Sometimes I hear that cognitive behavioral therapy is formulaic. It can also seem overly standardized, routine, or one-size-fits-none. Cognitive behavioral therapy is actually a very adaptable ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. In today’s column, I am continuing my ongoing and in-depth ...

Relationship distress can stir up a lot of emotions: anger, fear, sadness, and disgust. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) teaches us that many emotions result from “automatic thoughts” or thoughts that ...

Automatic thoughts, also known as distorted thoughts, are involuntary ideas that surface spontaneously. They often stem from subjective interpretations about ourselves, others, or the situations ...

CBT aims to help individuals identify and challenge negative thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety and distress. Individuals may have unhelpful beliefs or assumptions about the meaning or ...

Cognitive restructuring is a technique that helps people change the way they think. It is part of numerous types of psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Cognitive restructuring ...