Our Philosophy of Treatment

Rational emotive behavior therapy, a form of cognitive behavioral therapy, "is a practical, action-oriented approach to coping with problems and enhancing personal growth. REBT places a good deal of its focus on the present: on currently-held attitudes, painful emotions and maladaptive behaviors that can sabotage a fuller experience of life. REBT also provides people with an individualized set of proven techniques for helping them to solve problems. REBT practitioners work closely with individuals, seeking to help uncover their individual set of beliefs (attitudes, expectations and personal rules) that frequently lead to emotional distress." Albert Ellis Institute

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is one of the most extensively researched forms of psychotherapy (Butler, Chapman, Forman, & Beck, 2006).It has been found to be effective for a number of psychological problems including—generalized anxiety, panic disorder with agoraphobia, social phobia, post traumatic stress disorder, adolescent and adult unipolar depression, and childhood depressive and anxiety disorders (Chambless & Gillis, 1993). Thus, cognitive behavioral therapy is considered an evidenced based treatment because scientific evidence has demonstrated it to be effective in randomized controlled clinical trials. 

(Please see Butler, A. C., Chapman, J. E., Forman, E. M., & Beck, A. T. (2006). The empirical status of cognitive-behavioral therapy: A review of meta-analyses. Clinical Psychology Review, 26, 17-31. for a review)

Our Training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Our training in cognitive behavioral therapy includes training at the Albert Ellis Institute for Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), the premiere national training institute for cognitive behavior therapy founded by Albert Ellis, Ph.D., the originator of rational emotive behavior therapy. In addition, Dr.Charles Hogan is a Associate Fellow and member of the training faculty of the Albert Ellis Institute and Dr.Janet Bernabo holds a primary certificate in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy.

We have been practicing REBT in California since 1981.

Education
Dr.Charles Hogan
Dr. Janet Bernabo
• Ph.D. in Professional Psychology
• Ph.D. in Professional Psychology
• Licensed Psychologist, PSY 7029
• Licensed Psychologist, PSY 7951
• Masters in Clinical Psychology
• Masters in Clinical Psychology
• School Psychology Credential
• School Psychology Credential
Areas of Specialization
Dr.Charles Hogan
Dr. Janet Bernabo
• Psychological Testing
• Psychological Testing
• Anxiety and Depression
• Anxiety and Depression
• ADHD
• PTSD
• Learning Disabilities
• Couples Therapy
• Children and Adolescents
• Women’s Issues
• PTSD
• Parenting Issues
• Fear of Flying (featured on ABC news with Carol Lebeau)
• Children and Adolescents

How can we help you?

We accept most insurance companies as full or partial payment for our services. Please call your insurance company regarding your specific plan to see if our services will be covered or if prior approval is necessary. If we are not on your specific insurance plan, we are able to see you on a cash for service basis.


If you are interested in scheduling an appointment with Dr.Hogan or Dr.Bernabo, please visit this page for important information for your first session.