CBT has been around a long time. It is not a new fad. It is highly researched and very effective when taught and applied correctly. It can incorporate mindfulness and does not impair creativity. I would hate to see a lack of understanding about this technique preclude anyone from approaching it with an open mind and a genuine opportunity for success in managing anxiety, depression or other disorders which have a component of negative cognition.
Thoughts produce distress and both physical and psychological arousal which generates a negative feedback loop. Controlling thoughts can have a profound effect on terminating the loop.
