A cognitive behavioral therapist isn't a psychoanalyst. Still, understanding defense mechanisms (coping mechanisms, some of which are healthy and some of which are unhealthy) can be very helpful in effectively treating a client.
Read about the most common defense mechanisms here:
1. https://www.healthline.com/.../ment.../defense-mechanisms...
2. https://www.psychologistworld.com/.../defence-mechanisms...
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