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How can CBT help you?

Reclaiming control and discover inner harmony

Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) equips you with practical tools to navigate your emotions, conquer negative thought patterns, and achieve emotional stability. This isn’t just about managing symptoms—it’s about empowering you to thrive. With CBT, you’ll gain the confidence to tackle life’s challenges head-on, cultivate healthier relationships, and embark on a personalized journey of self-discovery.

  • Are you constantly battling with anxiety or depression, feeling like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle?
  • Do negative thoughts and emotions hold you back from living your best life?
  • Struggling to cope with stress and overwhelming emotions?

Cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) will help you:

  • Take control of your emotions, dialing down impulsivity, and finding a newfound stability.
  • Enhance your interpersonal skills, paving the way for healthier and more rewarding connections.
  • Develop resilience in the face of adversity, mastering the art of handling tough situations without falling into harmful patterns.
  • Embrace mindfulness, nurturing a deeper sense of awareness and acceptance, ultimately boosting your overall well-being.
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How have we helped?

Here are some experiences shared by our clients

I began working with Faith Ferber when my previous counselor identified that I needed a trauma-informed approach, and the work has been incredible. Faith has helped me get more grounded in my body, to make connections between physical ailments and emotional patterns that I'd never understood, and perhaps most importantly, to understand myself in deeper and core ways. Faith brings a special combination of practices -- including brainspotting and internal family systems IFS) -- and deep commitments to justice -- which have been critical for sorting through the always-complicated mix of personal and collective matters. I highly recommend working with Faith!


Beth - Individual Psychotherapy

Sonja Favaloro was wonderful. Our work together allowed me to experience deep, impactful healing. I would recommend her and the Viva Center to anyone.


E.W. - Individual Therapy

After two decades in and out of therapy, and on and off of drugs, I didn't believe in solutions. I believed in management. Aurena and Viva revealed to me that actual healing is still possible. For the right person, this these treatment modalities (EMDR and IFS) can feel miraculous in its their outcome, even as it they seem somewhat mystical in its their mechanisms. I feel unburdened. For now, I feel happy on a consistent basis -- unmediated by drugs, flow or hypomania -- for the first time in memory. It's improved my parenting, my thinking, my work, and my ability to be a partner to my wife. It may not, in the end, solve all my problems. Time will tell. But it solved one big one and made the others feel more manageable. Thanks to Viva and Aurena!


Anonymous - Individual Therapy

The process I went through with Viva Partnership was really something. I came here in a serious crisis. Through the individual and group support I received, I gradually shifted my outlook. This in turn changed how I experienced my life and relationships. Viva created a safe space where I got to heal and grow.


J - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

My experience at the Viva Center was extraordinary. I saw a therapist there for almost 2 years, who walked me through EMDR twice. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and thought that it was well run. I never encountered any issues, but if I had, I know that the staff would have addressed them immediately. I would not hesitate to reach out to their wonderful team of therapists for treatment.


A - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

My life was going at a fairly even pace but something was always missing. I felt like I had been groomed to do all the "right" things, but they weren't my things. I went through a significant transformation where I learned how to tolerate bigger risks. As a result, I am living the life that is right for me. I am so grateful that I found Viva!


L - Individual and Group Psychotherapy

An absolutely wonderful...center staffed with amazingly caring and involved people. Viva Center offers classes in wellness related to business, finances, relationships, and of course personal growth and mental health. The staff are committed to maintaining an unhurried, refuge-like atmosphere and every aspect of the Viva Center reflects this intention...the Viva Center is an amazing space to explore every aspect of your soul and being. I love the work they are doing here!

You know the saying...be the person your dog thinks you are? This place helps you do just that. AWESOME.


S - Individual Psychotherapy

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What is CBT?

Provides the Tools You Need to Thrive

CBT is a form of psychotherapy designed to illuminate the intricate connections between thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors. The essence of CBT is that it allows you to:

  • Understanding Your Inner Landscape: CBT delves into the intricate connections between thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, unraveling how they influence our feelings and behaviors.
  • Challenging Negative Patterns: By pinpointing and challenging negative or unhelpful thought patterns, CBT empowers you to reclaim control over your emotions and actions.
  • Nurturing Healthier Habits: But it doesn’t stop there. CBT also delves into behaviors, recognizing how they impact our thoughts and emotions. Through this, we cultivate healthier coping mechanisms and behaviors, paving the way for lasting change.
  • Focusing on the Here and Now: Unlike traditional approaches, CBT is all about the present. It’s a pragmatic, goal-oriented journey aimed at solving specific problems and igniting tangible transformation in your life.
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Want to know more?

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What does CBT treat?

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, can be a helpful tool for people who feel stuck in negative thought patterns or who struggle with overwhelming emotions. It focuses on the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Sometimes, difficult experiences or ways of thinking we learned in the past can lead to feeling anxious, sad, or frustrated. CBT helps us gently explore these patterns and develop new ways of thinking and behaving that feel more empowering.

It’s a way of learning how to be kind to yourself and developing tools to manage challenges more healthily.

What research supports CBT?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and its variations stand as extensively researched mental health interventions, showcasing effectiveness across a broad spectrum of challenges that you may know as anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, substance abuse, trauma, eating disorders, BPD, and schizophrenia. At Viva, we don’t use these labels, we perceive these manifestations as adaptations that may have served a purpose but now hinder growth and limit your ability to live a fulfilled life. Explore a curated selection of peer-reviewed articles here, illustrating CBT’s efficacy in addressing a multitude of conditions.

What are Behavioral Therapies?

Behavioral therapies are a toolbox for learning new habits. They’re based on the idea that most behaviors are learned, and if you learned them, you can learn something new. These therapies help you identify patterns in your behavior and the situations that trigger them. Then, you work with a therapist to develop new skills and responses that are more helpful.

There are many different techniques used in behavioral therapy, but some common goals include:

  • Reducing unhealthy behaviors (like procrastination or avoidance)
  • Building helpful skills (like communication or relaxation techniques)
  • Increasing positive behaviors (like spending time with loved ones or saying no to unhealthy choices)

Viva clinicians are trained to offer behavioral therapies such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.

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