Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It helps identify patterns of thinking that may be contributing to distress and teaches practical tools to shift those patterns in more helpful directions. Through this process, clients learn how to respond differently to challenges, reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression, and build skills that support lasting change. CBT is often goal-oriented and collaborative, offering clear strategies that can be applied both in and outside of sessions.