Everett
Snohomish
Dr. Jonathan Troll
Dr. Troll is a Christian, faith-based, licensed psychologist who believes that faith and psychological well-being are inseparable. Dr. Troll provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults ages ten and up. “I’m passionate about helping people gain balance, perspective, and self-worth in their lives. Every person has purpose. Every person’s life has meaning. Not one person is a mistake. I believe these truths wholeheartedly. Sometimes, there are difficult, confusing, and traumatizing life events that can overshadow these facts. As a therapist, I’m dedicated to helping people process such experiences and regain control of their life stories.”
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Generally speaking, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. That is, how we think about (or perceive) something, influences how we feel, which can then influence how we act, respond, or behave.
Specialties and other areas of focus
Dr. Troll specializes in anxiety and depression disorders. Anxiety disorders are common in children, adolescents, and adults. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, roughly 18 percent of adults and 25 percent of adolescents living in the United States will experience anxiety. Common types of anxiety include: generalized anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, and panic disorders.
Depression disorders, too, are common among children, adolescents, and adults. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, a Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is the leading cause of disability in America among individuals 15-44 years of age, and affects more than 16.1 million adults in a given year.
“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also more hard to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden: it is easier to say ‘My tooth is aching’ than to say ‘My heart is broken.’”
— C.S. Lewis, The Problem of Pain