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Day: July 11, 2024

Check out our latest articles and news about CBT including information about mindfulness, acceptance, self-compassion, relationship problems, schema identification, dealing with urges, interpersonal communication and more. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a term used to describe a form of therapeutic treatment that combines strategies used in both cognitive and behavior therapies as well as other scientifically proven evidence-based treatments.

These treatments have demonstrated to be highly effective in alleviating a variety of struggles including: panic, social phobia, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety and rumination, eating disorders, marital distress, anger, chronic pain, and trauma. CBT helps individuals develop effective coping skills.

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Therapy for Body Grief

Body grief is the emotional and physical pain from changes in your body due to aging, illness, or injury. This article explains what body grief...

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The Science Behind Mindfulness Based Therapy

Mindfulness-based therapy has gained significant attention for its efficacy in mental health treatment. But what is the science behind mindfulness-based therapy? This article delves into...

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CPTSD and BPD: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

CPTSD and BPD are two mental health conditions often confused due to their overlapping symptoms. Understanding the differences between Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Borderline...

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Top Sex Therapy Techniques to Enhance Intimacy

Sex therapy techniques help address sexual concerns and improve intimacy. These methods, used by licensed therapists, can tackle issues like lack of desire and performance...

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Exploring Somatic Therapy Interventions

Somatic therapy interventions harness the body’s healing potential to address stress and trauma. With techniques that range from Somatic Experiencing to Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, discover how...

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Understanding the Grief Stages

Grief can be overwhelming. In this article, we explain the five stages of grief, also known as “grief stages,” and how they can help you...

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Effective and Practical DBT for ADHD Management

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers a structured approach to manage ADHD symptoms effectively, including the use of DBT for ADHD. Originally developed to treat borderline...

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Understanding Attachment Disorder in Adults

Attachment disorder in adults is a condition that stems from early life experiences and significantly impacts relationships and emotional well-being. It can result in difficulties...

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Best Family Therapy Approaches

Looking for the best family therapy approaches to improve your family dynamics? This article covers effective methods like Structural, Narrative, and Systemic therapies. Discover how...

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Understanding Delusional Disorder Somatic Type

Delusional disorder somatic type involves persistent false beliefs about bodily health. Despite contrary medical evidence, individuals believe they have serious physical ailments. This article explores...

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Does Online Trauma Therapy Work?

Does online trauma therapy work? Yes, and growing evidence supports its effectiveness. Research indicates online trauma therapy can significantly reduce symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and...

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DBT Couples Therapy Techniques & Benefits

Struggling with conflicts and intense emotions in your relationship? DBT couples therapy can help. This therapy combines cognitive-behavioral methods and mindfulness to manage emotions and...

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What Is Compassion Focused Therapy?

What is compassion focused therapy? It’s a psychological treatment that addresses mental health challenges by fostering self-compassion to alleviate feelings of shame and excessive self-criticism....

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Top Meditation and Mindfulness Techniques for Daily Practice

Struggling to find peace in a hectic world? Discover essential meditation and mindfulness techniques that you can easily integrate into your daily routine to reduce...

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