Self-monitoring (a.k.a., symptom monitoring or symptom tracking) involves systematically recording your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Through self-monitoring, the client and the therapist can better understand what goes on before, during and after problems like panic attacks, binge eating or mood crashes. Building on information gained during self-monitoring, the client and the therapist can also identify targets for change in therapy. Dr. Simon Sherry discusses the pros and the cons of self-monitoring. Click here to read more.