Abey Adams-Adasah

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

In my practice, I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. I work with clients to recognize cognitive distortions, such as catastrophizing or black-and-white thinking, and replace them with more balanced, realistic perspectives. Through thought records and cognitive restructuring, I guide clients in reframing unhelpful beliefs and developing healthier coping mechanisms. Additionally, I use behavioral activation to help clients engage in positive activities that improve mood and motivation. For clients dealing with anxiety, I implement exposure techniques to gradually reduce avoidance behaviors and increase tolerance for distressing situations. CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that empowers clients to gain insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while providing practical tools to create meaningful, lasting change.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

In my practice, I integrate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients develop effective coping strategies for managing emotional distress, improving interpersonal relationships, and regulating their emotions. I utilize mindfulness techniques to help clients become more aware of their thoughts and feelings without judgment, allowing them to respond rather than react. When clients struggle with distress tolerance, I teach grounding exercises and crisis management skills, such as TIPP (Temperature, Intense Exercise, Paced Breathing, Progressive Relaxation) to help them navigate overwhelming emotions. I also incorporate emotional regulation techniques by helping clients identify and label their emotions, challenge negative thought patterns, and practice opposite action to shift their mood and behavior. Additionally, I support clients in interpersonal effectiveness by using DEAR MAN to enhance communication skills and boundary-setting in relationships. DBT has been instrumental in empowering clients to achieve a balance between acceptance and change, fostering long-term emotional resilience and improved mental well-being.

Christian Counseling

In my practice, I incorporate Christian counseling for clients who seek a faith-based approach to healing and personal growth. I integrate biblical principles with psychological techniques to help clients navigate life’s challenges while strengthening their faith. Through prayer, scripture, and spiritual reflection, I support clients in finding hope, purpose, and guidance in their struggles. I encourage clients to apply Christian values such as forgiveness, grace, and resilience in their relationships and personal healing. When appropriate, I help clients explore their faith as a source of strength in managing stress, anxiety, and emotional pain. By blending faith and evidence-based counseling techniques, I provide a holistic approach that honors both spiritual and mental well-being, helping clients align their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors with their faith.

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into my work with clients who feel stuck in patterns of overthinking, avoidance, or emotional overwhelm. My approach focuses on helping clients build psychological flexibility—the ability to experience difficult thoughts and emotions without being controlled by them, while still moving toward a meaningful life. I have experience using ACT with individuals managing anxiety, depression, trauma-related responses, and life transitions. Many of my clients struggle with trying to “get rid of” uncomfortable thoughts or feelings, which often keeps them stuck. ACT shifts that focus—rather than fighting internal experiences, we work on changing the relationship to them. In sessions, I integrate core ACT processes such as: Cognitive Defusion: Helping clients step back from thoughts instead of getting entangled in them Acceptance: Building willingness to experience emotions without avoidance or suppression Present-Moment Awareness: Strengthening mindfulness and grounding skills Values Clarification: Identifying what truly matters to guide decisions and direction Committed Action: Taking consistent, value-driven steps even in the presence of discomfort My style is practical, compassionate, and experiential. I often use metaphors, mindfulness exercises, and real-life applications to help clients understand concepts in a tangible way. The goal is not to eliminate distress, but to reduce its control over behavior—so clients can live more intentionally and aligned with their values. This approach is especially effective for clients who feel stuck in cycles of avoidance, perfectionism, or self-criticism, and are ready to shift from “feeling better” to “living better.”

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

I integrate Solution-Focused Brief Therapy into my work with clients who are seeking clarity, direction, and practical change. My approach is goal-oriented and collaborative, helping clients shift focus from what’s wrong to what’s already working and how to build on it. I have experience using SFBT with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship challenges, and feelings of being “stuck.” Many clients come in overwhelmed or unsure where to begin—SFBT allows us to quickly identify strengths, highlight resilience, and create actionable steps toward change. In sessions, I use techniques such as: Miracle Question to help clients envision their preferred future Scaling Questions to track progress and increase awareness of small wins Exception-Finding to uncover moments when the problem is less intense or absent Strength-Based Feedback to reinforce confidence and capability My style is direct, supportive, and future-focused. I help clients recognize that change is already happening in small ways and guide them in expanding those moments. Rather than staying stuck in problem-saturated narratives, we work together to create realistic, achievable goals and build momentum toward them. This approach is especially effective for clients who are ready to take action, prefer structured guidance, and want to see progress in a relatively short period of time.