Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical, evidence-based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are connected. It focuses on recognising unhelpful thinking patterns and developing new, more balanced ways of responding to life’s challenges. Rather than dwelling on the past, CBT concentrates on the here and now, helping you make meaningful changes in the present that can improve your emotional well-being and quality of life. It’s one of the most widely researched and effective forms of therapy for issues such as anxiety, low mood, stress, and self-esteem.
How CBT Works
In CBT, you and your therapist work together as a team. Sessions are structured and collaborative, focusing on your goals and what matters most to you. Through guided discussion, reflection, and practical exercises, you’ll learn to spot patterns in your thinking and behaviour that may be keeping you stuck.
You’ll then explore alternative ways of thinking and responding, and gradually apply these new strategies to real-life situations. Many people find CBT empowering because it gives them a set of tools they can continue to use long after therapy ends.
Between sessions, you might be encouraged to notice your thoughts, complete brief exercises, or practise new coping techniques — always at your own pace and comfort level.
What CBT can help with
CBT has been shown to be effective for a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and panic
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Depression and low mood
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Stress and burnout
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Phobias
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Health anxiety
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Low self-esteem
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Sleep problems
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Whether you’re struggling with day-to-day stress or more persistent emotional difficulties, CBT offers a structured, supportive way to understand what’s happening and take steps toward positive change.
What to expect in sessions
During your first session, we’ll discuss what brings you to therapy and what you’d like to achieve. From there, we’ll agree on goals and begin to build a shared understanding of your challenges.
Each session typically lasts around 50 minutes and may involve exploring recent experiences, identifying thinking patterns, and developing practical strategies to manage them. You can expect a balance of conversation, guided discovery, and learning techniques that you can use between sessions.
CBT is available both online and in person, giving you the flexibility to choose what feels most comfortable and convenient for you.
Is CBT right for you?
CBT is suitable for many people and can be tailored to your individual needs and pace. If you’re curious about whether it’s the right approach for you, you’re welcome to arrange an initial consultation. This is a chance to discuss your goals, ask questions, and explore how therapy could support you.