Cognitive/Behavioural & Narrative Therapy

CBT focuses on bringing to light unhelpful cognitive distortions and problematic behaviours in understanding psychological disturbances. The goal aims at developing more effective coping strategies. 

CBT is heavily based in the cause and effect aspect of our thoughts and behaviours. It posits that our thoughts influence our feelings, our feelings influence our behaviour, and our behaviour influences our thoughts. Through the use of tracking, recording, and various other self-monitoring tools, this approach aims to replace maladaptive coping skills, cognitions, emotions, and behaviours with more adaptive ones. 

Narrative approaches in CBT involve using story and letter writing as a tool to reprocess painful thoughts and memories – making it particularly effective when used in the treatment of PTSD.