Grounded in Compassion. Driven by Science.
Personalized therapy and clinician training united by collaboration and expertise.
For Potential New Patients
For Mental Health Professionals
WHO WE ARE
Our Mission
We are committed to enhancing the well-being of youth and adults affected by anxiety through compassionate, collaborative, evidence-based clinical care, and by educating and empowering the next generation of mental health professionals.
Based in Bryn Mawr, PA on the Main Line, CABT serves patients in-person throughout the greater Philadelphia area and virtually throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and 40+ states via PSYPACT.
Our Mental Health Specialties
While every therapist at CABT is an expert in anxiety disorders and OCD, many also bring specialized expertise in areas such as PTSD, depression, perinatal and postpartum mental health, eating disorders, and related concerns like hair-pulling, skin-picking, and body dysmorphia.
Our team offers personalized, research-based treatment plans to help patients struggling with panic, anxiety, and worry develop skills to manage symptoms and live their best lives in line with their values.
Our therapists use evidence-based treatments to help patients process trauma and PTSD, addressing the root causes while reducing symptoms and restoring safety and control.
We’re one of the few centers worldwide specializing in emetophobia, offering targeted treatment and a supportive community for patients and therapists through the Emetophobia Institute.
We provide specialized, science-backed care—including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)—to help patients manage symptoms and reclaim their peace of mind.
Our team provides tailored, evidence-based treatments to help kids and teens better understand their anxiety and build lasting coping skills.
The CABT Difference
EVIDENCE-BASED CARE
Personalized care grounded in the latest research.
COMPASSIONATE PROVIDERS
Collaborative, expertly trained providers committed to excellence.
GLOBAL TRAINING EXPERTS
Internationally recognized experts leading training and education worldwide.
Care by the Numbers
30,000+
Therapy sessions delivered
4,000+
Therapists trained by CABT
1,000+
Patients treated at CABT
60+
Workshops administered to therapists worldwide
Who We Are: Our Team
Highly personalized, compassionate care from a trusted small practice dedicated to delivering the highest quality treatment.
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![Steven D. Tsao, PhD - Cofounder of Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Steven D. Tsao, PhD
POSITION: Co-Founder
MY APPROACH: I believe that meaningful change starts with understanding - first with understanding each patient's unique experience and second, partnering with that patient to deeply understand their…
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![David Yusko, PsyD]()
David Yusko, PsyD
POSITION: Co-Founder
MY APPROACH: I approach the process of therapy from two main perspectives – relational and behavioral. When I decide to begin working with an individual, I am making a decision…
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![Christina DiChiara, PsyD]()
Christina DiChiara, PsyD
POSITION: Director of Education
MY APPROACH: I am passionate about innovative, research-based therapy to relieve suffering and help people live the lives they want to be living. My intensive training, research experience, and clinical work…
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![Caroline Haimm, PhD - Staff Psychologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Caroline Haimm, PhD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: My approach is grounded in a strong commitment to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), while also integrating elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and self-compassion…
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![Elana Kagan, PhD - Staff Psychologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Elana Kagan, PhD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: As a psychologist specializing in evidence-based treatments for anxiety and OCD, my therapeutic approach centers on working collaboratively with patients of all ages. My treatment methodology primarily…
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![Shannon Murphy, PhD, PMH-C - Staff Pyschologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Shannon Murphy, PhD, PMH-C
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: I strive to approach every individual with whom I work with genuine warmth, empathy, curiosity, and humor. I aim to create a nonjudgmental and collaborative environment, in which treatment is…
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![Catherine Schuler, PsyD - Staff Psychologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Catherine Schuler, PsyD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: I believe that my role as a therapist is to help guide my patients towards living the fullest, most meaningful versions of their lives. Therapy with me is a collaborative process…
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![Josephine Shih, PhD - Staff Psychologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Josephine Shih, PhD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: My therapeutic approach is built on the understanding that each person’s path to recovery is unique. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and exposure-based techniques to help patients address…
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![Ren Gibson, PhD - Staff Psychologist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Ren Gibson, PhD
POSITION: Staff Psychologist
MY APPROACH: Fundamental to my therapeutic approach is collaboration, compassion, and creativity. I have a flexible style that allows my breadth of experience with various theoretical orientations…
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![Abigail Collins, PsyD - PostDoctoral Fellow at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Abigail Collins, PsyD
POSITION: Postdoctoral Fellow
MY APPROACH: I bring warmth, authenticity, and compassion to the therapy room because I believe real connection is the foundation for meaningful change. My approach is rooted in evidence-based…
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![Auburn Stephenson, MA - Advanced Doctoral Student at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Auburn Stephenson, MA
POSITION: Advanced Doctoral Student
MY APPROACH: Because no two individuals experience life the same way, I view my clients as experts of their own experiences and strive to tailor my approach to meet each person’s unique needs…
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![Lauren Taylor, MS - Advanced Doctoral Student at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Lauren Taylor, MS
POSITION: Advanced Doctoral Student
MY APPROACH: My approach to therapy is rooted in cognitive-behavioral principles, with a special focus on exposure-based work for anxiety and related disorders…
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![Anna Thompson, MS - Clinical Intake Specialist at Center for Anxiety and Behavior Therapy]()
Anna Thompson, MS
POSITION: Clinical Intake Specialist
Who We Treat
We care for individuals of all ages—from young children and their parents to older adults—who are navigating anxiety, OCD, trauma, and the overwhelming feelings that come with them. We provide in-person treatment throughout the greater Philadelphia area and Main Line, and virtual care throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and 40+ additional states via PSYPACT. We also proudly support mental health professionals from around the world who are eager to grow.
For Patients
Ready to begin your journey with us?
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We help you every step of the way.
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Our clinicians are deeply experienced in delivering gold-standard OCD treatment with a human touch—compassionate, personalized, and grounded in what works.
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We specialize in evidence-based approaches that are never one-size-fits-all, combining knowledge with compassion to help people feel more free, grounded, and in control.
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At CABT, our team is trained in the most effective, research-supported treatments for trauma, and we tailor the healing process to meet each person where they are in their journey.
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Our team understands the unique nature of this fear and uses tailored, evidence-based care to gently help clients build confidence and reclaim their lives.
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We specialize in evidence-based care for children and adolescents, combining proven strategies with warmth and understanding to help young people build emotional confidence.
For Mental Health Professionals
Learn from leading experts at the forefront of the field. If you’re a mental health professional who can speak English and has a Wi-Fi connection, we can train you.
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A hub of all of CABT’s offerings for therapists, where you can explore available training, workshops, and consultation opportunities to get started.
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The world-renowned experts at CABT have extensive experience training mental health professionals in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, trauma, and related conditions. Through our original workshops created by CABT experts, our team has supported clinicians and organizations around the world in applying these gold-standard approaches in a variety of settings with confidence and care.
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CABT offers individual and group consultation services for mental health professionals and organizations seeking expert guidance in the assessment and treatment of OCD, anxiety disorders, and trauma. In addition to offering workshops we’ve developed in-house, our team also collaborates with organizations to design customized training tailored to their specific needs—delivering evidence-based education through lectures, workshops, and consultation with clarity, flexibility, and clinical depth.
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CABT offers rigorous, hands-on training for emerging clinicians through our one-year practicum for advanced doctoral students and a two-year postdoctoral fellowship. With extensive expert supervision, access to advanced workshops, and real-world clinical experience in a private practice setting, our programs are designed to shape the thoughtful, skilled, and confident practitioners of tomorrow.
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Mental Health Resources
In-depth articles on anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma & PTSD, emetophobia, and evidence-based treatment from the expert therapists at CABT.
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Frequently Asked Questions About CABT
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The first step is to schedule a free, 15-minute phone call with a member of our Intake Team at CABT. You can get started by emailing newpatient@centerabt.com, calling (610) 455-5757, or completing our contact form.
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Yes, the first step is a free 15-minute phone screen with our Intake Team. During this call we gather information about your needs, confirm we are the right fit, and match you with the right clinician. You can schedule by emailing newpatient@centerabt.com, calling (610) 455-5757, or completing our contact form.
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CABT specializes in anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, emetophobia, depression, maternal mental health, and related conditions for children, teens, and adults. Our clinicians use evidence-based treatments including CBT, ERP, Prolonged Exposure, and CPT.
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We do not accept insurance, but instead offer a range of fees to help make our services more accessible; please reach out for our most up-to-date rates. If your health insurance has out-of-network benefits, we can provide Superbills for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. We strongly encourage you to contact your insurance company directly to confirm your benefits, and how to access them.
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We proudly serve patients from as young as 6 years old through adolescence, adulthood, and the elder years.
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We offer in-person appointments at our office in Bryn Mawr, PA for patients in the greater Philadelphia area. We also offer telehealth virtual sessions for patients located throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland — as well as 40+ additional states through PSYPACT. See all PSYPACT eligible states.
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CABT is located at 940 East Haverford Road in Bryn Mawr, PA, serving the greater Philadelphia area, the Main line, and towns like Haverford, Ardmore, and Wayne in person. We also offer virtual sessions via telehealth.
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Yes - we offer telehealth virtual sessions for patients located throughout New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland — as well as 40+ additional states through PSYPACT. See all PSYPACT eligible states.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a scientifically supported approach that helps people by focusing on present challenges rather than exploring the past. Unlike traditional talk therapy, CBT emphasizes building practical skills, practicing exercises, and learning through real-world application. It is an active, collaborative process where the therapist and client work together to overcome obstacles and create meaningful change.
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Yes, CABT offers a range of expert-led workshops for mental health professionals covering ERP for OCD, emetophobia treatment, pediatric ERP, OCD assessment, and more. Our workshops are available virtually and include post-workshop consultation groups. Visit our workshops page to see upcoming offerings.
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You can browse upcoming workshops and register directly at centerabt.com/workshops-for-therapists. If you have questions about a specific workshop or want to discuss customized training for your organization, reach out through our contact form.
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Our team brings decades of combined experience with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), ranging from outpatient and residential OCD treatment to coordinating multi-site research studies and training over a thousand therapists in delivering ERP effectively. Our ERP training begins with a foundational multi-day intensive workshop, followed by four group consultation calls to support therapists in applying ERP with their patients. We also offer additional consultation and customized training to meet the unique needs of individuals and organizations.