Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a category of therapies that aims to help identify and challenge negative thought patterns, as well as provide behavioral skills and coping mechanisms for managing uncomfortable emotions. CBT helps individuals gain deeper insight into their thought patterns and develop concrete solutions through increasing problem solving skills. Within this framework, I employ variations of CBT including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on increasing psychological flexibility alongside incorporating mindfulness techniques. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is another form of CBT we may utilize, specifically when working to target symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness skills focus on cultivating present-moment awareness and welcoming a non-judgmental acceptance of thoughts, feelings, and sensations. This may sound straight forward and simple, but incorporating mindfulness can have profound impacts on our daily functioning as well as our ability to reduce stress and anxiety, cultivate self-compassion, and improve overall emotional regulation in our lives.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) focuses on the development of tangible skills for managing intense emotions such as anger, sadness, and anxiety. This approach is action-oriented, involving the practical application of interpersonal effectiveness skills and tools for managing distress in our daily lives. DBT skills can assist with improving interpersonal relationships and coping with the challenging experiences that life can present us with.