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I strive to help each client utilize their strengths to improve their quality of life through a queer, sober, neurodivergent-infor...

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Boston

As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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Cambridge

As a Black Haitian-American woman, I understand what it means to be different, among many other things....

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Leominster

I am compassionate and committed to helping people enhance their well-being....

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Newton

As an African American male, I understand the unique challenges associated with engaging with a mental health professional. Throug...

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Westborough

Clients often share that they feel truly heard and supported with me, and that together we’re able to bring clarity, balance, and ...

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Cambridge

The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud...

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Framingham

I know how important it is to feel truly seen and supported, and I'd be honored to walk with you as you work toward healing, growt...

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Leominster

I offer mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to deepen self-awareness as a means of healing....

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Framingham

As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...

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Attleboro

As an experienced therapist, I am passionate about helping people and focusing on achieving their goals, and I am excited to learn...

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Boston

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years’ exp...

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Quincy

Starting therapy is a courageous first step to making changes and feeling empowered....

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Somerville

As a clinician with experience in outpatient clinics and other community-based settings, I have developed the ability to meet and ...

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Lexington

As a young woman who has allowed self-esteem, confidence, and anxiety to get in the way of life, I understand how difficult it can...

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Cambridge

My goal is to create a safe space where folks feel seen, heard, and comfortable sharing their struggles — together, we'll work on ...

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Boston

As a lesbian-identified woman of color, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration....

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Lexington

I believe healing is a personal journey of self-discovery — a return to the innate worth, wholeness, and strength we each carry wi...

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Attleboro

Healing is not for the faint of heart, but a winding road rather than a destination....

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Somerville

As a therapist who has been in the field for 9 years, I understand how complex each individual's story can be....

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Salem

Stephen Medina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience providing care to children, adolescents,...

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Lexington

Pinelopi Dovinos is a psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Certification in Gender and sexuality (queer stu...

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Boston

I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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Worcester

As a daughter, sister, mom, and wife, I understand the complex and unique issues that happen throughout all walks of life....

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Quincy

As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients an...

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Leominster

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...

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Worcester

The core values that guide our work together will be rooted in empathic understanding, validation, and the creative use of evidenc...

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Brookline

I have a very strong skill set in treating those patients that have suffered trauma in their lives....

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Newton

Peter Camden is a Licensed Individual and Family Therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in the state of Massachusetts and Rho...

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Attleboro

I use a holistic approach to treating unwanted behaviors by challenging the cognitive lens and encouraging self-awareness, self-lo...

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Watertown

I am so glad you've taken this brave step towards seeking support, and I am here to listen and work with you to navigate whatever ...

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Cambridge

I understand how quietly heavy life can feel—even when everything looks “fine” on the outside....

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Boston

Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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Salem

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are and utilizing strengths to explore solutions....

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Attleboro

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with adults and teenagers, as well ove...

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Boston

As a military veteran, I understand the corrosive nature of trauma and the unique obstacles that living with trauma-related sympto...

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Lexington

As a multi-cultural counselor, I recognize the importance of respecting cultural, sexual, and gender diversity....

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Cambridge

Cody Doucette is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychological Services. He has a pass...

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Cambridge

I like to focus on a fun way to get to the root of the diagnosis in a judgment-free zone!...

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Leominster

I understand the importance of finding the courage to raise your voice, to speak your truth, to walk in hope....

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Brookline

As individuals, our lived experiences and perspectives are inherently unique to us....

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Boston

As a woman of Color who has experienced several cultures, religions, and walks of life, I have the open-mindedness to meet people ...

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Leominster

I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....

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Westborough

I meet clients where they are, offering compassion and understanding as I support them in achieving their goals and overcoming lif...

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Newton

Starting therapy is a leap of faith— it means trusting someone to be there at vulnerable moments....

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Attleboro

As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...

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Cambridge

As a USAF veteran and psychotherapist, I bring both compassion and resilience to our work together, and I'm here to walk beside yo...

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Brookline

As someone who has lived and trained across cultures I understand how complex our stories can be. I offer a space to explore deepe...

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Framingham

I am dedicated to helping adults and adolescents navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth through compassionate and ...

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Salem

I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings....

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Worcester

As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present....

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Framingham

As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challeng...

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Framingham

As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...

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Salem

As a long-term career therapist, I have a passion for my work and feel privileged to work with those who share their heartfelt cha...

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Newton

I have a wide range of experience with behavioral health disorders that include bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood ...

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Worcester

I'm passionate about creating a safe and judgement-free space where you can explore, heal, and grow into your best self; together,...

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Leominster

My professional and personal experience allow me to understand the complexities of being human....

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Attleboro

Asking for help can be overwhelming, but confronting choices on a daily basis can become easier with the right support system in p...

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 16 years' experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sectors, brin...

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Cambridge

I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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Lexington

I believe everyone deserves respect and dignity as it takes courage to seek professional help and implement change, and I utilize ...

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Cambridge

As a therapist, I offer a warm and supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and thrive....

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Leominster

As a South Asian immigrant and female therapist, I deeply understand the unique challenges and pervasive impacts of racial and gen...

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Lexington

I am grateful for the long life I’ve lived so far and hopeful for many more years. Through clients and coworkers, I’ve learned tha...

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Cambridge

I am passionate about assisting client's identify their goals and achieve them by promoting a positive outlook and providing an ex...

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Leominster

Ashley Kitchen-Sweet is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of specialized experience in guiding adults through d...

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Cambridge

Engaging in therapy is an act of courage and self-love. As a therapist I am committed to helping my clients build on this momentum...

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Lexington

As both a therapist and yoga teacher, I recognize the substantial impact an individual's childhood, environment, relationships, an...

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Framingham

Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the A...

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Quincy

It takes a lot of strength for individuals to engage in counseling, and I understand the importance of building trust and rapport ...

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Boston

By deciding to come to therapy, you are taking the first step in a journey that I hope will be meaningful and insightful....

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Cambridge

I'm here to listen, help you reflect, and strategize for new insights and healthy changes....

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Boston

Life can be stressful, busy, and sometimes overwhelming, and I love helping people find their path forward....

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Leominster

I work to provide clients with a space they feel comfortable exploring themselves in that is free of judgement....

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Somerville

I enjoy helping others learn how to better cope with anxiety and life stressors....

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Salem

I use a person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral approach for all clients, offering a non-judgmental, caring, and e...

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Attleboro

As an individual who has worked in the helping profession for over half of my life, I can appreciate the magnitude of struggles an...

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Westborough

I strive to create a non-judgemental and compassionate therapeutic relationship to help you navigate through life’s challenges....

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Newton

I provide a nurturing, safe, and judgment-free environment to all clients....

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Worcester

Jason Czernich is a person-centered, trauma-informed, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker(LICSW) with more than 11 years o...

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Leominster

Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of....

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Boston

As a provider with 10 years of experience, I am committed to exploring emotional depth and believe in the profound impact of facin...

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Cambridge

Jennifer Royster is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has experience working with diverse populations acro...

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Lexington

As a queer-identified woman and first generation immigrant, I empathize with the experiences of those processing complex and nuanc...

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Worcester

It is my hope that while my clients' circumstances may have affected them, they do not define nor confine their lives. It is with ...

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Cambridge

I hope to create an expressive and creative space for all walks of life by learning from one another, building a relationship, and...

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Cambridge

Having worked in various settings with individuals, children, and families in their homes and through outpatient therapy I have be...

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Attleboro

As a bicultural and trilingual woman and mother, I understand issues of culture and ethnicity, as well as parenting....

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Boston

As a woman of color, I understand the importance of intersectionality and cultural competence and their impact on mental health....

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Lexington

Starting therapy can often be a daunting task; my goal is to provide a comfortable and supportive therapeutic environment in which...

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Quincy

Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborati...

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Cambridge

As a psychiatric provider, I consider it an honor to partner with my patients in meeting their healthcare goals while living their...

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Boston

As a clinical psychologist trained as a generalist with over 20+ years of experience and specialty training in treating anxiety, d...

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Cambridge

I love helping individuals become the greatest versions of themselves....

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Worcester

We are all on a journey of moving towards our happiest and best selves - I want to offer a helping hand toward you in this process...

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Leominster

We all have unique stressors, and finding ways to connect with others and harness our creativity can be challenging. Angela will ...

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Boston

Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethn...

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Salem

As an experienced individual and family therapist, I respect and recognize the vulnerability and the strength of taking that first...

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Lexington

Like you, I hold many identities (i.e. queer, neurodivergent, female, etc) and I recognize that each of your unique identities is ...

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Attleboro

As a second-generation Asian woman of color, I have the insight and compassion of feeling different and empowering self-esteem to ...

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Framingham

Having had an upbringing in the suburban Midwest of the United States where uniqueness was often minimized rather than celebrated,...

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Cambridge

As a queer Latina woman with extensive experience treating patients with trauma, depression, anxiety, and more, I look forward to ...

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Framingham

As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and env...

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Leominster

I am an empathetic counselor who values rapport as the most important aspect of the counseling experience....

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Westborough

As a woman, wife, mother, and daughter of aging parents, I understand the challenges associated with major life transitions as wel...

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Lexington

As an Asian American therapist, I bring a blend of cultural sensitivity and professional expertise to sessions, ensuring that your...

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Boston

Going to therapy is like going to the gym; you may feel sore and you won’t see immediate effects, but the long-term results are gr...

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Brookline

I believe that true healing comes from feeling heard and understood....

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Starting Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Franklin

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

At Thriveworks, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy or talk therapy. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors that can contribute to various mental health issues or challenges that people are struggling with.

What does a cognitive behavioral therapist do?

Cognitive behavioral therapists specialize in Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help you to identify and comprehend your thought patterns, which often encompass automatic negative thoughts, cognitive distortions, and self-defeating beliefs. Once these negative thought patterns are pinpointed, cognitive behavioral therapists aim to challenge and replace them with the objective of fostering more constructive and logical thinking. In addition, these therapists place significant emphasis on implementing positive behavioral changes based on the newly established, healthier thought patterns.

What is CBT best for?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective for addressing conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors, making it well-suited for issues related to distorted thinking and emotional regulation.

How much does a CBT session cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

What is the success rate of CBT?

The success rate of CBT varies depending on the intentions of the client and their condition(s).

What is better: CBT or DBT?

The selection between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is based on an individual’s unique needs and challenges. CBT is commonly chosen for addressing conditions such as anxiety and depression, whereas DBT is especially beneficial for individuals dealing with borderline personality disorder, emotional regulation issues, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.

Is CBT conducted in person or online?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our Thriveworks therapists in Franklin, MA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is CBT?

Generally, CBT is considered a short-term therapy, typically lasting for about 12 to 20 weekly sessions. In some cases, it might extend to around 16 to 20 sessions for more complex issues.

Need more help deciding?

You have an important examine scheduled for the following day. You have read the material and studied hard. Though you are prepared, as you lay in bed you can’t stop thinking about the test. The more you think about it the more anxious you get. You realize you are losing sleep which only makes you more nervous because you know that without an adequate amount of sleep your performance on the test will suffer. You wish you had a way to control your thoughts, so you wouldn’t continue to worry yourself into such a state.

On another occasion, you are looking forward to seeing a certain friend whom you haven’t seen for a long time. The day before your scheduled get together, your friend calls to say that an emergency has come up and she can’t make the date. At first you feel badly for your friend. But then you wonder if your friend ever had any intention of meeting with you at all. You continue to wonder if it was something you said. You can’t stop feeling guilty that maybe you have contributed to the very reason she is canceling these appointments. Eventually though, guilt turns into resentment.

These harmful thought patterns or cognitive distortions, can have serious consequences that affect many areas of our lives.

Cognitive Distortions and Dissonance?

Cognitive distortions are thoughts or beliefs that are not based on credible evidence but can negatively affect a person’s emotions and/or behaviors. Further, a person may have two conflicting opinions or a belief that conflicts with their behavior. This condition is called cognitive dissonance. Though the person may not be aware of these contradictions, cognitive dissonance, if left unresolved, will create disturbing emotions with persistent anxiety. Examples of cognitive distortions include:

  • Blame Shifting: Having a need to assign blame in every situation, usually deflecting the blame from one’s self;
  • Catastrophizing: A tendency to see situations from a worse-case scenario with a sense of eminent doom;
  • Control fallacy: Responding to one’s own insecurities regarding a situation by attempting to micro-manage;
  • Emotional reasoning: Creating a sense of reality based on one’s personal feelings, usually from a negative perspective;
  • Fallacy of fairness: Frequently comparing and/or contrasting one’s self or one’s current situation to those of other individual, usually in an arbitrary manner.
  • Filtering: Only attending to the negative aspects of a situation and disregarding the positive aspects.
  • Overgeneralization: Developing a universal principle from one’s own personal experiences;
  • Polarized thinking: Seeing the world in the terms of strict dichotomies, e.g. either yes or no, black or white;

Effects of Negative Thought Patterns

We often find ourselves in situations where we develop conclusions with little or no information. These conclusions may be influenced more by past experiences rather than the present situation. The problem is that these conclusions can trigger emotional responses that effect our well-being, both mental and physical. Faulty thought patterns can lead to a host of aberrant conditions and behaviors such as:

  • Insomnia
  • Generalized Anxiety
  • Panic Attacks
  • Explosive Verbal Outbursts
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Tendencies
  • Mood Swings
  • Sense of Helplessness
  • Poor Self-Worth
  • Decreased Motivation
  • Disruptions in Personal Relationships
  • Self-Medication with Alcohol or Illicit Drugs
  • Over Eating or Under Eating
  • Other General Health Issues

When we experience this distortion in our thoughts we can experience a sense of disconnect, loneliness and hopelessness. However, there is hope. There are a range of exercises and techniques that, when trained by an experienced professional, can help us manage our thoughts and behaviors. This type of training is known as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT. Cognitive Behavior Therapy is a widely used evidence-based approach to psychotherapy that focuses on identifying environmental triggers to certain thought patterns and developing healthier, more productive responses called coping skills.

The CBT Process

The trained counselor or therapist at Thriveworks-Franklin, utilizing CBT, will help the client identify unhelpful cognitions (i.e. thoughts, beliefs and/or attitudes) that may lead to emotions and/or behaviors that may lead to maladaptive, often serious, negative consequences. After developing a relationship with the client based on mutual trust and acceptance, the therapist will help teach the client to:

  • Identify these harmful cognitions
  • Identify environmental triggers to these patterns
  • Teach methods of using an evidenced based approach to assess the merit of these cognitions
  • Train alternative ways of addressing these thoughts and feelings
  • Recognize the more positive consequences for these alternate responses.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy generally has six phases:

  1. Assessment or Evaluation
  2. Reconceptualization;
  3. Skills acquisition;
  4. Skills consolidation and application training;
  5. Generalization and maintenance;
  6. Post-treatment assessment follow-up.

There are clinicians at Thriveworks-Franklin with many years of training and experience helping others using Cognitive behavioral therapy. The are various forms of CBT techniques that include:

  • Relaxation Training
  • Cognitive Restructuring
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy
  • Stress Inoculation
  • Guided Imagery
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

The cognitive behavioral therapists at Thriveworks Franklin will work with the client to select a method or combination of methods that will be right for that individual. Thriveworks-Franklin therapist use CBT to treat a variety of conditions and challenges including:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mood swings
  • Relationship issues
  • Drug and/or alcohol abuse
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Self-abuse
  • Anger management
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Conduct Disorder

Get Help Today

If you are ready to try cognitive behavioral therapy, Thriveworks-Franklin has counselors who are ready to help. When you contact us at (617) 360-7210. You may have your first appointment within 24 hours. We do not maintain a waitlist, but we do offer weekend and evening sessions. We also accept most insurance plans. So, call Thriveworks-Franklin today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Franklin accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Franklin is located in the same building as Sancturary Salon & Day Spa, Xpression Prints, Allevato Architects, Sunrise Montessori School, Berry Insurance, and Opal Beauty Lounge, as well as many other businesses. We are not far from the intersection of Hayward Street and W Central Street, near this intersection is Patti Eisenhauer Dance Center, Timeless Crossfit and Fitness, Furniture Clinic and Preferred Pump & Equipment.

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(508) 960-6973

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