What are the Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches positive coping strategies to deal with various problems. These include depression, anxiety, domestic woes, trauma, drug or alcohol abuse, and any of the behaviors and modes of thinking that frequently bring you down. This therapeutic process is clinically proven effective and an excellent alternative to other treatments, including the medication-based.

Our friendly, caring team at Blue Elk Family Clinic, led by experienced licensed mental health counselor associate Misty Sanchez, is dedicated to your health and happiness. So, contact us today to explore your options, or pay us a visit in Nashville, IN for an in-person consultation.

CBT can help you develop healthy coping strategies

The overall goal is to help you recognize harmful thought patterns and coping strategies so that you can halt them in their tracks, which may sound difficult at first. But like any other learned routine, practice can make it much easier to exert control over these mental intrusions.

CBT is scientifically proven to assist patients in dealing with their emotions and improving their psychological well-being. The methods have been time-tested and forged through research and clinical practice, which is why we’re excited to make CBT a cornerstone of your treatment.

It’s developed around the principle that psychological problems can be caused or made worse by faulty thinking patterns. This creates a vicious cycle in which one’s thoughts send them down a deeper, darker path that may seem inescapable. And therein lies the problem – sufferers can become trapped by their mindset.

Another tenet of CBT: detrimental thinking leads to detrimental behaviors. And without proper guidance, some people become locked into their unhealthy habits, perpetuating self-destructive tendencies. But it doesn’t have to be so, and you can begin your journey toward mental, physical, and spiritual wellness by reaching out to Misty Sanchez, LMHC-A, today at Blue Elk Family Clinic in Nashville, IN.

Reclaim your peace of mind

By adopting healthier coping strategies, long-time sufferers can find relief. As a result, you can not only regain your peace of mind but also become more effective at (and find more pleasure in) the things you do, from work to school to leisure activities. And you’ll enjoy a happier, healthier future with all the benefits that accompany a bright, can-do attitude.

Additionally, you’ll learn how to focus on what’s to come, rather than the past, and how to move on from former troubles. You’ll gain new confidence, calmness, and an ability to reevaluate and find new ways to deal with trying times or situations. And you’ll be imbued with the feeling that you’re in control of your life and your feelings – because you really will be.

Reach out to us today for a healthier and happier future

There are multiple methods to improve your mindset and alter your behaviors for the better. And we proudly offer a comprehensive, multi-faceted, personalized treatment plan. So, as we formulate your recovery, we’ll account for the many factors that can improve your outcome, including (among others) your current medical status and history, the obstacles you face, and your lifestyle.

And we’re excited to help lead you on this journey toward long-lasting happiness. So, contact us at Blue Elk Family Clinic, or pay us a visit in Nashville, IN to find out how Misty Sanchez, LMHC-A, and our caring team can best serve you!