Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBTs) are based on the assumption that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all interrelated. In treatment, we observe unhelpful or ineffective patterns of thinking and acting that keep you feeling stuck. CBTs focus more on the present moment than the past, but honor how your history shapes your view of the world. Sessions tend to be active and collaborative, with a great deal of back and forth between us. A CBT session might involve problem-solving, recognizing painful thoughts that "hook" you over and over, facing your fears with support, role-playing a difficult conversation, or using mindfulness techniques to address anxiety. Because the majority of your life is lived outside of the therapy office, CBTs often build in between-session exercises. For instance, we may practice a specific skill together and then focus on applying that skill over the course of the week, in different contexts and settings. In my practice of CBTs, I aim to flexibly draw from a variety of interventions to help you move toward a life of value and meaning.