Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an effective form of psychological treatment that is practiced by many thousands of therapists worldwide. CBT theory suggests that our thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and behavior are all connected, and that what we think and do affects the way we feel.

What is CBT used for?

There are many emotional problems that CBT is used to treat. This includes disorders such as depression and anxiety (including generalized anxiety disorder, panic attacks and panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and dissociative disorders such as depersonalization and derealization, as well as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

How effective is CBT?

CBT is as effective or more effective than other genuine forms of therapy and is typically better than ‘treatment as usual’ (which often includes medication or check-ups with doctors) or doing nothing.

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? | Psychology Tools

What is CBT?