Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidenced- based approach which operates from the basic premise that our thoughts influence how we feel and behave. The interventions usually track negative thoughts and distorted beliefs about ones’ self while systematically challenging these concepts. This typically results in developing more rational and accurate beliefs of the self, consequently bringing relief to long-standing problems. It is usually short-term and helps with depression, anxiety, insomnia and relational difficulties. It’s particularly useful for phobias, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive symptoms and social anxiety.
Mindfulness based CBT Practice
Almost all therapies are now encouraging mindfulness practices as part of the work. But the original mindfulness movement began as part of a cognitive-behavioral practice, known as DBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy. As part of this work you will learn how to regulate overwhelming emotions, change unwanted behavior and improve communication skills. These life skills are incorporated in the treatment while mindfulness techniques are taught and practiced both in session and between sessions. The goals include reducing stress while increasing feelings of happiness; increasing your ability to focus attention and decrease your reactivity to triggering events and personal interactions.
