Areas of Counselling
I deal with, but not limited to:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Stress, Work-Related Issues, and Burnout
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Relationship Difficulties
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Low Self-Esteem and Confidence
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Domestic Violence
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Narcissistic Abuse
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Trauma and PTSD
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Panic Attacks
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Intrusive Thoughts
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Phobias and Fears
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Grief and Loss
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Body Image Concerns
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a structured and practical therapy that helps you
understand and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. It focuses on the present, working with you to build new ways of coping and improving your daily life.
How Did It Start?
CBT was developed in the 1960s by Aaron Beck, who noticed that negative thoughts can shape how we feel and act. It brings together ideas from both behavioural and cognitive psychology to create a practical and evidence-based way of working.
How Does CBT Work?
CBT is a collaborative process. In sessions, we’ll look at how your thoughts and feelings link to your actions and explore how to shift these patterns. You’ll learn tools and strategies to challenge unhelpful thinking and build more helpful habits.
Sessions are usually structured, focused on your goals, and based on what’s happening in your life right now.
What Can CBT Help With?
CBT can support a wide range of challenges, including and more:
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Anxiety and worry
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Depression and low mood
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OCD and intrusive thoughts
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Panic attacks
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Phobias and fears
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Relationship issues and stress
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Anger and emotional overwhelm
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) isn't solely for mental health challenges—it also offers valuable support for individuals managing long-term physical health conditions.
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For instance, CBT has been shown to help alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life for those living with:
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
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By addressing the connection between thoughts, feelings, and physical symptoms, CBT provides practical strategies to manage these conditions more effectively.
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It’s also recommended by the NHS and NICE Guidelines, for many of these difficulties, because it’s proven to help people feel better and manage life’s challenges more confidently.
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Why Choose CBT?​
CBT gives you practical skills you can use straight away in your daily life. It’s an active, problem-solving approach that helps you make positive changes and build resilience.
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By working together, we’ll find strategies that work for you and support you in moving towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Is CBT Right for You?​
If you feel stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour that hold you back, CBT might be a good fit.
It’s a collaborative, supportive process — and with the right guidance, it can help you find more clarity, self-belief, and confidence in your everyday life.