aims to identify irrational and negative thoughts which lead to depression, replacing them with positive ones
What are the four components of cbt?
Initial assessment
Goal setting
Identifying + challenging irrational thoughts
Homework
How does cbt apply Beck's explanation?
Identify negative thoughts in relation to themselves, their world, and their future (negative triad)
Discuss the validity of irrational thoughts/cognitive biases
Set homework to challenge these thoughts
What is the homework aspect of cbt?
challenge negative thoughts with application to daily life (e.g, completing an activity that you used to enjoy or doing something you have been putting off such as booking a doctor's appointment)
How long does cbt typically last?
6-20 sessions with each session lasting 30-60 minutes
