Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
All About Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
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Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a structured and evidence-based therapeutic approach, rooted in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, that helps people understand the impact that traumatic events have had on their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
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While Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is rooted in principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), the main difference is that CPT specifically focuses on trauma processing, where CBT can be used to treat a wider range of mental health concerns, including anxiety and depression.
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Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is used primarily to treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), reducing symptoms, such as: flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance behaviours, and emotional dysregulation.
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Combat Veterans
Survivors of Sexual Violence
Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Individuals who have experienced a critical incident such as car accident, natural disaster, or other traumatic events.
Goals of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
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Increase Understanding
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps individuals improve their understanding of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and it’s impact on daily life.
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Reduce Stress
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps reduce stress related to traumatic events, including the memory of the trauma.
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Reduce Avoidance Behaviours
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps individuals reduce behaviours, such as emotional numbing and/or avoidance of trauma triggers/ reminders, that have manifested as a result of their traumatic experience.
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Create Balance
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) helps individuals create a more balanced perspective and develop more realistic beliefs about themselves, their experience, other people, and the world around them.
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Improve Happiness
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) aims to help individuals improve overall quality of life, to live a healthier & more fulfilling life.
Interested In Exploring CPT With Kristin?
We are excited to welcome Kristin to the Spear Team in May, 2025. To “Get Started” please complete the short form below, and we will reach out to you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation call with Kristin!
Our CPT Therapist
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Kristin Harriet, RSW
Children, Youth & Adolescents
Adults 18+
Couples and FamiliesKristin has training in and extensive experience offering Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to individuals, couples, and families, particularly those who belong to the military & veteran population.
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