Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that helps you understand and change unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It focuses on how your thoughts and beliefs influence your feelings and actions.
CBT can be of benefit individuals by teaching you practical skills to manage your problems more effectively. For example, if you have anxiety, it you help you learn techniques to challenge negative thoughts and reduce worry. For someone who has depression, it can help in identifying and changing patterns of negative thinking.
In a standard CBT session, we work with you to set specific goals for your therapy. We will guide you through the exploration of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors as they relate to your concerns. We may suggest certain exercises, such as keeping a thought diary, or practicing relaxation techniques. Throughout the sessions, we provide support, feedback, and strategies to help you make positive changes in your life.
Matt Haig, Reasons to Stay Alive
“There is no standard normal. Normal is subjective. There are seven billion versions of normal on this planet.”
