Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is a short-term, problem-focused form of behavioral treatment that helps people see the relationships between thoughts, feelings and behaviors, in order to change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior.

CBT is grounded in the belief that it is a person’s perception of events – rather than the events themselves – that determines how they will feel and act in response.

CBT can help with:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Phobias
• Insomnia
• Disordered eating

CBT sessions are structured to address the unhelpful thoughts that contribute to negative emotions.  Handouts, in session exercises and homework are often part of CBT treatment.