<![CDATA[Social withdrawal among students has become a significant concern due to its impact on academic achievement, emotional well-being, and peer interactions. This study aims to examine the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to support students exhibiting tendencies toward social withdrawal. Employing a literature review approach, the study analyzes national and international research published over the last decade to evaluate the effectiveness of CBT in reducing social anxiety, boosting self-esteem, and enhancing social engagement among adolescents. Data were gathered from scholarly journals and academic books and subsequently analyzed using content analysis to identify themes related to the implementation of CBT in school settings. The findings indicate that CBT—through cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation, exposure techniques, and social skills training—helps students replace negative automatic thoughts with more adaptive mindsets. These cognitive and behavioral improvements strengthen emotional regulation, self-confidence, and social interactions. The study concludes that CBT is an effective and practical intervention for addressing social withdrawal in educational settings, and that integrating CBT into school counseling programs can support students' psychological resilience. Future research is recommended to explore culturally responsive and digital-based CBT models to expand accessibility and effectiveness.]]>
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