CBT is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that helps you identify and change unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
It’s based on the idea that:
- Thoughts affect feelings
- Feelings affect behaviors
- Behaviors reinforce thoughts
By changing one part of this cycle—usually thoughts or behaviors—you can improve your emotional well-being.
How CBT Works
A typical CBT process includes:
- Identifying negative or distorted thoughts (“I always mess things up”)
- Challenging them with evidence
- Replacing them with more balanced thoughts
- Practicing new behaviors (like exposure, problem-solving, or communication skills)
CBT often includes homework so you practice skills between sessions.
What CBT Treats
CBT is highly effective for:
- Anxiety disorders (GAD, panic, social anxiety)
- Depression
- OCD
- Phobias
- PTSD
- Insomnia
- Anger issues
- Chronic stress
- Health anxiety
- Eating disorders