CBT for Psychosis: Approaches Families Can Use By David Kingdon, M.D. and Douglas Turkington, M.D. | Apr. 15, 2019 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is gradually becoming recognized and available as a psychological approach to mental health problems. But what exactly is it? Well, CBT works with thoughts (cognitions) and behaviors to help with mental health problems. It’s becoming increasingly famous, particularly for teaching people what they can do to improve depression and anxiety.