Introduction Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used primarily in psychosocial settings for occupational therapy, however, it can also be used in other settings such as with pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics. Studies have shown to be effective with many conditions including depression, anxiety, and even insomnia. Theory Thoughts > Feelings > Behavior One’s thoughts, feelings, and … Read more
Background COVID-19. There have been many social media posts and articles on the silver linings of COVID-19 and its negative impacts. COVID-19 has had far-reaching effects on humanity and on society, economy, healthcare, public health, culture, politics, technology, religion, mental health, and more. News headlines often focus on the negative – infection rates, death counts, … Read more
A piece found on nature.com highlighted the existing and emerging technologies that allow clients to receive CBT through virtual means. Some include virtual reality and smartphone Apps. Some pros I can see are helping those with agoraphobia avoid anxiety with social situations. However, this may also isolate the same clients whose goals are to overcome … Read more