Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Reference
Cognitive
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps people change unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors to improve their mood and solve problems. It works by teaching you to identify negative or distorted thinking, and then develop healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and acting. CBT is collaborative, with the therapist and client working as a team to challenge unhelpful beliefs and practice new coping strategies.
Common Cognitive and Behavioral Techniques Used in CBT:
Cognitive Restructuring/Reframing:
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Identifying and challenging negative or distorted thought patterns to develop more balanced and realistic thinking.
Identifying Cognitive Distortions:
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Learning to recognize common, inaccurate ways of thinking, such as all-or-nothing thinking or mind-reading.
Exposure Therapy:
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Gradually exposing oneself to feared situations or objects to reduce fear and avoidance responses.
