Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

What is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviors.

Sometimes we get caught in patterns that keep our difficulties going. CBT helps you notice those patterns and gently shift them, so you can respond differently and feel more in control.

How CBT Works

CBT is practical and collaborative. We work together to:

Identify unhelpful thinking patterns
Understand how behaviors may be maintaining your difficulties
Develop healthier coping strategies
Build confidence in maintain the progress you have made.

Sessions are structured and focused, with agreed goals tailored to you. Between sessions, you may try small exercises designed to help you apply what we discuss in everyday life.

What to Expect

A non judgemental, respectful space.

Short Assessment phase of needs
Set clear goals and regular progress reviews.
Practical tools you can use outside sessions
A focus on helping you become your own therapist over time

CBT is usually short to medium term, though the length of therapy depends on your individual needs.

Sessions are usually 50 minutes . Occasionally an agreed 90 minute session may be needed depending on the focus of the session.

What Can CBT Help With?

CBT is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and is effective for a wide range of difficulties, including:

Anxiety and panic
Depression and low mood
OCD
Phobias
PTSD
Health anxiety
Stress and burnout
Low self-esteem
Long term health conditions such as Chronic Pain

Is CBT Right for You?

CBT may suit you if you:

Prefer a structured, goal-focused approach
Want practical strategies as well as emotional support
Are ready to actively work towards change