Therapy sessions are structured to make best use of time and you are given assignments to perform between sessions to further facilitate progress. On average, you will come for 12 to 20 sessions. However, the number of sessions needed are decided on an individual basis and in coordination with the therapist. Depending on the progress being made and the nature of the issues being addressed, therapy may last considerably short or considerably longer than 12 to 20 sessions. In general, sessions occur weekly.
Research suggests that in many cases cognitive therapy is as effective as medications.
Additionally, individuals who complete a full cycle of cognitive therapy maintain therapeutic gains while those treated solely with medications tend to relapse when the dosages are ceased. That being said,some people respond well to medications alone. The majority make progress in cognitive therapy without the need for medications or with brief trials of medications. People of all ages can benefit from cognitive therapy. Additionally, couples and families can benefit from cognitive therapy.