Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Addressing Unhelpful Thought Patterns through the Cancer Journey

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach for helping to treat many common diagnosis, such as anxiety and depression. Whether this is a new diagnosis, or a recurrence, CBT can teach people to better cope with the difficult feelings that may arise from a cancer diagnosis, challenge unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more helpful ones. Join the Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Oncology Social Workers as they discuss how CBT can be used to address unhelpful thought patterns through the cancer journey and for an interactive relaxation training.

0:59 - Introduction to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
2:28 - Common unhelpful thought patterns/cognitive distortions
5:33 - Patient vignette
13:16 - Thought log
18:57 - Diaphragmatic breathing introduction
20:11 - Diaphragmatic breathing exercise
23:07 - Guided imagery exercise

This lecture was recorded August 2021.