CBT for Procrastination

CBT for Procrastination

Apply cognitive behavioral therapy principles to help clients overcome procrastination and shift to a more productive outlook.

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By Gale Alagos on Jun 16, 2025.

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Key CBT techniques used to address procrastination include cognitive restructuring (challenging and altering unhelpful thoughts), behavioral activation (promoting engagement in adaptive behaviors), and problem-solving strategies.

While CBT is generally well-suited for most individuals, its effectiveness can depend on personal commitment to change, readiness to confront unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and consistency in applying learned techniques.

The primary goal of CBT for procrastination is to help individuals change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that lead to procrastination, thereby improving performance, time management, and overall life satisfaction.