Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a type of brief psychotherapy based on the notion that the way we think about a something affects our emotions. It focuses on current thinking and behavior rather than past experiences and is orientated towards problem solving. CBT has been applied to a broad range of problems including depression, anxiety, panic, eating disorders, substance abuse and personality disorder. It has been used effectively with both children and adults.

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