a man greatly benefits in addiction treatment from cognitive behavioral therapy

What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a common form of psychological treatment that successfully treats mental health issues such as depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug addictions, marital problems, eating disorders, and other severe mental illnesses. Cognitive-behavioral treatment is not for everybody. However, it can be extremely helpful for many. If you have questions about CBT…

a woman uses cbt for drug addiction under the advice of her therapist

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Drug Addiction

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is now considered a standard method of treatment for drug addiction. It’s particularly effective in cases where individuals demonstrate specific ways of thinking and behavioral patterns that lead to a reliance on a substance. For example, anxiety or depression often lead to drinking due to alcohol’s depressing (that is, non-stimulating) effects. Alcohol, or…