Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a type of therapy that can help people who have experienced trauma, such as sexual assault, combat, or natural disasters.

How CPT Works:

CPT focuses on how your thoughts about the trauma are impacting your feelings and behaviors. These thoughts, often called "stuck points," can include:

• Blaming yourself for what happened.

• Feeling constantly in danger.

• Believing you're weak or helpless.

During therapy, you'll learn to:

• Identify these stuck points.

• Challenge their accuracy.

• Develop more balanced perspectives.

This involves working with your therapist to understand how these thoughts influence your emotions and actions.

Key Features:

• Short-term: Typically involves 12 weekly sessions.

• Present-focused: While we may discuss the trauma, the emphasis is on how it's affecting you now.

• Action-oriented: Daily homework assignments, called "action plans," are crucial for success.

Who Can Benefit?

People diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) may find CPT particularly helpful.