Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology

Behavioral and Cognitive Psychology uses principles of human learning and development as well as cognitive processing in overcoming problem behavior, emotional thinking and thinking. It uses these same principles in helping people live better lives. Behavioral and cognitive psychologists do research, training, education and clinical practice.

Behavioral and cognitive psychologists understand applied behavior analysis, behavior therapy, cognitive therapy and cognitive psychology, social learning theories, emotional processing theories and information processing theories. They know how to apply this knowledge to the human condition.

Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology has been applied to a wide range of problems which include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Anxiety disorders
2. Depressive disorders
3. Personality disorders
4. Substance abuse
5. Health-related problems
6. Autism Spectrum Disorders
7. Violence and aggressive behavior
8. Developmental and intellectual disabilities
9. Academic performance
10. Relationship problems
11. Trauma
12. Emotional regulation problems
13. Stress management
14. Problems in daily living

Cognitive and behavioral psychologists serve a wide variety of populations, including children, adolescents, adults and older adults. Behavioral procedures have been successfully used with individuals, couples, groups, families, classrooms and organizations, as well as in a variety of settings (homes, schools, clinics, hospitals, workplaces, correctional facilities, communities).

Behavioral and cognitive psychologists measure behavior and cognitions. They create case conceptualizations based on learning principles and ways in which emotions and cognitions are processed. They use evidence-based treatments that are adapted to individual persons. They do ongoing assessment of the effectiveness of their interventions and modify their treatment as appropriate.