Episode 16: The block-and-replace technique

One of the fundamental skills in cognitive-behavioral therapy
(CBT) is the block-and-replace technique. This technique -- which
entails blocking negative thoughts and replacing them with more
reality-based alternatives -- undergirds the entire process of
cognitive restructuring, which is an effective way of sustainably
changing thoughts and beliefs. In this video, I'll discuss how
this is done with some concrete examples.