Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Bristol

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Monica Stanescu
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
My specialized approach, blending counselling, psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy, is designed for anyone seeking significant emotional and mental transformation.
My interest in psychology and therapeutical approaches sparked about twenty years ago. Going through various adverse childhood experiences, being surrounded by unhealthy behaviours, and displaying unhealthy behaviours, understanding the mind and behaviours become something of high interest. Hence, I went to study psychology. Years later, after much academic training and personal development, I understand that growing is a process that takes time and effort. Still, we can learn to manage it if we become curious about ourselves. Feeling safe and contained with our therapist is essential for our transformative process.
My specialized approach, blending counselling, psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy, is designed for anyone seeking significant emotional and mental transformation.
My interest in psychology and therapeutical approaches sparked about twenty years ago. Going through various adverse childhood experiences, being surrounded by unhealthy behaviours, and displaying unhealthy behaviours, understanding the mind and behaviours become something of high interest. Hence, I went to study psychology. Years later, after much academic training and personal development, I understand that growing is a process that takes time and effort. Still, we can learn to manage it if we become curious about ourselves. Feeling safe and contained with our therapist is essential for our transformative process.
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JC Neuropsychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS11
I am a HCPC-registered and BPS chartered Clinical Neuropsychologist, specialising in offering cognitive assessment and therapy to individuals with neurological conditions.
I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, but compliment this with Cognitive Analytic Therapy and Systemic Therapy. My core ethos is rooted in compassion and a commitment to improving health-related quality of life for people living with neurological conditions.
I am a HCPC-registered and BPS chartered Clinical Neuropsychologist, specialising in offering cognitive assessment and therapy to individuals with neurological conditions.
I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, but compliment this with Cognitive Analytic Therapy and Systemic Therapy. My core ethos is rooted in compassion and a commitment to improving health-related quality of life for people living with neurological conditions.
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Dr Priya Palmer
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS6
In addition, I draw from Attachment, Compassion Focussed, IFS, Narrative, and CBT based therapies in my work.
I am ready to work with you to create change. If you have been struggling with trauma, anxiety, or painful memories that won’t go away, you are not alone. Reaching out for help can be the hardest first step. I work with a range of difficulties: PTSD, low mood, anxiety, panic, phobias, self-esteem, self-criticism, birth trauma and difficult life experiences. I also hold a specialist EMDR interest in working with people who experience anxiety, fears, trauma in relation to skiing. Perhaps you have experienced or witness a ski accident, or have anxiety with heights/chairlifts.
In addition, I draw from Attachment, Compassion Focussed, IFS, Narrative, and CBT based therapies in my work.
I am ready to work with you to create change. If you have been struggling with trauma, anxiety, or painful memories that won’t go away, you are not alone. Reaching out for help can be the hardest first step. I work with a range of difficulties: PTSD, low mood, anxiety, panic, phobias, self-esteem, self-criticism, birth trauma and difficult life experiences. I also hold a specialist EMDR interest in working with people who experience anxiety, fears, trauma in relation to skiing. Perhaps you have experienced or witness a ski accident, or have anxiety with heights/chairlifts.
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Laura Evans
Counsellor, MBABCP
Bristol BS3
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural ( CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) is an effective, evidence-based therapy that helps to identify unhelpful patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and aims to challenge and change these. Therapy will follow a structure, whilst also being adapted to your needs and differences.
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural ( CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) is an effective, evidence-based therapy that helps to identify unhelpful patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and aims to challenge and change these. Therapy will follow a structure, whilst also being adapted to your needs and differences.
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Kate Hannay
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I primarily practice Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I am particularly interested in working with trauma, anger, depression and OCD but enjoy working with almost any problem.
I primarily practice Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I am particularly interested in working with trauma, anger, depression and OCD but enjoy working with almost any problem.
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Graham James Prince
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and mindfulness approaches to help men improve sexual performance and change their behaviour, and tailored talking therapy to help men explore the issues behind their sexual difficulties.
I am a sex and relationship therapist working with men and their partners to fix common psychosexual problems and improve their sex lives and relationships. Whether you are struggling to get aroused (low libido), too anxious to perform (erectile dysfunction), climaxing too quickly or too slowly (premature ejaculation or delayed ejaculation) or lacking confidence in communicating about sex with partners, sex therapy offers effective treatment. I also work with men experiencing sexual behaviour that is compulsive, problematic, or not in line with their beliefs and values.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and mindfulness approaches to help men improve sexual performance and change their behaviour, and tailored talking therapy to help men explore the issues behind their sexual difficulties.
I am a sex and relationship therapist working with men and their partners to fix common psychosexual problems and improve their sex lives and relationships. Whether you are struggling to get aroused (low libido), too anxious to perform (erectile dysfunction), climaxing too quickly or too slowly (premature ejaculation or delayed ejaculation) or lacking confidence in communicating about sex with partners, sex therapy offers effective treatment. I also work with men experiencing sexual behaviour that is compulsive, problematic, or not in line with their beliefs and values.
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Dr Louise Tarrant
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS37
Waitlist for new clients
I have over 20 years of experience providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I help people who are overwhelmed by mental health symptoms or pain flares and who feel guilty about letting others down. I work with people who feel terrified that things will get worse, or who feel confused on whether to rest more or to 'push through'. I teach coping and pain management skills to manage distressing symptoms so you can live life more fully.
I have over 20 years of experience providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I help people who are overwhelmed by mental health symptoms or pain flares and who feel guilty about letting others down. I work with people who feel terrified that things will get worse, or who feel confused on whether to rest more or to 'push through'. I teach coping and pain management skills to manage distressing symptoms so you can live life more fully.
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Dr Matt Sopp
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS8
I am trained in a number of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist. If you, or someone you care about, are struggling and finding things overwhelming, reaching out for help is an important first step. I understand that coming to therapy can feel like a daunting experience, however, I am dedicated to creating a safe space for you to talk through your difficulties and to help you identify your goals.
I am trained in a number of evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist. If you, or someone you care about, are struggling and finding things overwhelming, reaching out for help is an important first step. I understand that coming to therapy can feel like a daunting experience, however, I am dedicated to creating a safe space for you to talk through your difficulties and to help you identify your goals.
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Connect and Change Therapy
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS9
Waitlist for new clients
I draw primarily on Cognitive Behavioural ( CBT/ CBT-E) and systemic approaches.
Hi! I'm Dr Sarah Ensoll - a Clinical Psychologist with 14 years qualified experience working across the lifespan. I am able to support people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties, specialising particularly in eating disorders/difficulties, anxiety problems, OCD, and managing distress or perfectionism/high self-criticism. I am also skilled in working with parents and people experiencing relationship difficulties. I will meet with you to think about the problems you are experiencing and develop a plan for our work together informed by the best research evidence along with your individual experiences, needs and goals.
I draw primarily on Cognitive Behavioural ( CBT/ CBT-E) and systemic approaches.
Hi! I'm Dr Sarah Ensoll - a Clinical Psychologist with 14 years qualified experience working across the lifespan. I am able to support people experiencing a range of psychological difficulties, specialising particularly in eating disorders/difficulties, anxiety problems, OCD, and managing distress or perfectionism/high self-criticism. I am also skilled in working with parents and people experiencing relationship difficulties. I will meet with you to think about the problems you are experiencing and develop a plan for our work together informed by the best research evidence along with your individual experiences, needs and goals.
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Jenny Morgan
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
Hello, I'm Jenny, an accredited CBT/REBT therapist based in Bristol.
My speciality is in Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy, a collaborative and empowering type of CBT centred around changing our self-defeating beliefs, but my approach is integrative, which means I will use other approaches as well that I think will be the most helpful. This means my sessions are tailored, personal and flexible.
Hello, I'm Jenny, an accredited CBT/REBT therapist based in Bristol.
My speciality is in Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy, a collaborative and empowering type of CBT centred around changing our self-defeating beliefs, but my approach is integrative, which means I will use other approaches as well that I think will be the most helpful. This means my sessions are tailored, personal and flexible.
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Dawn Daly
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
We could a use Person Centered, Compassion Focused, Body Focus or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) approach.
Anxiety Counsellor - I work with adults and young people (aged 11+) experiencing all types of anxiety for all kinds of reasons. Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
We could a use Person Centered, Compassion Focused, Body Focus or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) approach.
Anxiety Counsellor - I work with adults and young people (aged 11+) experiencing all types of anxiety for all kinds of reasons. Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
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Dr Ashley Watson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS7
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Hi, I’m Ash. I’m a Clinical Psychologist specialising in helping people heal from trauma and its effects—such as addiction, shame, guilt, and anxiety. For many years, I’ve worked within NHS services, supporting individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often searching for greater meaning or clarity in their lives. Whether in person or online, we will develop a shared understanding of your experiences, working at a pace and in a style that feels safe and supportive. My approach is grounded in evidence-based psychological therapies and shaped by extensive expertise in working with trauma.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Hi, I’m Ash. I’m a Clinical Psychologist specialising in helping people heal from trauma and its effects—such as addiction, shame, guilt, and anxiety. For many years, I’ve worked within NHS services, supporting individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often searching for greater meaning or clarity in their lives. Whether in person or online, we will develop a shared understanding of your experiences, working at a pace and in a style that feels safe and supportive. My approach is grounded in evidence-based psychological therapies and shaped by extensive expertise in working with trauma.
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Mei Choate
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS7
just listening & talking, CBT to recognise and modify unhelpful thinking styles and beliefs, mindfulness based stress reduction, assertiveness and communication skills, emotional regulation and distress tolerance (DBT), exploring effects of childhood and upbringing (psychodynamic), letting go and forgiveness, working through loss and bereavement
I am a caring, patient, and warm person and offer a safe, non-judgmental, accepting environment, where you can feel at ease and discuss what brings you to counselling. . Whether it is for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, low self-esteem, bereavement, relationships or cross-cultural issues. Having lived in the Far East and EU, I bring a lived understanding of the challenges some clients face negotiating different cultures, values and beliefs. I am an experienced BACP-accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist using an integrative approach, drawing on various models to best serve the unique person you are.
just listening & talking, CBT to recognise and modify unhelpful thinking styles and beliefs, mindfulness based stress reduction, assertiveness and communication skills, emotional regulation and distress tolerance (DBT), exploring effects of childhood and upbringing (psychodynamic), letting go and forgiveness, working through loss and bereavement
I am a caring, patient, and warm person and offer a safe, non-judgmental, accepting environment, where you can feel at ease and discuss what brings you to counselling. . Whether it is for anxiety, depression, panic attacks, OCD, low self-esteem, bereavement, relationships or cross-cultural issues. Having lived in the Far East and EU, I bring a lived understanding of the challenges some clients face negotiating different cultures, values and beliefs. I am an experienced BACP-accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist using an integrative approach, drawing on various models to best serve the unique person you are.
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Andrea Herbert
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS8
My clinical practice is influenced by Compassionate Mind/Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, ACT, CBT & Schema Therapy.
I work with people experiencing difficulties such as comple trauma/PTSD, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, inner self critics, stress/burnout & depression; including Veterans. These symptoms can be associated with traumatic events in childhood/adulthood; sexual abuse, personal injury, loss & bereavement, abuse, bullying & domestic violence, active service. I aim to help people recover from the effects of these stressful events on personal functioning & relationships. I also help adjustment to life challenges including health conditions & life transitions; adolescence, parenting, relationship beginning/ending & divorce, & retirement.
My clinical practice is influenced by Compassionate Mind/Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, ACT, CBT & Schema Therapy.
I work with people experiencing difficulties such as comple trauma/PTSD, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, inner self critics, stress/burnout & depression; including Veterans. These symptoms can be associated with traumatic events in childhood/adulthood; sexual abuse, personal injury, loss & bereavement, abuse, bullying & domestic violence, active service. I aim to help people recover from the effects of these stressful events on personal functioning & relationships. I also help adjustment to life challenges including health conditions & life transitions; adolescence, parenting, relationship beginning/ending & divorce, & retirement.
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Kayla Dunkley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Bristol BS6
The modalities I draw from are humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive therapy.
An integrative approach to therapy acknowledges that everyone is unique, so it would be unrealistic to expect the exact same therapeutic approach to work for every person. By taking into account your personal frame of reference, and the way you function and feel, I will collaborate with you and draw from the relevant approaches that best fit you.
The modalities I draw from are humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive therapy.
An integrative approach to therapy acknowledges that everyone is unique, so it would be unrealistic to expect the exact same therapeutic approach to work for every person. By taking into account your personal frame of reference, and the way you function and feel, I will collaborate with you and draw from the relevant approaches that best fit you.
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Dr Kate Eden (Bsc Phd Dclinpsy)
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist who draws on many modalities within my therapeutic work including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systemic Therapy and Compassion Focussed therapy.
I am privileged to work with individuals experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, low motivation, bereavement, and relationship challenges. Whatever your reason for seeking a therapist, we will work together to find the most helpful way to reach your goals and allow you to live the life you aspire to.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who draws on many modalities within my therapeutic work including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Systemic Therapy and Compassion Focussed therapy.
I am privileged to work with individuals experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, low motivation, bereavement, and relationship challenges. Whatever your reason for seeking a therapist, we will work together to find the most helpful way to reach your goals and allow you to live the life you aspire to.
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Alison Edwards Therapy, Coaching and Supervision
Psychologist, MSc, FMBPsS
Online Only
My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I qualified in 2008, after a 12 month NHS placement and MSc in Psychological Therapy, accredited by the British Psychological Society. I'm experienced in several therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), mindfulness, person-centred counselling, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
I qualified in 2008, after a 12 month NHS placement and MSc in Psychological Therapy, accredited by the British Psychological Society. I'm experienced in several therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy), mindfulness, person-centred counselling, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
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Bristol Wellness
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS8
I utilize a range of modalities including: Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Mindfulness.
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist that trained in NYC. I have 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I created Bristol Wellness to bring root cause medicine to mental health. My goal is to teach you skills to remediate uncomfortable symptoms whilst also eradicating lifestyle and environmental triggers. I have witnessed profound and lasting changes when factors such as: heavy metals, mould exposure, and toxins are factored into care. I specialize in trauma support, chronic illness, grief, anxiety, depression, and nutritional psychiatry. It is my passion to help people get back to living.
I utilize a range of modalities including: Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Mindfulness.
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist that trained in NYC. I have 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I created Bristol Wellness to bring root cause medicine to mental health. My goal is to teach you skills to remediate uncomfortable symptoms whilst also eradicating lifestyle and environmental triggers. I have witnessed profound and lasting changes when factors such as: heavy metals, mould exposure, and toxins are factored into care. I specialize in trauma support, chronic illness, grief, anxiety, depression, and nutritional psychiatry. It is my passion to help people get back to living.
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UK Online Counselling, Monica Sala
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
My Integrative approach is informed by Transactional Analysis, Internal Family Systems, Attachment theory and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy theories, tailored to your personal therapy needs that we identify together.
Hi, I'm Monica, an Integrative Psychotherapist with 30 years experience in a number of face-to-face settings including solely online since 2010. Following a specialist training while living as an Expat, I am committed to offering therapy online to a professional standard. Working with individual adult clients across a range of diversity, I'm skilled in exploring relationship difficulties and toxicity, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, stress and bereavement among them. As for all us, these can often overlap, especially when past pain is re-triggered in the present and/or old coping strategies become stuck.
My Integrative approach is informed by Transactional Analysis, Internal Family Systems, Attachment theory and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy theories, tailored to your personal therapy needs that we identify together.
Hi, I'm Monica, an Integrative Psychotherapist with 30 years experience in a number of face-to-face settings including solely online since 2010. Following a specialist training while living as an Expat, I am committed to offering therapy online to a professional standard. Working with individual adult clients across a range of diversity, I'm skilled in exploring relationship difficulties and toxicity, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, stress and bereavement among them. As for all us, these can often overlap, especially when past pain is re-triggered in the present and/or old coping strategies become stuck.
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Dr Stephanie Davis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Bristol BS8
I also draw upon systemic, CBT and EMDR.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and a member of The British Psychological Society (BPS). I believe in therapy being client-centred and work with each person to help develop an understanding of current difficulties to identify goals and promote psychological wellbeing.  I tend to vary the approach I use therapeutically, being guided both by the evidence base but most importantly in collaboration with you.
I also draw upon systemic, CBT and EMDR.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and a member of The British Psychological Society (BPS). I believe in therapy being client-centred and work with each person to help develop an understanding of current difficulties to identify goals and promote psychological wellbeing.  I tend to vary the approach I use therapeutically, being guided both by the evidence base but most importantly in collaboration with you.
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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.