At TRACE Behavioral Health, treatment is guided by the belief that recovery is possible when science and compassion work together. We draw from evidence-based therapies that are proven to help people reduce symptoms, build resilience, and move toward greater independence, balance, and dignity. All treatment is 100% delivered virtually.
CBTp is the most well-researched psychotherapy for schizophrenia spectrum disorders. With over 50 clinical trials and multiple meta-analyses supporting its use, CBTp helps reduce distress, strengthen coping skills, and improve daily functioning. It has been shown to benefit people across the spectrum—from early and first-episode psychosis to multi-episode or medication-resistant conditions. CBTp empowers clients to make sense of experiences, manage symptoms, and move toward recovery.
ERP is the gold-standard treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It teaches clients to gradually face fears while resisting compulsions, breaking the cycle of anxiety and rituals. Decades of research show that 60–80% of people experience lasting improvement with ERP, and it is as effective as medication for many. ERP restores freedom from OCD’s grip, helping clients reclaim time, relationships, and confidence in daily life.
DBT skills focus on managing emotional distress, improving relationships, and increasing mindfulness. These practical strategies help clients cope with overwhelming feelings without losing control or turning to harmful behaviors. DBT is especially effective for people facing mood instability, strong emotional reactivity, or patterns of self-criticism. By building DBT skills, clients gain tools to create balance, resilience, and healthier ways of responding to life’s challenges to develop a life of worth living.
ACT helps people move beyond the struggle with stigma, shame, and anxiety that often accompany serious mental illness. Rather than fighting symptoms, ACT teaches clients to notice thoughts and feelings without judgment, while focusing on actions that align with their values. Research shows ACT reduces internalized stigma, decreases avoidance, and improves quality of life for people with schizophrenia spectrum disorders and other serious mental health concerns. ACT empowers clients to build lives of meaning and purpose—even in the presence of challenges.
At TRACE Behavioral Health, one of the most important therapies we offer is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp). We may also integrate Cognitive Behavioral Social Skills Therapy (CBSST) for psychosis. These approaches are specifically designed to reduce the distress and life disruptions that can come with psychosis spectrum disorders like schizophrenia, schizoaffective, or bipolar disorders.
CBTp is not just another therapy—it is the most well-researched psychotherapy for psychosis worldwide. More than 50 clinical trials, 20 meta-analyses, and several systematic reviews have confirmed its effectiveness. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) recommends that individuals with schizophrenia receive CBTp as part of their treatment.
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CBTp is more than symptom management. It’s a therapy that empowers you to face challenges, reduce distress, and move toward recovery. CBTp teaches practical tools and fresh perspectives that can support independence, reconnect with others, and open the door to a steadier, more meaningful daily life.
At TRACE Behavioral Health, we know how exhausting the cycle of obsessions and compulsions can feel. That’s why we use Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the most effective, science-backed therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). ERP helps people face their fears gradually and safely, while learning to resist the urge to engage in rituals or compulsions. Over time, anxiety decreases, confidence grows, and daily life opens back up.
ERP is not only widely practiced—it is also the most researched treatment for OCD. Dozens of randomized clinical trials and multiple meta-analyses have shown ERP to be highly effective, with many studies reporting 60–80% of people experiencing significant and lasting improvement. The American Psychiatric Association and the National Institute of Mental Health both recommend ERP as the first-line treatment for OCD.
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ERP doesn’t just manage OCD—it helps you build resilience, reclaim time lost to rituals, and live more fully in line with your values. Step by step, you can learn to face intrusive thoughts differently, loosen OCD’s grip, and create space for the relationships, goals, and activities that matter most to you.