
Is CBT Therapy Backed by Research?
If you’ve been searching for a proven way to manage anxiety, stress, negative thinking, or self-doubt, you’ve probably come across CBT Therapy. The big question




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If you’ve been searching for a proven way to manage anxiety, stress, negative thinking, or self-doubt, you’ve probably come across CBT Therapy. The big question

CBT therapy and talk therapy both involve discussing thoughts and feelings with a therapist, but they take different approaches. CBT is structured and goal-oriented, helping

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, goal-oriented form of therapy that typically lasts between 6 and 20 sessions. It focuses on identifying unhelpful thought

If you’ve been struggling with constant worry, low mood, overthinking, or feeling stuck in negative thought loops, you’re not alone. Anxiety and depression are two

Support groups and group therapy both gather individuals to assist with challenges, but they function differently and pursue different goals. Support groups provide a forum

Whenever I think about emotions these days, I can’t help but picture Disney Pixar’s Inside Out. If you haven’t seen it, I highly recommend it. The

We all long for the freedom to be ourselves—to show up authentically and feel fully accepted. But the reality is, we don’t always feel safe

Life is full of decisions—and let’s be honest, it can feel exhausting. This is known as Decision fatigue. Research shows that our brain has limited

At Pivot Counseling, group therapy for adults explores topics that help individuals navigate life challenges, emotional processing, and interpersonal dynamics within a supportive and welcoming

Key Takeaways If you come early and get a feel for the therapy setting, you can calm your initial anxiety and enter the group at

Dr. Timothy Yen is a licensed psychologist who has been living and working in the East Bay since 2014. He earned his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, with a focus on Family Psychology and consultation. He has a private practice associated with the Eastside Christian Counseling Center in Dublin, CA. For 6.5 years, he worked at Kaiser Permanente, supervising postdoctoral residents and psychological associates since 2016. His journey began with over 8 years in the U.S. Army as a mental health specialist. He enjoys supportive people, superheroes, nature, aquariums, and volleyball.

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