American Institute for Cognitive Therapy

American Institute for Cognitive Therapy AICT is an internationally recognized group of clinical psychologists

Meet Dr. Susan Paula, a senior clinician with over 30 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care t...
12/05/2025

Meet Dr. Susan Paula, a senior clinician with over 30 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to clients of all ages.

Dr. Paula is trained in CBT, DBT, CPT, STAIR, CT-PTSD, SPACE, TF-CBT, the Gottman Method, and more.

She sees individuals, families, and couples. Her warm, structured approach helps clients build skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

Dr. Paula is currently accepting new patients. To schedule a free consult call with her, call (212) 308-2440.
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At AICT, we’re proud to offer PSYPACT telehealth services across 42 states, making high quality CBT more accessible than...
12/04/2025

At AICT, we’re proud to offer PSYPACT telehealth services across 42 states, making high quality CBT more accessible than ever. Whether you’re traveling, relocating, or simply prefer the convenience of virtual therapy, our licensed clinicians are here to support you wherever you are.

📍 Available in 42 states | 💻 Secure virtual sessions | 🧠 Expert CBT care

Schedule a FREE phone consult today with Dr. Melissa Horowitz or Dr. Bruce Zahn.
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12/03/2025

Listen as Dr. Leahy debunks the readiness illusion, and find out why saying “I need to feel ready…” is holding you back from achieving your goals.
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In the heat of the moment, everything can feel overwhelming. But here’s a powerful question: How will you feel about thi...
12/02/2025

In the heat of the moment, everything can feel overwhelming. But here’s a powerful question: How will you feel about this two days from now? A week? A month? A year?

This simple technique helps you zoom out and gain perspective when you’re caught up in intense emotions or facing a tough decision.

💡Next time you’re feeling stuck, pause and project yourself forward. You might be surprised at how much lighter things feel when you look at them through the lens of time.
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Excited to share our December newsletter from the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy! 🎄❄️ This month’s highlights ...
12/02/2025

Excited to share our December newsletter from the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy! 🎄❄️ This month’s highlights include:

🧠 Upcoming Lecture: Join Dr. Robert Leahy on December 11th for “CBT For Jealousy”

📚 Global Reach: Dr. Leahy’s evidence-based CBT work continues to make an impact worldwide, with recent translations in Greek, Turkish, and Italian

👋 Team Growth: We’re thrilled to welcome two exceptional clinicians:
- Dr. Noah Robinson, who brings innovative VR therapy approaches and expertise in depression, anxiety, ADHD, and executive coaching
- Dr. Bruce Zahn, a PSYPACT-approved psychologist with 45+ years of experience, now offering telehealth across participating states

💡 Holiday Tip: Struggling with political conversations at family gatherings? Dr. Leahy’s latest Psychology Today article offers practical guidance on maintaining relationships while navigating differences.

At AICT, we remain committed to providing the highest quality cognitive-behavioral therapy for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and more. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or a loved one, our team is here to help.

Head to the link in our bio to read the full newsletter!
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December is SAD Awareness Month. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a recurring pattern of depression that impacts mood, ene...
12/01/2025

December is SAD Awareness Month. Seasonal Affective Disorder is a recurring pattern of depression that impacts mood, energy, sleep, and daily functioning.

From a CBT perspective, SAD involves a cycle of negative thoughts, withdrawal behaviors, and low mood that reinforce each other. The approach focuses on actionable interventions: scheduling activities even when motivation is low, challenging catastrophic thinking about the season, and building consistent routines around light exposure and sleep.

If winter consistently affects your mental health, evidence-based treatment can help.

📞 (212) 308-2440 for a free 15-minute consultation
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Gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a skill we can strengthen with practice. 🍂This Thanksgiving week, we’re sharing 3 s...
11/26/2025

Gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a skill we can strengthen with practice. 🍂

This Thanksgiving week, we’re sharing 3 simple ways to bring more grounding, meaning, and appreciation into your daily life.

Swipe through to explore:
1️⃣ Gratitude + Value-Linking
2️⃣ Mindful Appreciation
3️⃣ Building Positive Experiences

Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or finding quiet moments on your own, we hope these practices support you in creating a more mindful and connected holiday season. 🤎

From all of us at the American Institute for Cognitive Therapy, we wish you a meaningful and mindful Thanksgiving.
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It’s Technique Tuesday! Today’s tool: The Pie Technique 🥧With Thanksgiving around the corner, let’s talk about a differe...
11/25/2025

It’s Technique Tuesday! Today’s tool: The Pie Technique 🥧

With Thanksgiving around the corner, let’s talk about a different kind of pie… One that helps you stop taking the blame for everything.

Ever catch yourself thinking “this is all my fault” when something goes wrong? The Pie Technique helps you see the full picture by dividing up responsibility among ALL the factors that contributed to a situation.

Try this: Draw a pie chart and consider what portion actually belongs to:
🧡 Your actions
🧡 Other people’s choices
🧡 Timing or circumstances
🧡 Things outside anyone’s control
🧡 Resources available (or not available)

Most of the time, your “slice” is much smaller than you thought. Multiple factors shape every outcome. You’re not responsible for the whole pie.

This Thanksgiving, give yourself permission to put down some of that unnecessary guilt. You’ve got enough on your plate already! 🍂
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The holidays don’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. This season can amplify stress with high expectations, family dy...
11/24/2025

The holidays don’t have to be perfect to be meaningful.

This season can amplify stress with high expectations, family dynamics, and disrupted routines. But there are practical CBT tools that can help you navigate it with more ease.

Swipe through for strategies to challenge thought traps, manage anxiety spikes, set boundaries without guilt, and plan ahead for difficult moments. 🍂
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Meet Dr. Maren Westphal, a senior clinician at AICT with extensive experience in anxiety, PTSD, emotion regulation, per...
11/21/2025

Meet Dr. Maren Westphal, a senior clinician at AICT with extensive experience in anxiety, PTSD, emotion regulation, perfectionism, procrastination, avoidance, and ADHD.

Born and raised in Germany and having lived in Düsseldorf,  London, Cambridge, San Francisco, and New York City, Dr. Westphal enjoys working with expats and other professionals with diverse cultural backgrounds. She draws on her research on resilience in helping individuals and couples transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and well-being.

Dr. Westphal is currently accepting new clients. Reach out today to schedule a FREE 15-minute consultation with Dr. Westphal.
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Gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. These three simple prompts use CBT techniques to help you:🍁Find the good in im...
11/21/2025

Gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. These three simple prompts use CBT techniques to help you:

🍁Find the good in imperfect moments
🍁Notice what brings you joy (so you can do more of it!)
🍁Give yourself full credit for your wins

Swipe for all three prompts from AICT.
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Dr. Robert Leahy reminds us that regret isn’t just about dwelling on the past, it’s a tool for growth and self-discovery...
11/19/2025

Dr. Robert Leahy reminds us that regret isn’t just about dwelling on the past, it’s a tool for growth and self-discovery.

Instead of getting stuck in “what ifs,” try reframing your choices as experiments:
💭 What did I learn?
💭 How can I do better next time?
💭 What good decisions have I made?
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