Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Bicester

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Ewa (Eva) Kearl
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX26
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), also relaxation techniques.
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), also relaxation techniques.
01869 943671 View 01869 943671
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Tammy Wachter
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavioural therapy (DBT).
I provide psychological assessments and therapy for adults experiencing emotional difficulties such as: ​ Anxiety disorders (obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety) , ​ Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (for single or multiple traumas) , ​ Childhood trauma , ​ Mood difficulties (e.g. depression, mood instability) ​ Relationship difficulties, ​ Personality disorders, ​ Self-harming behaviours, ​ Eating disorders, ​ Low self-esteem.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavioural therapy (DBT).
I provide psychological assessments and therapy for adults experiencing emotional difficulties such as: ​ Anxiety disorders (obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety) , ​ Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (for single or multiple traumas) , ​ Childhood trauma , ​ Mood difficulties (e.g. depression, mood instability) ​ Relationship difficulties, ​ Personality disorders, ​ Self-harming behaviours, ​ Eating disorders, ​ Low self-esteem.
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Asense Therapy - Marie Liddiard
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bicester OX26
These include, Hypnotherapy, CBT ( Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and HypnoEMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing.
I can support you with issues which are having a negative impact on your mental health, including, helping you to overcome trauma, manage anxiety and stress or relationship difficulties, change unhelpful or unwanted habits and gain increased confidence and self-esteem. I am motivated by a deep desire to empower you to overcome challenges, find purpose, make positive changes and achieve greater well-being.
These include, Hypnotherapy, CBT ( Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and HypnoEMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing.
I can support you with issues which are having a negative impact on your mental health, including, helping you to overcome trauma, manage anxiety and stress or relationship difficulties, change unhelpful or unwanted habits and gain increased confidence and self-esteem. I am motivated by a deep desire to empower you to overcome challenges, find purpose, make positive changes and achieve greater well-being.
0191 743 2036 View 0191 743 2036
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Therapy with Ange (CBT)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX26
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 and currently work for the NHS as a therapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 and currently work for the NHS as a therapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
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Julie Arnold
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bicester OX26
These models include Transactional Analysis, CBT, or the Psychodynamic approach, which support short or longer term work.
Hello, I work with a range of issues, including anxiety and depression. Being heard and accepted for being who you truly are, can feel incredibly empowering. When this is taken away, our thoughts can trigger unhelpful behaviours, increasing low mood. Which in turn can play havoc with our emotions. When we feel lonely and isolated, overwhelming feelings can flood our thoughts and fears. I can offer you a safe, warm, and confidential space to explore any issues that may contribute towards your anxiety and depression. I am here to listen to you in an non-judgemental way, and to support you with any changes you wish to make.
These models include Transactional Analysis, CBT, or the Psychodynamic approach, which support short or longer term work.
Hello, I work with a range of issues, including anxiety and depression. Being heard and accepted for being who you truly are, can feel incredibly empowering. When this is taken away, our thoughts can trigger unhelpful behaviours, increasing low mood. Which in turn can play havoc with our emotions. When we feel lonely and isolated, overwhelming feelings can flood our thoughts and fears. I can offer you a safe, warm, and confidential space to explore any issues that may contribute towards your anxiety and depression. I am here to listen to you in an non-judgemental way, and to support you with any changes you wish to make.
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Jenny Pillar
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25
I am an integrative therapist with training in various modalities, including CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic and DDP.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
I am an integrative therapist with training in various modalities, including CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic and DDP.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
020 3960 5173 View 020 3960 5173
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Sarah Wardley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25
Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
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Sian Thrasher
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25  (Online Only)
CBT is a practical, present-focused and collaborative approach aimed at understanding problems in terms of the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
My focus is individual care. Your needs are carefully assessed and treatment recommendations made with these specifically in mind. Wherever possible, sessions arranged to suit your availability. Privacy and client care are top of my agenda, giving you support and the confidence that you are in the best of hands.
CBT is a practical, present-focused and collaborative approach aimed at understanding problems in terms of the relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
My focus is individual care. Your needs are carefully assessed and treatment recommendations made with these specifically in mind. Wherever possible, sessions arranged to suit your availability. Privacy and client care are top of my agenda, giving you support and the confidence that you are in the best of hands.
01608 697318 View 01608 697318
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Dr Jess Page
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bicester OX25
I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapy approaches, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience of working within mental health settings for over 12 years. I work with people with a range of difficulties and all ages, including children, adolescents, adults and older adults. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a shared understanding of their current difficulties and to support them to work towards their goals. I believe it is important to build a safe and trusting space where a person can feel able to express themselves without fear of judgement.
I draw upon a range of evidence-based therapy approaches, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience of working within mental health settings for over 12 years. I work with people with a range of difficulties and all ages, including children, adolescents, adults and older adults. I work collaboratively with clients to develop a shared understanding of their current difficulties and to support them to work towards their goals. I believe it is important to build a safe and trusting space where a person can feel able to express themselves without fear of judgement.
01280 736313 View 01280 736313
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The Nurture Works
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX27
Jenna is a Psychotherapist, Cognitive Behavioural therapist, Dramatherapist & EMDR psychotherapist.
The Nurture Works are based in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Our founder, Jenna Goodgame, has over 20 years of therapeutic, educational and diagnostic experience. Alongside a passion for working with individuals and families The Nurture Works also offer supervision to clinicians, lecture at a number of educational establishments and offer consultancy. We have both a personal and professional passion in working with Neuro-Divergence and are trained to deliver ADOS, ADI-R and ADHD assessments.
Jenna is a Psychotherapist, Cognitive Behavioural therapist, Dramatherapist & EMDR psychotherapist.
The Nurture Works are based in Bicester, Oxfordshire. Our founder, Jenna Goodgame, has over 20 years of therapeutic, educational and diagnostic experience. Alongside a passion for working with individuals and families The Nurture Works also offer supervision to clinicians, lecture at a number of educational establishments and offer consultancy. We have both a personal and professional passion in working with Neuro-Divergence and are trained to deliver ADOS, ADI-R and ADHD assessments.
01780 431337 View 01780 431337
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Anne Calleja
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25
I utilise a blend of positive psychotherapeutic enquiry and solution focussed approaches, to identify and reframe the cause of limiting beliefs and behaviours. I tailor my approach and work with individuals and couples. Whether you need to overcome a traumatic experience, difficulties in relationships, self esteem, anxiety or coaching to provide skills to transition through life, manage a situation or perform at your best. Building an independent, safe and trusting environment for you to explore issues and challenges in life: both work and/or personal is important for me.
I utilise a blend of positive psychotherapeutic enquiry and solution focussed approaches, to identify and reframe the cause of limiting beliefs and behaviours. I tailor my approach and work with individuals and couples. Whether you need to overcome a traumatic experience, difficulties in relationships, self esteem, anxiety or coaching to provide skills to transition through life, manage a situation or perform at your best. Building an independent, safe and trusting environment for you to explore issues and challenges in life: both work and/or personal is important for me.
01865 951780 View 01865 951780
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Rebecca Dalton -Motivating Minds
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX26
Do you or a loved one have unhealthy habits that are becoming regular routines? Is anxiety, low mood or depression causing you to feel lost, helpless or worthless? Is drinking or using drugs becoming more frequent as a way of coping? Are personal and work relationships being affected? Is your mental or physical health affecting your motivation? Do you feel shame, remorse and loneliness? If you or someone you are supporting is experiencing any of these feelings then I can help.
Do you or a loved one have unhealthy habits that are becoming regular routines? Is anxiety, low mood or depression causing you to feel lost, helpless or worthless? Is drinking or using drugs becoming more frequent as a way of coping? Are personal and work relationships being affected? Is your mental or physical health affecting your motivation? Do you feel shame, remorse and loneliness? If you or someone you are supporting is experiencing any of these feelings then I can help.
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Guy Edwards Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX25
Seeking counselling is brave and necessary step when life is overwhelming. Perhaps you feel continually anxious for no good reason, or experience crushingly low moods too much of the time. The loss of a loved one, or a job can provoke a crisis. Or you may be going through unforeseen change in your life which has taken you into uncharted territory. Most people face relationship difficulties sometimes. Discrimination, abuse or bullying may leave you feeling isolated and helpless. If you want to find strength to face such difficulties, solve problems and renew your sense of purpose and joy, I can help.
Seeking counselling is brave and necessary step when life is overwhelming. Perhaps you feel continually anxious for no good reason, or experience crushingly low moods too much of the time. The loss of a loved one, or a job can provoke a crisis. Or you may be going through unforeseen change in your life which has taken you into uncharted territory. Most people face relationship difficulties sometimes. Discrimination, abuse or bullying may leave you feeling isolated and helpless. If you want to find strength to face such difficulties, solve problems and renew your sense of purpose and joy, I can help.
01295 957854 View 01295 957854
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Counselling & Hypnotherapy with Jo
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Bicester OX26
Feeling low, stressed or overwhelmed? Hi, I am Jo. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and hypnotherapist offering online, telephone or face-to-face sessions based in Milton Keynes. I have a wealth of experience mainly attained within my NHS career as well as alongside several charities. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk through your troubles as well as empowering you to arrive at the best solution for you.
Feeling low, stressed or overwhelmed? Hi, I am Jo. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and hypnotherapist offering online, telephone or face-to-face sessions based in Milton Keynes. I have a wealth of experience mainly attained within my NHS career as well as alongside several charities. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk through your troubles as well as empowering you to arrive at the best solution for you.
01869 228772 View 01869 228772

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Dr Jo Langdon
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX3  (Online Only)
I am a chartered counselling psychologist offering online counselling, integrative psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT) and clinical supervision.
Welcome. At certain points in our lives, we can feel stuck, face challenges and frustrations, or have a sense of dissatisfaction in the way we live our lives. These difficulties can lead to depression, anxiety, distress, relationship breakdowns, and a fragmentation in our sense of self. Making the decision to approach therapy is a positive one. Therapy can provide a professional, non-judgemental, safe space to explore, reflect and be heard, to gain clarity, and to challenge yourself.
I am a chartered counselling psychologist offering online counselling, integrative psychotherapy, cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT) and clinical supervision.
Welcome. At certain points in our lives, we can feel stuck, face challenges and frustrations, or have a sense of dissatisfaction in the way we live our lives. These difficulties can lead to depression, anxiety, distress, relationship breakdowns, and a fragmentation in our sense of self. Making the decision to approach therapy is a positive one. Therapy can provide a professional, non-judgemental, safe space to explore, reflect and be heard, to gain clarity, and to challenge yourself.
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Sanya Arapovic
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I am predominantly guided by the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with a focused and goal-oriented approach.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. I have more than 20 years experience in higher education, the private sector and the NHS. I provide warm, respectful and personally tailored therapy for adults, teenagers and their families, covering a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, stress, and PTSD. My training in a diverse range of psychological techniques allows me to offer therapy adapted to an individual’s needs.
I am predominantly guided by the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with a focused and goal-oriented approach.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. I have more than 20 years experience in higher education, the private sector and the NHS. I provide warm, respectful and personally tailored therapy for adults, teenagers and their families, covering a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, stress, and PTSD. My training in a diverse range of psychological techniques allows me to offer therapy adapted to an individual’s needs.
020 4572 1302 View 020 4572 1302
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Brendan St John
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
As an integrative practitioner, I combine attachment theory, CBT, compassion focused therapy, and existential approaches, to fit the needs of each person I work with.
If you are feeling hopeless, low on confidence, and unsure of your next steps in life, then I might be able to help. As an Existential Psychotherapist, with 10 years experience working abroad and in the UK, I help people explore their lives and what it means to exist. To face life’s challenges in a more meaningful, fulfilling and authentic manner. To confront such questions as “Who I am?” “What is my purpose in life?” and “How shall I live my life?” We are all faced with choices, dilemmas, and limitations, that is part of being human.
As an integrative practitioner, I combine attachment theory, CBT, compassion focused therapy, and existential approaches, to fit the needs of each person I work with.
If you are feeling hopeless, low on confidence, and unsure of your next steps in life, then I might be able to help. As an Existential Psychotherapist, with 10 years experience working abroad and in the UK, I help people explore their lives and what it means to exist. To face life’s challenges in a more meaningful, fulfilling and authentic manner. To confront such questions as “Who I am?” “What is my purpose in life?” and “How shall I live my life?” We are all faced with choices, dilemmas, and limitations, that is part of being human.
01235 639278 View 01235 639278
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Anna Cartwright
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX33  (Online Only)
My main therapeutic approaches are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
Just as you may need specialist treatment and rehabilitation for medical symptoms following injury and illness, I believe that effective, evidence-based psychological interventions should also be available, when needed. I am a HCPC registered Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with adults struggling with the emotional impacts of physical injury and illness. Many of the people I work with have not spoken with a Psychologist before and I know it can feel daunting to reach out. My priority is to create a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel able to speak openly.
My main therapeutic approaches are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT).
Just as you may need specialist treatment and rehabilitation for medical symptoms following injury and illness, I believe that effective, evidence-based psychological interventions should also be available, when needed. I am a HCPC registered Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with adults struggling with the emotional impacts of physical injury and illness. Many of the people I work with have not spoken with a Psychologist before and I know it can feel daunting to reach out. My priority is to create a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel able to speak openly.
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Judith Zur
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I have worked in this field for many years and have an extensive range of tools, my approach is integrative, including, systemic therapy, CBT, DBT, compassion therapy, mindfulness and attachment based therapy.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
I have worked in this field for many years and have an extensive range of tools, my approach is integrative, including, systemic therapy, CBT, DBT, compassion therapy, mindfulness and attachment based therapy.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
01865 951408 View 01865 951408
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Heather Phillips
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Kidlington OX5
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties.
Are you looking for a safe space with an experienced trauma-informed therapist? I offer CBT & EMDR to help tackle low self-esteem, anxiety, & trauma/ PTSD. Perhaps you are having strong reactions to things, or maybe you are struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or nightmares. You might be having trouble sleeping or issues with food or body image. Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be. When things feel tough, working with someone who you feel 'gets it' and knowing the space is safe and free from judgement is really important.
Research has shown CBT and EMDR to be highly effective therapies for working with these and other difficulties.
Are you looking for a safe space with an experienced trauma-informed therapist? I offer CBT & EMDR to help tackle low self-esteem, anxiety, & trauma/ PTSD. Perhaps you are having strong reactions to things, or maybe you are struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or nightmares. You might be having trouble sleeping or issues with food or body image. Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be. When things feel tough, working with someone who you feel 'gets it' and knowing the space is safe and free from judgement is really important.
01865 638457 View 01865 638457

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Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors

How does cognitive behavioural therapy work?

Cognitive behavioural therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophising or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.

When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy?

It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioural therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.

How can I find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else?

To find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioural therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.

Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?

CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.