What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a therapy that is both explorative and practical, meaning that you can explore who you are and your current difficulties, while being supported to put new learning into action in your everyday life.
CBT focuses on how you think and act, as well as exploring how past events have shaped your thinking and behaviours. We will work together to help you make the changes that will help you to find relief and build a life that feels authentic to you.
CBT looks to help you make sense of what can feel like overwhelming problems, by breaking it down into more manageable parts. This makes it easier to see how each part is connected and how they impact you. These smaller parts are your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and even physical sensations. CBT aims to help you break free from any cycles you may have found yourself in (perhaps without realising!).
It is easy to get trapped in cycles — we all do! Understanding and making small steps to understanding and changing the way you think and respond can have a significant positive impact on you. You will learn to recognise your thoughts, behaviours and feelings while learning strategies that work for you. I like to see CBT as a therapy that empowers you to be in the driving seat of your life, so you can make decisions based on what you love, not what you fear.
What should I expect from therapy sessions?
I deliver CBT individually remotely (telephone or video-call). This is done in a confidential, safe environment. The number of sessions you may benefit from depends on a myriad of factors, so I prefer not to make any guesses — the therapy journey can look different from person to person. There is no minimum or maximum number of sessions and we can collaborate on this as we go.
At the beginning of your journey, we will discuss and understand your difficulties and set goals. Throughout, I will create a space where you feel seen and understood, while equipping you with the tools for long-lasting relief of your difficulties.
CBT has some structure, meaning that at the beginning of each session, we will set an agenda which is collaborative. I will bring ideas of what I think will be helpful for you and I encourage you to think of topics, too. This way we are working together to work towards your goals and ensuring that you are satisfied with what is covered in each session. This structure can be helpful if you:
Find structure and some predictability helpful.
Have tried traditional talk therapy, but struggled to think of topics to discuss/did not make the progress you were hoping for.
Feel you would benefit from gentle guidance as part of the therapy.
Are motivated by small, measurable wins.
Next Steps
If you are ready to explore therapy, I offer a free consultation call via the button below. This is a chance to ask questions, share a little about you, and see how therapy might help. The first step is all down to you, but afterwards — I’ll be with you every step of the way.
CBT can help with:
Issues related to Identity — Low Self Esteem — Depression — Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) — Panic Disorder — Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) — Illness Anxiety (some may know this as Health Anxiety) — Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) — Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) — Chronic Pain — Neurodivergence