What is CBT Therapy?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy that helps you understand the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. The way we think about ourselves, other people, and the world around us can have a powerful impact on how we feel emotionally and how we respond day to day. Sometimes, without realising it, we can get caught in unhelpful patterns of thinking or behaviour that keep our difficulties going.
CBT works by helping you recognise those patterns, make sense of where they come from, and learn practical strategies to break them. It is a structured, evidence-based therapy that is highly effective for a wide range of problems, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and stress.
One of the things that makes CBT different from some other therapies is that it is very collaborative. That means we work together as a team. You bring your experience of your life, and I bring psychological knowledge and tools. Together, we develop a shared understanding of your difficulties and agree on the goals you want to achieve.
Sessions are active and focused. Alongside talking things through, I may share techniques or exercises for you to try both in sessions and in between. These might include ways of challenging unhelpful thoughts, practising new behaviours, or developing coping strategies that support your wellbeing. Many people find that the skills they learn in CBT continue to be useful long after therapy has ended.
At its heart, CBT is about helping you move towards the life you want to live. It does not dismiss your struggles, but by understanding them you can find ways to manage them differently. Having online therapy provides a safe, supportive space where we can work at a pace that feels right for you.
How It Works
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ï‚· Initial assessment & formulation: We explore your history, current difficulties, and goals
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Collaborative treatment plan: setting specific, measurable goals.
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Weekly therapy sessions (50–60 mins)
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Homework tasks, exercises, self-monitoring
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Progress review and adjustment
How many session will
I need?
Most people benefit from between 6 and 20 sessions, depending on the complexity of the issues. Some goals may be achieved earlier, and therapy can be paused or revisited later as needed
Who benefits most
from CBT
Adults who are willing to reflect on their thoughts and behaviours, and those motivated for change.
Online vs face-to-face
Online therapy can be just as effective as face-to-face. It offers flexibility and accessibility. Alternatively, if you prefer face-to-face sessions, I also offer these from a private clinic in Stone, Staffordshire.
Free consultation
I offer a 15-minute no-charge consultation (phone or video) to help you see whether we are a good fit, and to explain how sessions work. This is not a full assessment but rather a brief overview to give you the information you need before proceeding with therapy.