Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is widely considered the most effective therapy for addressing negative thinking patterns. CBT helps you identify, challenge, and change negative thought patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
Here's how CBT works:
- Identify negative thoughts: You become aware of your automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) and how they affect your feelings and behaviors.
- Challenge the thoughts: You examine the evidence for and against your negative thoughts and learn to question their validity.
- Replace negative thoughts: You learn to replace negative thoughts with more realistic and positive ones.
CBT can be delivered through individual therapy, group therapy, or even self-help materials.
