Books Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Made Simple: 10 Strategies for Managing Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Panic, and Worry (Retrain Your Brain with CBT)  by Seth J. Gillihan PhD (Author)

"Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Made Simple: 10 Strategies for Managing Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Panic, and Worry" by Seth J. Gillihan PhD is a practical and accessible guide to applying core CBT principles to everyday life challenges. The book distills cognitive behavioral therapy into ten essential strategies designed to help readers manage common emotional struggles such as anxiety, depression, anger, and worry.

Key concepts include:

Understanding the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to identify and change negative patterns.

Setting clear, realistic goals to guide therapeutic progress and personal growth.

Behavioral activation by engaging in rewarding activities to combat depression and increase motivation.

Challenging negative automatic thoughts and modifying deep-seated core beliefs to improve mood and reduce distress.

Using mindfulness techniques to enhance emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.

Overcoming procrastination through cognitive and behavioral strategies to boost productivity.

Managing worry and anxiety with tailored cognitive tools.

Controlling anger via cognitive restructuring and relaxation techniques.

Emphasizing self-kindness and good self-care practices including sleep, nutrition, and exercise.

Developing relapse prevention plans to sustain progress.