Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Frederick, MD

Understanding the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It can help you recognize patterns that may be contributing to distress and develop more helpful ways of responding to challenges.

CBT is often structured, practical, and goal-oriented. Rather than simply talking about what’s difficult, therapy can help you identify what is keeping you stuck and practice new skills you can use in your everyday life.

CBT May Help You:

  • Recognize and challenge unhelpful thought patterns

  • Develop more balanced and realistic ways of thinking

  • Better understand your emotions and behaviors

  • Build problem-solving and coping skills

  • Increase confidence and self-esteem

  • Face fears and reduce avoidance

  • Improve communication and interpersonal skills

  • Practice relaxation and emotional regulation

  • Develop healthier behavioral patterns

CBT can be helpful for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, and other emotional or behavioral challenges.

Your therapist will tailor CBT to your individual needs, experiences, and goals, providing practical tools while creating space to better understand yourself and the patterns that may be affecting your life.

CBT is available at By Your Side Counseling Services in Frederick, Maryland, with Telehealth available throughout Maryland.

Providers at By Your Side Counseling Services, LLC who provide CBT counseling:

April Widdes, LCPC, Board Approved Supervisor

Ashley Saltzman, LCPC, NCC, Board Approved Supervisor

Brittany Tackett, LCPC, NCC

Marianne Eldridge, LCSW-C

Holly Lawrence, LCPC, NCC