CBT Therapy in Houston, TX

Discover freedom from anxiety, OCD, and more with the support of a licensed CBT therapist

In-person & virtual CBT therapy sessions available

Welcoming children, teens, and adults 

Evidence-based treatment for reliable results

CBT helps you reframe negative thoughts the moment they come up, preventing you from spiraling into anxiety or limiting self-beliefs.

For example, a friend cancels their plans with you at the last minute. Your first thought is: "They canceled plans with me because they don’t actually like me; they think I’m too high-maintenance or self-centered.”

Or maybe you are familiar with the anticipatory anxiety you experience before every major work presentation or school exam. You often think, “This will never go well,” “I’ll embarrass myself,” or “Everyone is going to find out I really don’t know anything.”

Anxiety takes over, your mind endlessly going through all the negative possibilities. You're kept awake through the night, thinking about it. This cycle happens so often that you feel near-constantly anxious.

CBT breaks this pattern at its source. You learn to catch that first negative thought and reality-check it with the help of a skilled CBT therapist. This powerful approach can free you from cycles of anxiety, low self-esteem, and more. 

But it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. Here's how to know if CBT might be right for you:

CBT may not be best for you if…

  • Your mental health challenges stem from past trauma or complex trauma that you have not worked through yet
  • You want to dive deep into understanding your past, rather than focusing on the present or future
  • You are not willing to practice tools outside of sessions, preferring to do all of the work directly alongside your therapist

CBT might be a great option if…

  • You notice negative thoughts or spiraling thinking patterns causing you distress
  • You prefer to focus on your present goals, rather than exploring your past experiences
  • You are willing to do some “homework,” practicing new skills and implementing tools on your own between sessions
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What is CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a powerful, evidence-based talk-therapy approach. CBT is solution focused, goal oriented, and time-limited.

CBT is built on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all interconnected. By identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, we can significantly reduce anxiety and improve overall well-being.

At Houston Anxiety and Wellness Center, our team of expert CBT therapists use it as our go-to approach for helping clients overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, and related mental health challenges — because it's so effective.

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What is CBT used for?

CBT is used to treat a wide range of anxiety-related disorders and challenges, including…

  • Anxiety disorders
  • Low self-esteem
  • Depression
  • OCD
  • Perfectionism
  • Anxiety in kids
  • Phobias
  • Panic disorder
  • And more
The Therapy process

How does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy work?

Every client is different, but here's a birdseye view of how CBT therapy works!

1

Identify & challenge your thoughts

During our sessions, we’ll talk through your anxious moments to uncover what thoughts may have kicked it off. Then we “reality-check” each thought, seeing how true or untrue they are.

2

Build & practice coping skills

During our sessions and at home, you’ll work on practicing noticing and reality-checking your thoughts. You will also learn and practice new skills for coping with anxiety such as relaxation, visualization, mindfulness, journaling, and problem solving.

3

Track & maintain progress!

Let’s celebrate how far you’ve come! We regularly review your goals and progress, adjusting our approach as needed. As you improve, we'll work on strategies to maintain your progress and handle future challenges.

Book your first session with a CBT therapist

CBT therapy sessions can be in-person at our Houston office or virtual in most of the USA. 

Click the button below to fill out our inquiry form. We’ll match you with a CBT therapist in Houston or beyond who’s best for you!