Starting therapy can bring mixed emotions — hope, hesitation, curiosity, and uncertainty.
Knowing what to expect from CBT can make the process feel less intimidating and more grounded.
The First Few Sessions
The initial sessions focus on understanding you, not fixing you.
Your therapist will explore:
• Current concerns
• Triggers and patterns
• Goals for therapy
CBT is collaborative — goals are shaped together, not imposed.
The Therapy Process
CBT therapy usually involves:
• Structured 50-minute sessions
• Practical tools and discussions
• Gentle between-session practice
Most CBT work happens between sessions, where insights are applied to daily life. This is not homework in a school sense, but experiments in self-understanding.
How Long Does CBT Take?
CBT is typically time-limited:
• Some people notice changes within 4–6 sessions
• Many complete therapy within 12–20 sessions
• Some choose periodic maintenance sessions
The pace depends on individual needs, complexity, and readiness.
In-Person vs Online CBT
Many people seeking CBT therapy in Bangalore choose:
• In-person sessions for relational depth
• Online sessions for flexibility
• A hybrid model for continuity
Both formats can be equally effective when therapy is attuned and evidence-based.
Is CBT Right for You?
CBT may be a good fit if you:
• Want practical tools
• Prefer a structured approach
• Are open to reflection and practice
• Want skills you can carry beyond therapy
It can also be integrated with other therapeutic approaches when needed.
A Closing Thought
CBT offers something more sustainable — the ability to respond differently when distress arises.
At Prismatic Mental Health, CBT is offered with warmth, clinical integrity, and respect for each person’s pace.
If you’re exploring therapy and wondering whether CBT might support you, a conversation can help clarify that.