"Understanding And Overcoming Cognitive Distortions"

"Understanding and Overcoming Cognitive Distortions: A Practical Guide with CBT"

What you'll learn

Recognize and Understand Cognitive Distortions

Apply Evidence-Based CBT Techniques

Enhance Emotional Regulation and Self-Awareness

Build Resilience and Long-Term Coping Strategies

Requirements

Basic Computer Literacy

Access to a Computer and Internet Connection

Access to a Computer and Internet Connection

Basic Understanding of English

Ability to Allocate Time for Study

Description

Understanding and Overcoming Cognitive Distortions: A Practical Guide with CBTCognitive distortions—negative and irrational thought patterns—can significantly impact emotions, behaviors, and overall mental well-being. This course provides a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to identifying and overcoming cognitive distortions using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. Whether you struggle with negative self-talk, perfectionism, or anxiety, this course will equip you with practical tools to reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop a healthier mindset.Starting with an introduction to cognitive distortions, you will learn how these patterns develop and their effects on mental health. Each module explores a specific distortion, such as polarized thinking, overgeneralization, catastrophizing, and mind reading, through real-life examples and case studies. You will discover how distorted thinking influences emotions and decision-making, whether in personal relationships, academic settings, or the workplace.Using CBT-based tools, including thought records, reality-check exercises, and mindfulness strategies, you will learn how to challenge irrational beliefs and develop cognitive flexibility. The course also covers advanced topics such as the control fallacy, fairness fallacy, and the impact of “should” statements.By the end of this course, you will have built a strong foundation in CBT techniques, allowing you to apply these skills in everyday life. You will complete a final project where you analyze your own cognitive distortions and apply the learned strategies to develop long-term resilience. This course is ideal for anyone looking to improve their mental well-being, psychology students, counselors, educators, and professionals who want to integrate CBT techniques into their practice.

Overview

Section 1: Module 1

Lecture 1 Introduction to Cognitive Distortions

Section 2: Module 2

Lecture 2 Overcoming Polarized Thinking (All-or-Nothing Thinking)

Section 3: Module 3

Lecture 3 Overcoming Overgeneralization

Section 4: Module 4

Lecture 4 Overcoming Catastrophizing

Section 5: Module 5

Lecture 5 Overcoming Filtering and Discounting the Positive

Section 6: Module 6

Lecture 6 Overcoming Personalization

Section 7: Module 7

Lecture 7 Overcoming Mind Reading & Emotional Reasoning

Section 8: Module 8

Lecture 8 Overcoming Labeling and "Should" Statements

Section 9: Module 9

Lecture 9 Overcoming Control Fallacy, Fairness Fallacy, and Change Fallacy

Section 10: Module 10

Lecture 10 Practical Applications of CBT for Cognitive Distortions

Section 11: Module 11

Lecture 11 Building Long-Term Resilience

Section 12: Module 12

Lecture 12 Final Project and Assessment

Section 13: Certificate

Lecture 13 Certificate of Completion

Section 14: Module 13

Lecture 14 Multiple-Choice Quiz & Cognitive Distortion Journal Assignment

Individuals Seeking Personal Growth,Students & Professionals in Psychology or Counseling,Coaches, Educators, and HR Professionals,People Struggling with Anxiety, Stress, or Low Self-Esteem,Anyone Interested in CBT Techniques