Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Research-Proven Treatments Tailored To Individual Needs And Goals

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Research-Proven Therapies

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Expertise and Compassionate Care

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In-Person and Teletherapy Services

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Done Right

At Capital Institute we are committed to staying current with the latest research on effective CBT treatments. Our dedicated team of therapists includes experts in a wide range of problems and treatment approaches. So you can be assured that you are receiving true evidence-based care.

We are pleased to be able to offer the option of in-person therapy or teletherapy via our secure video conference platform.  Thanks to the new Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, people living in 34 states can now access Capital Institute’s expertise remotely.

We have two locations:

  • 1729 21st Street, N.W.
    Washington, DC 20009
  • 4833 Bethesda Avenue, Suite 300
    Bethesda, MD 20814

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CBT Guide for Professionals

Dr. Stephen Holland, Director of Capital Institute, is co-author of one of the most widely used text books on CBT for professionals:  Treatment Plans and Interventions for Depression and Anxiety Disorders.  

The book covers depression and the major anxiety disorders, including OCD and PTSD.  It provides step by step instructions for evidence based assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and intervention, with illustrative case examples.   

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"A must-read book for mental health practitioners of the 21st century"

Stefan G. Hofmann, Ph.D.,
Department of Psychology, Boston University

News & Updates

New Data Shows Teen Girls’ Mental Health Suffered Most During the Pandemic

Maria Hays | July 25, 2024

The foundation of adolescent development is social connectedness. It is crucial for teens to have social support both at home and in the community. Research shows that close, intimate conversations with friends are particularly important for girls, helping them explore identities, define their sense of self, and cope with mental health struggles.
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How Psychological Testing and Assessment Can Help Your Child In School

Maria Hays | May 28, 2024

Psychological testing and assessment can play a pivotal role in understanding a child’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Testing can explore issues related to intelligence, learning and memory, language usage, academic achievement, problem solving, processing speed, reasoning, attention, mood, and personality.
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Explaining CBT to Children

Maria Hays | May 28, 2024

Getting children to agree to therapy can be challenging. They may not see the benefits, feel it won’t work, be embarrassed, have had a bad experience before, think they don’t need help, or feel forced. To help, try to explain CBT in a relatable way.
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