Reading, PA Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Evidence-Based • Practical • Life-Changing Skills for Trauma, PTSD & Anxiety
In-Person (Lancaster • ~35-45 min from Reading) and Virtual Online Treatment
Reading PA Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Trauma and PTSD
Advanced Counseling and Research Services
Exterior of Advanced Counseling and Research Services office building at 313 W Liberty St., Lancaster, PA
Office Location & Hours (Lancaster)
313 W Liberty St STE 224, Lancaster, PA 17603
Mon–Thu 9am–7pm |
Fri 9am–5pm
Reading PA Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Trauma and PTSD

Why Choose ACRS for CBT Therapy in Reading?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most researched and effective modalities our trauma-informed clinicians use for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. We serve Reading and Berks County with convenient in-person sessions from our Lancaster office (~35-45 min drive) and secure online telehealth.

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

CBT helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress. It is practical, goal-oriented, and gives you tools you can use for the rest of your life.

How Does CBT Work?

  • Identify Patterns: Recognize negative automatic thoughts and cognitive distortions.
  • Challenge Thoughts: Examine evidence and develop balanced perspectives.
  • Behavioral Change: Practice new behaviors and break unhelpful cycles.
  • Skill Building: Learn coping strategies for long-term resilience.

Benefits of CBT Therapy

  • Proven effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression & ADHD
  • Practical skills with quick, measurable results
  • Empowers long-term self-management
  • Excellent when combined with Brainspotting or EMDR

Who Can Benefit from CBT in Reading?

CBT is ideal for trauma/PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, OCD, stress, and relationship challenges.

What to Expect in a CBT Session

Sessions are collaborative and focused on your goals. You will work with your therapist to track thoughts, test new strategies, and complete practical homework between sessions.

Online CBT Therapy for Reading Residents

Receive the same high-quality CBT from the comfort of home via secure telehealth. Research shows online CBT is highly effective.

ACRS CBT Therapists Serving Reading, PA

Our counselors are trained in Trauma-Informed Care and have extensive experience delivering CBT.

Cheryl Wilson-Smith
Chief Executive Officer

Cheryl Wilson-Smith, MA, LPC

"We are proud to bring high-quality, evidence-based CBT to Reading and Berks County — both in-person and online."

— Cheryl Wilson-Smith

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Cady R. Monasmith
Chief Clinical Officer
Cady Monasmith, MA, LPC
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (PA-015668)
  • Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist (C-DBT)
  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)

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Kim Civitarese
Chief Administrative Officer
Trauma Therapist Kim Civitarese
  • Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC)
  • Cognitive Processing Therapist (CPT)
    Pre-licensed Clinician
  • Certified Grief Informed Professional (CGP)

Experience working with adolescents, couples, blended families, and more.

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