CBT for Addiction: A Path to Healing and Recovery C ognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a powerful and widely-used therapeutic approach for treating a variety of conditions, including addiction. At Bridging the Tys to Jordan (BTTJ), we utilize CBT as a core component of our comprehensive treatment plans. This article provides an overview of CBT, its effectiveness in addiction treatment, and how it can help you on your journey to recovery. What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? CBT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The central idea is that
our thoughts influence our feelings, and our feelings, in turn, affect our behaviors. In the context of addiction, CBT aims to help individuals identify and change negative or unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to substance use or other addictive behaviors.
How Does CBT Work in Addiction Treatment? CBT works by helping clients:
Identify Triggers: Clients learn to recognize the situations, thoughts, feelings, or people that trigger cravings or lead to substance use. Challenge Negative Thoughts: CBT helps individuals examine and challenge the negative or distorted thoughts that often accompany addiction. These might include beliefs like, “I can’t cope without [substance],” or “I’m a failure.”
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