Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of therapy that focuses on understanding and altering thoughts and behaviors that are impacting one’s well-being. Treatment focuses on identifying faulty thought patterns that are causing distress and replacing them with more flexible and realistic ways of thinking.

Strategies to change thinking patterns typically involve recognizing distortions in thinking, developing enhanced coping skills, and better understanding the motivations of self and others. CBT treatment also involves changing problematic behavioral patterns through exposure, role play, and mindfulness techniques. The therapist and client work collaboratively to identify goals and strategies to help the client develop more effective ways of coping.