Rewriting the Script: How CBT Helps You Change Thought Patterns

Jessica LaJoie
Apr 22
2 min read

What Is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, practical form of therapy that helps you become more aware of your thinking patterns, especially the ones that undermine your well-being—like self-doubt, catastrophizing, or all-or-nothing thinking.

Together, we’ll explore how those thoughts influence your emotions and behaviors. Then, using gentle questioning and proven strategies, you’ll begin to:

Recognize unhelpful thought patterns
Challenge them with curiosity and compassion
Shift toward more accurate, balanced thoughts
Feel better—and act in ways that align with your goals

CBT Is More Than “Positive Thinking”

Let’s be real—CBT isn’t about slapping a smiley face on your problems or forcing yourself to “just think happy thoughts.” This work is about real empowerment.

CBT gives you practical tools to:

Address anxiety without being controlled by it
Challenge inner critics and build self-worth
Break the cycle of avoidance, guilt, or overthinking
Handle everyday stress with more clarity
Reframe setbacks without spiraling into self-blame

It’s not about pretending everything is okay—it’s about seeing things clearly, and responding effectively.

What Conditions Does CBT Help With?

CBT is one of the most well-researched therapy models and is highly effective for:

Generalized Anxiety
Social Anxiety and Overthinking
Depression and Low Motivation
Stress Management
Negative Self-Talk and Self-Esteem Issues
Procrastination and Perfectionism

Whether you're feeling paralyzed by critical thoughts or stuck in patterns that aren’t helping you, CBT offers a structured path forward.

What to Expect in CBT Sessions

Each session is collaborative—we’ll work together to understand what’s driving your current concerns and explore tools that fit your life and goals.

You’ll leave sessions with insight and strategies you can apply right away.

We use thought records, cognitive restructuring, and behavior experiments
We build emotional resilience and psychological flexibility
You’ll learn to become your own kind, supportive coach—not your own harshest critic