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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Understand the pattern. Practice a new response.

CBT explores how thoughts, feelings, and actions influence one another. You and your therapist work toward specific goals, using practical skills you can apply in daily life.

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Thoughts, feelings, and actions influence one another.

Small changes can interrupt a difficult cycle.

When a situation feels threatening, the thoughts and actions that follow can keep distress going. CBT helps you notice that pattern, evaluate your interpretation, and experiment with a more helpful response.

What sessions may involve

  1. Map the patternExplore a recent situation and the thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and actions that followed.
  2. Try a different responsePractice skills such as problem-solving, evaluating thoughts, or gradually approaching safe situations you have avoided.
  3. Bring it into daily lifeAgree on manageable practice between sessions and review what helped, what felt difficult, and what to adjust.
Common questions

Understanding CBT

What can CBT help with?

CBT approaches are used for concerns including anxiety and depression. The techniques and treatment plan depend on your symptoms and goals. Trauma-focused methods such as CPT may be considered when PTSD is the main concern.

Will I have practice between sessions?

Often, yes. You might track a pattern, try a coping skill, or take a small step toward a goal. You and your therapist can adapt the practice to your circumstances.

How long does it take?

CBT is often time-limited, but the number of sessions depends on the concern, its complexity, and your progress. Goals are reviewed together.

Learn more from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies.

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