Negative Core Beliefs in CBT
In this video from a recent Beck Institute workshop, Dr. Aaron Beck discusses the effects of unhelpful core beliefs. When […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/negative-core-beliefs-in-cbt/
How CBT Therapists Help Clients with Real-Life Problems—Even Terrible Ones
A common myth is that the entire premise of CBT is that clients’ distress is related to their distorted cognitions. So how does CBT help individuals whose cognitions are accurate, reflecting real-life problems?
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/how-cbt-therapists-help-clients-with-real-life-problems-even-terrible-ones/
From Relapse to Recovery: How CBT Saved My Life
Beck Institute faculty member Dr. Patrick McElwaine shares his personal story of recovery from addiction and the journey that led him to CBT.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/from-relapse-to-recovery-how-cbt-saved-my-life/
CBT for Weight Management: Why Exercise Is Essential for Weight Loss and Maintenance
A recent study found that physical activity is a significant predictor of weight loss maintenance; and CBT can help clients start and stick to an exercise plan.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/cbt-for-weight-management-why-exercise-is-essential-for-weight-loss-and-maintenance/
Cognitive Therapy is Helping Veterans
Guest Blogger: John Milwee, Psy.D., Veterans Administration therapist and Beck Institute alumnus Veterans returning from the conflicts in Afghanistan and […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/cognitive-therapy-is-helping-veterans/
Mood Disorders: Effects of Intensive CBT
A recent study in the Journal of Psychiatric Practice found that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions used in an intensive […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/mood-disorders-effects-of-intensive-cbt/
The Theoretical Evolution of CBT
In this video from a recent Beck Institute Workshop, Dr. Aaron Beck discusses the evolution of cognitive theory. Dr. Beck […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/the-theoretical-evolution-of-cbt/
CBT Relieves Chronic Back Pain
In a recent study, published in the February 26, 2010 issue of The Lancet, 701 patients with chronic back pain […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/cbt-relieves-chronic-back-pain/
Learning Resilience at a Young Age
No matter the age, a person’s emotions can be pulled down by small disappointments being made to feel like disasters. […]
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/learning-resilience-at-a-young-age/
Meet Our Experts
Shelby Arnold, PhD | Judith S. Beck, PhD | Deborah Beck Busis, LCSW Francine Broder, PsyD | Sofia M. Chernoff, […]
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Press Room
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Recalling Recent Experiences in Session
I do many things at the beginning of therapy sessions, one of which is to ask patients about their experiences […]
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Protecting Self: Part One
Clients sometimes use specific strategies to protect themselves from perceived threats or cope with emotional distress. Dr. Morgan Hagner explains how to conceptualize these behaviors and use CBT strategies to intervene.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/protecting-self-part-one/
CBT Interventions for Social Undermining: Helping Clients Stay on Track to Meet Their Health Goals
Wellness Coach Deborah Beck Busis, LCSW, discusses CBT strategies that can help when negative comments from friends and family that threaten to derail clients’ personal health journeys.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/cbt-interventions-for-social-undermining/
The Evolution of the Strong Black Woman Schema
Beck Institute faculty member Dr. Ariel Nickie Davies explores the impact of current events on the Strong Black Woman Schema.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/the-evolution-of-the-strong-black-woman-schema/
CBT Strategies to Promote Health and Wellness
When clients have health-related goals like improving their nutrition, exercise, and sleep, cognitive and behavioral strategies can support lasting change and overall wellbeing.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/cbt-strategies-to-promote-health-and-wellness/
Beck Institute and The Australian Clinical Psychology Association
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CBT Training for Organizations
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Training for Professionals
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“It’s So Unfair!”
When clients get caught up in unhelpful thinking cycles, mindfulness can help them refocus their attention so they can focus on their values.
https://beckinstitute.org/blog/its-so-unfair/