Cognitive behavioral therapy

/ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv bɪˈheɪv.jɚ.əl ˈθɛɹ.ə.pi/ noun

Definition

An evidence-based psychotherapy that treats problems by modifying dysfunctional thinking patterns and maladaptive behaviors.

Etymology

From Latin 'cognitio' (knowledge) + 'behavior' + Greek 'therapeia' (healing). Developed by Aaron Beck in the 1960s.

Kelly Says

CBT is therapy that fixes how you think AND what you do — change the negative thought patterns, change the feelings. It's one of the most researched treatments ever.

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