Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Aptos, California CA
Aptos Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
|
| 33% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 39% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 65% | Depression |
| 60% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 51% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
| 50% | Stress |
| 47% | Self Esteem |
| 43% | Loss or Grief |
We are proud to feature top rated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) therapists in Aptos. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dr. Donald Dufford
Psychologist, Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Director, Anxiety Treatment Services
At Anxiety Treatment Services we teach specific tools and techniques that work to treat anxiety disorders, stress and related issues. We also help you heal your unique underlying fears. negative thinking, beliefs and emotional patterns and empower you to be the person you want to be.
40 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aptos, CA
Online in Aptos, CA California
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Greg Whittaker
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I have over 30 years experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist helping people work towards more satisfying relationships. Because there are less male therapists, I appreciate the opportunity to share a male perspective on working through life's issues. Please read through my profile to see the other areas I have experience in.
39 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aptos, CA
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
David B. Biggs
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Hello and thank you for checking out my profile. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked in clinical, residential, and private practice settings, and have received training in multiple evidence based therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy. Choosing the right therapist from a website can be difficult, which is why I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so you can get a sense of whether I'm a good fit for your needs. If I'm not, I will make every effort to refer you to a therapist that is. If we do choose to work together, I will work hard to build an authentic, trusting relationship with you, so together we can uncover your inner resources to overcome the challenges you’re facing, and attain the personal growth you're committed to accomplishing.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aptos, CA
Online in Aptos, CA California
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Kristin Miyoko Papa
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
It's hard for you to put yourself first or even ask for help. You've been struggling with anxiety or burnout for a while and you know something needs to change, but you tend to take care of everyone else before yourself. You're usually the first to jump into help others and are the go-to person for your family, friends, or coworkers so prioritizing your own mental health almost feels selfish since you think you "don't have it that bad". But now you're ready to take the step to reconnect with your own needs, make yourself a priority, and clarify your core values so they can be your road map towards the life you want.
I specialize in anxiety and helping people who are tired of putting themselves last & want stop feeling guilty about prioritizing their own well-being. I help my clients align their lives with their values & empower them to make sustainable changes. I work with people who want to learn tools to feel more grounded & to show up as the person you want to be.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aptos, CA
Online in Aptos, CA California
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Robin Bates-Pualuan
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Therapy is a chance to open yourself up to new ways of experiencing your life in order to get greater satisfaction from it. If you're struggling with worries, relationship boundaries, sadness, or overwhelm, I would like to help. Give me a call or drop me an email so we can talk about your situation.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Aptos, CA
Online in Aptos, CA California
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Janice Shapiro
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
My specialties are in the areas of marriage counseling, pet loss and bereavement and reducing symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. I utilize a variety of theories for change in my practice such as: Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Inherited Family Trauma, Internal Family Systems and Psychodynamic to meet the individual needs of my clients.
14 Years Experience
Online in Aptos, CA California (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Jacob Kajiwara
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.S., LMFT
In therapy with me, you’ll find a space that is conversational, collaborative, and gently challenging. I work with a mix of intellectual and emotional approaches, offering both insight and practical tools. Together, we will create a framework of both self-compassion and accountability, helping you better understand what’s getting in your way and begin making choices that reflect who you truly are.
We will explore not just your symptoms, but the larger emotional and relational themes that shape your experience. I help you trace how your protective patterns. How things like overcommitment, avoidance, self-criticism, or emotional numbness may have once served you but now hold you back from the fuller, more connected life you desire.
6 Years Experience
Online in Aptos, CA California (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Aimen Bukhari
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144748, LPCC 18977
I am a California-based anxiety therapist working with high-functioning adults who struggle with chronic anxiety, overthinking, panic, and persistent internal tension. Many of my clients appear capable and successful, yet feel emotionally exhausted and constantly on edge. They often carry responsibility, family expectations, and pressure that have kept their nervous system in a state of high alert.
My approach to anxiety therapy is steady, depth-oriented, and practical. I help clients reduce panic and physical anxiety symptoms while also addressing the deeper patterns that keep anxiety going, including guilt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and long-standing family or cultural roles. This work focuses on helping you feel safer in your body, clearer in your mind, and more grounded in your daily life.
I provide private pay therapy and work well with clients seeking thoughtful, consistent care rather than quick fixes.
7 Years Experience
Online in Aptos, CA California (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Kelsi McMartin
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
My clients often say.. "you nailed it!" when I offer my sense of things. Maybe its my 20 plus years in the field, maybe its pattern recognition, or maybe its intuition... hard to say. I have a way of getting to the heart of things with my clients. In these days of so much outside noise, it can be hard to tune in to what's really important, what's really needed. I help my clients connect with this and with the unlived parts of themselves.
24 Years Experience
Online in Aptos, CA California (Online Only)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Adela Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
I’m a couples therapist working online across California and Oregon. Many couples come to me feeling stuck, unseen, or like they’re speaking different languages. Sometimes there’s neurodivergence (ADHD, autism), past trauma, or years of miscommunication that usual advice doesn’t touch. My style is direct, compassionate, and real—I bring humor, honesty, and respect into sessions while helping you uncover the patterns beneath conflict. I specialize in helping partners reconnect, improve intimacy, and rebuild trust. You don’t have to be perfect or throw away your life together to reclaim closeness and resilience. If you’re ready to move past surface fixes and find a deeper way forward, I’d love to support you in creating a relationship that feels like “us” again.
5 Years Experience
Online in Aptos, CA California (Online Only)