Combining behavioral and cognitive therapies while behavioral and cognitive therapies were developed
somewhat independently and in practice, they are complementary.
Indeed, it wasn't long after their development that their two students were integrated into CBT.
This integration is good news for people in need of treatment and who can now receive a more complete
treatment package.
Combining these therapies also helps us see how our thoughts, feelings and behaviors fit together.
For example, when we're feeling highly anxious, we tend to have thoughts about danger and those thoughts
will increase our anger and anxiety.
These thoughts and feelings in turn, will make us more likely to avoid what we fear, which will reinforce
our anxiety.
Once we understand these connections, it's easier to find ways to feel better.