Metropolitan Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy

At MCBT, it's our greatest pleasure to help you see yourself in your best light. While overcoming how you think about yourself can be difficult at times, it's far from impossible. We're here to make the process a bit more approachable...and even fun.

The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year, no doubt, but don't forget to reach out to loved ones! You can ask them directly how they're doing as we continue to learn how to cope with the pandemic. We hope you find some time to reach out to those who matter most.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety manifests in many ways. Do you recognize any of these common symptoms within yourself? If so, it might be time to reach out to one of our caring and dedicated professionals. We'll help you replace your worry with confidence and contentment.

Be spectacular. Be singular. Be you.

When we turn inward, we find the parts of ourselves we never knew were there. We encourage all our patients, peers, and followers to relish in the complexity of the self.

Our team is proud to teach practical psychological techniques you can use in your therapy sessions and out in the world.

Simply talking about our feelings can offer great relief. At MCBT, we're honored to get to know our clients on a deeper level in weekly or monthly talk therapy sessions. If you have something you need to express, confide in one of our talented and caring psychologists. We're happy to help you construct individualized action plans tailored to your unique experiences and goals.

Let's learn to fall in love with ourselves all over again. We don't mean in a self-absorbed kind of way, but in a way where we envision ourselves as the amazing protagonist of our own story. If you want to reclaim your awesomeness, do these three things: Care as much about yourself as you do others, maintain boundaries, and figure out what you need to do to be happy.

Achieving happiness doesn’t have to be a long, arduous process. Your brain is malleable and magical, and with the right mindset and mental practices, you can get back to your happy place fast. Here are some ways you can start feeling happier in 30 seconds or less: Take a deep breath, pay attention to something that made you happy, actively smile, label your negative feelings to return to a place of control, sit up straight, notice the small things, turn negative events into learning opportunities, or upload a photo of your family and friends to your desktop.

When we forgive ourselves, we free ourselves. Pave the way to your personal freedom by accepting you're not what other people think of you, what your past has shown you, or even what you think of yourself. Learn to go of learned and mental habits that no longer serve you, and watch your life blossom into something altogether magical.

Nature has a beautiful way of reminding us that letting go doesn't mean "getting rid of". Instead, letting go means letting be. While autumn leaves gracefully fall and make way for winter, we take comfort in knowing new life will sprout in the spring. The art of letting go isn't always straightforward, but learning how to compassionately accept things as they are will help you live more fully in the moment, in turn allowing you to make decisions today that lead to better outcomes.

What would you do if there were no limits? If you recognized your true potential? If you made decisions from a place of love, authenticity, and openness? We see the light within you, and we're honored to make it shine even brighter on your personal path to enlightenment. Even in times of solitude or change, you can draw upon your inner light to create meaningful moments, whatever that might look like for you.

What would your life look like if you made decisions from a place of love, authenticity, and openness? We see the light within you, and we're honored to make it shine even brighter on your personal path to enlightenment. Even in times of solitude or change, you can draw upon your inner light to create meaningful moments, whatever that might look like for you.

What if you knew you already had all the strength, wisdom, and talent you need to live your best life? The truth is you're stronger than you think, and you have great potential. At the Metropolitan Center for CBT, we help patients realize their true potential by addressing their unique needs from an empathetic and clinical perspective. We hope you're finding ways to thrive, and if you're not, know we're here for you in our virtual therapy sessions.

We live in a world of distraction, so it's important to prioritize the things that matter most. When we make time for our favorite people and activities, we slowly declutter our minds and surroundings. We hope you had a peaceful and productive Monday, whatever that may look like for you!

Dr. Motelson specializes in the treatment of mood, anxiety, and related disorders. You will find that her kind and caring nature facilitates a strong, collaborative, and therapeutic relationship. Although her approach is scientifically-driven, she pays special attention to the inherent uniqueness of each person and family in order to modify treatment to best suit the lifestyle and needs of those she works with.

One of the best ways to set healthy boundaries for ourselves and for others is by learning to say no without fear of rejection. The process of saying no can be tricky, especially if we're used to accommodating others' needs before our own. But people pleasing often stems from untrue beliefs we've developed about ourselves during childhood. Through self reflection, we relearn to trust ourselves and our truest priorities, gracefully saying no to people and situations that no longer serve us. When you shine your light by protecting your space, you actually teach others to do the same. We support you in your efforts to say no to what no longer serves you, and yes to the things that support your goals and bring you joy.

It's in our nature to not want to make mistakes to prevent ourselves from losing power, control, and respect. But when we allow ourselves to make mistakes, we actually allow ourselves to grow. When we engage our curiosity and problem-solving skills after making a mistake (instead of shame or defensiveness), we learn to successfully handle tough situations. You can apply a solution-based approach to your mistakes in a variety of settings, whether you're in the classroom, at work, or at home. We believe in your ability to grow through acceptance of your mistakes. After all, mistakes are learning opportunities that provide space for beautiful transformations.

Dr. Jenkins specializes in the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders. He has a particular specialty in the treatment of insomnia and other sleep-related disorders. Dr Jenkins uses a strength-based approach to cognitive behavioral therapy, with a focus both on relieving distress and improving overall well-being. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Albert Ellis Institute for Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and is certified in REBT. Dr Jenkins is also a tenured professor at Wagner College, where his research focuses on sleep, irrational beliefs, and positive psychology. A cornerstone of his therapeutic philosophy is the idea that positive psychology teaches us that the easiest way to increase your own happiness is to do things that increase the happiness of others.