Treatment Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a practical and goal-oriented therapy that promotes change by addressing the connections among our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In CBT, you will learn to identify unrealistic or unhelpful thoughts that cause distress and learn to revise these thoughts to create more balanced, realistic ones. CBT also focuses on changing behaviors to help improve mood and well-being. We will work together to understand what keeps you engaging in unhelpful behaviors and set goals to start doing more of the things that you want to be doing.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT is a therapy that teaches you to accept difficult thoughts and feelings as a natural and unavoidable part of life. The ACT approach provides space for experiencing emotions as they are, rather than trying to fight or avoid them. ACT focuses on helping you to connect with your values—what truly matters to you—and take action toward a meaningful life, even when you feel anxious, sad, or stressed. By learning to accept thoughts and feelings without letting them control your actions, you can build a life that feels fulfilling and valuable.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD
ERP is a specialized treatment for OCD that involves gradually facing feared thoughts and situations while resisting the urge to engage in compulsive behaviors. The goal of ERP is for you to build confidence and skills for facing feared thoughts and situations without relying on compulsive behaviors. By gradually confronting these challenges, you learn to sit with discomfort and recognize that your thoughts don’t have to control you. Through this process, you gain the freedom to engage more fully in life, even when difficult thoughts arise, and develop a new sense of resilience and self-trust.
Executive Functioning Skills Training for ADHD
Executive functioning skills training for ADHD can help you to improve your ability to plan, organize, manage time, and control impulses. We will focus on developing practical strategies to work around challenges and improve daily functioning. Many people with ADHD also struggle with low self-esteem due to current or past difficulties. Incorporation of CBT can help identify and change negative self-talk, while improving confidence and motivation.