CBT in Los Angeles

[dizz]

Hey all,

I'm hoping someone can recommend a Cognitive Behavorial Therapist in the Los Angeles area.

Also, what are typical costs for CBT? I've found someone charging $250 per visit. Seems ridiculous, especially without health insurance :(

[dizz]

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Anybody?

[Evilbob333]

Sorry cant really help you on that front...but i will say that there are some great self help books on cbt and these are a great place to start.


This series of books is particularly good...i've been using the OCD one...

http://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Anxiet ... 11&sr=8-24 (http://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Anxiety-Cognitive-Behavioral-Techniques/dp/081474690X/ref=sr_1_24?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1232491111&sr=8-24)

Also there are some good self help cbt sites

http://www.livinglifetothefull.com/index.php

also try googling mood gym...thats a good site

I myself have been fortunate enough to visit a therapist and think that it helps to have someone guide you through some of the techniques...but these self help bits are a great start.

I cant stress enough the benefit that i've gotten from CBT...i know its expensive but bear in mind that CBT is a short term treatment...usually from 6-20 sessions, but you will get much benefit from seeing a therapist even if its just on a once a month basis...it really is the way forward for anxiety disorders.

[dizz]

Thanks EvilBob.......'Living Life to the Full' looks interesting! I think I've found some affordable CBT nearby. Really looking forward to starting therapy, finally:)

Thanks for the encouragement and recommendations.

Cheers!