Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Find steady help with CBT in Pearland, TX

Are you feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed? Relational trauma can cause triggers and grief. It can also blur who you are.

If you are reading this, you may be ready for change. Another part of you may feel scared. Asking for help takes courage.

At Selah Counseling Center, we offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in Pearland. We also offer secure telehealth for all Texas residents. Our goal is a safe place to heal and hope again.

What is CBT?

CBT helps you notice the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. You learn to spot unhelpful patterns. You also learn tools to respond in new ways.

CBT is active and focused on goals. We track progress together. You can practice skills in and between sessions.

What CBT can help with

CBT can support many concerns, including:

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety and panic
  • Depression and low mood
  • Stress and burnout
  • Grief and loss
  • ADHD-related challenges
  • Anger and conflict
  • Codependency and people-pleasing
  • Relationship issues and trust wounds
  • Parenting and family stress
  • School and peer issues
  • Self-esteem and shame
  • Coping with chronic illness
  • Addiction and recovery support
  • Spiritual concerns

If you need help with something not listed, please reach out. We will talk through fit and options.

What sessions look like

First, we set clear goals that matter to you. Then we build a plan that fits your life. You set the pace.

In CBT you may:

  • Track thoughts and feelings
  • Learn grounding and mindfulness skills
  • Build healthy routines
  • Practice communication skills
  • Learn problem-solving steps
  • Use exposure or behavior activation when helpful

We review what works and adjust as needed. You leave each session with simple steps to try.

Trauma-informed care

Many clients carry relational trauma. Triggers, shame, and confusion can feel heavy. We work with care and consent.

Our approach is gentle and paced. We make safety the priority. We honor your story and your strengths.

We also integrate other tools when helpful:

  • EMDR to process stuck memories
  • DBT skills for emotion regulation
  • Mindfulness for body and breath awareness

In-person in Pearland and telehealth across Texas

We provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Pearland in Pearland at our office. We also serve clients across Texas by telehealth. Online sessions are secure and easy to access.

Telehealth can fit busy schedules. It also helps if travel or mobility is hard. Many clients blend in-person and online care.

How Selah Counseling can help

Our style is collaborative and nonjudgmental. We work with individuals of all ages. We also meet with families when helpful.

We start by clarifying your goals. Then we teach skills you can use right away. You choose what feels right.

We respect the courage it takes to ask for help. You do not have to do this alone. Give yourself permission to get support.

What to expect in the first three sessions

  • Session 1: Share your story and goals. We build safety and next steps.
  • Session 2: Learn first skills. Set a simple plan for the week.
  • Session 3: Review what helped. Adjust the plan and deepen the work.

Many clients feel small shifts early on. Lasting change builds with practice.

FAQs

  • How long does CBT take? Length varies by goals and needs. Some feel better within weeks. Others prefer longer support.
  • Do you work with teens and children? Yes. We adapt tools for age and stage. Parent support can be included.
  • Do you offer EMDR with CBT? Yes. We integrate EMDR when it fits your goals and readiness.
  • Is telehealth as effective as in-person? Research shows telehealth can be just as effective for many concerns.
  • What if I am not ready to talk about trauma? We go at your pace. We can start with skills for safety and stability.