Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Alternate Terms:- Cognitive Behavior Therapy
- CBT
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of counseling that focuses on modifying certain thoughts and behavior patterns to control the symptoms of a condition. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is used to treat a variety of problems, including stress, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, eating disorders, ongoing (chronic) pain, and chronic fatigue syndrome.
| Author: | Jeannette Curtis |
| Medical Review: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Catherine D. Serio, PhD - Behavioral Health Peter Hauser, MD - Psychiatry Lisa S. Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry |
| Last Updated: March 21, 2007 | |
© 1995-2012 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise discalims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use.