Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

WHAT IS CBT THERAPY?

CBT therapy is different from many other forms of treatment in that it is short-term and one of the only therapies we can monitor. It is also statistically proven to work in treating many conditions. It is structured around the principle that it isn’t so much what happens to us in our lives that causes distress but how we think about what has happened that drives our emotional experience.

CBT is a structured, interactive therapy that uses explorative questions, various exercises, and behavioural experiments. I use this formula to help you understand problems from a new perspective and develop more effective strategies for addressing your concerns successfully.

HOW DOES CBT THERAPY WORK?

CBT is "problem-focused" (undertaken for specific problems such as anger) and "action-oriented".I help my clients select strategies to address these problems and find solutions.

This is why CBT therapy is so powerful. Clients often need to be made aware and understand why they think and act the way they do. CBT helps to bring clarity in times of confusion and uncertainty.

Cognitive behaviour therapy is generally short-term and focuses on helping clients deal with a specific problem. During treatment, people learn to identify and change destructive or disturbing thought patterns that negatively influence behaviour and emotions.

AREAS COVERED

CBT Therapy is the therapy of choice within the health service. It is evidence-based and delivers fast and lasting change.

Together, we work towards resolving your issues in a safe and accepting environment, making you happier at home, professionally and in your social life.

CBT therapy is particularly successful in the treatment of :

• Anxiety and Stress disorders

• Relationship issues

• Trauma and PTSD

• Depression and Low moods

• Addictions

• Panic disorders

• OCD

• Anger management

I have also adapted CBT to work with young people and teenagers, which has proven to be hugely beneficial. 

MY APPROACH

I have trained extensively in CBT and use an integrative approach with CBT at its core. This approach allows me to adapt the therapy to the individual's exact needs and bring about fast and lasting change. 

I give clients the tools to feel confident they can manage and overcome difficulties. Session handouts help clients build their own ‘tool kit’ to use whenever needed. I have also trained at the Anna Freud Centre in London, specialising in Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT).

If you have had enough of feeling held back by anxiety, depression, lack of confidence, etc. If you feel ready to change things you can create the life you want. My integrated therapy and CBT can help you.