Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is an evidence-based cognitive therapy designed to help individuals recover from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related trauma symptoms. Traumatic experiences often impact the way that people view themselves, others and the world. CPT helps individuals recognize and systematically challenge maladaptive beliefs that are interfering with daily functioning and contributing to the maintenance of PTSD symptoms. CPT helps individuals learn to experience natural emotions associated with their trauma and challenge thoughts that contribute to feelings of shame, self-blame, and guilt. CPT helps clients address the impact that trauma has on trust, safety, self-worth, and relationships. CPT includes a minimum of 12 sessions, with homework assignments to reinforce the skills learned during sessions.
