Criminal behavior, theft, fraud, violence, manslaughter, etc. It is defined as illegal behaviors that cause problems at the social level. Roughly 3 elements are functional in the emergence of criminal behavior. These concepts which are within the scope of the elements of the crime are individual motivation, the appropriate circumstances, and the meaning for the individual. and crime ground of the individual. These 3 concepts are also taken into account in the prevention of crime, which is one of the most important elements of healthy conduct of social functioning. In this chapter, information will be given about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) applied in the improvement of criminal behaviors and therapeutic methods derived from this therapy approach. First, the definition of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, how it emerged, and then the techniques of Schema Therapy, Acceptance, and Commitment Therapy, and Meta-Cognitive Therapy, which are the 3rd generation therapy approaches derived from the CBT approach, will be discussed. In addition to these, it has been accepted by field professionals today that the content of thought constitutes the basic step in the formation of criminal behaviors. For this reason, information about techniques such as identifying thought errors, distraction, social skills training, and breathing and relaxation exercises, which are effectively used in the rehabilitation of criminal behaviors, will also be given. Studies dealing with the effectiveness of cognitive therapy techniques in the neutralization of criminal behaviors including anger management, sexual crimes, and partner violence will be mentioned from the relevant literature. The literature findings and suggestions will be given to accelerate future studies in this field.