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At the Cognitive Therapy Institute (CTI) we strive to offer the highest quality of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to our clients, using established, empirically supported treatment (EST) plans that have proven effective for depression, panic attacks, phobias, PTSD, OCD, social anxiety and other anxiety conditions. We provide individual therapy and group therapies primarily for adolescents and adults, although some children or families may be accepted for specific conditions or diagnoses. Our primary goals are to ensure that you feel cared for and supported while also providing focused guidance as you work toward recovery, growth, and achieving your goals. Our therapists have expertise in CBT, receiving weekly consultation and guidance from Dr. Shenk, a Founding Fellow, Diplomate, and Trainer certified by the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies . We also have extensive training in related treatment strategies such as Mindfulness (MBSR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Therapy and Assertiveness Training that are integrated in our treatment to ensure that you develop a range of skills that will support optimal health and resiliency. We recognize that each individual or family comes with their own unique background, needs and preferences, thus we attempt to work together with you in a supportive and flexible way to reach your particular goals. We offer individual and couples therapy, both in person and online (anywhere in California). We also provide group therapies and other options that may assist in receiving services when finances are a concern.

The Cognitive Therapy Institute also offers training and consultations with mental health professionals and supervision of interns regarding the practice of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). The training is provided by a certified member of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. We also offer classes and consultation to businesses, organizations, and to the general public regarding the personal and professional benefits of CBT.

Cognitive Therapy Institute is also proud to be the San Diego Regional Clinic of the National Social Anxiety Center (NSAC). NSAC is a national organization dedicated to the promotion and dissemination of cutting-edge treatment for social anxiety.

Who We Are

Our goal is to assist you in reaching your personal or professional goals, to experience liberation from excess anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, conflicts, or other problems that may be preventing you from experiencing a full, meaningful, and enjoyable life.

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Individual Therapy

Receive personalized one-on-one sessions to explore your feelings, needs, and wishes, to clarify goals, and to receive focused guidance and support in a clear path toward recovery and improvement in your quality of life. You will come to understand the reasons you have been feeling stuck in unhealthy feelings and patterns, and you will learn skills to help make more rapid progress and to prevent relapse. This active, collaborative, educational approach to therapy will facilitate growing self-confidence and positive self-esteem as you develop resilience that will benefit you for the rest of your life.

Couples Therapy

Dr. Shenk has had training in couples therapy, and although this is not his primary speciality, he has been quite effective in helping couples in their journey to a better relationship.

Anxiety Treatment

Substantial improvement and often a full recovery from anxiety disorders such as panic, agoraphobia, excess worry, social anxiety and shyness, or specific phobias is quite often possible through empirically supported CBT treatment.

Depression Therapy

Explore the central role of negative thinking and related behavior patterns, often with some exploration of the past experiences that left you vulnerable to depression, and learn how to change the negative thinking and behaviors, and overcome obstacles, that block you from recovery, improvements in your life situation, and from enjoying life with positive self-esteem. CBT is effective as an only treatment, or in conjunction with psychotropic medications that you may be taking.

OCD and other compulsive or repetitive Patterns

Therapists at the Cognitive Therapy Institute also have extensive training and expertise in ERP and overall in treatment of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related compulsive conditions or disorders. We also can provide focused treatment for repetitive patterns such as procrastination, excess use of digital media or gaming, or avoidance of healthy steps in your life.

Additional Services offered

CBT Consultation & Training

CTI offers a variety of training and consultation options for mental health professionals who want to advance their skills and competency in CBT. Psychiatrists, psychologists, LMFT's, and others have come to the Institute to consult on using CBT with their own patients.

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Therapy Groups

CBT Consultation & Training

At CTI we offer a variety of group therapies that provide structured and proven treatment programs for panic, social anxiety & shyness, depression, and other conditions. For many people group therapy is a very effective format for treatment

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About CTI

Who We Are

The Cognitive Therapy Institute provides in-person, as well as ONLINE VIDEO AND TELEPHONE THERAPY, O

The Cognitive Therapy Institute, APC Psychotherapy

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Anxiety Treatment

Depression Therapy

OCD and other compulsive or repetitive Patterns

Additional Services offered

CBT Consultation & Training

CBT Consultation & Training

CBT Consultation & Training

Therapy Groups

CBT Consultation & Training

CBT Consultation & Training

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