“Does CBT work for depressive disorder?”
I was diagnosed with depressive disorder. Does CBT work for depressive disorder?
16 Answers
Hi, creative and somatic therapies can be incredibly effective for managing depression and alleviating symptoms. The length of treatment depends on your unique goals and needs. If you are in the United States then you can search for a provider who is licensed in your state. If you are within California - I have availability to accept new clients - please visit www.sylvansart.com for more information and to contact me directly.
Here is another textbook answer taken from a government source: "Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most evidence-based psychological interventions for the treatment of several psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety disorders, somatoform disorder, and substance use disorder. The uses are recently extended to psychotic disorders, behavioral medicine, marital discord, stressful life situations, and many other clinical conditions." (see online source below). Keep in mind that most conditions are best supported by psychotherapy AND psychopharmacology together with other things too such as mediation, walking in nature etc. as decided by the needs and desires of the patient in concordance with a licensed mental health care professional.
Online source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7001356/
Online source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7001356/
Yes. CBT methods are very beneficial for treating depressive disorders.
Yes, it is one of the best studied.
Yes, it does
While every individual's experience with depression may differ, CBT has shown promising results in numerous studies. It offers a structured approach that focuses on tangible goals and techniques tailored to each person's unique needs.
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, reaching out to a trained therapist who specializes in CBT can be an important step towards finding relief and building resilience. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and there are professionals ready to support you on your path to recovery.
If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, reaching out to a trained therapist who specializes in CBT can be an important step towards finding relief and building resilience. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and there are professionals ready to support you on your path to recovery.
Yes, it does!
CBT has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of mood disorders, including depression. The therapy focuses on identifying and reframing unhelpful thoughts that maintain or reinforce mental health issues. Best Regards, Dr. Jennifer Daffon, PsyD daffoncounseling@gmail.com www.emotesy.com
Like a charm
By and large, CBT seems to be as efficacious as ADM in the treatment of depression. Two studies found that CBT did less well than either ADM or other psychotherapy among more severely depressed patients.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most evidence-based psychological interventions for the treatment of several psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety disorders, somatoform disorder, and substance use disorder.
CBT can be very helpful for depression. CBT can help address triggers for depression
Yes. The best treatment plan for depressive disorder would have you treated by a psychiatrist as well as a psychologist. The psychiatrist will determine if medication is appropriate and the psychologist can often help with CBT or other forms of therapy.
Jennifer L. Livingstone
Counselor/Therapist | Mental Health
Yes! CBT has been shown to be very effective for depression.
Yes! Absolutely!
CBT is great for treating depression. It offers multiple ways to treat depression. I use it to help clients become aware of how they attach negative meaning to people, events, and themselves. With CBT, once you become familiar with the automatic cognitive distortions you have (thoughts not always based on reality), you can choose to attach healthier meaning to things.
