Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT

Simple, effective CBT skills tailored for common challenges like anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination, insomnia, and more

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a powerful, evidence-based psychotherapy for managing mental health conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, and ADHD. However, it’s also popular for coping with daily-life issues, like procrastination and insomnia, because its structured, goal-oriented approach and focus on problem-solving can offer rapid relief to anyone facing tough times. By helping people think through the connections between their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical reactions, CBT helps them act in ways that make them feel better.  

With Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT, you can achieve measurable relief from chronic stress, anger, overthinking, people-pleasing, and other barriers to good mental health and greater well-being  

This collection of CBT guides features: 

• Accessible, beginner-friendly explanations that don’t require familiarity or prior experience with cognitive behavioral therapy.  
  

• Concise, action-oriented CBT toolkits packed with therapeutic insights, CBT skills, and practical strategies customized for everyday challenges. 
  

• Insightful guidance by a licensed CBT expert who has helped hundreds of clients overcome mental and emotional issues to live happier, fuller lives.  
  

• Additional skills and strategies from DBT and ACT, two popular, newer approaches to therapy that build on the foundational CBT model.
  

“Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT is a must-have guide for anyone looking to take real, actionable steps toward better mental health. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, procrastination, or just feeling stuck, this book meets you where you are—with no prior CBT experience needed. The tools are simple, accessible, and immediately useful, allowing readers to quickly identify a challenge and apply science-backed strategies to feel more in control. As a therapist, I’m always looking for resources that empower people with practical skills they can actually use. This book does exactly that—and in a way that’s both compassionate and empowering.”
—Alison Seponara, MS, LPC, author of The Anxiety Healer’s Guide, host of The Anxiety Chicks podcast, and @theanxietyhealer on Instagram

“Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT is the kind of book that makes CBT concepts simple without being shallow and practical without feeling preachy. Whether you’re anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in perfectionism, or just looking for more effective coping skills, this book teaches you evidence-based strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy that actually work. Gianna’s voice is encouraging and clear, and the skills are immediately usable—even if you’ve never done therapy before. I’ll be recommending it to my anxious clients often.”
—Carrie Howard, LCSW, CCATP, founder of Thrive Anxiety Solutions, and @thriveanxietysolutions on Instagram

“Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT makes cognitive behavioral therapy practical, accessible, and empowering. It offers evidence-based tools that truly help people think more clearly, feel better, and take meaningful action in their lives.”
—Elizabeth Earnshaw, LMFT, CGT, clinical fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, author of I Want This to Work, and @lizlistens on Instagram

“This book is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to better understand their emotions and develop practical, evidence-based tools for managing them. Grounded in the core principles of cognitive behavioral therapy, Gianna offers readers a clear, compassionate, and accessible road map for navigating the ups and downs of daily life—whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, or simply trying to make more intentional choices. With real-world examples and actionable strategies, this is the kind of resource many people will appreciate having in their back pocket as a starting place or ground space for real-life experiences.”
—Jessica B. Stern, PhD, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, host of The Psychiatry Show on SiriusXM, adviser to Wondermind, and contributor to Joy 101

“Clear, practical, and deeply rooted in evidence-based care, Gianna’s CBT guide offers a robust overview of cognitive behavioral therapy that is a must-read for new clinicians. Covering cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, emotion regulation, and behavioral experimentation, Think, Act, and Feel Better with CBT is an essential resource that offers structured treatment frameworks and tools for real-world clinical applications. A great addition for therapists looking to strengthen their cognitive behavioral tool kit.”
—Aliza Shapiro, LCSW, founder of Therapy in the City, and @therapist_in_nyc on InstagramGianna LaLota, LMHC, LPC, is a New York–based therapist, speaker, and the founder of Mindful Mental Health Counseling, a practice that serves clients based in New York and New Jersey. Gianna works with adults struggling with anxiety and incorporates elements of mindfulness into her work with clients. Gianna specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She is a licensed yoga teacher (RYT 500) and is certified in Reiki and EFT tapping. Gianna has a growing online community on Instagram, where she shares about mindful mental health @mindfultherapynyc.