The psychotherapy is often the preferred one because it can quickly help you identify and cope with specific concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is generally considered short-term therapy — about 10 to 20 sessions. The central insight of cognitive therapy as originally formulated over three decades ago is that thoughts mediate between stimuli, such as external events, and emotions. It is important to note that CBT does not just involve identifying these thought patterns; it is focused on using a wide range of strategies to help clients overcome these thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a useful tool in management of many mental illnesses. It also helps you to prevent a relapse of mental illness symptoms. Because it can explore painful feelings and experiences, however, you may feel emotionally uncomfortable at times. Your therapist is trained to help you cope with these feelings and emotions. Sometimes, the therapist may require you to confront situations you’d rather avoid that can lead to temporary stress or anxiety. The therapist will teach you how to manage these negative feelings and fears.