What is CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy that differs from traditional counselling. CBT is based on the idea that your thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and actions are interconnected, often creating vicious cycles. During CBT sessions, we identify these cycles and the issues causing your problems. Once pinpointed, I guide you in finding ways to change these negative patterns, improving your overall wellbeing.
How CBT Works
CBT aims to help you deal with overwhelming problems by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable parts. Unlike some other talking therapies, CBT focuses on your current issues rather than past problems, although we may explore the past briefly to understand certain patterns. The goal of CBT is to find practical ways to improve and maintain your mental state on a day-to-day basis. This therapy is evidence-based and recommended by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence).
Our Collaborative Approach
CBT is very much a team effort between myself and my clients. We work together fluidly to achieve the best possible outcomes. There will be activities to complete between sessions to consolidate what we’ve discussed and introduce positive changes into your everyday life. We will progress at your pace, taking one step at a time to reach your goals.