Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Edinburgh

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Vista Wellbeing - CBT Online, phone & Edinburgh
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH3
CBT is a common treatment for many mental health problems and experiences.
Hi, I'm Siobhan, a CBT Therapist. I work clients in person in Edinburgh's West End, online or by phone. In our sessions you can expect me to be warm, empathetic, encouraging, non-judgemental and supportive. Clients have described me as friendly, with a calm and easy style. It's a privilege to provide a confidential safe space for people to open up and be heard. Change is always possible. I want to help you discover the tools inside yourself to see things from a new perspective and live a more empowered life. I will be with you every step of the journey to help you reach your goals of growth and change.
CBT is a common treatment for many mental health problems and experiences.
Hi, I'm Siobhan, a CBT Therapist. I work clients in person in Edinburgh's West End, online or by phone. In our sessions you can expect me to be warm, empathetic, encouraging, non-judgemental and supportive. Clients have described me as friendly, with a calm and easy style. It's a privilege to provide a confidential safe space for people to open up and be heard. Change is always possible. I want to help you discover the tools inside yourself to see things from a new perspective and live a more empowered life. I will be with you every step of the journey to help you reach your goals of growth and change.
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Lorena Recio Aparicio
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH5
In my daily practice I use different therapeutic approaches and techniques, mainly based on CBT, and I take into account all the spheres of a person's life: the emotional, the physical and the social, to find an integrative and tailored intervention to each individual.
If you are tired of feeling confused and lost in your life and you struggle to deal with daily life events, if you are experiencing a difficult moment and you do not have the coping skills to bear it or if you feel you are not confident enough to make the changes that you would like to make and you struggle with your relationships and putting bounderies to those relationships, I would like to help you by upskilling you with the knowledge and abilites you need to face the issues you might find.
In my daily practice I use different therapeutic approaches and techniques, mainly based on CBT, and I take into account all the spheres of a person's life: the emotional, the physical and the social, to find an integrative and tailored intervention to each individual.
If you are tired of feeling confused and lost in your life and you struggle to deal with daily life events, if you are experiencing a difficult moment and you do not have the coping skills to bear it or if you feel you are not confident enough to make the changes that you would like to make and you struggle with your relationships and putting bounderies to those relationships, I would like to help you by upskilling you with the knowledge and abilites you need to face the issues you might find.
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Dr George Reid
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH1
I’ve trained in EMDR, schema therapy, CBT, psychodynamic and compassion-focused therapies.
Having the right fit (“therapeutic alliance”) with your psychologist is viewed as the most crucial factor in the healing process. I would encourage you to choose a practitioner with a broad life experience as well as a clinical training in a range of evidence-based psychological therapies. A former lawyer, I practised human rights & social justice law for years in the courts in the UK. This led to my interest in psychology & trauma & therapies to overcome psychological difficulties. I’ve lived in Canada, France, Italy & Scotland and have travelled all over the world, so I hope to have a background which may help you.
I’ve trained in EMDR, schema therapy, CBT, psychodynamic and compassion-focused therapies.
Having the right fit (“therapeutic alliance”) with your psychologist is viewed as the most crucial factor in the healing process. I would encourage you to choose a practitioner with a broad life experience as well as a clinical training in a range of evidence-based psychological therapies. A former lawyer, I practised human rights & social justice law for years in the courts in the UK. This led to my interest in psychology & trauma & therapies to overcome psychological difficulties. I’ve lived in Canada, France, Italy & Scotland and have travelled all over the world, so I hope to have a background which may help you.
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Corina Valdano
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH12
I hold a master's degree in Third Generation Therapies and draw from a diverse range of evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Behavioral Activation (BA), and Counseling Skills.
If you're going through tough times like anxiety, stress, depression, difficult relationships, grief, trauma, self-esteem, or body image issues, it's important to have a safe and understanding space where you can freely express yourself and work towards finding solutions. I have the expertise and skills to provide professional support and help alleviate your emotional suffering, leading to positive changes in your life. Feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, challenging relationships, or being stuck in life can be really hard. Taking the brave step of seeking help shows your commitment to improving your situation.
I hold a master's degree in Third Generation Therapies and draw from a diverse range of evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Behavioral Activation (BA), and Counseling Skills.
If you're going through tough times like anxiety, stress, depression, difficult relationships, grief, trauma, self-esteem, or body image issues, it's important to have a safe and understanding space where you can freely express yourself and work towards finding solutions. I have the expertise and skills to provide professional support and help alleviate your emotional suffering, leading to positive changes in your life. Feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, challenging relationships, or being stuck in life can be really hard. Taking the brave step of seeking help shows your commitment to improving your situation.
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Donatella Tamborrini Psychological Therapies
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10
If you experience a mood, worry, trauma or eating disorder linked to thoughts, feelings, behaviours, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy is the best option.
Hello, my name is Donatella Tamborrini. I am a psychotherapist with over 1 9 years experience in mental health care based in Scotland. I am professionally qualified to use talking therapies to help make sense of mental health and emotional difficulties in young people, adults and families. I deliver research based psychological therapies, designed to improve mental health difficulties. I work with a focus, which is entirely based on the individuals’ needs, so that psychological therapies can be delivered with flexibility, within a safe and nurturing therapeutic relationship, at a sustainable pace that fosters change.
If you experience a mood, worry, trauma or eating disorder linked to thoughts, feelings, behaviours, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy is the best option.
Hello, my name is Donatella Tamborrini. I am a psychotherapist with over 1 9 years experience in mental health care based in Scotland. I am professionally qualified to use talking therapies to help make sense of mental health and emotional difficulties in young people, adults and families. I deliver research based psychological therapies, designed to improve mental health difficulties. I work with a focus, which is entirely based on the individuals’ needs, so that psychological therapies can be delivered with flexibility, within a safe and nurturing therapeutic relationship, at a sustainable pace that fosters change.
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Roberta Dutra
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10
I work within an evidence based Cognitive Behavioural framework, while also integrating tools from different modalities to meet your personal needs.
Hello! I am Roberta, a qualified counsellor, originally from Brazil, but based in Edinburgh for over 16 years.  I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT). My approach is based on the core principles of trauma informed practice meaning that I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experience with the understanding that each individual is unique. I respect each person’s uniqueness and provide a safe space to explore goals.
I work within an evidence based Cognitive Behavioural framework, while also integrating tools from different modalities to meet your personal needs.
Hello! I am Roberta, a qualified counsellor, originally from Brazil, but based in Edinburgh for over 16 years.  I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT). My approach is based on the core principles of trauma informed practice meaning that I work with a non-hierarchical framework focusing on the principles of safety, trust, choice, collaboration, empowerment and cultural consideration. I am caring, compassionate and genuinely interested in listening to each of my client’s personal experience with the understanding that each individual is unique. I respect each person’s uniqueness and provide a safe space to explore goals.
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Ellie Pickett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH12
As a cognitive behavioural therapist, I'm trained to help you identify those knots and work through them.
Hello, if you've stumbled on this message, I can only imagine that you're going through a really difficult time. Perhaps you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just not quite like yourself and find it hard to imagine a way forward. I understand that it can be challenging to break free from patterns of negative thinking and behaviour, and that's where cognitive behavioural therapy can be incredibly helpful. Sometimes we may get stuck in these patterns, and it can feel like we're tangled up in knots that we can't seem to untie.
As a cognitive behavioural therapist, I'm trained to help you identify those knots and work through them.
Hello, if you've stumbled on this message, I can only imagine that you're going through a really difficult time. Perhaps you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just not quite like yourself and find it hard to imagine a way forward. I understand that it can be challenging to break free from patterns of negative thinking and behaviour, and that's where cognitive behavioural therapy can be incredibly helpful. Sometimes we may get stuck in these patterns, and it can feel like we're tangled up in knots that we can't seem to untie.
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Junaid Zico
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10
Having worked as a registered nurse and psychological therapist in the NHS for over 20 years I am now a freelance therapist, mindfulness teacher and hypnotherapist based in Edinburgh. I also design and deliver trainings nationally on a range of topics. Both in groups and one to one, I have worked with a diverse range of people enabling them to overcome difficulties, change behaviours and become empowered. I have a special interest in the mind-body connection and utilise a range of therapeutic approaches to enable people to bring about the changes they desire. These include CBT, Mindfulness and Hypnosis.
Having worked as a registered nurse and psychological therapist in the NHS for over 20 years I am now a freelance therapist, mindfulness teacher and hypnotherapist based in Edinburgh. I also design and deliver trainings nationally on a range of topics. Both in groups and one to one, I have worked with a diverse range of people enabling them to overcome difficulties, change behaviours and become empowered. I have a special interest in the mind-body connection and utilise a range of therapeutic approaches to enable people to bring about the changes they desire. These include CBT, Mindfulness and Hypnosis.
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Federico Ferrarese - CPsychol and CBT Therapist
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH16  (Online Only)
I have several years of experience working in the NHS and at my private practice as a qualified CBT Therapist treating people with moderate to severe depression and anxiety disorders.
I am passionate about my role as a cognitive behavioural therapist, helping clients to make steps toward recovery and positive, lasting changes in their lives. This includes planning to maintain good, long-term mental health and identifying and reducing the risks of relapse or the recurrence of challenges.
I have several years of experience working in the NHS and at my private practice as a qualified CBT Therapist treating people with moderate to severe depression and anxiety disorders.
I am passionate about my role as a cognitive behavioural therapist, helping clients to make steps toward recovery and positive, lasting changes in their lives. This includes planning to maintain good, long-term mental health and identifying and reducing the risks of relapse or the recurrence of challenges.
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Maria Mariettou
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10  (Online Only)
I am a qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated CBT psychotherapist. I hold my private practice in Edinburgh and work therapeutically in English and in Greek. I am passionate about supporting people in their journey of making meaningful and long-lasting changes in order to live a more fulfilling life. I work therapeutically with children, young people, adults, couples and families in an integrative way, combining elements of CBT, Person-centred approach, Systemic Family Therapy and Creative Therapies.
I am a qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated CBT psychotherapist. I hold my private practice in Edinburgh and work therapeutically in English and in Greek. I am passionate about supporting people in their journey of making meaningful and long-lasting changes in order to live a more fulfilling life. I work therapeutically with children, young people, adults, couples and families in an integrative way, combining elements of CBT, Person-centred approach, Systemic Family Therapy and Creative Therapies.
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Joonas Pekka Vehvilainen
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH2
The core of the techniques provided by Cognitive Counselling are a collaborative approach to discovering what is contributing to the difficulties clients are seeking help for and resolving them.
Are you struggling with substance or alcohol use, trauma and/or despair? Utilising my neuroscience and addictions academic and professional background, I will support you to not just survive but regain control of your life one day at a time. My approach aims to go beyond only listening to the issues you may have by using analysis and solutions to give the support you need. While this approach is based on you gaining more knowledge about yourself, I also highly value patients being as comfortable as possible in the sessions as well.
The core of the techniques provided by Cognitive Counselling are a collaborative approach to discovering what is contributing to the difficulties clients are seeking help for and resolving them.
Are you struggling with substance or alcohol use, trauma and/or despair? Utilising my neuroscience and addictions academic and professional background, I will support you to not just survive but regain control of your life one day at a time. My approach aims to go beyond only listening to the issues you may have by using analysis and solutions to give the support you need. While this approach is based on you gaining more knowledge about yourself, I also highly value patients being as comfortable as possible in the sessions as well.
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Sheena Brown
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH2  (Online Only)
Whilst CBT is at the centre of all therapeutic work, I am also trained and skilled in drawing elements from other therapeutic approaches, such as SFBT, CFT, ACT, TA and Schema Therapy, where helpful and appropriate.
I am a warm and empathetic Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, who is passionate about supporting individuals to make positive, personally meaningful and long lasting changes to their lives. Through our work together, you will be supported to identify and break free from unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns that maintain your difficulties, in order for you to feel more in control of your present and future and live the life you desire.
Whilst CBT is at the centre of all therapeutic work, I am also trained and skilled in drawing elements from other therapeutic approaches, such as SFBT, CFT, ACT, TA and Schema Therapy, where helpful and appropriate.
I am a warm and empathetic Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, who is passionate about supporting individuals to make positive, personally meaningful and long lasting changes to their lives. Through our work together, you will be supported to identify and break free from unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns that maintain your difficulties, in order for you to feel more in control of your present and future and live the life you desire.
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Zuleika Lambe
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH4  (Online Only)
Working within the Pluralistic, CBT and Person Centred models within my practice, I can offer both directive and non-directive approaches to suit you.
I started Forging Pathways with the goal of helping others to find the path they're destined to follow. This could be anything from discovering who you truly are through our sessions, to reclaiming your life after a crisis and/or traumatic event. You may come to me with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, stress, racial identity issues and more, and I'll always do my best to encourage you and facilitate your growth. Sometimes it just takes a little support to reach a goal, and I'm dedicated to being your support.
Working within the Pluralistic, CBT and Person Centred models within my practice, I can offer both directive and non-directive approaches to suit you.
I started Forging Pathways with the goal of helping others to find the path they're destined to follow. This could be anything from discovering who you truly are through our sessions, to reclaiming your life after a crisis and/or traumatic event. You may come to me with depression, anxiety, complex trauma, stress, racial identity issues and more, and I'll always do my best to encourage you and facilitate your growth. Sometimes it just takes a little support to reach a goal, and I'm dedicated to being your support.
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Sudworth Psychology: Psychological Therapy & EMDR
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6
However, I offer evidence-based psychological therapy including CBT, ACT, CFT, and EMDR that will help you to begin to do just that.
Are you existing rather than living? Are you struggling with anxiety, low mood or trauma? There are a variety of reasons that may be holding you back from enjoying your life. If you are not doing so, as a Counselling Psychologist I am here to offer help and support. Together, we can gain understanding, forge hope, and create change.
However, I offer evidence-based psychological therapy including CBT, ACT, CFT, and EMDR that will help you to begin to do just that.
Are you existing rather than living? Are you struggling with anxiety, low mood or trauma? There are a variety of reasons that may be holding you back from enjoying your life. If you are not doing so, as a Counselling Psychologist I am here to offer help and support. Together, we can gain understanding, forge hope, and create change.
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Pauline Bell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH3
I work with people for both short & long-term therapy & use a range of approaches including person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I work with individuals (16+) experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions & relationship difficulties. Whatever your concerns, I believe that therapy can be an important tool in helping us to understand our thoughts, feelings, choices & experiences better. When we can do this, we are better equipped to make the choices that are right for us and to live in more satisfying ways. If you are struggling with something in your life, talking it through in a confidential space with a trained and experienced listener can help make sense of problems, offer new perspectives & clarify choices.
I work with people for both short & long-term therapy & use a range of approaches including person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I work with individuals (16+) experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, trauma, life-transitions & relationship difficulties. Whatever your concerns, I believe that therapy can be an important tool in helping us to understand our thoughts, feelings, choices & experiences better. When we can do this, we are better equipped to make the choices that are right for us and to live in more satisfying ways. If you are struggling with something in your life, talking it through in a confidential space with a trained and experienced listener can help make sense of problems, offer new perspectives & clarify choices.
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Maggie - EMDR, CBT, SFBT and PMDD/Menopause.
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6
As an EMDR & CBT therapist I work with people experiencing a variety of issues, such as Anxiety disorders, Depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, Grief, Personality difficulties, CPTSD, PTSD and Neurodiversity.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! My name is Maggie and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities, including (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, ( CBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I am also a registered Psychiatric and Adult nurse with over 16 years practice experience. Having the right fit with your therapist can be seen as the most important element in healing from your difficulties. I offer a safe, non - judgmental and confidential space that will provide both compassion and support with whatever has brought you to therapy.
As an EMDR & CBT therapist I work with people experiencing a variety of issues, such as Anxiety disorders, Depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, Grief, Personality difficulties, CPTSD, PTSD and Neurodiversity.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! My name is Maggie and I am trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities, including (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, ( CBT) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). I am also a registered Psychiatric and Adult nurse with over 16 years practice experience. Having the right fit with your therapist can be seen as the most important element in healing from your difficulties. I offer a safe, non - judgmental and confidential space that will provide both compassion and support with whatever has brought you to therapy.
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Robyn Spice-Reid
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH16  (Online Only)
I have a Diploma in CBT Counselling and Groupwork from The Centre of Therapy and Counselling Studies in Glasgow, and I am an accredited psychotherapist.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.
I have a Diploma in CBT Counselling and Groupwork from The Centre of Therapy and Counselling Studies in Glasgow, and I am an accredited psychotherapist.
I specialise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, low mood, trauma, issues facing the LGBT+ community & sports performance. My clinical education has included studies in gender and body image, CBT theory, IFS theory, sports performance, EMDR, group therapy, the impact of trauma on the LGBTQ+ community, and trauma response. As a therapist, I look to show acceptance, genuineness, and empathy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to work through our suffering and has the potential to turn this into resilience and growth. I use a variety of different approaches including EMDR Therapy. Sessions will take place online.
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Marianna Remmouche
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH6
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy with Compassion and Insight- Are you seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist to guide you towards becoming the best version of yourself? Look no further. I am a dedicated cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist and counsellor offering both online and in-person sessions in Edinburgh, ready to help you achieve meaningful change. Why Choose My CBT Services?Personalised Approach: I see each client as a unique individual, a microcosm in continuous motion, capable of learning, changing, and re-adapting. My mission is to teach you how to harness your own potential, empowering you!
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy with Compassion and Insight- Are you seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist to guide you towards becoming the best version of yourself? Look no further. I am a dedicated cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist and counsellor offering both online and in-person sessions in Edinburgh, ready to help you achieve meaningful change. Why Choose My CBT Services?Personalised Approach: I see each client as a unique individual, a microcosm in continuous motion, capable of learning, changing, and re-adapting. My mission is to teach you how to harness your own potential, empowering you!
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Anjum Shah
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Edinburgh EH10  (Online Only)
I am an accredited psychotherapist who works with people who want to take the time to develop a deep understanding of themselves, & build the skills & insight that will support them to live a better life. In therapy sessions, we will spend time understanding your current problems and figure out how they came about to look at long term solutions. My approach to the work is a blend of psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR.
I am an accredited psychotherapist who works with people who want to take the time to develop a deep understanding of themselves, & build the skills & insight that will support them to live a better life. In therapy sessions, we will spend time understanding your current problems and figure out how they came about to look at long term solutions. My approach to the work is a blend of psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR.
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Noam Simon
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edinburgh EH1
I use an integrative and pragmatic approach, where I pull from different therapeutic modalities ( CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, Existential) to help you achieve your current goals.
So often our difficulties make us feel stuck, bound in place. Sometimes we can see we are caught in a loop, but don't know how to get free. Or we know what to do, but just can't seem to do it. And sometimes we don't even know what is making us feel stuck and where to start. Problems with our health, mood, traumatic experiences, changes to our life circumstances such as our employment or living arrangement, relationships, achievements, habits- any of these can make us feel stuck. Even good things such as weddings or promotions can be a stressor that gets us feeling this way.
I use an integrative and pragmatic approach, where I pull from different therapeutic modalities ( CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, Existential) to help you achieve your current goals.
So often our difficulties make us feel stuck, bound in place. Sometimes we can see we are caught in a loop, but don't know how to get free. Or we know what to do, but just can't seem to do it. And sometimes we don't even know what is making us feel stuck and where to start. Problems with our health, mood, traumatic experiences, changes to our life circumstances such as our employment or living arrangement, relationships, achievements, habits- any of these can make us feel stuck. Even good things such as weddings or promotions can be a stressor that gets us feeling this way.
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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.