What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and what should you expect during treatment? Dr. Cheri McGee, licensed clinical psychologist at MindWell Psychology in Northern Virginia, walks you through the process in this expert Q&A.
Dr. McGee has been a valued member of the MindWell Psychology team since 2007, serving families across Fairfax, the DMV area, and greater Northern Virginia. With extensive experience working with teens and adults, she specializes in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, behavioral challenges, trauma, and family stress.
Using a primarily cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach, Dr. McGee helps clients better understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while building practical coping skills to navigate everyday challenges. CBT is one of the most widely researched and effective forms of therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and emotional regulation difficulties in children, teens, and adults.
In this Q&A, she explains what CBT therapy looks like, how sessions are structured, and how therapy can feel supportive, collaborative, and approachable for individuals and families entering treatment for the first time.
Known for her warm, welcoming, and client-centered style, Dr. McGee is committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to grow, whether they are seeking individual therapy, teen mental health support, or family counseling in Northern Virginia.
Contact MindWell Psychology today at 703-378-7998 to schedule with Dr. McGee, or visit www.mindwell.us to learn more.