COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)? CBT identifies and treats difficulties arising from an individual's irrational thinking, misperceptions, dysfunctional thoughts, and faulty learning.   It is a way of talking about: §         How you think about yourself, the world and other people §         How what you do affects your thoughts and feelings What are the goals of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?   The goals are to restructure one's thoughts, perceptions, and beliefs. Such restructuring facilitates behavioural and emotional change. During therapy, coping skills and abilities are assessed and further developed. What kinds of techniques are used in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy? Some specific techniques that the therapist may use include, but are not limited to: Challenging irrational beliefs Relaxation education and training Self monitoring Cognitive rehearsal Thought stopping Communication skills training Assertiveness skills training Social skills training Homework assignments