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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts by evaluating and changing negative or irrational beliefs. It rests on the idea that thoughts and perceptions influence behavior. CBT helps identify and change thought patterns that contribute to psychological distress.


The goal of CBT is to help you adapt and change your mindset and behaviors by reassessing distorted thought patterns. It is appropriate for people of all ages, including children, adolescents, and adults. Evidence has shown that CBT can address numerous conditions, such as major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and many others.


A typical course of CBT is around 5 to 20 sessions of about 50 minutes, lasting six months to one year or more.  In the case of Brief Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (BCBT), therapy is condensed into a shorter time (2-3 months), making it a more accessible option for individuals who may not be able to commit to a longer course of therapy.

Anxiety & Stress Management

Learn practical CBT strategies for managing anxiety, reduce symptoms, and improve your quality of life with evidence-based anxiety treatment approaches. Anxiety and stress management is the process of coping with feelings of fear, worry, or nervousness that can interfere with your daily life. Anxiety and stress management can help you reduce your symptoms, improve your well-being, and enhance your performance.


Stress is a normal response to any demand or challenge that you face. It can be positive or negative, depending on how you perceive and cope. Stress can also affect your physical health, causing problems like headaches, insomnia, or digestive issues.  Stress management is using various techniques to reduce the adverse effects of stress and increase your resilience. 

Depression Treatment

CBT for depression helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that worsen mood. It teaches skills like behavioral activation, problem-solving, and cognitive restructuring to increase rewarding activities, reduce avoidance, and build healthier thinking patterns—leading to improved mood and functioning. 

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