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CBT Psychotherapy is good to treat depression, anxiety and related stress disorders. Some patients suggest that while they recognize that certain thoughts are not rational or healthy, simply becoming aware of these thoughts does not make it easy to alter them. CBT doesn't tend to focus on potential underlying unconscious resistances to change as much as other approaches such as psychoanalytic psychotherapy. It is important to note that CBT does not just involve identifying these thought patterns; it is focused on using a wide range of strategies to help clients overcome these thoughts. Such strategies may include journaling, role-playing, relaxation techniques, and mental distractions Uses of Cognitive Behavior Therapy Cognitive behavior therapy has been used to treat people suffering from a wide range of disorders, including: ∎ Anxiety ∎ Phobias ∎ Depression ∎ Addictions ∎ Eating disorders ∎ Panic attacks ∎ Anger ∎ OCD The Process of Cognitive Behavior Therapy ∎ During the process of CBT, the therapist tends to take a very active role. CBT is highly goal-oriented and focused, and the client and therapist work together as collaborators toward the mutually established goals. ∎ The therapist will typically explain the process in detail and the client will often be given homework to complete between sessions. ∎ Cognitive-behavior therapy can be effectively used as a short-term treatment centered on helping the client deal with a very specific problem

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