CBT stands for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It is a form of psychotherapy used to treat various psychological problems. It is one of the most well-known and effective forms of therapy. CBT is characterized by:

1. Basic principle: CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings and behaviors are closely connected to each other. By changing negative thought patterns and behaviors, one can improve one's mental health.
   
   
2. Collaboration: The therapist and client work together to identify and understand the problems and develop goals for the therapy.
   
   
3. Cognitive aspects: CBT focuses on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns and thought errors that can lead to mental illness, such as catastrophizing or overgeneralization.
   
   
4. Behavioral aspects: The therapy often includes developing new behavior patterns through gradual exposure to situations that the client previously avoided due to fear or anxiety.
   
   
5. Structured and time-limited: CBT is usually a short-term treatment with a specific focus and a set time frame.
   
   
6. Evidence-based: CBT has extensive scientific support and has been shown to be effective for many different mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD.
   
   
7. Homework: The client can be given homework to complete between therapy sessions to practice new skills and strategies.
   
   
8. Goal awareness and self-awareness: The therapy aims to increase the client's awareness of their thoughts and feelings and provide tools to deal with them in a more constructive way.
   
   
9. Customized: CBT can be adapted to each person's specific needs and problem areas.
   
   
10. Successful treatment: CBT has been shown to be very successful for many people and can help them improve their mental health and quality of life.
    
    

If you want to know more about the form of CBT that I work largely based on ACT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, click here.