cognitive behavior therapy
Evidence-Based
THERAPY
near San Jose, California
Working with an Evidence-based therapist means that you are getting treatment that is backed by scientific research and has been shown to be effective through clinical studies.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a well-established, evidence-based framework, and many specialized therapies—like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—fall under the CBT umbrella. These approaches are structured, goal-oriented, and tailored to help you build practical skills for managing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and other challenges.
If you’re looking for a compassionate and experienced CBT therapist in the San Jose area, I invite you to learn more about the type of therapy options I offer:
Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a practical, goal-oriented approach focused on the interactions between your thoughts, emotions and responses. The goal of CBT is to challenge unhelpful thinking to build a more healthy, flexible and adaptable way of coping with life.
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Inference-based CBT (I-CBT) is a cognitive approach to treating OCD. Instead of focusing on reducing compulsive behaviors, we will work to resolve the thinking process that causes OCD in the first place.
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Metacognitive Therapy
Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that focuses on the beliefs you hold about your thoughts. MCT teaches you to develop a new relationship with your thinking—reducing worry, rumination, and anxiety.
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Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold standard treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It involves exposing yourself to the situations, thoughts and activities that you have been avoiding, building your tolerance for uncertainty and learning not to buy into intrusive thougths and fears.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them control your behavior. Instead of trying to get rid of anxiety, ACT teaches you to take meaningful steps toward the life you want.
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SPACE Parent Focused Treatment
Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) is a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety and OCD. With SPACE, only parents attend therapy and the treatment is focused on the ways parents and increase support and reduce accommodation of their child's anxiety.
Benefits of an Evidence-Based Therapist
Proven Effectiveness – You’re using therapies that have been scientifically tested and shown to work for issues like anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts
Structured and Goal-Oriented – Sessions follow a clear plan designed to help you make steady progress, not just talk about problems.
Tailored to Your Needs – Evidence-based therapy adapts research-backed tools to your unique situation, helping you build real-life coping skills.
Focus on Long-Term Change – The goal isn’t just short-term relief—it’s to help you understand and change patterns that keep you stuck.
About CAITLYN
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. I have been working as a therapist since 2009, specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy for anxiety disorders and obsessive compulsive disorders. Before starting my own practice in 2021 I worked at a specialty anxiety/OCD group practice for many years, as well as community mental health, and school settings.
My practice is located in Campbell, CA in the South SF Bay Area, near San Jose, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Mountain View, Sunnyvale and Cupertino.
I have been working primarily with clients struggling with anxiety since 2012. Read more about my speciality training here.
My approach to anxiety and OCD treatment is compassionate and personalized. This work is challenging but we will go at your pace and focus on the symptoms that are getting in the way of your life.
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Frequently asked questions
Located in CAMPBELL near SAN JOSE
Address
51 E Campbell Ave
Campbell, CA 98005
What to EXPECT
My office is located near San Jose in Campbell in the historic Heritage Village Offices. Conveniently located near restaurants and shops, my office is quiet with a peaceful courtyard view. There is plenty of parking. When you arrive at the Campbell Ave entrance, you will be greeted by our front desk staff and I show to to my private office.