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Posted 4/9/2011 12:29 PM (GMT 0)
Hi,

I have read about cognitive behavorial therapy.  Anyone have this kind of therapy?  What do you think of it?

Thanks.

Posted 4/9/2011 1:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hi again;) Yes I can highly recommend CBT as I have gone through it myself, and recovered from panic disorder as a result!

To paraphrase it, CBT teaches one to change the negative and fearful thinking pattterns that affect feelings and perceptions. It helps retrain the A/P sufferer to use positive, rational self talk and thinking, therefore creating a healthy and productive outlook.

It is a combination of talk therapy and worksheet/workbook program. There will be some homework;) and it is no quick fix, but in my opinion, the best for long-term treatment of A/P.

I really recommend that you try it! (I also responded in you other post that your g.p/family doctor should have a network of specialist that he referrs from. He/She should be able to find a therapist who offer CBT)

Please let us know how your search goes, and how you are doing soon:)
Scaredy Cat
Posted 4/9/2011 2:27 PM (GMT 0)
CBT is amazing!! I would not be anywhere close to where I am
Now without it. I always recommend this book "When Panic Attacks". It's a CBT book/workbook that you can purchase at a books-a-million or probably any book store. It is fantastic and I highly recommend using CBT!!
Posted 4/18/2011 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
That is so great you have both been helped so much by CBT.  Now, I guess I need to find a CBT therapist.  Anyone have any recommendations?

Thanks in advance.

Posted 4/18/2011 2:26 AM (GMT 0)
If you have a regular dr., he/she should have a network including mental health specialists, whom they can refer you to.

If not, check with your insurance, which you'll probably have to do anyway.

Don't be put off if it takes awhile to find a therapist who meets yur needs, accepts your insurance and is taking on new patients. It took me quite some time. Stick with it though, it's worth it.

Good luck and let us knpw how it goes soon.
Scaredy Cat
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