CBT that gives you tools—this week, not someday.

Clear goals, measurable progress, and skills you’ll actually use between sessions.

Conditions I treat with CBT:

CBT helps with…

  • Anxiety & Worry (generalized anxiety, social anxiety)

  • Panic Attacks & Agoraphobia

  • OCD (with ERP)

  • Insomnia (CBT-I)

  • Depression & Low Motivation

  • School Avoidance / College Transitions

  • Perfectionism & Procrastination

CBT for Anxiety — Quick Guide

3 Pillars of CBT:

  1. Thought tools: spot “all-or-nothing,” catastrophizing, and swap in balanced statements.

  2. Action tools: tiny behaviors that break avoidance and build momentum.

  3. Exposure (when relevant): gradual practice with anxiety triggers so your brain re-learns “uncomfortable ≠ dangerous.”

Who I Work With:

  • College/Young Adults: procrastination, panic in classes, sleep reset, transitions.

  • OCD/ERP, Anxiety & Panic: structured exposure with response-prevention and safety-behavior “spotters.”

  • Teens/Parents: practical skills, parent coaching when helpful, school coordination as needed.

Telehealth: Available across Illinois.

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How CBT helps with Anxiety

What is CBT—and why it works
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is a structured, skills-based therapy. We map the patterns between thoughts, feelings, and actions, then practice small, specific changes that move you forward. Instead of just venting, you’ll leave sessions with 1–2 tools to use that week.

How CBT helps with Depression

What Sessions Look Like?

What to expect—first 3 sessions

  • Session 1: map what’s hard, define 2–3 goals, leave with one tool (e.g., breath + “first step” plan).

  • Session 2: personalize a skills kit; start tracking quick wins; set micro-homework.

  • Session 3: tighten the plan; if OCD/panic/insomnia, begin graded exposure or CBT-I schedule.

Timeline: Many clients notice a difference in 4–6 sessions; typical courses 12–20 depending on goals

FAQ About CBT?

  • How long does CBT take? Many notice improvement in 4–6 sessions; full courses often run 12–20 depending on goals and practice between sessions.

  • Do you treat OCD with ERP? Yes—Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is available for OCD.

  • Do you offer CBT for teens? Yes. Age-appropriate skills with parent coaching when helpful.

  • Do you offer telehealth? Yes, for clients located in Illinois.

  • What’s the first step? A quick consult call to map goals and scheduling.

See CBT Outcome Data