Catalyst Psychology

Referring Patients for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

A trusted, evidence-based partner for client care.

At Catalyst Psychology, we understand the importance of collaborative care. Whether you’re seeking a clinician referral partner, referring a patient for CBT, or looking to expand your team’s knowledge of evidence-based approaches, we’re here to support you.

Our practice offers specialized, research-backed treatment for adolescents and adults, with a clear focus on clarity, structure, and lasting impact. We work closely with referring providers to ensure that care is coordinated, targeted, and grounded in best practices.

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Therapy Specialties We Offer

We provide structured, time-efficient treatment rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and its specialized branches. Our clinicians have advanced training in:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with ACT integration to support long-term behavioral flexibility

Insomnia and Sleep Disorders

Using CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) to reset sleep cycles and address conditioned arousal

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

With emphasis on executive functioning, emotional regulation, and evidence-based coaching strategies

Anxiety and Stress-Related Disorders

Including social anxiety, panic disorder, perfectionism, and generalized anxiety

College Transition & Emerging Adulthood

Addressing academic, social, and mental health challenges common in young adults

We also work with high-functioning adolescents navigating emotional sensitivity, executive functioning difficulties, and internalizing symptoms—providing support to both students and families in collaboration with other care providers.

Our Collaborative Approach

We take a coordinated care model seriously. With appropriate consent, we communicate with referring professionals to ensure alignment on treatment goals, share relevant updates, and help the client feel supported across all domains of care.

We value our referral partnerships and aim to:

Respond to new client inquiries promptly

Provide clarity around our scope of practice and treatment trajectory

Keep you informed as appropriate throughout care

Educational Opportunities for Providers

We’re also happy to serve as a clinical resource for your staff. Our team is available to offer brief presentations or workshops on topics such as:

Section 1

Why Can’t My Patient Sleep? How to Spot When It’s Time for CBT-I

Differentiate insomnia subtypes, understand the role of conditioned arousal, and learn what doesn’t work (looking at you, melatonin).

Section 2

ADHD in Adults and Teens: What PCPs and Psychiatrists Should Know About Executive Dysfunction

When stimulant medication helps—but isn’t enough. How behavioral strategies complement medication for emotional reactivity, task avoidance, and more.

Section 2

When Anxiety Doesn’t Look Anxious: Identifying Hidden Presentations in High-Functioning Patients

Perfectionism, over-functioning, irritability, and somatic complaints—how these patterns show up in the exam room, and how CBT can help.

Section 2

How to Talk to Patients About Therapy (When They Think It’s Just Talking)

Practical ways to explain evidence-based care to hesitant patients—and how to match them with the right kind of therapist.

If your practice, school, or healthcare group is interested in clinician education, we’re happy to tailor content to your needs.

Make a Referral or Connect With Us

We welcome therapy referrals from physicians, psychiatrists, school counselors, and other professionals seeking collaborative care for their patients. We value clinician partnerships and look forward to connecting.

Ready to refer a patient for CBT or explore a collaboration?
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