Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Lewisham, London

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Rebecca Andrews
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE23  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
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Vanesa Bonilla
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE8  (Online Only)
I'm a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, with several years of expeience working in different NHS settings, providing psychological support for people struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disregulation, self-harm, trauma and PTSD (including medical trauma)... I also have experience working with people who have challenging health conditions (in particular diabetes) and need suppot managing the mental distress related to the life adaptations needed to manage those conditions. Previous to that, I completed an MSc in addiction counselling and have experience working in this area. I offer sessions both in English and Spanish
I'm a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, with several years of expeience working in different NHS settings, providing psychological support for people struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disregulation, self-harm, trauma and PTSD (including medical trauma)... I also have experience working with people who have challenging health conditions (in particular diabetes) and need suppot managing the mental distress related to the life adaptations needed to manage those conditions. Previous to that, I completed an MSc in addiction counselling and have experience working in this area. I offer sessions both in English and Spanish
020 3816 3566 View 020 3816 3566
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Lauren White
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE23  (Online Only)
I offer specialised therapeutic approaches including CBT, ACT and DBT.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
I offer specialised therapeutic approaches including CBT, ACT and DBT.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
07481 363529 View 07481 363529
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Katie Simpson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE6  (Online Only)
I have worked as a therapist for over ten years with a wide range of people from different backgrounds and with a variety of difficulties. My training and early experience began in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, before developing myself further with Compassionate, EMDR, Mentalisation based, Schema and Narrative therapies. Within the NHS my practice has been in both primary and secondary care psychological therapy services and I have worked in specialist anxiety and trauma teams. I have a particular interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder including complex PTSD, and anxiety disorders.
I have worked as a therapist for over ten years with a wide range of people from different backgrounds and with a variety of difficulties. My training and early experience began in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, before developing myself further with Compassionate, EMDR, Mentalisation based, Schema and Narrative therapies. Within the NHS my practice has been in both primary and secondary care psychological therapy services and I have worked in specialist anxiety and trauma teams. I have a particular interest in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder including complex PTSD, and anxiety disorders.
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Dr Georgina Lehmann
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisham, London SE8  (Online Only)
The main approach I use is CBT.
Hi, I'm Georgina. I believe we are all trying to live the lives we want to. Sometimes, through no fault of our own, our experiences and coping strategies can get in the way of us connecting to the life we want. By drawing on psychological theories, I can support you to understand your personal story and make sense of your difficulties. This understanding can go a long way in empowering you to make those desired life changes. It will also guide us to the therapeutic strategies that are best suited to your individual difficulties and that will support you further on your journey to psychological well-being.
The main approach I use is CBT.
Hi, I'm Georgina. I believe we are all trying to live the lives we want to. Sometimes, through no fault of our own, our experiences and coping strategies can get in the way of us connecting to the life we want. By drawing on psychological theories, I can support you to understand your personal story and make sense of your difficulties. This understanding can go a long way in empowering you to make those desired life changes. It will also guide us to the therapeutic strategies that are best suited to your individual difficulties and that will support you further on your journey to psychological well-being.
07544 861297 View 07544 861297
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Sonia Hoyte
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisham, London SE6
I work integratively using Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies to find what works best for you.
Worried you can’t get your head straight and feeling full? Perhaps you’re in the grip of strong emotions that you can’t control or maybe you can’t feel at all. You know something in your life isn’t right, but not where to start to get help. You may feel like you’re a burden. Talking to someone may seem daunting and you may worry you won’t find the right words. You just want to feel normal again. To be yourself. It may be stress, depression, relationships, addiction, past trauma, or something else. What you could do with is someone that you feel comfortable with; who listens and gets it. Call me now and let’s get you back on track.
I work integratively using Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies to find what works best for you.
Worried you can’t get your head straight and feeling full? Perhaps you’re in the grip of strong emotions that you can’t control or maybe you can’t feel at all. You know something in your life isn’t right, but not where to start to get help. You may feel like you’re a burden. Talking to someone may seem daunting and you may worry you won’t find the right words. You just want to feel normal again. To be yourself. It may be stress, depression, relationships, addiction, past trauma, or something else. What you could do with is someone that you feel comfortable with; who listens and gets it. Call me now and let’s get you back on track.
020 4538 3409 View 020 4538 3409
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Nicole Krokidis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE6
I am trained in CBT, DBT approaches, narrative approaches, solution focused approaches, NVR parenting, positive behaviour support and systemic interventions.
I offer specialist clinical psychology assessment, formulation and treatment to children, adolescents, parents and young adults based in South East London. I can offer face to face sessions in Blackheath or online therapy.
I am trained in CBT, DBT approaches, narrative approaches, solution focused approaches, NVR parenting, positive behaviour support and systemic interventions.
I offer specialist clinical psychology assessment, formulation and treatment to children, adolescents, parents and young adults based in South East London. I can offer face to face sessions in Blackheath or online therapy.
020 3835 3542 View 020 3835 3542
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Alun Jones
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE3
I've been coaching for over 20 years, and also draw upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy tools, as well as Emotional Freedom Technique where appropriate and where you are comfortable with it.
I work with people who feel stressed, depressed, anxious, or perhaps a little bit lost and need some help to relax, feel more self confident and balanced, and more able to cope and enjoy their life more happily. We can all feel down, depressed, and lost at times, but with gentleness, patience, and support it can be changed. Some of my clients just need some help getting clear on their aims and goals and taking actions to get there. Some clients need more ongoing support to help them cope with day-to-day stresses, and also with building their self confidence and self esteem.
I've been coaching for over 20 years, and also draw upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy tools, as well as Emotional Freedom Technique where appropriate and where you are comfortable with it.
I work with people who feel stressed, depressed, anxious, or perhaps a little bit lost and need some help to relax, feel more self confident and balanced, and more able to cope and enjoy their life more happily. We can all feel down, depressed, and lost at times, but with gentleness, patience, and support it can be changed. Some of my clients just need some help getting clear on their aims and goals and taking actions to get there. Some clients need more ongoing support to help them cope with day-to-day stresses, and also with building their self confidence and self esteem.
020 8103 5606 View 020 8103 5606
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Tony Dikan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE13
Hello and thank you for getting this far - making the first steps towards finding a therapist is not always straight-forward. I am the clinical lead for an NHS mental health service in east London and also offer private therapy sessions to individuals. I trained to be a CBT Therapist at the Institute of Psychiatry in 2011 and having been using these skills to help people from all walks of life and backgrounds ever since. My intention is to meet all my clients with warmth and compassion and to support you to make the most significant changes that you can manage in the shortest amount of time.
Hello and thank you for getting this far - making the first steps towards finding a therapist is not always straight-forward. I am the clinical lead for an NHS mental health service in east London and also offer private therapy sessions to individuals. I trained to be a CBT Therapist at the Institute of Psychiatry in 2011 and having been using these skills to help people from all walks of life and backgrounds ever since. My intention is to meet all my clients with warmth and compassion and to support you to make the most significant changes that you can manage in the shortest amount of time.
020 3597 5954 View 020 3597 5954
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Dr Veniece Hibbert
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Not Verified Not Verified
Lewisham, London SE4
I prefer to adopt an integrative approach, with you at the centre, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Humanistic approaches.
Sometimes we reach a point in life where we struggle to see clearly and we even become uncertain about the future and even begin to question our relationships. For some of us, its unhealthy patterns and cycles that we keep on repeating, and find difficult to break free from. There are times in our lives, where the dark cloud of depression overpowers us and it feels like there is no escape, or anxiety that can at times feel crippling. At times we question our self worth and need help rebuilding our confidence back, and restabilising purpose in our lives. Whatever the issues are that you are facing, change is possible!
I prefer to adopt an integrative approach, with you at the centre, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Humanistic approaches.
Sometimes we reach a point in life where we struggle to see clearly and we even become uncertain about the future and even begin to question our relationships. For some of us, its unhealthy patterns and cycles that we keep on repeating, and find difficult to break free from. There are times in our lives, where the dark cloud of depression overpowers us and it feels like there is no escape, or anxiety that can at times feel crippling. At times we question our self worth and need help rebuilding our confidence back, and restabilising purpose in our lives. Whatever the issues are that you are facing, change is possible!
020 3962 1380 View 020 3962 1380
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Dr Maxine King
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE13  (Online Only)
I am trained in a variety of evidenced-based psychological therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and CBT third wave approaches including dialectical behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and schema therapy.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and cognitive behavioural psychotherapist who has been in clinical practice since 2004. I offer modern, evidenced-based psychological therapy for adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I specialise in working with anxiety (including obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic and post traumatic stress disorder), depression, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
I am trained in a variety of evidenced-based psychological therapies, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and CBT third wave approaches including dialectical behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and schema therapy.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and cognitive behavioural psychotherapist who has been in clinical practice since 2004. I offer modern, evidenced-based psychological therapy for adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I specialise in working with anxiety (including obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic and post traumatic stress disorder), depression, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
01689 661687 View 01689 661687
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Marjorie Reid
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE6
My main model is person-centred but I offer an integrative approach based on individual needs, drawing on CBT, psychodynamic and short term solution focused approaches to enhance the therapeutic process.
I offer a compassionate, safe and confidential environment that supports the exploration and expression of feelings, thoughts, beliefs and circumstances that may be having an adverse effect on emotional well-being and quality of life. Sometimes we just need a space to be still and reflect, a space where we feel accepted, understood and supported in gaining a deeper awareness into why we behave the way we do, or that can offer us an alternative perspective on challenging life situations. My aim is to support you in making sense of your life and working with you in moving to where you would like to be.
My main model is person-centred but I offer an integrative approach based on individual needs, drawing on CBT, psychodynamic and short term solution focused approaches to enhance the therapeutic process.
I offer a compassionate, safe and confidential environment that supports the exploration and expression of feelings, thoughts, beliefs and circumstances that may be having an adverse effect on emotional well-being and quality of life. Sometimes we just need a space to be still and reflect, a space where we feel accepted, understood and supported in gaining a deeper awareness into why we behave the way we do, or that can offer us an alternative perspective on challenging life situations. My aim is to support you in making sense of your life and working with you in moving to where you would like to be.
020 4538 3734 View 020 4538 3734
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Alice Jane Leslie
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE23
I am Alice, a Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Based Therapy Teacher. I have over nine years’ experience working in NHS mental health services and privately. I enjoy working with a wide variety of individuals, helping adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, panic, phobias and numerous other adjustment difficulties. I have a particular passion for supporting women during pregnancy and the perinatal period and am a perinatal specialist for the NHS in Southwark as well as in my private practice.
I am Alice, a Cognitive Behaviour Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Based Therapy Teacher. I have over nine years’ experience working in NHS mental health services and privately. I enjoy working with a wide variety of individuals, helping adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, panic, phobias and numerous other adjustment difficulties. I have a particular passion for supporting women during pregnancy and the perinatal period and am a perinatal specialist for the NHS in Southwark as well as in my private practice.
020 3958 4161 View 020 3958 4161
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Pauline Brown
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisham, London SE12  (Online Only)
I also offer CBT skills for ongoing anxiety.
I am a BACP (Accred) Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor. I work particularly with attachment with our initial caregivers and how these relationships may cause us to experience difficulties in adult life. I offer affordable short and long-term counselling in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where you can talk and feel heard. I specialise in generalised anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bereavement, alcohol addiction issues, trauma, low self esteem, anger management, issues of loneliness and isolation, ongoing family difficulties. I currently support clients via ZOOM and would love to hear from you.
I also offer CBT skills for ongoing anxiety.
I am a BACP (Accred) Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor. I work particularly with attachment with our initial caregivers and how these relationships may cause us to experience difficulties in adult life. I offer affordable short and long-term counselling in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where you can talk and feel heard. I specialise in generalised anxiety, panic attacks, depression, bereavement, alcohol addiction issues, trauma, low self esteem, anger management, issues of loneliness and isolation, ongoing family difficulties. I currently support clients via ZOOM and would love to hear from you.
01689 664643 View 01689 664643
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Lucy Sawyer Dclinpsy Cpsychol
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE23
I have had extensive training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, narrative and systemic approaches.
The 'everyday experiences of life' can present many challenges. It can be valuable to take time to talk about feelings of anxiety, low mood, anger, worry or relational issues, or habits or behaviours that you would like to move on from. I am committed to helping people develop and achieve what is important to them, in accordance with their values and beliefs. Talking can help us to climb up above an issue and look down on it, like viewing the terrain of our lives from a high vantage point. This new perspective can suggest new ways round obstacles and new ways forwards.
I have had extensive training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioural, solution-focused, narrative and systemic approaches.
The 'everyday experiences of life' can present many challenges. It can be valuable to take time to talk about feelings of anxiety, low mood, anger, worry or relational issues, or habits or behaviours that you would like to move on from. I am committed to helping people develop and achieve what is important to them, in accordance with their values and beliefs. Talking can help us to climb up above an issue and look down on it, like viewing the terrain of our lives from a high vantage point. This new perspective can suggest new ways round obstacles and new ways forwards.
07723 455982 View 07723 455982
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Elizabeth Helen Lunn
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE12  (Online Only)
I will ultimately incorporate more practical interventions, such as those informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
An aspiring Counselling Psychologist nearing the end of training, and a registered counsellor/psychotherapist with the BACP. In addition to private practice, I have three years' NHS experience, working with depression, anxiety, long-term health problems, addictions, personality disorders, bereavement and psychosexual issues. I adopt an assimilative approach to therapy, tending to predominantly draw upon psychodynamic theory (more specifically attachment theory), where focus is on the psychological roots of emotional suffering.
I will ultimately incorporate more practical interventions, such as those informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
An aspiring Counselling Psychologist nearing the end of training, and a registered counsellor/psychotherapist with the BACP. In addition to private practice, I have three years' NHS experience, working with depression, anxiety, long-term health problems, addictions, personality disorders, bereavement and psychosexual issues. I adopt an assimilative approach to therapy, tending to predominantly draw upon psychodynamic theory (more specifically attachment theory), where focus is on the psychological roots of emotional suffering.
020 4538 0021 View 020 4538 0021
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Peter Lasek
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE13
I’m an Integrative Counsellor and I provide highly specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Person-Centred Therapy. Working as a short and long term counselling for Adult clients. I'm working face to face and online (via Zoom or Skype) I have helped many people overcome depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias, relationship
I’m an Integrative Counsellor and I provide highly specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Person-Centred Therapy. Working as a short and long term counselling for Adult clients. I'm working face to face and online (via Zoom or Skype) I have helped many people overcome depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias, relationship
01865 951490 View 01865 951490
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Ozde Gul Demir
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE12  (Online Only)
I am using a couple of therapy models Schema therapy, CBT.
Hello. I am Özde. I have been working for six years as a psychologist. My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar..I also take a session a client who has struggle Anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression and panic attack. I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
I am using a couple of therapy models Schema therapy, CBT.
Hello. I am Özde. I have been working for six years as a psychologist. My area of expertise is individual teeneager and adult personality disorders, especially Borderline, Schizophrenia, OCD, Bipolar..I also take a session a client who has struggle Anxiety disorders, PTSD, depression and panic attack. I always try to help people learn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
01202 125274 View 01202 125274
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Counselling Matters Bexley
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE13
At counselling matters Bexley we work with adults and young people (5-18 years) who are experiencing difficulties such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, self-harm, anger problems and more. Our affordable counselling costs per session are £33 face to face or £28 online/phone. Our affordable CBT sessions cost £40 face to face or £35 online/phone. We also offer affordable sessions with 4th year trainee counsellors for £25 face to face or £20 online/phone. We also offer family therapy at £45 face to face or £40 online. We offer NLP sessions at £40 face to face or £35 online/phone.
At counselling matters Bexley we work with adults and young people (5-18 years) who are experiencing difficulties such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, self-harm, anger problems and more. Our affordable counselling costs per session are £33 face to face or £28 online/phone. Our affordable CBT sessions cost £40 face to face or £35 online/phone. We also offer affordable sessions with 4th year trainee counsellors for £25 face to face or £20 online/phone. We also offer family therapy at £45 face to face or £40 online. We offer NLP sessions at £40 face to face or £35 online/phone.
020 4538 7119 View 020 4538 7119
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Dr George Samoilis
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Lewisham, London SE13
This practically means that I adapt the way I work to meet the person’s needs drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Systemic, Narrative, Attachment and Gestalt.
I have experience working with individuals across a range of presentations such as low mood and depression, anxiety and OCD, gender identity, self-esteem issues, bereavement, phobias, emotional regulation difficulties , autism/ neurodiversity, ADHD, and difficulties with interpersonal relationships.I believe that unprocessed experiences impact on our well-being. Thus, constructive change requires an understanding of how unresolved issues interact with present 'difficulties' which in turn influence our future direction. I am lecturer in Higher Education with NHS experience. I can offer online sessions or FTF at London Bridge.
This practically means that I adapt the way I work to meet the person’s needs drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Systemic, Narrative, Attachment and Gestalt.
I have experience working with individuals across a range of presentations such as low mood and depression, anxiety and OCD, gender identity, self-esteem issues, bereavement, phobias, emotional regulation difficulties , autism/ neurodiversity, ADHD, and difficulties with interpersonal relationships.I believe that unprocessed experiences impact on our well-being. Thus, constructive change requires an understanding of how unresolved issues interact with present 'difficulties' which in turn influence our future direction. I am lecturer in Higher Education with NHS experience. I can offer online sessions or FTF at London Bridge.
020 3835 4439 View 020 3835 4439

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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.