individuals recognize and challenge irrational beliefs and distorted thinking patterns that fuel anxiety. By addressing these cognitive distortions and implementing adaptive coping strategies, individuals can effectively manage anxiety symptoms and improve their overall quality of life.
How Does CBT Address Anxiety Disorder?
How Does CBT Address Anxiety Disorder?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety Disorder (CBT-AD) typically involves several key components:
- Cognitive Restructuring: This foundational aspect of anxiety disorder cognitive behavioral therapy involves identifying and challenging negative thought patterns associated with anxiety. By recognizing and replacing these distorted thoughts with more balanced and realistic alternatives, individuals can reduce anxiety and improve their emotional well-being.
- Exposure Therapy: Exposure therapy is a central component of CBT-AD, particularly for specific phobias and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Through gradual and systematic exposure to feared situations or stimuli, individuals learn to confront their fears in a safe and controlled manner, ultimately reducing anxiety and avoidance behaviors.
- Behavioral Activation: Anxiety disorder cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on increasing engagement in positive and rewarding activities as a means of counteracting anxiety and depression. By scheduling enjoyable and meaningful activities, individuals can improve their mood, increase motivation, and reduce feelings of anxiety.
- Skill Building: CBT-AD equips individuals with practical coping skills and relaxation techniques to manage anxiety symptoms effectively. These may include deep breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation, providing individuals with tools to regulate their emotions and reduce stress.
