Cognitive behavioral therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective and widely used form of psychotherapy based on the assumption that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are interconnected and influence each other. CBT assumes that it is not only external events that determine our emotions and actions, but also the way in which we interpret and evaluate these events.

A central aspect of cognitive behavioral therapy is the identification and change of unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs. Clients learn to recognize and question their automatic thoughts and inner dialogues in order to break through negative thought patterns and develop more realistic and helpful perspectives.

CBT also focuses on changing problematic behaviors and developing new coping strategies. Clients learn to analyze their behavioral patterns and try out alternative courses of action in order to achieve their goals and deal constructively with stressful situations.

Overall, it can be said that CBT takes an active and solution-oriented approach that aims to change the patterns of thought and behavior that can lead to emotional problems and mental illness. By developing new thinking and behavioral strategies, clients can learn to deal better with stressful situations and sustainably improve their well-being.