Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy treatment that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. This evidenced based treatment has decades of research to support that this is the gold standard treatment for a variety of psychological disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar, and more. It’s based on the premise that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. By altering the way we think, and changing the way we act, we can improve the way we feel and generally live a life that is in alignment with your values. CBT is structured yet flexible, goal-oriented, and typically short-term, making it an efficient and effective approach.
You can learn more about CBT for Youth and CBT for Adults.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy is an evidence based therapy, grounded in science, that focuses on changing the way we act, think, and feel to improve the way we live. It’s the gold standard treatment for a variety of mental health diagnoses across the lifespan, including anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, OCD, personality disorders, eating disorders and bipolar disorder.
- Treatment is often focused on changing both patterns of thought and behavior. This is done so by first recognizing the pattern, gaining an understanding of motivating factors, using problem-solving skills and gaining a better sense of confidence in one’s own abilities. To target behavioral changes, CBT often encourages patients to face fears instead of avoid, role play, and learn to calm oneself in times of distress. As CBT experts, our therapists are genuine, compassionate, and we collaborate with each patient to make sure we are working on what is most important to you.
CBT differs from other therapies as CBT addresses present day challenges, is goal oriented, and is typically short term. We want each patient to live a life that is meaningful- we look at what actively gets in the way of meeting your personal goals, develop a plan with you to target these challenges, and measure your progress along the way.
The length of CBT treatment varies depending on certain factors such as the patient’s engagement, willingness, and motivation. While some treatments last longer, the average length of CBT treatments is around 12-20 sessions.
Yes, CBT can absolutely be provided effectively via telehealth and there is research to prove such. The effectiveness of virtual CBT therapy may vary by patient.
Yes, CBT is an evidence based therapy with extensive research demonstrating its effectiveness for a wide range of ages and common to complex psychological disorders.
Our CBT therapists have doctorate degrees in psychology and extensive training in CBT from reputable organizations including the Beck Institute. Some of our therapists are certified in CBT meaning they have proven through video recordings and case studies that they exhibit the highest level of adherence to deliver effective CBT.
