Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behavior. I use CBT-informed skills to help people notice patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and experiment with new ways of responding — always within the context of the larger therapeutic work.

CBT SKills I Draw From

Common CBT Skills

  • Identifying automatic thoughts
    Noticing habitual thoughts that shape emotional reactions.

  • Cognitive restructuring
    Gently questioning thoughts that feel rigid, harsh, or absolute.

  • Behavioral experiments
    Trying small, intentional changes to see what actually happens.

  • Behavioral activation
    Re-engaging with meaningful activities when mood or motivation is low.

  • Thought records (used selectively)
    Mapping the link between situations, thoughts, feelings, and actions.

  • Values-based decision making
    Using values as a guide rather than anxiety or avoidance.

These skills are used flexibly and collaboratively, not as homework for homework’s sake.