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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on treating
mental disorders by identifying and changing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In addition, CBT
directly addresses the individual's negative thoughts about themselves and others. According to
Weightman (2020), the goal is to challenge those thoughts to become less automatic; instead, the
person can choose from a range of behaviors they want to direct their thoughts. Moreover, CBT
is commonly used to treat various mental health conditions, such as anxiety disorders, mood
disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse disorders. CBT is usually provided in a one-onone setting, although it can also be provided in a group setting.
CBT is an approach to psychological treatment that focuses on identifying and changing
negative thinking patterns. Often, CBT practices focus on teaching clients how to describe their
emotions more neutrally and less emotionally. In addition, counselors may also teach clients
coping and relaxation techniques such as breathing exercises and deep tissue massage. A
therapist may help patients learn new skills to respond to situations differently. Moreover, the
goal is to increase the patient’s confidence and self-esteem, reduce anxiety and depression, and
actively work on making positive changes in their life (Watkins & Newbold 2020). Furthermore,
it is often used as a first-line treatment for these disorders and is as effective as medication for
many people.
The theory behind CBT is that a person's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are
interconnected. When a person changes one, the others will follow. In...