CBT Therapy Near Portland, OR — Online & In Person
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, time-limited, and goal-oriented form of psychotherapy that focuses on the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Unlike some other forms of therapy, CBT is highly practical and problem-focused, aiming to address specific issues rather than exploring unconscious thoughts or past experiences extensively. It’s typically short-term, often lasting between 12 and 20 sessions, and is effective for both individual and group settings.
For clients in Milwaukie and the greater Portland metro area, CBT is one of the most research-backed, widely recognized treatments for concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and more
How Does CBT Work?
CBT helps people identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs so they can respond to life with more clarity and confidence. The process starts with noticing “automatic thoughts”—the quick, often negative thoughts that shape how you feel and act. Your therapist guides you in exploring these patterns, understanding their impact, and practicing healthier, more balanced ways of thinking.
CBT also includes practical behavioral tools. Techniques like exposure therapy help reduce fear and avoidance, while behavioral activation encourages re-engagement in meaningful activities that support mood and motivation. Between sessions, clients practice these skills through short, structured homework exercises that build real-world confidence and change.
For clients in Milwaukie, Portland, West Linn, Oregon City, and nearby communities, CBT offers a proven, research-backed approach that can create steady, lasting progress in everyday life.
What Are the Benefits of CBT?
CBT is especially effective for treating symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many clients in the Milwaukie and Portland metro area also find CBT helpful for managing stress, phobias, social anxiety, panic attacks, and sleep issues such as insomnia.
CBT teaches you how to recognize and shift unhelpful thought patterns, giving you practical tools you can use in everyday life. For depression, CBT helps reduce overwhelming thoughts and encourages small, meaningful behavior changes that can improve mood. For anxiety, it targets catastrophic thinking and avoidance behaviors, empowering you to face fears gradually and feel more in control. Because CBT is flexible and highly individualized, it also works well for people experiencing both anxiety and depression at the same time—a common experience among many clients seeking care in our community.
Most Major Insurance Accepted for CBT Therapy
We accept most insurance plans, including BCBS Regence, Kaiser of Oregon, Oregon Health Plan, Pacific Source Commercial, and Providence.
Whether you’re connecting from anywhere in Oregon or Washington, we’re here for you. Local clients can also meet with us in person at our Milwaukie clinic, close to Oak Grove, Sellwood, West Linn, Oregon City, Gladstone, and Clackamas.
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