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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy


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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.


Last Updated: January 12, 2011
Medical Review:
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine

Lisa S. Weinstock, MD - Psychiatry


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