Definitions

CBT is a therapy technique created to support an individual in changing their thinking and behavioral patterns. Strategies used include: learning to recognize one’s own errors in thinking and re-evaluating them,  gaining a better understanding of individual and others behaviors and motivations, addressing fears, and/or finding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This therapy has been helpful in addressing the following challenges: Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use/Abuse, Marital Issues, Eating disorders, and severe mental health. 

DBT is  an evidence based practice that supports individuals who struggle with intense emotions. This therapy is designed to support individuals in learning how to live in the moment, improve relationships, develop healthy ways to cope, and regulate emotions. This therapy has been helpful for the following challenges: Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance use/abuse, children and adolescents, and Marital Issues. 

TF-CBT is a therapy that was created to support individuals who have identified struggles with significant emotional problems, such as  post-traumatic stress disorder, fear, anxiety, and/or depression. This specific therapy utilizes a step-by-stepp structure that allows individuals to build up their knowledge and skills prior to delving into their identified trauma. This therapy has worked best for children ages 3-18, but can also be utilized for adults struggling with intense emotions

Coping Cat is a therapy practice created to help children work through their anxiety. This therapy combines behavioral strategies (e.g. modeling, relaxation) with cognitive strategies (e.g. problem solving, appraisal of personal abilities and perceived threat) to help children cope with anxiety. This therapy has been helpful for children 5-10 years of age. 

MI is a process where your therapist can help guide an individual to better understand your own beliefs, values, and meanings, which can draw out a positive motivation and desire for change. This technique is helpful when you are feeling ambivalent or unsure of how or what, or even why you may be feeling like a change may be in your best interest.