A simple overview of the CBT Model: Generally an integrative multisystem model which is used by the cognitive behavioral therapists to plan the treatments and conceptualize the patients. The assessment mainly is done based on the cognitive and behavioral observations. Apart from these, the social, biological, spiritual, interpersonal and some other factors are also taken into consideration.

Levels of Cognition:

Aaron Beck and his co-workers have put forth 3 levels of Cognition which are applicable to the Cognitive Behavioral Theory. They are:

1. Full Consciousness – This is a state in which the normal decisions are made with full alertness, attentiveness and responsiveness.

2. Automatic Thoughts – They are in contrast with the above mentioned cognition. They are more independent, self governing. They are often private and run swiftly in the everyday thinking. They are not so much carefully observed or taken care of. Automatic thoughts mainly depend on the state of ones mind. If depressed, the thoughts will be low, negative and ineffective.

3. Schemas – Also known as core beliefs, rank third and the deepest amongst all the levels for Cognitive Behavioral Theory. They are the templates or the fundamental guidelines for the information processing. They are formed by the numerous life experiences and other developmental influences. They are a common target of CBT interventions as they play an important role in behavioral coping strategies and regulating confidence.

Key Behavioral Theories: During the advancement of modern methods of CBT, the cognitive theories have been very well blended with the findings from the studied of behavioral concepts. Some of the findings from these researches are:

1. Behavioral Techniques are helpful in modifying depressive behavior, lack of interest, low energy and other lessening of psychomotor activities.

2. Behavioral interventions can be very helpful to patients to recover coping, problem solving and social skills. The behavioral interventions involve activities scheduling and other tasks.

3. For anxiety disorders, the exposure therapy and other such methods are beneficial and effective interventions.