Cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy

Psychotherapy based on the notions according to which the behavior and feelings of a person are determined not by the specific situation in which he finds himself, but his perception of this situation is cognitively behavioral psychotherapy( PPC).Since it is not so important for us what is happening to us, it is more important that we think about it, then only our thoughts lie, as a rule, in the basis of our experiences and actions that follow them. As a rule, such thoughts are poorly understood, they are taken for granted or completely denied. Correction of such distortions or errors of thinking is directed at cognitive behavioral therapy, it helps to form the most adaptive behavior stereotypes.

What skills does this behavioral psychotherapy allow the patient to get?

The psychotherapy of this type is a short-term course, which consists of 10-20 sessions. The frequency of such sessions is 1-2 times per week. Cognitive-behavioral therapy includes behavioral and cognitive techniques.

In the process of treatment a person receives the following skills. Ability to identify thoughts that cause depression and anxiety;Evaluate negative thoughts with consideration of their realism and change them to the most constructive ones, which more accurately reflect reality, without provoking anxiety. They learn to normalize their lives and eliminate provoking factors( wrong way of life, chronic overload, etc.);Overcome shame for their anxiety, do not hide their problems from loved ones and enjoy the support of others;Maintain an active lifestyle.

When is it recommended to use cognitive behavioral psychotherapy?

PPC is used as a treatment for( highly effective) the following disorders. These are various phobias;Anxiety disorders and depression in children and adults;Painful conditions associated with loss, trauma or stress;Obsessive;Suicidal conditions;Panic disorder. Also fears;aggression;Eating disorders( excessive diet, overeating);Dependencies;Various pain syndromes;Excessive shyness.

PPC is used successfully in the treatment of the following physiological phenomena. Deterioration of vision;Frequent urination;Dizziness and headache;Respiratory disorders;Memory impairment, concentration of attention. Also fatigue;Restlessness;Increase or decrease in weight;Joint and muscle pain;Cardiovascular and gastrointestinal problems;Menstrual irregularities;Sexual dysfunction;Loss of libido;Vegetovascular disorders.

The basic principle of cognitive behavioral psychotherapy

The basic principle of this therapy is the primacy of cognition. The way we see different life situations, as we interpret them for ourselves, produces certain problematic physiological failures and feelings that are even more important for people, creating a circle of the negative state of the human psyche and the organism as a whole. A person, being in a depressed state, can become indifferent to people he loves, anxious, irritable, or "lazy", do not see the meaning of what he does, become less communicative, less productive, lose a sense of joy.

During the CPT, the therapist strives to determine the specific relationship between the psychological status of a person and the existing physical ailment and give the patient a reliable tool for influencing the negative mental state.

PPC is a structured, directive and relatively short-term treatment for various mental disorders, mild and severe. Between the patient and the therapist, cooperation is established and together they begin to build, test various hypotheses, coming to new solutions. The cognitive therapist does not resort to deep analysis of the past and does not try to guess the secrets of the subconscious. Through a series of experiments and techniques, the patient identifies possible erroneous beliefs that are presently available. With the consent of the patient, the specialist begins joint work on modifying the incorrect, as well as creating new constructive beliefs. As a result, a person begins to experience new positive emotions, and this leads to a change in the perception of previously problematic aspects of life, and to the most productive behavior.