Mind Traps: Breaking Free from Dysfunctional Thinking Patterns

Mind traps, or cognitive traps, are rigid and dysfunctional thinking patterns that lead us to interpret reality in distorted ways, fuelling anxiety, depression, and counterproductive behaviours. Common examples include catastrophic thinking, overgeneralisation, all-or-nothing thinking, and mind reading.

Dr. Robert Bergonzi’s practice in Milan offers psychotherapy pathways to identify and modify mind traps. The therapeutic work helps the person recognise their automatic thought patterns, evaluate their validity, and develop more flexible and realistic ways of thinking.

The pathway involves individual sessions in which the situations that trigger mind traps are explored, and practical tools are taught for interrupting the vicious cycles of negative thinking. The goal is greater cognitive freedom and lasting emotional wellbeing.

For professional support in overcoming mind traps, contact our practice in Milan.