Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT is a short-term, problem-focused form of behavioral treatment that helps people see the difference between beliefs, thoughts, and feelings and frees them from unhelpful patterns of behavior. If you're seeking cognitive behavioral therapy in New Jersey, our practice provides specialized care to help you overcome various challenges.
CBT is grounded in the belief that it is a person’s perception of events
Rather than the events themselves — that determines how he or she will feel and act in response. Working with a behavioral therapist trained in CBT techniques can help reshape these perceptions and behaviors for a better quality of life.
Most people with clearly defined behavioral and emotional concerns tend to reap the benefits of CBT therapy. If any of the Below issues resonate with you, we encourage you to try cognitive behavioral therapy.
With CBT, you’ll be able to adjust the thoughts that directly influence your emotions and behavior. This adjustment process is referred to as cognitive reconstructing, which happens through different CBT techniques.
If you're experiencing any of these scenarios and other related concerns, individual therapy may be right for you.
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Phobias
- Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Substance dependency
- Persistent pain
- Disordered eating
- Sexual issues
- Anger management issues
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Some CBT techniques are:
- Journalling
- Challenging beliefs
- Relaxation
- Meditation
- Mindfulness
- Social, physical, and thinking exercises
Cognitive behavioral therapy in New Jersey is much more than sitting and talking about whatever comes to mind during a session. CBT sessions are structured to ensure that the therapist and the person in treatment are focused on the different goals of each session, which in turn ensures that every session is productive.
If you or someone you know would benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy, please contact us at the Empowerment Center today. Our licensed counselors would be happy to speak with you about how they may be able to help.