BASE Cognitive Behavioral

BASE Cognitive Behavioral We are a specialist practice offering cognitive behavioral therapy, classes, and consultation.

02/20/2026

At BASE, we are passionate about continuing education. We all are lifelong learners, and also enjoy sponsoring education in the community!

Today, we are excited to learn about money in relationships! Stay tuned for the recording to be offered on our website.

Dr. Halberstadt shares her favorite quote and what it means to her as a therapist: Mindfulness is a core component of my...
02/19/2026

Dr. Halberstadt shares her favorite quote and what it means to her as a therapist: Mindfulness is a core component of my therapy practice. Mindfulness is noticing what is happening in the present moment non-judgmentally, and it allows us to have opportunities for choice in our ongoing lives. Mindfulness lets us notice our thoughts instead of being controlled by them, notice our memories while staying grounded in the present, notice our physiological reactions and emotions without reacting impulsively, and notice our behaviors and their impact on our lives. This present moment awareness is necessary for making change, because, as Thich Nhat Hanh says, "there is only one moment in which life is available, and that is the present moment."

Read Dr. Halberstadt's bio at findyourbase.com/alexandra-halberstadt

Dr. Ryan Page's pick for February is the book Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change, by Jeffrey ...
02/16/2026

Dr. Ryan Page's pick for February is the book Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change, by Jeffrey Foote, Carrie Wilkens, Nicole Kosanke, Stephanie Higgs.

"I'm concerned about a loved one's substance use, but I feel like there is nothing I can do." It's a sentiment often raised by family members and friends seeking support when their loved one might not be ready to seek treatment for themselves. Beyond Addiction serves as a practical, evidence-based guide for applying tools derived from Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) to empower yourself and your loved one in changing patterns of substance use where they may be underserved by conventional wisdom.

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Happy Friday the 13th! For a lot of people (especially those with OCD or anxiety), today can come with a spike of “what ...
02/13/2026

Happy Friday the 13th!

For a lot of people (especially those with OCD or anxiety), today can come with a spike of “what ifs” and a strong urge to avoid, seek reassurance, and perform rituals to stay "safe." Here are some of the most common superstitions people notice popping up today, examples of how our brains try to make meaning out of uncertainty:

Black cats crossing your path = bad luck
Walking under ladders is a no-go
Breaking a mirror = seven years of bad luck
Spilling salt means trouble—unless you throw some over your shoulder to “fix” it
Opening an umbrella indoors invites bad luck
The number 13 itself is avoided
Starting something new today is “risky”
Extra accidents happen today because… the calendar said so

Exposure therapy invites a different move: letting the discomfort be there without trying to neutralize it. Maybe that looks like going about your day as usual. Maybe it’s resisting the urge to knock on wood, cancel plans, or Google “bad luck signs.” Each time you choose not to escape the feeling, you’re teaching your brain something powerful: uncertainty is uncomfortable, not dangerous.

So here’s to a very intentional Friday the 13th — showing up, letting the anxiety ride along, and living your life anyway.

02/13/2026

Misconceptions around CBT and Substance Use Disorders

1. CBT is against 12-step recovery programs. While CBT focuses on individualized tools to work through challenges, CBT is often complemented well by 12-step programs, which offer additional layers of accountability for people struggling with substance use.
2. CBT requires complete abstinence from substances. CBT utilizes a collaborative model, which means that clinician and client work together to develop goals around specific problems and behaviors. Harm reduction models are becoming much more common in the model of treatment for substance and were developed from within the framework of CBT.
3. CBT is only effective for the individual with substance use disorders, and does not have any approaches for the family members. There are newer approaches that have created tools and resources for family members, as there is recognition that the family is an essential support system for individuals going through recovery. Dr. Page has been really excited about a specific program, CRAFT- community reinforcement and family therapy, which incorporates the family system.

Looking to complete your CE? We still have a few spots left for our February workshop! For more details and to sign up v...
02/12/2026

Looking to complete your CE? We still have a few spots left for our February workshop! For more details and to sign up visit findyourbase.com/professional-events.

Money is one of the most frequent and enduring sources of relationship conflict, and one of the least comfortably discussed in therapy. Therapists often recognize that “money is the fight,” but lack tools to assess, treat, or refer clients for specialized help. This workshop provides an evidence-based framework for recognizing financial dynamics as relational dynamics - where attachment patterns, trauma histories, and money behaviors intersect.

Join us!

02/10/2026

Misconceptions of CBT

Cognitive behavioral therapy has been one of the most tested therapeutic interventions, and yet many people, including therapists, have some misconceptions about it. The top three I encounter are:
1. CBT does not care about your past. Yes, the work focuses on the present moment, but we also need to understand how negative thoughts and patterns develop, which comes from really learning a person’s history.
2. CBT only focuses on symptoms and will not heal anything. Really? CBT teaches new patterns of thoughts, emotions and behaviors, all of which contribute to healing. My favorite analogy for CBT is using physical therapy to treat (and heal) an injury.
3. CBT cannot treat trauma, eating disorders, etc. For many psychological challenges, there are well tested protocols for treatment, often the only proven treatment for those conditions.
CBT may not be the hot new trend. It definitely can feel overly structured at the start. It also can be truly life changing (and healing).

Sharing some favorite quotes from our therapists, starting with Dr. Andrea Umbach and the Indigo Girls! "The less I seek...
02/09/2026

Sharing some favorite quotes from our therapists, starting with Dr. Andrea Umbach and the Indigo Girls! "The less I seek my source for some definitive, the closer I am to fine." Scroll through to read why Dr. Umbach loves this quote and what it means to her.

Dr. Chrissy Raines' February pick is the Minnesota Children's Museum website. Human tragedies, violence, and unrest have...
02/05/2026

Dr. Chrissy Raines' February pick is the Minnesota Children's Museum website. Human tragedies, violence, and unrest have recently dominated the news cycle, and children are not immune to the impact of these events. The Minnesota Children's Museum has collected a variety of helpful resources to help parents talk to their children about what is happening; they also include some resources for parents' own self-care in this context. You can find these resources on their website at mcm.org/helping-children-cope-talking-with-kids-about-violence-and-tragedy-in-the-news.
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02/03/2026

Myths about anorexia treatment

Dr. Stephanie Hosford shares her expertise with eating disorder work by breaking down two myths about anorexia treatment for kids and teens.

Myth 1: Higher level of care is always needed for anorexia. The truth is that Family-Based Treatment (FBT, Maudsley Method) has the strongest evidence base for the treatment of anorexia in adolescents, and can reduce future hospitalization, as long as the teen is medically stable.

Myth 2: FBT will foster dependence from my child/teen. The challenge with anorexia is that it hijacks healthy brain functioning, which is why parental participation in eating disorder treatment is essential. The model will move to rebuilding independence once the teen is stabilized and able to rely on their own brain for decision-making.

Follow us to learn more about eating disorders, therapy, and the evidence for good treatment!

Our 2nd Module of the 2026 DBT Skills Group Sessions for parents and teens starts on Wednesday! This month we are focusi...
02/02/2026

Our 2nd Module of the 2026 DBT Skills Group Sessions for parents and teens starts on Wednesday! This month we are focusing on Distress Tolerance, with Dr. Ryan Page leading our parent sessions, along with Dr. Katharine Rogers and Dr. Alexandra Halberstadt leading our teen sessions. Join us every Wednesday evening in February from 6 pm to 7:15 pm. Check out findyourbase.com/group-therapy for more information.

01/30/2026

Happy birthday, Dr. Umbach!! She is small and mighty, and a driving force in what makes BASE great. For every idea that Dr. Daley has, she has the patience to make it work. Join us in wishing her a happy birthday! Also, wish her luck finding all of the cows….

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Charlotte, NC
28209

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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
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