What type of Therapeutic approach would you use if you were a psychotherapist? Why do feel the most comfortable witn this approach. 

If I were a psychotherapist, the most comfortable type of therapeutic approach I would use is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is a short-term, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that focuses on the present and helps individuals to understand how their thoughts, behaviors and emotions influence each other (Gaudiano & Herbert, 2006). It has been found to be one of the most effective treatments for many mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression (NICE, 2019).

My comfort in utilizing this therapeutic approach lies in its evidence base. Numerous studies have supported CBT’s effectiveness for treating certain disorders and conditions. For example, clinical trials have demonstrated that CBT can produce modest but clinically meaningful improvements which last up to 12 months after treatment has ended (Richards et al., 2009). Additionally, research suggests that using cognitive strategies can help people modify maladaptive beliefs which can lead to better outcomes than traditional interventions alone (Addis & Krasnow 2000).