Private Practice

Private Practice in Clinical Psychology

We are experts in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based cognitive behavior therapy (MBCBT), which are evidence-based, empirically supported, proven treatment in mental health care. On this site, when we refer to CBT, we are automatically referring to MBCBT.

We practice CBT because it works. Our direct experience with clients reflects the broader scientific perspective that CBT is a powerful approach. There are thousands of studies across a variety of disorders, which unequivocally show that CBT is as effective as medication in treating anxiety and depression and more effective than medication in keeping the benefits of treatment after treatment ends. CBT can be combined with medication to increase success. In most cases, it is preferable first to try CBT alone before adding medication. If medication is used with CBT, it may be optimal once symptoms improve to begin reducing medicine and, possibly, stopping it altogether.

• Anxiety Disorders with particular expertise in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and OC Spectrum Disorders such as trichotillomania, picking disorders, and tic disorders
• Attention Disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
• Phobias including Panic Disorder, Fear of Flying and other Social Anxieties
• Pervasive Developmental Disorders including Autism and other Spectrum Disorders
• Mood Disorders such as Depression and Anger
• Insomnia and other sleep problems
• Self regulation issues like Anger, Guilt, Shame, Fear, Excitement, and Impulsivity
• Substance Abuse including Drugs and Alcohol
• Relationship issues including Marriage, Dating, Family, Friends and Co-Workers
• Eating Disorders such as Anorexia and Bulimia