Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Sandhurst

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Tania Foad
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Sandhurst GU47  (Online Only)
I have over 20 years of mental health experience working in the NHS and in private practice. I offer cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT) and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). My treatments are guided by (but not restricted to) NICE guidelines. I have extensive experience of working with a range of difficulties including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, insomnia, binge eating disorders and obesity. I will see clients for weight loss at a reduced rate and I am also a nutritional coach. Please see my website for details.
I have over 20 years of mental health experience working in the NHS and in private practice. I offer cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT) and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). My treatments are guided by (but not restricted to) NICE guidelines. I have extensive experience of working with a range of difficulties including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, insomnia, binge eating disorders and obesity. I will see clients for weight loss at a reduced rate and I am also a nutritional coach. Please see my website for details.
01276 543758 View 01276 543758
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Ali Sanchez
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sandhurst GU47
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
Are you going through a difficult time in your life? depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma, disorders? Finding it hard to cope? lonely, confused, lost and uncertain what to do without someone who can listen and understand you? There can be times in your life when you need someone to talk to, listen to you or just be quiet with. Often this is not possible with your partner, family or friends and you may need a different perspective from someone that is not part of your life. Counselling can help you understand your thinking, your feelings the ways in which you act, helping you to make better life choices.
01252 986030 View 01252 986030
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Reflective Minds Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Sandhurst GU47
Finding yourself in need of someone to talk to? If your currently finding things difficult, whether that's due to recent events or past experiences, please know you are not alone. Counselling can offer valuable support during these times and I can provide a non judgmental, confidential environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and explore your thoughts and feelings. It can be hard and even a bit scary reaching out for support, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. I can offer warmth and empathy and hope to build a trusting therapeutic relationship through our work together, where you feel safe and heard.
Finding yourself in need of someone to talk to? If your currently finding things difficult, whether that's due to recent events or past experiences, please know you are not alone. Counselling can offer valuable support during these times and I can provide a non judgmental, confidential environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and explore your thoughts and feelings. It can be hard and even a bit scary reaching out for support, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. I can offer warmth and empathy and hope to build a trusting therapeutic relationship through our work together, where you feel safe and heard.
07767 829266 View 07767 829266
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Serene Beginnings
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Sandhurst GU47
Do you find yourself saying ‘I’m fine’ when someone asks ‘How are you?’, but inside you are crumbling? Do you find yourself putting a mask on whenever you are around others in fear of them seeing what is really going on inside? Or do you find yourself ignoring your emotions and just pushing them away and not giving yourself the time to explore how you are really feeling? Life can be incredibly challenging at times and I understand how some life experiences can have a big impact on us and can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. Before you know it, you have lost direction and feel stuck and unable to find your way back.
Do you find yourself saying ‘I’m fine’ when someone asks ‘How are you?’, but inside you are crumbling? Do you find yourself putting a mask on whenever you are around others in fear of them seeing what is really going on inside? Or do you find yourself ignoring your emotions and just pushing them away and not giving yourself the time to explore how you are really feeling? Life can be incredibly challenging at times and I understand how some life experiences can have a big impact on us and can leave us feeling overwhelmed and confused. Before you know it, you have lost direction and feel stuck and unable to find your way back.
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Brenda MacLachlan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sandhurst GU47
Not accepting new clients
As an integrative therapist, clinical hypnotherapist and psychology graduate, I will draw on many different modalities such as CBT, NLP, EFT, Solution Focussed Therapy, Person Centred, Psychodynamic modalities and Clarkson’s Relational Model to create an individual approach that will compliment your specific issue and your relationship style.
Are you feeling lost and confused? Are thoughts whirling in your head leaving you feeling exhausted? Maybe you have a major life decision to make, or have had to adjust to a change that you did not want? Do all your relationships end the same way, and you want to learn how to stop repeating the pattern? Whatever reason you have for looking for counselling, I’d like to reassure you that I have probably already helped someone in your situation, and I can help you. The first step, asking for help, is the hardest.
As an integrative therapist, clinical hypnotherapist and psychology graduate, I will draw on many different modalities such as CBT, NLP, EFT, Solution Focussed Therapy, Person Centred, Psychodynamic modalities and Clarkson’s Relational Model to create an individual approach that will compliment your specific issue and your relationship style.
Are you feeling lost and confused? Are thoughts whirling in your head leaving you feeling exhausted? Maybe you have a major life decision to make, or have had to adjust to a change that you did not want? Do all your relationships end the same way, and you want to learn how to stop repeating the pattern? Whatever reason you have for looking for counselling, I’d like to reassure you that I have probably already helped someone in your situation, and I can help you. The first step, asking for help, is the hardest.
0118 230 0200 View 0118 230 0200

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Emma Rigby
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Crowthorne RG45
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in a number of evidenced based therapy modalities these include, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist and how I practice.  If you, or someone you care about are struggling, and certain aspects of life are feeling overwhelming, reaching out for help is such an important first step. Many of us are affected by mental health issues at some point in life, through our own experiences, or somebody close to us. I am dedicated in helping you to better understand these difficulties and to provide you with the tools you need to achieve emotional wellbeing.
I am trained in a number of evidenced based therapy modalities these include, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and find out more about my experience as a therapist and how I practice.  If you, or someone you care about are struggling, and certain aspects of life are feeling overwhelming, reaching out for help is such an important first step. Many of us are affected by mental health issues at some point in life, through our own experiences, or somebody close to us. I am dedicated in helping you to better understand these difficulties and to provide you with the tools you need to achieve emotional wellbeing.
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Dr Charlotte Curran
Psychologist, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
I specialise in CBT and will work with you and your therapy goals to get you back on track and feeling confident to face life’s challenges.
Having qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from UCL in 2007, I have extensive experience working within the NHS and privately. I work with individuals age 16 years and above to support them in understanding and managing their depression and anxiety.
I specialise in CBT and will work with you and your therapy goals to get you back on track and feeling confident to face life’s challenges.
Having qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from UCL in 2007, I have extensive experience working within the NHS and privately. I work with individuals age 16 years and above to support them in understanding and managing their depression and anxiety.
020 3872 3745 View 020 3872 3745
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Iren Birinyi
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
I am an experienced National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Accredited Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, offering you my support and expertise.
Finding things difficult recently? Is it stress, anxiety, isolation, guilt, shame, low mood, controlling issues, fear of failure or negative judgement/criticism, uncertainty, lack of goals/motivation, no life purpose, feeling lost, low self-esteem/confidence/worth, sleeping difficulties, loss of a loved one, pleasing people, unable to say NO, lack of self acceptance? You are not alone! I'm here to listen! Life can challenge us all sometimes, but we can manage those issues and emotions by learning the right skills, make time for self-reflection, rethink our values and beliefs, and practice gratitude and compassion.
I am an experienced National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Accredited Integrative Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, offering you my support and expertise.
Finding things difficult recently? Is it stress, anxiety, isolation, guilt, shame, low mood, controlling issues, fear of failure or negative judgement/criticism, uncertainty, lack of goals/motivation, no life purpose, feeling lost, low self-esteem/confidence/worth, sleeping difficulties, loss of a loved one, pleasing people, unable to say NO, lack of self acceptance? You are not alone! I'm here to listen! Life can challenge us all sometimes, but we can manage those issues and emotions by learning the right skills, make time for self-reflection, rethink our values and beliefs, and practice gratitude and compassion.
01276 543360 View 01276 543360
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Gail Dee
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Crowthorne RG45  (Online Only)
As choosing to see a Psychologist is such a personal decision I would like to tell you a bit about myself and my experience. I have worked as a Psychologist for the past eighteen years in the NHS, local authority and private practice. I am trained in EMDR and Systemic Family Therapy and use a combination of these and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and CBT depending on your presenting difficulties. I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults for a number of presenting difficulties and have a special interest in working with trauma, anxiety and conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
As choosing to see a Psychologist is such a personal decision I would like to tell you a bit about myself and my experience. I have worked as a Psychologist for the past eighteen years in the NHS, local authority and private practice. I am trained in EMDR and Systemic Family Therapy and use a combination of these and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and CBT depending on your presenting difficulties. I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults for a number of presenting difficulties and have a special interest in working with trauma, anxiety and conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
01737 949563 View 01737 949563
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Madeleine Tebbet
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
I am trained in a range of theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), ACT and systemic approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
I am trained in a range of theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), ACT and systemic approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
01252 942467 View 01252 942467
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Louise O'Connell Bacp Accredited Emdr Trained
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
I have additional post graduate training in CBT, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, EMDR and energy psychotherapy which includes emotional freedom technique.
BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR, attachment-based, energy psychology. With over 15 years of broad clinical experience. I can help you process and recover from challenging and traumatic experiences, losses or endings, including relationships breakdown. Our sessions will help you to create strategies, manage feelings including anxiety panic, gain emotional regulation. Sessions can help you to understand yourself from an attachment theory point of view, helping you understand how you get your needs met, help you to grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance deepen compassion, and help you access joy and contentment in life.
I have additional post graduate training in CBT, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, EMDR and energy psychotherapy which includes emotional freedom technique.
BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR, attachment-based, energy psychology. With over 15 years of broad clinical experience. I can help you process and recover from challenging and traumatic experiences, losses or endings, including relationships breakdown. Our sessions will help you to create strategies, manage feelings including anxiety panic, gain emotional regulation. Sessions can help you to understand yourself from an attachment theory point of view, helping you understand how you get your needs met, help you to grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance deepen compassion, and help you access joy and contentment in life.
01689 667427 View 01689 667427
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Angela Robertson
Counsellor, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
Blackwater GU17
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
01689 664434 View 01689 664434
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Mandy McGinnes Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Minley GU17
My training is Integrative, which means I can draw on various approaches which include Person Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT and Existentialism.
Welcome ... And a little about me ... Hello, my name is Mandy, I would like to begin by offering you a very warm welcome to my website. I would also like to acknowledge the courage it has potentially taken for you to consider the prospect of counselling. ​ For many the thought, the idea of counselling is daunting. Sharing your inner self with someone unfamiliar. The fear of the unknown can seem immense, your feelings are very valid and very real.
My training is Integrative, which means I can draw on various approaches which include Person Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT and Existentialism.
Welcome ... And a little about me ... Hello, my name is Mandy, I would like to begin by offering you a very warm welcome to my website. I would also like to acknowledge the courage it has potentially taken for you to consider the prospect of counselling. ​ For many the thought, the idea of counselling is daunting. Sharing your inner self with someone unfamiliar. The fear of the unknown can seem immense, your feelings are very valid and very real.
07962 925856 View 07962 925856
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Nic Perrins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
My approach to therapy is pluralistic and integrated, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including person-centred therapy (PCT), cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT), and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT).
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or panic attacks? Perhaps you're struggling with grief or feeling lost. It’s okay to seek help, and I’m here to support you on your journey to wellness. My name is Nic, and I am a highly qualified integrative therapist with extensive experience in helping clients navigate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings. Contact me for a free introductory call, and let's navigate your path to wellness together.
My approach to therapy is pluralistic and integrated, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including person-centred therapy (PCT), cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT), and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT).
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or panic attacks? Perhaps you're struggling with grief or feeling lost. It’s okay to seek help, and I’m here to support you on your journey to wellness. My name is Nic, and I am a highly qualified integrative therapist with extensive experience in helping clients navigate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings. Contact me for a free introductory call, and let's navigate your path to wellness together.
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Naomi Page
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Minley GU17
The approaches that I draw from include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness Approaches, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I work with clients with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, mood swings, phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour, difficulties in social situations, anger management issues, stress, bereavement, postnatal depression, relationship issues and family problems. Many of my clients come with a question about life - a feeling of stuckness, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust to life changes. I provide individual therapy in my private practice to support people with these difficulties.
The approaches that I draw from include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness Approaches, and Solution Focused Therapy.
I work with clients with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, mood swings, phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour, difficulties in social situations, anger management issues, stress, bereavement, postnatal depression, relationship issues and family problems. Many of my clients come with a question about life - a feeling of stuckness, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust to life changes. I provide individual therapy in my private practice to support people with these difficulties.
01689 669411 View 01689 669411
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Jessica Floris
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15  (Online Only)
Hello there and thank you for taking a look at my page. I know that looking for help can be a daunting and bewildering experience with so many options to choose from. I believe that finding someone you feel comfortable talking with is of the upmost importance, which is why I offer a free initial consultation. This is to see if I can be of help to you and for you to see if you think I am the right person for you. You might be feeling anxious or low in mood. Maybe you feel stressed or lost in life. These might be new or longstanding problems. Whatever has brought you here, please know that I will do my best to help.
Hello there and thank you for taking a look at my page. I know that looking for help can be a daunting and bewildering experience with so many options to choose from. I believe that finding someone you feel comfortable talking with is of the upmost importance, which is why I offer a free initial consultation. This is to see if I can be of help to you and for you to see if you think I am the right person for you. You might be feeling anxious or low in mood. Maybe you feel stressed or lost in life. These might be new or longstanding problems. Whatever has brought you here, please know that I will do my best to help.
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Hayley Anselm
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Crowthorne RG45
Hello, I'm Hayley. I am a fully qualified, professional counsellor and psychotherapist who is deeply invested in the work that I undertake with my clients. You may be going through a time in your life where you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stressed and feel that you could benefit from counselling. You don't have to go through this alone, I can help. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where issues can be explored. Together we can work though what it is that is troubling you with a view to enhancing self-awareness, personal strength and resilience.
Hello, I'm Hayley. I am a fully qualified, professional counsellor and psychotherapist who is deeply invested in the work that I undertake with my clients. You may be going through a time in your life where you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or stressed and feel that you could benefit from counselling. You don't have to go through this alone, I can help. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where issues can be explored. Together we can work though what it is that is troubling you with a view to enhancing self-awareness, personal strength and resilience.
0118 230 1420 View 0118 230 1420
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Kate Johnstone Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Yateley GU46
If you are currently finding life hard, whether this be a recent event or experiences from the past, you are not alone. This is where support through counselling can help. Counselling provides a confidential space to share your concerns. Confronting your feelings is challenging but it can also be a very rewarding journey. I believe our relationship is a key element to therapy and that it’s important you feel comfortable with me. I take a warm, empathic approach to my therapeutic work. I aim to build a trusting relationship through our work together whilst creating a confidential space where you feel safe and understood.
If you are currently finding life hard, whether this be a recent event or experiences from the past, you are not alone. This is where support through counselling can help. Counselling provides a confidential space to share your concerns. Confronting your feelings is challenging but it can also be a very rewarding journey. I believe our relationship is a key element to therapy and that it’s important you feel comfortable with me. I take a warm, empathic approach to my therapeutic work. I aim to build a trusting relationship through our work together whilst creating a confidential space where you feel safe and understood.
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Angela Price
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Crowthorne RG45
If you are feeling anxious, depressed, have experienced trauma or loss, or there are simply too many life-events happening at once, come and talk to me. Discussing your thoughts will help to put them into perspective and make them feel less overwhelming. Often, we don't like to approach those closest to us as we may feel they might judge us by what we say, or be offended or upset. This is the time when talking to a therapist is most beneficial. I will be there to help you review your feelings, understand their basis, and find the best way to improve your situation.
If you are feeling anxious, depressed, have experienced trauma or loss, or there are simply too many life-events happening at once, come and talk to me. Discussing your thoughts will help to put them into perspective and make them feel less overwhelming. Often, we don't like to approach those closest to us as we may feel they might judge us by what we say, or be offended or upset. This is the time when talking to a therapist is most beneficial. I will be there to help you review your feelings, understand their basis, and find the best way to improve your situation.
0118 230 7293 View 0118 230 7293
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Laura Crossley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Camberley GU16
I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
I offer a warm, friendly and professional space to talk which I hope will provide you with a feeling of safety to be able to be honest and free from judgement. Whatever is troubling you, whether you are aware of what that is or not, I will walk with you through your journey of discovery. You may be feeling sad, anxious or depressed and need someone to help you feel truly heard: I am here for you. Reaching out is the first step, I'm aware of how hard that may be. Let's talk and see how we can reach your goals together.
01252 282724 View 01252 282724

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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.