Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and beyond (with David Burns)
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Jan 10, 2024 David Burns, an Adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus at Stanford and a pioneer in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, discusses the evolution and transformative power of CBT. He tackles the common misconceptions about therapy, addressing the dangers of overselling positivity and how negative emotions can illuminate personal strengths. Listeners will learn about innovative techniques like the TEA-M approach and the role of empathy in therapy. Burns also highlights revolutionary methods that require fewer sessions, emphasizing personalization in mental health treatment.
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David Burns's Initial CBT Skepticism
- David Burns initially dismissed CBT as "stupid", likening it to positive thinking.
- After trying it with patients, he became amazed by its effectiveness, leading to Feeling Good.
CBT vs. Positive Thinking
- CBT differs from positive thinking; it helps identify and challenge distorted negative thoughts.
- Positive thinking alone is never helpful.
CBT and the Suicidal Woman
- A suicidal woman, after listing her accomplishments (escaping concentration camps, raising a successful son), realized her "worthlessness" was untrue.
- This experience showed Burns the power of CBT in shifting from despair to joy.
