Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

At HC Mental Health & Wellness in Washington, DC, and Miami, Florida, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Hawley Campbell, PMHNP, BC, offers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) as a part of her commitment to comprehensive care. CBT is effective, evidence-based, and a useful part of modern mental health care. Now, you can access it via telehealth, so you never have to miss a visit. Learn more by calling HC Mental Health & Wellness or booking online today.

What is cognitive behavioral therapy?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) at HC Mental Health & Wellness is goal-oriented talk therapy that explores how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors intertwine. The core idea is simple: Unhelpful thinking patterns can produce emotional distress and negative behaviors, but you can change those patterns.

Rather than focusing only on the past, CBT emphasizes your present-day challenges and practical solutions. Hawley helps you recognize distorted thinking, challenge those thoughts, and replace them with perspectives that serve you.

What mental health concerns can cognitive behavioral therapy treat?

CBT can address:

• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Stress
• Trauma-related conditions
• Obsessive-compulsive behaviors
• Phobias
• Sleep issues
• Anger
• Low self-esteem
• Chronic health-related stress

Because CBT is skills-based and adaptable, Hawley can tailor it to your needs.

What are the benefits of cognitive behavioral therapy?

One of the biggest benefits of CBT is that it provides practical, long-lasting skills you can use in everyday life. Instead of just talking about problems, you’ll actively learn strategies to manage them. You may appreciate seeing progress in a relatively short period.

CBT also empowers you to recognize and reframe negative thoughts, gaining greater control over your emotional responses. This can boost your mood, reduce anxiety, and improve your decision-making.

CBT can be used on its own or alongside medication, depending on your needs.

What can I expect from a cognitive behavioral therapy appointment?

A CBT appointment is collaborative and focused. During your first session, Hawley will ask about your concerns, goals, and history to better understand your situation. Together, you’ll develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

In ongoing sessions, you’ll work on identifying thought patterns, discussing specific situations, and practicing new coping strategies. Hawley may introduce exercises such as thought records, behavioral experiments, or relaxation techniques.

It’s also common to receive “homework” between sessions. These simple activities help you apply what you’ve learned in real life, and they boost your therapy’s effectiveness, so don’t skip them.

CBT is a powerful, practical approach to improving your mental health. Hawley helps you build healthier thought patterns, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting positive change in your life. Start a new chapter today by booking your telehealth appointment online or calling the HC Mental Health & Wellness office.