The Psychology Podcast Seth Gillihan || Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Made Simple
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Apr 2, 2020 AI Snips
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Choosing Clinical Work Over Academia
- Seth Gillihan left his faculty position after realizing clinical therapy felt more meaningful than academic research.
- He recalled moments in yoga and at a violin concert that revealed therapy and intimate clinical work were his true calling.
How CBT Evolved And Integrates
- CBT evolved from behavior therapy to cognitive therapy and then integrated into cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Seth explains behavioral and cognitive approaches are intertwined and often change each other when applied in treatment.
Use Action To Change Thoughts
- Face fears through behavioral activation to reduce anxiety and change thinking.
- Prioritize doing exposures and activity scheduling rather than only trying to reframe thoughts.