The term "cognitive therapy" is also known as "cognitive behaviour therapy." Cognitive behavioural therapy addresses negative thoughts. Our "emotions" and "behaviour" are influenced by our thoughts. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are all interconnected and that by changing the way we think, we can change the way we feel and behave.

Cognitive therapy was developed in the 1960s by Aaron Beck, a psychiatrist who was searching for a more effective treatment for depression.

Cognitive therapy's fundamental principles are  based on the idea that our thoughts and beliefs influence our emotions and behaviours. As a result, by altering our thoughts and beliefs, we can alter how we feel and behave. Cognitive therapy is a collaborative process between the therapist and the client that aims to identify and change negative thought and behaviour patterns.

After completion of this course, the you will know how to identify when someone is dealing with negative thoughts and emotions and how to treat them. You will be able to learn: techniques, the negative cycle, client stability, goals, ways to untwist someone's thinking, behavioural action, maladaptive thoughts, principled aims, and Socratic questions. A checklist of activities is also included. 

One of the benefits of cognitive therapy is that it is a short-term, goal-oriented therapy that is typically completed in 12-20 sessions. It is also a structured and systematic approach that can be easily adapted to the needs of the individual client. Cognitive therapy has been shown to be as effective as medication in treating depression and anxiety, and it has fewer side effects.

Cognitive therapy has been found to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health conditions and has fewer side effects than medication. If you are struggling with negative thoughts and behaviors, cognitive therapy may be a helpful treatment option to consider.