Cognitive processing Therapy

therapeutic APPROACH

Shifting perspectives, restoring peace.

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What is CPT?

CPT is based on the theory that maladaptive thoughts and beliefs about the trauma often keep individuals stuck in a cycle of re-experiencing the event, leading to persistent emotional distress. By helping clients identify and challenge these distorted thoughts, CPT facilitates the development of healthier cognitive patterns, enabling individuals to process their trauma in a way that reduces its emotional grip and promotes long-term healing.

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a highly structured, evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help individuals recover from the psychological effects of trauma.

How Can CPT Help?

CPT helps individuals break free from the cycle of re-experiencing trauma by addressing the maladaptive thoughts that sustain their physiological and emotional suffering. According to CPT, these distorted beliefs, such as self-blame or the perception of a permanently altered world, perpetuate the symptoms of trauma and keep individuals in a state of distress.

What Conditions Does CPT Treat?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

CPT helps reduce symptoms by addressing trauma-related thoughts and beliefs, allowing individuals to process and heal from their experiences.

moral injury

CPT helps individuals reconcile moral conflicts and distressing beliefs stemming from traumatic events, fostering a sense of resolution and inner peace.

3. practice and application

What Should I Expect in Session?

Throughout the process, you'll apply the skills you've learned to real-life situations. Your therapist will guide you in consolidating your progress and preparing for continued growth and healing beyond therapy.

1. Assessment of Symptoms and Education

In the initial phase, your therapist will provide an overview of CPT and its goals. You'll discuss how trauma has impacted you and complete questionnaires to understand your current symptom levels.

2. cognitive Restructuring

During this phase, you will work with your therapist to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts related to your trauma. You'll learn to replace these thoughts with more balanced and realistic perspectives.