Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Addiction & Mental Health
CBT at Bali Harmony Rehab
Our cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) program, helps you identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with healthier, more constructive beliefs.
CBT is one of the most widely studied and effective treatments for addiction, anxiety, depression and trauma. At Bali Harmony Rehab, CBT is a core part of our recovery approach, helping clients change unhelpful thinking patterns, build emotional strength, and create new, healthier behaviours.
What Is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?
CBT is a structured, evidence-based therapy that explores the relationship between your thoughts, emotions and actions. Instead of focusing only on the past, it helps you manage present challenges by identifying and shifting distorted or unhelpful thought patterns.
At its heart, CBT teaches you that you are not your thoughts, and that by learning to challenge them, you can change how you feel and how you respond. If you’d like to learn more about the principles of CBT, Mind UK offers a clear and supportive overview here.
How CBT Supports Addiction Recovery
Addiction is often driven by a cycle of negative self-talk, emotional dysregulation, and unhealthy coping strategies. CBT provides tools to break that cycle.
At Bali Harmony Rehab, CBT is used to help clients:
Understand the thought patterns behind substance use
Learn to manage triggers and cravings more effectively
Address co-occurring mental health conditions
Build practical tools for stress and anxiety
Rewire beliefs around shame, failure and worth
What to Expect from CBT at Harmony
CBT is delivered by qualified, compassionate therapists in both individual and group settings. Sessions may include:
Thought tracking exercises
Behavioural experiments to challenge old beliefs
Journalling and reflection
Cognitive restructuring techniques
Problem-solving and communication skills
Everything is personalised and trauma-informed, designed to help you take back control of your internal world, without shame or judgement.
Why CBT Works
CBT is one of the most researched therapies for addiction and mental health. Studies show it can:
Reduce the risk of relapse in recovery
Improve emotional regulation
Help clients feel more in control and less reactive
Increase long-term mental clarity and wellbeing
“CBT gave me the tools to change how I talk to myself. That changed everything — not just my recovery, but how I show up in life.”
— Anon Client, United Kingdom
Integrated With Other Therapies
CBT at Bali Harmony Rehab is never delivered in isolation. It works alongside:
You receive a tailored care plan designed to support not just sobriety, but sustainable emotional healing and personal growth.
What our Clients Say
“I didn’t realise how much my thoughts were running the show. I was constantly stuck in self-blame, anxiety, and black-and-white thinking and I genuinely believed I had no control over my emotions or actions. CBT changed that.
My therapist helped me see the patterns clearly and gave me practical tools to challenge them. We worked through my triggers and cravings in a way that felt manageable and safe. For the first time in years, I wasn’t just reacting, I was responding.
What made the biggest difference was how compassionate the team was. I never felt judged, just supported. The sessions were structured but personalised, and I left each one feeling more capable and grounded.
CBT helped me reclaim my peace of mind. I still use what I learned every day, and it’s made all the difference.”
— Anon Client, Perth, Australia
Start Rewiring Your Recovery
CBT gives you tools that can change your life, not just today, but for the long term. If you’re ready to shift old patterns and learn how to truly manage your emotions and triggers, we’re here to help.
Contact us today to learn how CBT can support your journey.
FAQs
What is CBT therapy and how does it work?
CBT is an evidence-based psychological treatment that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns, emotional responses, and behaviours. It works by helping clients understand the link between their thoughts, feelings, and actions, and teaches practical skills to manage them more effectively.
How does CBT support addiction recovery?
CBT helps clients recognise and reframe the negative thinking patterns that often drive addictive behaviours. By learning how to challenge these thoughts and develop healthier coping strategies, clients can reduce cravings, manage triggers, and strengthen their ability to stay sober long term.
Can CBT help with anxiety and depression too?
Yes, CBT is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety and depression. It provides structured tools to challenge catastrophic or self-critical thinking, regulate emotions, and reduce the behavioural patterns that keep people stuck in cycles of low mood or anxious reactivity.
How many CBT sessions will I need at Bali Harmony Rehab?
The number of CBT sessions varies depending on individual needs, but most clients at Bali Harmony Rehab engage in 6 to 12 sessions as part of their treatment plan. These are delivered through both one-to-one and group therapy formats during your rehab stay or outpatient programme.
Is CBT integrated into all of your programs?
Yes, CBT is included across all of our core offerings, including Residential Rehab, Depression Treatment, and RTT Retreats. It is one of our foundational therapies used to support behavioural change, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention.
Who delivers CBT therapy at Bali Harmony Rehab?
All CBT sessions are delivered by trained and experienced therapists who specialise in addiction, trauma, and mental health. Our team uses a warm, practical, and results-oriented approach to help you develop the tools you need for real and lasting change.