The Integrative Health and Wellbeing Program offers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). In CBT, patients work with a therapist to identify negative patterns of thought about themselves or their environment. Together, they also develop rational behavioral responses to those beliefs.
Cognitive behavioral therapy has several benefits, including:
Improved mood
Enhanced self-awareness and mindfulness
Improved self-regulation
Enhanced communication skills
Development of relaxation techniques
Improved problem-solving skills
Greater confidence and self-esteem
Better health behaviors
Who Can Benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
Several psychological and behavioral health conditions can be treated effectively with CBT, including but not limited to:
Depression
Anxiety
Eating Disorders
Marital problems
Headaches
Insomnia
Chronic Pain
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Trauma
What to Expect During a CBT Session
Cognitive behavioral thera apy is brief, structured version of talk therapy. It typically involves weekly sessions that last between 45 minutes to an hour. The sessions occur for approximately 12 weeks.
During the first session, the therapist conducts a thorough assessment of the symptoms and works with the patient to develop specific, attainable goals for the therapy. As it progresses, the sessions will feature the following characteristics:
Education about the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviors
Assessment of functional and dysfunctional behaviors
Empathic connection
Safe, non-judgmental environment
Collaborative relationship
Exploration of present-day negative perceptions
Didactic training in new skills
Role-playing to practice learned skills
Homework that helps apply new skills to everyday life
Training in relaxation
Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about our CBT sessions.