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Cognitive behavioral therapy may support you in identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and behaviors that affect mood, self-perception, and overall life outlook. Keeping a journal is a ...

CBT thought records are practical tools for identifying and challenging unhelpful thoughts, enabling clients to shift toward healthier, more balanced perspectives. Therapists can incorporate them into ...

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