WHAT IS CBT??

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a practical and evidence-based approach that combines cognitive and behavioural techniques. The cognitive aspect explores how your thoughts influence your feelings, while the behavioural side examines how your actions impact both your thoughts and emotions.

Over time, we can develop unhelpful habits in the way we think and behave, often as a result of challenging situations. For example, you might find yourself jumping to conclusions, overestimating danger, or being overly self-critical. These patterns of thinking can quickly become automatic, impacting how you feel—leading to anxiety, sadness, guilt, anger, or shame.

It’s natural to want to escape uncomfortable feelings, so many people turn to behaviours that provide immediate relief, such as avoiding certain situations, seeking reassurance, or repeatedly checking things. While these "quick fixes" can help in the short term, they often maintain the problem in the long run, creating a cycle that’s hard to break.

How CBT Works
CBT is a proven therapy for a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, and stress. Early sessions focus on identifying and understanding the links between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to create a clear picture of what’s causing and maintaining the problem. Together, we’ll set goals for therapy, ensuring your sessions are focused and tailored to your needs.

The ultimate aim of CBT is to empower you to understand and manage your own difficulties, equipping you with practical skills to face challenges head-on. Therapy is a collaborative effort—you and your therapist work as a team. By the end of treatment, you’ll feel confident in managing your well-being independently.

Is CBT Right for You?
While CBT is a fantastic approach, it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution. Some issues may benefit more from other types of therapy, and that’s okay! If you’re unsure whether CBT is the right fit for you, feel free to send me a message. I’d be happy to guide you and, if needed, point you towards an alternative therapy that better suits your needs.

CBT is about giving you the tools to take charge of your mental health—and that sounds pretty great, doesn’t it?