Thomas A. Cordier, PhD is the founder and executive director of the American CBT Treatment and Training Center, the American Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Centers, and the Cordier Institute for Advancements in Neuro-Emotive Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (NE-CBT).
Dr. Cordier is the creator of two groundbreaking therapy models:
- Interpersonal Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (I-CBT)
- Neuro-Emotive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (NE-CBT)
His revision of traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the first major evolution in over fifty years—bridging contemporary neuroscience, emotional development, and practical skill-building. NE-CBT addresses the connection between brain and body, the role of meaningful relationships, and the need for structured, evidence-based strategies that lead to real-world transformation.
Through his leadership, Dr. Cordier developed highly structured pediatric, adolescent, and adult behavioral treatment programs at the New England and American Centers for CBT in Connecticut. His approach integrates validated treatment components into one comprehensive, neurologically-informed system that is effective for individuals of all ages—and practical for clinicians, parents, and families alike.
Dr. Cordier personally trains all clinicians under his supervision through an intensive, proprietary training program he created—ensuring consistent, high-quality care rooted in the NE-CBT philosophy.
Academic & Clinical Credentials:
Dr. Cordier earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut, followed by graduate studies in Clinical Psychology at the University of Hartford, the Harold Abel School of Psychology, and the Graduate Theological Foundation in South Bend, Indiana.
His clinical training includes:
- Advanced work in pediatric and adolescent behavioral assessment during his practicum at Yale University, where he focused on ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), and conduct disorder (CD)
- Fieldwork in partial hospitalization programs (PHPs), emergency psychiatric units, and substance abuse centers across New England
- Specialized CBT training at the Albert Ellis Institute (REBT, New York City) and the Beck Institute for Cognitive Therapy (Pennsylvania)
Dr. Cordier brings an extensive background in clinical psychology, program development, and direct patient care across the lifespan.
Service to Country:
A retired U.S. Air Force officer, Dr. Cordier served over 20 years as a medic and later as a Medical Service Corps (MSC) officer, specializing in hospital management and administration. His military service informs his structured, strategic, and mission-driven approach to clinical treatment and training.
