Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps individuals understand how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. Great Care Health Services serves adults in Nashville and across Tennessee by offering CBT as part of personalized mental healthcare. CBT is used to treat concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use, and may be provided through individual or group therapy. Adults interested in practical tools for improving emotional well-being can request an in-person or virtual appointment by calling Great Care Health Services or completing the online booking form.

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

CBT is a structured, evidence-based form of psychotherapy that helps people understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and replacing them with healthier, more balanced ones that support emotional well-being.

CBT has been widely studied and proven to be effective for many mental health conditions. Research shows it can reduce symptoms, improve coping skills, and help prevent relapse, long after therapy ends.

What conditions can CBT help treat?

CBT is one of the most widely used forms of therapy due to its grounded approach and consistent effectiveness. It’s suitable for most mental health issues, including:

• Anxiety
• Mood disorders, like depression
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Bipolar disorder 
• Grief
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Postpartum depression 
• Substance use disorder 

CBT can also help with chronic stress, sleep problems, and challenges with emotional regulation. Because it’s goal-oriented and practical, it works well for people facing everyday mental health struggles.

How does CBT work?

CBT focuses on the present rather than the past. During sessions, patients learn how certain thoughts can trigger emotional reactions and behaviors. Therapists then help patients practice new ways of thinking and responding to stress. Over time, these skills lead to lasting improvements in mood and daily functioning.

Great Care Health Services delivers CBT in a supportive, patient-centered environment. The team personalizes treatment plans, meaning therapy goals are based on each individual’s needs, challenges, and strengths. 

While CBT includes discussion, it’s also action-oriented. You may practice coping strategies, work on problem-solving skills, or complete simple exercises between sessions. These activities help reinforce what you learn in therapy and encourage real-world application.

CBT may be provided through individual therapy or incorporated into group therapy sessions. It often works best when combined with other services; for example, medication can help stabilize symptoms, making the CBT skills more effective. Providers collaborate closely to ensure care is well-coordinated.

Is CBT available through telehealth?

CBT can be just as effective via secure telehealth as in person. Great Care Health Services offers both options, making it easier for patients to access high-quality care.

CBT may be a good fit if you want practical tools to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. To see if CBT can offer the support you need, call Great Care Health Services today or use the online booking feature to request an appointment.