Our therapists offer cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Champaign, IL

My go-to approach for cognitive behavioral therapy is to break things down into small and manageable steps that clients want to incorporate into daily life for change.

I teach the following in cognitive behavioral therapy:

• Reframing (an example: How are problems and mistakes opportunities?)
• Noticing how you feel and think (What are you thinking and feeling day-to-day?)
• Planning fun and things to look forward to, as you are more likely to make progress when you focus on both change and finding pleasure in each day.
• Expression of feelings (practicing naming and expressing feelings in healthy ways)
• Learning and utilizing coping skills (utilizing quiet time, support systems, exercise, breathing, mindfulness, etc.)
• Looking at and utilizing a support system (Who are you able to count on, are you utilizing these supports, and do you want or need to grow your support system?)
• Self-esteem
• Positive self-talk (Looking at and improving the messages you give yourself)
• Making and achieving goals (Making realistic and attainable goals and breaking them into manageable pieces)

When a client is feeling more successful in daily life, reducing anxiety or stress, and feeling more positive, I know we are making meaningful progress.

Challenge yourself to notice and change the negative messages you give yourself each day, as this is a huge and important step.

Think about your daily challenges and goals and come in knowing that you have the ability to make the changes you desire.