Individual Therapy
Your therapist will guide you in addressing various symptoms and/or psychosocial difficulties through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment for social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, specific phobia, OCD, depression, behavioral disorders, marital distress, etc. In addition, it has been found to be beneficial in helping individuals address common problems of living (e.g., procrastination, test anxiety, anger management, and relationship difficulties). Your therapist will help you identify the problem and define your goals for treatment.You and your therapist will work together to recognize and change maladaptive thinking patterns, which cause the emotions and behaviors that you would like to change. Please see What is cognitive behavioral therapy? for a more detailed explanation of CBT
Group Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of New Jersey is currently offering three group therapy options:
Social Anxiety Group: This group will help individuals who experience anxiety in social situations, by identifying and addressing the thought processes that trigger anxiety. The group format also encourages participants to engage in social interaction with one another, while utilizing their newly acquired social strategies and ways of thinking.
Social Skills Groups: This group will help individuals learn and practice social skills in a safe and supportive environment. Group members will be matched based on age and skill level.
Depression/Anxiety Support Group: This group will utilize CBT principles to help its members target their feelings of depression and anxiety. The group format will allow participants to gain support and feedback from other individuals coping with similar struggles, while utilizing the therapist’s guidance in adapting their thoughts to bring about changes in their emotional and behavioral reactions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy of New Jersey is interested in forming additional groups. Please feel free to contact us with suggestions/requests and we will make every effort to meet your needs.
Parenting
Parents dealing with difficult child/parent relationships work with their therapist to identify the thoughts and behaviors that impede effective parenting. They are then guided in developing learning skills and strategies, which will improve upon their child’s behavior and strengthen the parent/child relationship.
Family Therapy
Therapy will focus on helping family members address the thinking patterns that lead to family conflict and communication difficulties. The therapist will assist the family in developing more productive and harmonious ways of interacting with one another, while ensuring that all members of the family feel understood.