Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective, evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on how your thoughts, feelings and behaviours are interconnected. It is used to help people overcome a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties and can be used in the short term or longer if necessary. 

 

How Does It Work? 

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CBT is based on the understanding that our thoughts influence our feelings, and our feelings affect our behaviours. CBT helps the client to identify negative automatic thoughts which contribute to emotional distress. Identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours can then lead to challenging them, using CBT tools to change them and then adopt a new way of thinking that results in healthier, more positive thoughts and behaviours. Here is an example of a CBT process:

 

Situation: You receive criticism at work 

 

Thought: I am a failure; I can't do anything right

 

Feeling: Sadness and anxiety

 

Behaviour: Avoid work tasks, procrastination, possibly develop unhealthy coping mechanisms

 

CBT helps to reframe the thought: 

 

New thought: Everyone makes mistakes; this is a chance to learn and improve 

 

The new thought leads to more constructive emotions and actions such as problem-solving and seeking feedback, rather than avoidance. This new reframing process will eventually become second nature with practice, and will be transferable into other aspects of one's life. 

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What To Expect in CBT Sessions? 

 

CBT is structured and goal-oriented. During sessions I will work collaboratively with you to: 

 

• Identify specific problems and challenges you are facing 

 

• Explore the thoughts and beliefs contributing to your emotional distress. 

 

• Learn practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns. 

 

• Develop coping skills and tools to manage current and future difficulties. 

 

Why Choose CBT? 

 

Evidence-Based: CBT has been extensively researched and proven effective for a wide range of mental health issues. 

 

Practical and Skills-Focused: CBT teaches you skills you can continue to use long after therapy ends. 

 

Collaborative: CBT empowers you to take an active role in your healing progress. 

 

Is CBT right for you? 

 

CBT is a flexible approach that can be tailored to your specific needs. It can be relatively short-term depending on your personal situation and challenges. Here are some helpful questions to ask yourself when considering the CBT approach to therapy: 

 

Am I ready to actively engage in my therapy? 

 

Am I willing to challenge my current thought patterns?

 

Do I prefer a more structured and goal oriented approach?

 

Am I open to exploring how my thoughts emotions and behaviours are linked? 

 

Do I want to develop coping strategies to manage my current issues and future issues? 

 

Am I looking for a time-limited therapy focused on current problems? 

 

If you feel CBT might be right for you, reaching out for an initial consultation can provide clarity on your therapy journey. CBT offers a practical and empowering path forward. 

 

For more information or to book an initial consultation, please contact me through the enquiry form