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Cognitive Behavioral Skills Group

Group therapy

What is CBT?

CBT is a widely used and evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is a goal-oriented therapeutic approach that aims to help individuals identify and modify negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress and impair functioning.

Some Benefits of CBT Group

Group Dynamics


  • Shared Experience: Participants in group CBT often share similar concerns or conditions, creating a sense of understanding and commonality.
  • Peer Support: Group members can provide each other with support, encouragement, and feedback.

Psychoeducation


  • Participants receive psychoeducation about the principles of CBT, including the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
  • Understanding common cognitive distortions and learning effective coping strategies is a key component

Skills Development


  • Group members learn and practice CBT skills together, such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, and stress management.
  • Skill-building exercises may be conducted both in-session and as homework assignments.

Normalization of Challenges


  • Group therapy normalizes challenges by illustrating that others face similar issues.
  • Sharing experiences helps reduce feelings of isolation and fosters a sense of community.

Interpersonal Learning


  • Group members have the opportunity to observe and learn from the experiences and coping strategies of their peers.
  • Interpersonal skills, such as effective communication and empathy, are often developed through group interactions.

Goal Setting


  • Group members collaboratively set and work towards individual goals, contributing to a sense of shared purpose.

Feedback and Reflection


  • Group members can provide feedback and reflections on each other’s experiences, fostering a culture of constructive support and insight.

Maintenance and Relapse Prevention


  • Group CBT often includes discussions on maintaining gains and preventing relapse, empowering participants to apply learned skills in the long term.

Curriculum​

Sessions are typically structured and follow a CBT curriculum that covers the following Core Principles of CBT:

Cognitive Restructuring:

  • Thought Awareness: Identifying automatic negative thoughts and cognitive distortions.
  • Challenging Negative Thoughts: Examining and challenging the accuracy of negative thought patterns.
  • Replacing Negative Thoughts: Substituting negative thoughts with more balanced and positive alternatives.

 Behavior Modification:

  • Behavioral Activation: Encouraging engagement in positive and rewarding activities.
  • Skill Building: Developing and practicing new coping skills.
Homework Assignments

Clients often engage in structured exercises and homework assignments between sessions to reinforce learning and apply new skills in real-life situations.

Goals

Symptom reduction, improved coping strategies, and enhanced overall well-being.

Sessions

Group meets weekly for 60 minutes via telehealth.