Improve Hypertension, Diabetes & Obesity Outcomes with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Evidence based CBT that drops B/P, A1C, and weight.
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Clinical Evidence Snapshot
Systematic review (2023) found CBT guided lifestyle programs produced an average 5 % bodyweight loss maintained at 12 months.
Obesity
*Obesity Reviews 202315 RCTs found CBT lowers systolic BP by 6–9 mm Hg vs. usual care.
Hypertension
*McCracken 2024, PainTeleCBT improved glycemic variability and diabetes distressscores in a 12 week RCT.
Type 2 Diabetes
*(JMIR 2023)CBT combined with standard care reduced A1C by 0.5–1.0 percentage points across 8 RCTs.
Type 2 Diabetes
*Diabetes Care 2024)2024 randomized trial showed eCBT plus lifestyle coaching increased medication adherence and produced a 7 mm Hg SBP drop at 6 months.
Hypertension
*JAMA Intern Med 2024Why Choose
MindBody CBT?
Measurable Outcomes
Patients see ↓ BP, ↓ A1C, and meaningful weight loss, plus better sleep and mood.
Telehealth Convenience
HIPAA-secure video visits integrate smoothly with busy work schedules and mobility limits.
Augments — not replaces — primary care
Our CBT trained clinicians reinforce nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, and medication adherence.
Targets Stress, Adherence & Health Behaviors
Monthly CBT visits reduce stress reactivity, dismantle negative beliefs about lifestyle change, and build sustainable habits.
What We Address &
Typical Wins
| Cardiometabolic Driver | CBT & Lifestyle Intervention |
Result / Outcome
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| Elevated Blood Pressure | Stress-management, relaxation, medication cues | ↓ SBP/DBP by 6–9 mm Hg |
| Poor Glycemic Control | Habit stacking for self-monitoring of blood glucose, coping with cravings | A1C drop 0.5–1.0 pp; ↓ glycemic variability |
| Excess Weight / Obesity | Cognitive reframing, goal-setting, meal-planning | 5 % body-weight loss at 12 months |
| Low Physical Activity | Graded-activity scheduling as tolerated, motivational interviewing | ↑ weekly physical activity |
| Sleep Disturbance | CBT-I protocols to improve metabolic health | Improve sleep; ↓ fasting glucose spikes |
| Medication Adherence | Implementation intentions, digital reminders | On-time dose rate > 90 % |
Seamless Referral & Communication
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Case Study:
Marcus, 49 – Stage 1 Hypertension & Prediabetes
Challenge:
SBP 146/92, A1C 6.2 %, BMI 32.
Plan:
Stress-reduction CBT, meal-planning, graded walking, medication-adherence cues.
Outcome (12 weeks)
SBP 134/84 (−12/8 mm Hg), A1C 5.8 %, weight −5.1 kg; began jogging 3 x/week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Refer Your Cardiometabolic Patients?
Email: refer@mindbodycbt.com
Provider Line: (800) 990-5491
“CBT gave my patients the mindset tools they needed to finally commit to lifestyle change.”
— Dr. A. Wilson, Internal Medicine