Must i call my doctor to get referred for cognitive behavioral therapy?

Depends: The answer to this question will depend on whether your insurance requires a primary care doctor referral or not. Usually, hmo-type policies require that, while ppo-type policies don't. Best way -- call your insurance provider to inquire about your benefits. It's still a good idea to call your doctor just to see who s/he recommends. Good luck!

Cognitive therapyCBT: Yes but now both internet-based and clinic-based cbt reduce anxiety disorders and improve functioning in adolescents more than waiting list control at 12 weeks. Internet- and clinic-based cbt are similarly effective for adolescent anxiety disorders at 12 weeks, and remain similarly effective at up to 12 months. The later was shown by holsinger et al 2012 making it more accessible for treatment.

Referral: Call your insurance company and see if a referral is required. The number to call will be on your insurance card. Typically a referral is not needed, and you can call any kind of therapist you like who participates in your insurance.