CBT Treatment with Our Expert Therapists

At Beck Institute, we are committed to providing modern CBT that focuses on helping clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms. Our therapists strive to foster highly supportive, compassionate, and collaborative relationships with clients and to tailor treatment to their individual difficulties and preferences. Our therapists work together with clients to identify their strengths, achieve important goals, and create positive and lasting changes in their thinking, behavior, and mood.

Beck Institute’s clinical team has been trained and supervised by Dr. Aaron T. Beck and Dr. Judith Beck. They provide therapy, write, and teach about the practice of CBT. They are internationally renowned and considered to be among the best CBT therapists in the US.

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“CBT has always been the most critical piece of recovery from my episodes of depression and anxiety. My knowledge of basic CBT skills and more importantly, my application of those skills, has been the backbone of my recovery each and every time.”
Barbara, Former Beck Institute Client

Our therapists provide services in person at our clinic located in suburban Philadelphia, and also provide services via telehealth to clients living in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

Our Therapists

Beck Institute’s expert clinicians, Dr. Judith Beck, Dr. Francine Broder, and Dr. Norman Cotterell, specialize in providing compassionate, high-quality Cognitive Behavior Therapy. They work with clients who are experiencing mental health concerns such as depression and anxiety, as well as those who are adjusting to life transitions or stressors, coping with chronic illnesses, or experiencing relationship difficulties. Learn more about our clinicians and their areas of specialty below:

Judith S. Beck, PhD
Judith Beck, PhD

As a therapist, I help clients evaluate unhelpful or inaccurate thoughts, overcome barriers to achieving their aspirations, and teach them new skills they can use for the rest of their lives so not only do they get better but they also stay better.

Francine Broder, PsyD
Francine Broder, PsyD

I would be honored to help you overcome difficulties, discover your strengths, and achieve your important goals. I am here to support you every step of the way, giving you space to heal, grow, and learn as we work together to create positive change in your life.

Norman Cotterell, PhD
Norman Cotterell, PhD

I’m a firm believer in the effectiveness of cognitive therapy, and I tailor my approach to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you, and to be a part of your journey toward healing and personal growth.

Morgan Hagner, PsyD
Postdoctoral Fellow

As a therapist, I prioritize collaboration, compassion, and genuineness in the therapeutic relationship. I look forward to the opportunity to support you in accomplishing your goals, overcoming barriers to behavior change, and helping you build skills to live a life according to your values.

Still have questions or concerns? Reach out to our Clinic Coordinator, Tia Jones, for more information about our clinical services.


Weight Management

Led by Program Director Deborah Beck Busis, LCSW, the Beck Institute Weight Management program helps individuals build resilience and confidence through everyday choices. Developed by Dr. Judith S. Beck and Deborah Beck Busis, LCSW, our program teaches concrete and actionable skills based on the evidence-based principles of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). We provide people with the tools they need to support healthy habits.

Beck Institute Weight Management Program, Deb Beck
Deborah Beck Busis, LCSW

Director, BI Weight Management Program