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Positive CBT

Positive cognitive-behavioral therapy, or positive CBT is the integration of positive psychology applications within the cognitive-behavioral therapy model.

Homework in CBT

How to Design Homework in CBT That Will Engage Your Clients

Homework assignments have been a central feature of the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) process since the 1970s (Kazantzis, 2005). Take-home assignments provide the opportunity to transfer [...]

Thought diary

What Is a Thought Diary in CBT? 5 Templates and Examples

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is based on the central tenet that our thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs determine how we feel and behave (Edelman, 2018). And [...]

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Thought Records in CBT: 7 Examples and Templates

The idea that our thoughts determine how we feel and behave is the cornerstone of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The good news is that by helping [...]

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Catastrophizing and Decatastrophizing: A Comprehensive Guide

If your imagination has ever run amok, dragging you through a repeat cycle of worst possible scenarios, then you likely understand the concept of ‘catastrophizing.’ [...]

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16 Decatastrophizing Tools, Worksheets, and Role-Plays

In moments of panic, we often assume the worst will happen. However, when we continually overestimate the likelihood of disaster and doubt our ability to cope, [...]

best therapy podcasts

20 Most Inspiring Podcasts for Therapists

While psychotherapists come from many different backgrounds and practice in various settings, they all benefit from initial and ongoing training. Podcasts provide a valuable and [...]

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What Is a Functional Analysis of Behavior in CBT?

Behaviors do not occur in isolation. In order to change a behavior, we need to understand why we act that way in the first place. [...]

What Is Cognitive Bias? 7 Examples & Resources (Incl. Codex)

We are often presented with situations in life when we need to make a decision with imperfect information, and we unknowingly rely on prejudices or [...]

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5 REBT Techniques, Worksheets & Exercises

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a style of short-term Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) that was developed in the 1950s by a doctor named Albert Ellis [...]

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What Is Mental Contrasting and How Can We Benefit From It?

If you’ve ever wondered… What’s with all the hype about positive thinking? … you’re not alone. Self-help movements have touted the benefits of visualization and [...]

3 Positive CBT Exercises (PDF)