Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)

Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) is a research-supported, first-line treatment for Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders. CBIT helps individuals reduce the frequency and intensity of motor and vocal tics by teaching practical, evidence-based skills.

Tics are often preceded by an uncomfortable urge or sensation, and while they may feel automatic, many individuals can learn to recognize and manage these urges with the right strategies.

CBIT is a structured program that includes:

• Awareness Training
  Helping individuals recognize early signs and triggers of tics
• Competing Response Training
  Learning alternative responses that make it easier to resist or delay the tic
• Environmental Modifications
  Identifying and adjusting situations that may increase tic frequency
• Urge Management Skills
  Building the ability to tolerate and reduce the urge without acting on it

CBIT also takes a whole-person approach, addressing factors such as stress, sleep, and daily routines, which can influence tic severity.

This treatment is effective for children, adolescents, and adults, and can be tailored to each individual’s needs. With consistent practice, many individuals experience meaningful reductions in tics and improved overall functioning.