Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely used therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors. It operates on the premise that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and by altering one, we can influence the others. In CBT, clients work collaboratively with a therapist to challenge and reframe irrational beliefs and cognitive distortions, develop coping skills, and implement behavioral strategies to overcome challenges and improve their mental well-being.