Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a newer form of psychotherapeutic practice.

Although CBT cannot solve deeper issues and emotional trauma for some patients, it is considered to be an effective remedy for a long list of mental health conditions.

This type of psychotherapy is generally short-term with a set number of sessions. CBT combines theory and techniques behind both cognitive and behavioral therapies.

The approach was created by examining the relationship between a person’s negative thoughts, fears, behaviors, and physical responses to various experiences.

Cognitive behavioral therapy has shown to be effective in treating several different cognitive disorders including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders, and severe mental illnesses.