First-Line, Evidence-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cut heavy-drinking days • Lower AUDIT-C scores • Reduce
relapse & medication escalation
Most insurances accepted
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Most insurances accepted
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Clinical Evidence
Snapshot
55% reduction in heavy-drinking days after 12 weeks of CBT vs 25% with usual care
55% reduction
1.7x higher sustained-abstinence odds when CBT is paired with naltrexone/acamprosate
1.7x higher odds
*USPHS Guideline 202350% lower 12-mo relapse risk vs meds alone when CBT is added post-detox
Why Refer Patients to MindBody CBT?
Reinforces your plan — never replaces it
CBT-certified physicians & NPs sync with your pharmacologic strategy and guide safe tapering when appropriate.
Measurable wins (2023-24 cohort, n = 94)
Avg. –8 heavy-drinking days/month, –5 AUDIT-C points, –60 % craving severity at 8 weeks.
Targets triggers & physiologic hyper-arousal
Dismantle cue-reactivity, stress drinking, and teach evidence-based relaxation drills.
Zero-friction telehealth
Evening / lunchtime slots make treatment accessible for working adults.
What We Address &
Typical Wins
| Driver / Symptom | Core CBT-I Intervention |
Typical win
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| Stress-linked cravings | Urge-surfing, paced breathing, problem-solving | Craving VAS ↓ 60 % |
| Social/“situational” triggers | Trigger mapping, refusal scripting | ≥ 4 alcohol-free outings/month |
| Negative mood drinking | Cognitive restructuring, activity scheduling | AUDIT-C –5 points |
| Poor sleep in early abstinence | CBT-I | +15 % sleep efficiency |
| Weight gain post-quit | Nutrition coaching, mindful eating | Avg. +2 lb vs typical +7 lb |
| Medication adherence (naltrexone, etc.) | Implementation intentions, digital reminders | On-time dose rate > 90 % |
Seamless Referral & Communication
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Case Study:
“Lisa,” 46 – AUD, 3 glasses wine nightly, on naltrexone 50 mg
Start:
Heavy-drinking days = 22/mo, AUDIT-C = 9, cravings VAS = 7/10
Plan:
Trigger mapping, urge-surf drills, evening walk routine, mindful-eating module
Outcome (8 weeks)
Heavy-drinking days = 6/mo (–73 %), AUDIT-C = 3, cravings VAS = 2/10; resumed yoga classes 2×/week
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Help Your Patients Regain Control?
Email: refer@mindbodycbt.com
Provider Line: (800) 990-5491