Distorted Thinking and Perception
Cognitive distortions can be corrected
Cognitive distortions may be rooted in depression, trauma, illness, or a lifetime of habit. Therapy can help you overcome them and begin to heal.
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Therapy can help
Distorted thinking and perception require expert treatment; patients may benefit from a team approach that includes psychiatry, psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, and medication. Acheron Psychiatry offers holistic, expert care for those seeking help for their symptoms. We are conveniently located in lower Manhattan, near the Financial District and other downtown neighborhoods, and our beautiful offices are easy to reach by multiple subways and buses. We offer remote sessions for those unable to travel downtown. Contact us for a free consultation and find out how one of our therapists can help with your symptoms.
therapy for cognitive distortions
It Doesn't Have to Feel This Way
Distorted thinking, or cognitive distortions, refers to a pattern of thinking that doesn’t necessarily match objective reality. For example, an individual may view a minor setback as evidence that they are a failure. Not being invited to an event may cause someone to leap to the conclusion that the host doesn’t like them. Catastrophizing, black-and-white thinking, or focusing only the negative aspects of a situation are all examples of distorted thinking. Distorted thinking may be a habit, built up over a lifetime, and it can be corrected with expert treatment.
Distorted perception includes more serious symptoms, including hallucinations that can be visual or auditory, or involve the other senses. Some people smell or taste sensations that others do not, sometimes the result of medication, trauma, or a mental health condition. Delusions and distortions may cause a range of symptoms, including behavior and mood changes and even changes in appetite.
Acheron offers care options for those experiencing distortions in thoughts or perceptions.
- Individual psychotherapy provided by expert therapists who specialize in cognitive distortions
- Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy conducted by medical professionals with advanced training
- Medication management supervised by a Harvard-trained psychiatrist
- Group therapy with Ketamine designed especially for those struggling with emotional issues
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Affordable, accessible, therapy to support healing
Our Financial District practice at 11 Broadway offers convenient access for those seeking therapy for distortions in thinking and perception throughout New York. We also offer virtual sessions for those who prefer therapy from the privacy and comfort of home. Contact us to schedule a free consultation or your first appointment.
Getting here:
- Subway: 4/5 train to Bowling Green, R/W to Rector Street, 2/3 to Wall Street
- Nearby: Charging Bull, Battery Park, Bowling Green, Stone Street, Brookfield Place
- Neighborhood: Short walk from the Staten Island Ferry Terminal and One World Trade Center; convenient to Tribeca, Chelsea, East and West Village, and elsewhere in the New York area
Can Ketamine Help?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Ketamine-assisted therapy is an advanced treatment that has been shown to be effective for several mental health issues. The Acheron team, which specializes in individualized treatment for a wide range of issues, has expertise in this unique medical therapy, especially when other treatments have not succeeded.
Find out more about ketamine-assisted therapy
Under the supervision of a Harvard-trained M.D., your ketamine treatment at Acheron is a healing experience for mind, body, and soul.
How Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Works
At low doses, ketamine-assisted therapy helps relax psychological defenses, enhances emotional processing, and makes therapy more productive.
At higher doses, it can induce a psychedelic experience – a rare, profound window for deep healing, emotional exploration, and personal growth. With thorough preparation, a supportive environment, and a trusted therapeutic relationship, ketamine therapy can unlock one of the most powerful forces in mental health: your own internal healing wisdom.
We honor this sacred medicine by weaving it with deep psychotherapy, mindful medication management, and healing community events that nourish your whole being. Research shows ketamine treatment can be particularly effective when traditional treatments have failed.
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- New patients call 646-832-2883 or click here to email us
- Existing clients call us at 212-320-2216
Expert Therapists/Psychiatrists in NYC
Our experts bring diverse therapeutic approaches to support your unique needs. Each therapist offers specific expertise while maintaining Acheron Psychiatry’s commitment to depth-oriented, whole-person care. Contact us for a free initial consultation to find out how we can help you overcome your trauma.
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We know it's not easy
Cognitive distortion is a complex experience that calls for a unique treatment approach. We know it can be difficult to seek help. Please use the Contact Us form any time to request a free initial consultation so we can get to know you and talk about how we can help.