Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Produces Results In Short Time

By Stephen Schmidt


There is a practical type of therapy that sets and reaches a goal in a short time. It succeeds by changing incorrect beliefs the patient accepts as being true. These wrong beliefs might be stopping him from seeing the truth. Through cognitive behavioral therapy the patient in New Jersey can resolve issues.

CBT is explained as a short-term psychotherapy. It identifies the problem and determines how to change it. People have inaccurate beliefs and do not realize that by changing those beliefs, they can overcome the problem.

The therapy is headed for success when the patient recognizes the wrong belief is damaging. Then she can set a goal and go on to achieve it. If she feels she can never be successful, she will be dispel that incorrect belief.

The CBT therapist helps her identify the wrong belief she holds. If she cannot apply for a good job it might be that she does not believe she is good enough. Once that negative belief is changed to a positive one, she will know that she can not only get the job, but be good at it.

The first appointment identifies the disorder the patient feels is impacting his life. There is no exploring past events. CBT is concerned with how the patient feels currently. Therapy finds the best way to resolve whatever troubles him.

One example deals with fear of dogs. People love dogs, unless they have been bitten. If that fear prevents the client from continuing a relationship with a dog owner, it can be overcome. The client may never get to the point where she adores the pooch. However, she can learn to accept having the pet in her life without dislike or fear.

The course of therapy correcting the belief that all dogs are to be feared starts with a discussion about them. Looking at a movie or book about canines might be next. Then her first homework will be assigned. It is driving to a dog park, sitting in the car and seeing how dogs and owners enjoy playing together with the dogs off-leash.

The next assignment may be to walk down the street and pass a dog being walked on a leash. She may be advised not to look into the dogs eyes as some dogs feel that as a threat. Finally, she might feel able to visit a friend who owns a small dog and pet it.

Homework assignments are used as an integral part of CBT. The patient will be advised about that during the first appointment. Visiting the local humane society will be one of those assignments. She may learn to empathize with dogs longing to be adopted and go to their forever homes. Being close to them may no longer feel threatening.

Soon she may reach the goal of being able to tolerate her partners dog. She may even learn to like the pet after some time passes. Most importantly, she will not reject her partner just because he loves and intends to keep his beloved dog.




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