David Burns, MD
@drdavidburns.bsky.social
Emeritus Stanford psychiatry professor, bestselling author (10M+ books sold), & host of the hit Feeling Good podcast (9M+ downloads). Pioneer of cognitive therapy. Creator of TEAM CBT and the Feeling Great app—crush feelings of depression & anxiety fast!
When Someone Refuses to Talk
Learn what to do when someone refuses to talk — when every effort to connect has been met with silence or resistance.
Learn what to do when someone refuses to talk — when every effort to connect has been met with silence or resistance.
When Someone Refuses to Talk
Learn what to do when someone refuses to talk — when every effort to connect has been met with silence or resistance.
feelinggood.com
January 15, 2026 at 1:33 PM
When Someone Refuses to Talk
Learn what to do when someone refuses to talk — when every effort to connect has been met with silence or resistance.
Learn what to do when someone refuses to talk — when every effort to connect has been met with silence or resistance.
484: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 3 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt present the follow-up work with Madeleine, a woman who was terrified when it dawned on her that her eldest daughter might be in grave danger.
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt present the follow-up work with Madeleine, a woman who was terrified when it dawned on her that her eldest daughter might be in grave danger.
484: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 3 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt present the follow-up work with Madeleine, a woman who was terrified when it dawned on her that her eldest daughter might be in grave danger.
feelinggood.com
January 12, 2026 at 9:01 AM
484: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 3 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt present the follow-up work with Madeleine, a woman who was terrified when it dawned on her that her eldest daughter might be in grave danger.
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt present the follow-up work with Madeleine, a woman who was terrified when it dawned on her that her eldest daughter might be in grave danger.
Do kids and teens benefit from TEAM?
Dr. David Burns explains how kids and teenagers can benefit from TEAM CBT tools, and how parents can help set kids up for a happy life!
Dr. David Burns explains how kids and teenagers can benefit from TEAM CBT tools, and how parents can help set kids up for a happy life!
Do kids and teens benefit from TEAM?
Dr. David Burns explains how kids and teenagers can benefit from TEAM CBT tools, and how parents can help set kids up for a happy life!
feelinggood.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Do kids and teens benefit from TEAM?
Dr. David Burns explains how kids and teenagers can benefit from TEAM CBT tools, and how parents can help set kids up for a happy life!
Dr. David Burns explains how kids and teenagers can benefit from TEAM CBT tools, and how parents can help set kids up for a happy life!
Do You REALLY Have a Mental Disorder?
While DSM diagnoses have benefits, they can also pathologize normal human emotions. Read more in Psychology Today!
While DSM diagnoses have benefits, they can also pathologize normal human emotions. Read more in Psychology Today!
Do You REALLY Have a Mental Disorder?
While DSM diagnoses have benefits, they can also pathologize normal human emotions. Read more in Psychology Today!
feelinggood.com
January 7, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Do You REALLY Have a Mental Disorder?
While DSM diagnoses have benefits, they can also pathologize normal human emotions. Read more in Psychology Today!
While DSM diagnoses have benefits, they can also pathologize normal human emotions. Read more in Psychology Today!
Watch TEAM Therapy Live
Watch a LIVE therapy demonstration on Friday, January 16! Led by Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt. Don't miss this awesome free workshop!
Watch a LIVE therapy demonstration on Friday, January 16! Led by Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt. Don't miss this awesome free workshop!
Watch TEAM Therapy Live
Watch a LIVE therapy demonstration on Friday, January 16! Led by Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt. Don't miss this awesome free workshop!
feelinggood.com
January 6, 2026 at 1:11 PM
Watch TEAM Therapy Live
Watch a LIVE therapy demonstration on Friday, January 16! Led by Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt. Don't miss this awesome free workshop!
Watch a LIVE therapy demonstration on Friday, January 16! Led by Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt. Don't miss this awesome free workshop!
483: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 2 of 3
Today, we present the exciting conclusion of our live work with Madeleine, a loving mother gripped with terror because she senses that her eldest daughter may be in mortal danger during her year abroad.
Today, we present the exciting conclusion of our live work with Madeleine, a loving mother gripped with terror because she senses that her eldest daughter may be in mortal danger during her year abroad.
483: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 2 of 3
Today, we present the exciting conclusion of our live work with Madeleine, a loving mother gripped with terror because she senses that her eldest daughter may be in mortal danger during her year abroad.
feelinggood.com
January 5, 2026 at 9:02 AM
483: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 2 of 3
Today, we present the exciting conclusion of our live work with Madeleine, a loving mother gripped with terror because she senses that her eldest daughter may be in mortal danger during her year abroad.
Today, we present the exciting conclusion of our live work with Madeleine, a loving mother gripped with terror because she senses that her eldest daughter may be in mortal danger during her year abroad.
The power of intensive sessions
Most therapists meet weekly with their clients. But what if lasting change doesn’t depend on time—it depends on intensity?
Most therapists meet weekly with their clients. But what if lasting change doesn’t depend on time—it depends on intensity?
The power of intensive sessions
Most therapists meet weekly with their clients. But what if lasting change doesn’t depend on time—it depends on intensity?
feelinggood.com
January 1, 2026 at 1:09 PM
The power of intensive sessions
Most therapists meet weekly with their clients. But what if lasting change doesn’t depend on time—it depends on intensity?
Most therapists meet weekly with their clients. But what if lasting change doesn’t depend on time—it depends on intensity?
482: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 1 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt work with Madeleine, a woman who is terrified when it dawns on her that she cannot protect her vulnerable daughter who is away at college. You may also have felt panic over…
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt work with Madeleine, a woman who is terrified when it dawns on her that she cannot protect her vulnerable daughter who is away at college. You may also have felt panic over…
482: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 1 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt work with Madeleine, a woman who is terrified when it dawns on her that she cannot protect her vulnerable daughter who is away at college. You may also have felt panic over the fear that something terrible could happen to a loved one!
feelinggood.com
December 29, 2025 at 9:01 AM
482: Live Work with Madeleine, I’m Helpless! Part 1 of 3
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt work with Madeleine, a woman who is terrified when it dawns on her that she cannot protect her vulnerable daughter who is away at college. You may also have felt panic over…
In this dramatic, live session, Dr. David Burns and Dr. Jill Levitt work with Madeleine, a woman who is terrified when it dawns on her that she cannot protect her vulnerable daughter who is away at college. You may also have felt panic over…
Transform Every Conversation
Would you like to improve your relationships with family and friends? We have a wonderful recording of our December webinar for you.
Would you like to improve your relationships with family and friends? We have a wonderful recording of our December webinar for you.
Transform Every Conversation
Would you like to improve your relationships with family and friends? We have a wonderful recording of our December webinar for you.
feelinggood.com
December 25, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Transform Every Conversation
Would you like to improve your relationships with family and friends? We have a wonderful recording of our December webinar for you.
Would you like to improve your relationships with family and friends? We have a wonderful recording of our December webinar for you.
See Amazing Live Therapy
On Friday, January 16, 2026, Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns will do a LIVE therapy demonstration. Don't miss it!
On Friday, January 16, 2026, Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns will do a LIVE therapy demonstration. Don't miss it!
See Amazing Live Therapy
On Friday, January 16, 2026, Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns will do a LIVE therapy demonstration. Don't miss it!
feelinggood.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
See Amazing Live Therapy
On Friday, January 16, 2026, Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns will do a LIVE therapy demonstration. Don't miss it!
On Friday, January 16, 2026, Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns will do a LIVE therapy demonstration. Don't miss it!
481: Ask David: Memory Rescripting; Why Can’t I Lose Weight? Demons!
Dr. Matt May, Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about Time Travel and Memory Rescripting. Most important keys to weight loss! And demons! Yikes!
Dr. Matt May, Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about Time Travel and Memory Rescripting. Most important keys to weight loss! And demons! Yikes!
481: Ask David: Memory Rescripting; Why Can’t I Lose Weight? Demons!
Dr. Matt May, Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about Time Travel and Memory Rescripting. Most important keys to weight loss! And demons! Yikes!
feelinggood.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:02 AM
481: Ask David: Memory Rescripting; Why Can’t I Lose Weight? Demons!
Dr. Matt May, Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about Time Travel and Memory Rescripting. Most important keys to weight loss! And demons! Yikes!
Dr. Matt May, Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about Time Travel and Memory Rescripting. Most important keys to weight loss! And demons! Yikes!
The Screen Addiction Cure!
Spending too much time on your phone? Dr. Brandon Vance's awesome online group for screens addictions starts January 14th!
Spending too much time on your phone? Dr. Brandon Vance's awesome online group for screens addictions starts January 14th!
The Screen Addiction Cure!
Spending too much time on your phone? Dr. Brandon Vance's awesome online group for screens addictions starts January 14th!
feelinggood.com
December 19, 2025 at 11:18 PM
The Screen Addiction Cure!
Spending too much time on your phone? Dr. Brandon Vance's awesome online group for screens addictions starts January 14th!
Spending too much time on your phone? Dr. Brandon Vance's awesome online group for screens addictions starts January 14th!
Awesome free app
Feel great fast! Dear friends, I’m deeply grateful that so many of you here in the US have been exploring the Feeling Great app (which is still free!). Your kind words, thoughtful reviews, and terrific suggestions mean the world to our team. If you haven’t had a chance to try it…
Feel great fast! Dear friends, I’m deeply grateful that so many of you here in the US have been exploring the Feeling Great app (which is still free!). Your kind words, thoughtful reviews, and terrific suggestions mean the world to our team. If you haven’t had a chance to try it…
Awesome free app
Feel great fast! Dear friends, I’m deeply grateful that so many of you here in the US have been exploring the Feeling Great app (which is still free!). Your kind words, thoughtful reviews, and terrific suggestions mean the world to our team. If you haven’t had a chance to try it yet, I’ve put together a very short clip that shows how the app might help you.
feelinggood.com
December 18, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Awesome free app
Feel great fast! Dear friends, I’m deeply grateful that so many of you here in the US have been exploring the Feeling Great app (which is still free!). Your kind words, thoughtful reviews, and terrific suggestions mean the world to our team. If you haven’t had a chance to try it…
Feel great fast! Dear friends, I’m deeply grateful that so many of you here in the US have been exploring the Feeling Great app (which is still free!). Your kind words, thoughtful reviews, and terrific suggestions mean the world to our team. If you haven’t had a chance to try it…
ALL Bundle – Therapist Toolkit, EASY, and ebook! Instant Download (Copy)
Already have the Toolkit? Get the EASY Diagnostic Survey and the ebook "Tools Not Schools". IMPORTANT: please read the description below before ordering!
Already have the Toolkit? Get the EASY Diagnostic Survey and the ebook "Tools Not Schools". IMPORTANT: please read the description below before ordering!
ALL Bundle – Therapist Toolkit, EASY, and ebook! Instant Download (Copy)
Already have the Toolkit? Get the EASY Diagnostic Survey and the ebook "Tools Not Schools". IMPORTANT: please read the description below before ordering!
feelinggood.com
December 16, 2025 at 7:03 PM
ALL Bundle – Therapist Toolkit, EASY, and ebook! Instant Download (Copy)
Already have the Toolkit? Get the EASY Diagnostic Survey and the ebook "Tools Not Schools". IMPORTANT: please read the description below before ordering!
Already have the Toolkit? Get the EASY Diagnostic Survey and the ebook "Tools Not Schools". IMPORTANT: please read the description below before ordering!
480: Ask David: Helping Someone Who’s Suicidal; Worrying about My Daughter’s Anxiety; Disarming Yourself
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about how to help someone who's suicidal, how to help your anxious daughter;, and whether it is possible to disarm yourself!
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about how to help someone who's suicidal, how to help your anxious daughter;, and whether it is possible to disarm yourself!
480: Ask David: Helping Someone Who’s Suicidal; Worrying about My Daughter’s Anxiety; Disarming Yourself
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about how to help someone who's suicidal, how to help your anxious daughter;, and whether it is possible to disarm yourself!
feelinggood.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
480: Ask David: Helping Someone Who’s Suicidal; Worrying about My Daughter’s Anxiety; Disarming Yourself
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about how to help someone who's suicidal, how to help your anxious daughter;, and whether it is possible to disarm yourself!
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about how to help someone who's suicidal, how to help your anxious daughter;, and whether it is possible to disarm yourself!
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Anger
Is anger always bad, or can it lead to healing? Dr. David Burns explains the crucial difference between healthy and unhealthy anger.
Is anger always bad, or can it lead to healing? Dr. David Burns explains the crucial difference between healthy and unhealthy anger.
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Anger
Is anger always bad, or can it lead to healing? Dr. David Burns explains the crucial difference between healthy and unhealthy anger.
feelinggood.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Anger
Is anger always bad, or can it lead to healing? Dr. David Burns explains the crucial difference between healthy and unhealthy anger.
Is anger always bad, or can it lead to healing? Dr. David Burns explains the crucial difference between healthy and unhealthy anger.
479: Ask David: Why do I obsess? Why do I have to be perfect? How can I share my feelings effectively?
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about obsessing, perfectionism, and sharing your feelings without Oversharing.
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about obsessing, perfectionism, and sharing your feelings without Oversharing.
479: Ask David: Why do I obsess? Why do I have to be perfect? How can I share my feelings effectively?
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about obsessing, perfectionism, and sharing your feelings without Oversharing.
feelinggood.com
December 8, 2025 at 9:01 AM
479: Ask David: Why do I obsess? Why do I have to be perfect? How can I share my feelings effectively?
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about obsessing, perfectionism, and sharing your feelings without Oversharing.
Dr. Rhonda Barovsky and David answer your questions about obsessing, perfectionism, and sharing your feelings without Oversharing.
Join me at Legendary Evolution of Psychotherapy!
Participate in a forum that brings together the living legends in the field, plus breakout thinkers and on-the-ground professionals who will challenge you to become a more effective clinician and reinvigorate your passion for the field.
Participate in a forum that brings together the living legends in the field, plus breakout thinkers and on-the-ground professionals who will challenge you to become a more effective clinician and reinvigorate your passion for the field.
Join me at Legendary Evolution of Psychotherapy!
Participate in a forum that brings together the living legends in the field, plus breakout thinkers and on-the-ground professionals who will challenge you to become a more effective clinician and reinvigorate your passion for the field.
feelinggood.com
December 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Join me at Legendary Evolution of Psychotherapy!
Participate in a forum that brings together the living legends in the field, plus breakout thinkers and on-the-ground professionals who will challenge you to become a more effective clinician and reinvigorate your passion for the field.
Participate in a forum that brings together the living legends in the field, plus breakout thinkers and on-the-ground professionals who will challenge you to become a more effective clinician and reinvigorate your passion for the field.
478: Yikes! I’ve Relapsed!
Today's podcast features Dr. Angela Krumm with a personal confession and some incredibly important ideas on relapse prevention after the apparently successful treatment of any habit or addiction, including overeating.
Today's podcast features Dr. Angela Krumm with a personal confession and some incredibly important ideas on relapse prevention after the apparently successful treatment of any habit or addiction, including overeating.
478: Yikes! I’ve Relapsed!
Today's podcast features Dr. Angela Krumm with a personal confession and some incredibly important ideas on relapse prevention after the apparently successful treatment of any habit or addiction, including overeating.
feelinggood.com
December 1, 2025 at 9:02 AM
478: Yikes! I’ve Relapsed!
Today's podcast features Dr. Angela Krumm with a personal confession and some incredibly important ideas on relapse prevention after the apparently successful treatment of any habit or addiction, including overeating.
Today's podcast features Dr. Angela Krumm with a personal confession and some incredibly important ideas on relapse prevention after the apparently successful treatment of any habit or addiction, including overeating.
Don’t Cheer Them Up!
When someone says, “I’m so stupid,” your instinct is to help, but that can backfire. Dr. David Burns explains how to respond with empathy.
When someone says, “I’m so stupid,” your instinct is to help, but that can backfire. Dr. David Burns explains how to respond with empathy.
Don’t Cheer Them Up!
When someone says, “I’m so stupid,” your instinct is to help, but that can backfire. Dr. David Burns explains how to respond with empathy.
feelinggood.com
November 28, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Don’t Cheer Them Up!
When someone says, “I’m so stupid,” your instinct is to help, but that can backfire. Dr. David Burns explains how to respond with empathy.
When someone says, “I’m so stupid,” your instinct is to help, but that can backfire. Dr. David Burns explains how to respond with empathy.
Social Anxiety and Fear of Rejection: CBT in Action
If you’re struggling with any type of social anxiety, or if you’re a therapist with socially anxious patients, you’ll LOVE this webinar!
If you’re struggling with any type of social anxiety, or if you’re a therapist with socially anxious patients, you’ll LOVE this webinar!
Social Anxiety and Fear of Rejection: CBT in Action
If you’re struggling with any type of social anxiety, or if you’re a therapist with socially anxious patients, you’ll LOVE this webinar!
feelinggood.com
November 27, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Social Anxiety and Fear of Rejection: CBT in Action
If you’re struggling with any type of social anxiety, or if you’re a therapist with socially anxious patients, you’ll LOVE this webinar!
If you’re struggling with any type of social anxiety, or if you’re a therapist with socially anxious patients, you’ll LOVE this webinar!
Coming Soon: The Five Secrets Webinar!
Join our free webinar! In just two hours, you learn how to spot the invisible communication mistakes you’re making!
Join our free webinar! In just two hours, you learn how to spot the invisible communication mistakes you’re making!
Coming Soon: The Five Secrets Webinar!
Join our free webinar! In just two hours, you learn how to spot the invisible communication mistakes you’re making!
feelinggood.com
November 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Coming Soon: The Five Secrets Webinar!
Join our free webinar! In just two hours, you learn how to spot the invisible communication mistakes you’re making!
Join our free webinar! In just two hours, you learn how to spot the invisible communication mistakes you’re making!
477: The Amazing Exposure Webinar: Part 2 of 2
Today, you will hear part 2 of the amazing webinar Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns presented on the latest and most powerful strategies for rapid, effective treatment of all types of anxiety.
Today, you will hear part 2 of the amazing webinar Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns presented on the latest and most powerful strategies for rapid, effective treatment of all types of anxiety.
477: The Amazing Exposure Webinar: Part 2 of 2
Today, you will hear part 2 of the amazing webinar Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns presented on the latest and most powerful strategies for rapid, effective treatment of all types of anxiety.
feelinggood.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:02 AM
477: The Amazing Exposure Webinar: Part 2 of 2
Today, you will hear part 2 of the amazing webinar Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns presented on the latest and most powerful strategies for rapid, effective treatment of all types of anxiety.
Today, you will hear part 2 of the amazing webinar Dr. Jill Levitt and Dr. David Burns presented on the latest and most powerful strategies for rapid, effective treatment of all types of anxiety.
Does your body REALLY keep score?
Can physical symptoms disappear when your thoughts change? Dr. David Burns explains why the mind and body always move together.
Can physical symptoms disappear when your thoughts change? Dr. David Burns explains why the mind and body always move together.
Does your body REALLY keep score?
Can physical symptoms disappear when your thoughts change? Dr. David Burns explains why the mind and body always move together.
feelinggood.com
November 20, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Does your body REALLY keep score?
Can physical symptoms disappear when your thoughts change? Dr. David Burns explains why the mind and body always move together.
Can physical symptoms disappear when your thoughts change? Dr. David Burns explains why the mind and body always move together.
Communication Skills that Transform Therapy and Life!
Most of us think we’re great communicators… but the truth is, we often aren’t. Come to this webinar and learn some tremendous new skills!
Most of us think we’re great communicators… but the truth is, we often aren’t. Come to this webinar and learn some tremendous new skills!
Communication Skills that Transform Therapy and Life!
Most of us think we’re great communicators… but the truth is, we often aren’t. Come to this webinar and learn some tremendous new skills!
feelinggood.com
November 19, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Communication Skills that Transform Therapy and Life!
Most of us think we’re great communicators… but the truth is, we often aren’t. Come to this webinar and learn some tremendous new skills!
Most of us think we’re great communicators… but the truth is, we often aren’t. Come to this webinar and learn some tremendous new skills!