In this episode of The CBT Coaching Podcast, Dr. Barry M. Gregory explores how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help you break the cycle of worry, stress, and anxiety that so many of us face in everyday life. Whether you’re dealing with work deadlines, financial pressures, or concern for a loved one’s health, this episode offers practical tools to regain calm and control.

Dr. Gregory explains the differences between worry, stress, and anxiety, and how they interact to create a loop of negative thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Using the CBT framework, he introduces actionable techniques like Worry Time, challenging catastrophic thinking, relaxation strategies, and grounding exercises to help you manage and reduce these overwhelming feelings.

The episode also features a compelling case study of Alex, who is overwhelmed with anxiety and worry about his father’s declining health. Through CBT techniques, Alex learns how to reframe his thoughts, address unhelpful behaviors, and prioritize his well-being while supporting his father.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a toolkit of CBT-based strategies to better manage worry, stress, and anxiety — and start creating a more balanced, resilient life.

Dr. Barry M. Gregory Ed.D., M.Ed., BA

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Phone: 561-670-6736

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About Us: Beacon Online Training and Coaching Academy provides evidence-based training, consulting, and coaching for individuals and organizations. Nationally recognized for our impactful training seminars in behavioral health facilities and correctional settings, we specialize in empowering teams with the skills they need to excel. Our professional services are designed to help your staff deliver effective, outcome-driven programs that meet the highest standards. Whether you are seeking to enhance clinical skills, streamline program operations, or improve client outcomes, Beacon offers the expertise and resources to make a tangible difference.

The Thoughts Aren’t Facts episode of the CBT Coaching Podcast explores the foundational CBT concept that not all thoughts are true or helpful. It introduces common cognitive distortions like all-or-nothing thinking, overgeneralization, catastrophizing, personalization, and mind reading, providing relatable examples for each. Dr. Barry M. Gregory offers practical strategies to test and challenge these distorted thoughts, such as examining the evidence, considering other perspectives, and using tools like the “What’s the Worst That Could Happen?” test. By shifting to more balanced and accurate thinking, listeners can reduce anxiety, improve relationships, and make better decisions. This episode emphasizes the power of reframing thoughts as an opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Dr. Barry M. Gregory Ed.D., M.Ed., BA

Email: beaconacademy1954@gmail.com

Phone: 561-670-6736

Web Site: beaconreentryservices.com

Beacon Online Training and Coaching Academy

About Us: Beacon Online Training and Coaching Academy provides evidence-based training, consulting, and coaching for individuals and organizations. Nationally recognized for our impactful training seminars in behavioral health facilities and correctional settings, we specialize in empowering teams with the skills they need to excel. Our professional services are designed to help your staff deliver effective, outcome-driven programs that meet the highest standards. Whether you are seeking to enhance clinical skills, streamline program operations, or improve client outcomes, Beacon offers the expertise and resources to make a tangible difference.

In this episode of the CBT Coaching Podcast, Dr. Barry Gregory Ed.D. explores strategies for reducing negative thinking using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques. He explains that automatic negative thoughts are often unhelpful mental shortcuts, shaped by past experiences and emotions. Key tools discussed include noticing these thoughts without judgment, questioning their accuracy, and evaluating their helpfulness. Dr. Gregory introduces thought-challenging questions, like asking for evidence and considering alternative perspectives, to shift negative thinking. Listeners are encouraged to use thought records for journaling and restructuring negative thoughts into balanced, realistic ones, helping cultivate a more supportive mindset. Dr. Barry M. Gregory Ed.D., M.Ed., BA Email: beaconacademy1954@gmail.com Phone: 561-670-6736 Web Site: beaconreentryservices.com Beacon Online Training and Coaching Academy

About Us: Beacon Online Training and Coaching Academy provides evidence-based training, consulting, and coaching for individuals and organizations. Nationally recognized for our impactful training seminars in behavioral health facilities and correctional settings, we specialize in empowering teams with the skills they need to excel. Our professional services are designed to help your staff deliver effective, outcome-driven programs that meet the highest standards. Whether you are seeking to enhance clinical skills, streamline program operations, or improve client outcomes, Beacon offers the expertise and resources to make a tangible difference.