What is an example of a CBT treatment?


Let’s say someone named Maya feels anxious every morning before work. She often thinks, “What if I make a mistake and everyone judges me?”

In Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), the therapist helps her see how these thoughts create her feelings and actions.

  • Identify the thought – Maya notices her worry, “I will fail today.”
  • Challenge the thought – The therapist asks her to find facts that support or disprove it.
  • Replace the thought – She changes it to, “I’ve done well before, I can do well again.”
  • Practice a new behavior – She starts her tasks calmly and takes breaks to reset.

After a few sessions, Maya’s confidence grows and her anxiety lowers.

This simple process - notice, question, and change unhelpful thoughts - is a clear example of CBT treatment.

At Vive Wellness Therapy, we believe healing starts with understanding your thoughts and emotions. We offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy like CBT to help you manage anxiety, build confidence, and feel balanced again. Our goal is to help you live mindfully, not just manage symptoms.

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