Cognitive Behavioral Therapy At Optimal Mind Psychiatry in McDonough, GA
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective psychotherapy for various mental health conditions like anxiety, panic, depression, addiction, and eating disorders. It can be used alone or in combination with other treatments, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for patients.
CBT sessions aim to shift behavior from negative to positive. With your Optimal Mind Psychiatry therapist, you'll tailor the treatment plan for your journey.
CBT unfolds in both personal and group therapy landscapes. The primary objective is empowering you to recognize negative thought or behavior patterns and replacing them with positive ones for a brighter, happier life.
At Optimal Mind Psychiatry, initial sessions focus on genuine expression of feelings to identify roots of negative thoughts and emotions. CBT uses a goal-oriented approach, incorporating homework, tasks, journaling, and engaging activities to reinforce progress made in therapy sessions.
In essence, CBT strives for these aims:
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Spot the negative aspects in your life
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Be mindful of your thoughts in those situations
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Recognize negative thought patterns
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Reshape negativity for a clearer approach
How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy works
Cognitive behavioral therapy can help people overcome a number of challenging emotional issues, such as:
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Dealing with grief or loss
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Overcoming trauma from abuse
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Coping with medical issues
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Coping with mental health issues
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Managing chronic pain
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Resolution of relationship issues
Cognitive behavioral therapy can also be useful when dealing with the normal stress of day-to-day life and help you manage your emotions better.
What can cognitive behavioral therapy treat?
How long does CBT last?
The length of time spent in this type of therapy is highly dependent on every individual’s specific needs and situation. In most cases, cognitive behavioral therapy is considered a short-term therapy with a typical course ranging from 12-24 weeks.
Factors that can influence how long cognitive behavioral therapy lasts include:
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How quickly you make positive progress
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How long you’ve had your symptoms
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The exact disorder being treated
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How severe your symptoms are