Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
TF-CBT is an evidence-based treatment for children and adolescents, and their caregivers, to deal with the negative impact of traumatic events, such as witnessing violence, experiencing sexual or physical abuse, an unexpected death, or a natural disaster. It incorporates a trauma-sensitive model and interventions with cognitive behavioral, family and humanistic techniques.  
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TF-CBT teachers children and their caregivers how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all connected. Understanding the connections offers new ways to cope with problems and help caretakers in supporting their children. 

TF-CBT usually lasts 12-18 weeks. Sessions may be individual for the child, individual with parents or joint together with parent and child. 
What does TF-CBT help with?
  • PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)
  • Fear
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Traumatic Grief and Loss
  • Traumatic Life Events
  • Family Connection
  • Single Trauma, Multiple Trauma or Complex Traumas
  • Children, Adults and Caregivers
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What does it mean to be TF-CBT certified?
I have completed:
  • Over 3 days of trainings with Dr. Judith Cohen, a founder of TF-CBT
  • Biweekly supervision for 12 months of TF-CBT cases from Dr. Cohen
  • Using evidenced-based trauma measure scales for treatment progress
  • Passing a TF-CBT Therapist Certification Program Test
  • Over a year of practice, knowledge and application of the TF-CBT model under the supervision of Dr. Judith Cohen.
  • I am also proudly 1 of the 2 clinicians certified in Anchorage, and 1 of the 4 in Alaska.           (as of September 2020)