There is an assessment of the patient's current thinking patterns and problematic behaviors. Life experiences, childhood experiences, and even therapy sessions must be considered. For therapy to be effective, the therapist and patient need to develop a strong relationship of trust. Providing care, warmth, empathy, and competence should be the therapist's strengths. The sessions encourage teamwork and decisions about what to work on and how often are made together. Patients need to be actively involved in their treatment to make a lasting impact. During the initial sessions, the patient should set specific goals. When thoughts interfere with our goals, we need to evaluate them and respond accordingly. As a result, the patient can identify and interrupt those thoughts more easily. By emphasizing the present, the therapy should focus on their current problems and specific distressing situations. A timeframe should be worked within when administering CBT. It typically takes 6 to 14 sessions to treat straightforward anxiety and depression. The time frame can range from a few months to years, depending on the severity of the mental illness and rigid beliefs.