How Useful is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Posted on December 23rd, 2011 by ma

Because human beings are such complex creatures all problems that present in clinical settings have both cognitive and behavioral components. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT is a short-term talking treatment that has a highly practical approach to problem-solving. Its aim is to change patterns of thinking or behaviors that are behind people’s difficulties, and so change the way they feel. During the therapy time, the client and therapist are working together to understand what the problems are and to develop a new strategy to manage them. CBT can be an effective therapy for a number of problems such as: anger management, anxiety and panic attacks, child and adolescent problems, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, drug or alcohol problems, eating problems, and general health problems. CBT is highly effective for a number of disorders and it is important to note that cognitive behavioral therapy is unlikely to be effective in treating psychiatric problems caused solely by drug or alcohol abuse. But, CBT is not a miracle cure. The therapist needs to have considerable experience – and the client must be prepared to be persistent and open.

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