Cost-Benefit Analysis: A CBT Technique for Examining Thoughts, Behaviors, and Decisions

Cost-Benefit Analysis is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) technique that helps you examine the advantages and disadvantages of a thought, behavior, or decision. By considering short-term and long-term consequences, you can better understand what may be keeping an unhelpful pattern in place and explore alternatives that align with your needs and values. Learn how to use this reflective exercise to support self-awareness, problem-solving, and intentional decision-making.