Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
When your thoughts feel hard to turn off
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
You might find yourself overthinking, second-guessing decisions, or getting stuck in patterns of worry or self-doubt. Even small situations can feel overwhelming when your mind keeps replaying or predicting what might go wrong.
CBT is a practical, evidence-based approach that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, & behaviors.
It focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns & learning how to shift them, so you can respond to situations in a way that feels more balanced & intentional.
Why this approach can be helpful?
Our brains naturally try to make sense of situations, but sometimes those patterns can become automatic & unhelpful, leading to anxiety, self-criticism, or feeling stuck.
CBT helps you slow that process down, understand what’s happening, & create new ways of thinking & responding that actually support you.
Sometimes it’s not just what’s happening, it’s how we interpret it that shapes how we feel.
Key parts of CBT:
Awareness of Thoughts
Learning to notice your thoughts & recognize patterns like overthinking, worst-case thinking, or self-criticism.
Helps with:
• racing thoughts
• anxiety and worry
• negative self-talk
Challenging Thought Patterns
Understanding how to question & reframe thoughts so they become more balanced & realistic.
Helps with:
• all-or-nothing thinking
• self-doubt
• harsh inner dialogue
Behavioral Changes
Taking small, intentional actions that help shift patterns & build confidence over time.
Helps with:
• avoidance
• procrastination
• feeling stuck
Building Coping Skills
Developing practical tools to manage stress, regulate emotions, & respond more effectively in everyday situations.
Helps with:
• stress and overwhelm
• emotional reactions
• navigating challenges
What this looks like in our work together
In sessions, we focus on understanding your patterns & actively building tools you can use outside of therapy.
This might look like:
• identifying patterns in your thinking
• learning how to challenge unhelpful thoughts
• practicing new ways of responding to situations
• applying skills to real-life scenarios
CBT is often integrated with other approaches to support your specific needs.
CBT may be a good fit if…
• you struggle with anxiety or overthinking
• you notice patterns of self-doubt or negative thinking
• you feel stuck in unhelpful habits or behaviors
• you want practical tools to manage stress
• you’re looking for a structured, skills-based approach
What you can expect
Over time, CBT helps you:
• feel more in control of your thoughts
• reduce overthinking and anxiety
• respond to situations with more clarity
• build confidence in your decisions
• feel more balanced and grounded