Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Dunfermline
While I base this work primarily out of psychodynamic and CBT, I also utilize other forms of therapy.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
While I base this work primarily out of psychodynamic and CBT, I also utilize other forms of therapy.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. You might be struggling in a relationship, feeling disconnected, or repeating painful patterns. You might be managing stress, anxiety or depression, dealing with loss, or navigating change. Even if you’re not sure what you need, it’s okay to start with that. You’re welcome to bring any part of your life that feels difficult or important to explore. Counselling offers a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to understand what’s been holding you back—so you can move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it on your own. You might be struggling in a relationship, feeling disconnected, or repeating painful patterns. You might be managing stress, anxiety or depression, dealing with loss, or navigating change. Even if you’re not sure what you need, it’s okay to start with that. You’re welcome to bring any part of your life that feels difficult or important to explore. Counselling offers a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to understand what’s been holding you back—so you can move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
My approach draws mainly on third-wave therapies, such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and parts work.
You may be feeling burnt out, stuck in unhelpful cycles, or overwhelmed by change. Perhaps you’re navigating a difficult past, querying neurodivergency, or adjusting after a major life event. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place.
My clients often seek space to reconnect, build self-compassion, and make sense of their experiences. As someone who has spent a big part of my career in trauma services, I understand the importance of taking the time to start trusting your therapist and have the right connection. So, a little about how I work.
My approach draws mainly on third-wave therapies, such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and parts work.
You may be feeling burnt out, stuck in unhelpful cycles, or overwhelmed by change. Perhaps you’re navigating a difficult past, querying neurodivergency, or adjusting after a major life event. If this sounds like you, you are in the right place.
My clients often seek space to reconnect, build self-compassion, and make sense of their experiences. As someone who has spent a big part of my career in trauma services, I understand the importance of taking the time to start trusting your therapist and have the right connection. So, a little about how I work.
If you would like to find out how EMDR or CBT could work for you please do get in touch via the link and I can provide more information via email or have a chat on the phone or Zoom.
I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. EMDR is an effective and recommended treatment for trauma and a range of anxiety issues including phobias. EMDR is the recommended treatment for trauma in national and international guidelines including NICE and is equally effective with a range of anxiety issues.
If you would like to find out how EMDR or CBT could work for you please do get in touch via the link and I can provide more information via email or have a chat on the phone or Zoom.
I am an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. EMDR is an effective and recommended treatment for trauma and a range of anxiety issues including phobias. EMDR is the recommended treatment for trauma in national and international guidelines including NICE and is equally effective with a range of anxiety issues.
Hello, I'm Asifa - a Trauma Informed, Neurodivergent Therapist. If your feeling stuck or seeking a fresh perspective, I invite you into a space where you can explore what's going on beneath the surface with compassion, care & reconnect with your inner strengths.
With over 20 years experience supporting individuals & families across the military, mental health services, disability support & addiction recovery. I understand how life's challenges can affect every part of us, I've also worked extensively with young people & families in education settings addressing issues such as trauma, suicide, self harm, loss & bullying.
Hello, I'm Asifa - a Trauma Informed, Neurodivergent Therapist. If your feeling stuck or seeking a fresh perspective, I invite you into a space where you can explore what's going on beneath the surface with compassion, care & reconnect with your inner strengths.
With over 20 years experience supporting individuals & families across the military, mental health services, disability support & addiction recovery. I understand how life's challenges can affect every part of us, I've also worked extensively with young people & families in education settings addressing issues such as trauma, suicide, self harm, loss & bullying.
My practice is integrative and I use methods from Person-Centred, Systemic, Psychodynamic & Cognitive Behaviour Therapies, etc
Sometimes we can feel sad, overwhelmed and stuck. We might not always know the reasons why, but we do know that we don’t want to stay feeling like this. Friends and family are not always available or the best people to speak with to get unbiased support. It may be a past trauma, a difficult childhood, an unhappy relationship, stress / anxiety / depression or bereavement & loss. You may have an ok or good relationship that you would like to make better, to understand your partner or be understood. You may be considering leaving your relationship but are not sure how to.
My practice is integrative and I use methods from Person-Centred, Systemic, Psychodynamic & Cognitive Behaviour Therapies, etc
Sometimes we can feel sad, overwhelmed and stuck. We might not always know the reasons why, but we do know that we don’t want to stay feeling like this. Friends and family are not always available or the best people to speak with to get unbiased support. It may be a past trauma, a difficult childhood, an unhappy relationship, stress / anxiety / depression or bereavement & loss. You may have an ok or good relationship that you would like to make better, to understand your partner or be understood. You may be considering leaving your relationship but are not sure how to.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with food, emotions or burnout? This might show up as restriction, bingeing, emotional eating, or feeling constantly preoccupied with food or your body. Perhaps you feel a need to be perfect, or are unsure who you really are. I am a neurodivergent, trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders and late-diagnosed Autism, ADHD and AuDHD. I understand how these can intersect with addiction, chronic pain and trauma, and how sensory needs, routine and emotional regulation can shape your experience.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with food, emotions or burnout? This might show up as restriction, bingeing, emotional eating, or feeling constantly preoccupied with food or your body. Perhaps you feel a need to be perfect, or are unsure who you really are. I am a neurodivergent, trauma-informed counsellor specialising in eating disorders and late-diagnosed Autism, ADHD and AuDHD. I understand how these can intersect with addiction, chronic pain and trauma, and how sensory needs, routine and emotional regulation can shape your experience.
My approach is a combination of the best parts of the NHS recommended treatments for various conditions along with the use of hypnosis and cognitive hypnotherapy to enhance the effects of these.
I'll help you take a broad look at all the factors that affect how you feel and together we'll work on the most helpful changes and techniques that can give you the skills to make better choices moving forward. Using a psychological approach combined with hypnosis has led to progress for many clients helping them change for the better.
My approach is a combination of the best parts of the NHS recommended treatments for various conditions along with the use of hypnosis and cognitive hypnotherapy to enhance the effects of these.
I'll help you take a broad look at all the factors that affect how you feel and together we'll work on the most helpful changes and techniques that can give you the skills to make better choices moving forward. Using a psychological approach combined with hypnosis has led to progress for many clients helping them change for the better.
My name is Joanne and I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Group Work Therapist.
I specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, social anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, trauma, phobia and PTSD. Additionally, I have specialist training and experience in working with baby loss, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the armed forces community. Whether you need telephone counselling or prefer online sessions, I am here to support you
My name is Joanne and I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Group Work Therapist.
I specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, social anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, trauma, phobia and PTSD. Additionally, I have specialist training and experience in working with baby loss, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and the armed forces community. Whether you need telephone counselling or prefer online sessions, I am here to support you
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people.
You may feel worried and vulnerable starting therapy, but I deliver this in a warm, empathic, and supportive way, without judgment, and within a safe, confidential therapeutic space.
Hello, I'm Jodi and I’m a qualified CBT therapist, able to work with adults and young people.
You may feel worried and vulnerable starting therapy, but I deliver this in a warm, empathic, and supportive way, without judgment, and within a safe, confidential therapeutic space.
I use an integrated approach tailored to your individual needs, drawing on evidence-based models such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT)
- Schema Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Welcome – I'm a Counselling Psychologist based just outside Dunfermline, with 20 years of experience in both the NHS and private sector.
I work alongside people to help make sense of emotional distress and identify meaningful ways to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore unhelpful life patterns — the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us stuck — and to develop greater awareness, understanding, and tools for change.
I use an integrated approach tailored to your individual needs, drawing on evidence-based models such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT)
- Schema Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Welcome – I'm a Counselling Psychologist based just outside Dunfermline, with 20 years of experience in both the NHS and private sector.
I work alongside people to help make sense of emotional distress and identify meaningful ways to move forward. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore unhelpful life patterns — the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep us stuck — and to develop greater awareness, understanding, and tools for change.
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
I am grounded in CBT & Person Centred Therapy and utilise scientific based practice underpinned by evidence.
Do you feel a bit lost, frustrated, down or hopeless and unsure of how to make changes? Perhaps you feel like you are repeating the same life patterns. You may feel like you have tried everything and are on your last attempt. Well done for taking this step as I understand how daunting it can be, having done so myself. Lots of people are unsure of what to expect, fear being judged, or have difficulty opening up. I believe we could all benefit from therapy at times. How often do you have someone listen entirely to you in life? Choosing the right therapist can be overwhelming and its important we connect first in a free 15 minute call.
As a dedicated CBT therapist, my passion lies in helping individuals overcome unhelpful coping behaviours and negative thought patterns.
Is daily life a struggle? Do you constantly feel like you are walking through quick sand and feel bogged down by your own thoughts and worries? Have you developed unhealthy coping behaviours that are no longer serving you well? Would you like support to be able to look at yourself from a different perspective and move forward with your goals?
As a dedicated CBT therapist, my passion lies in helping individuals overcome unhelpful coping behaviours and negative thought patterns.
Is daily life a struggle? Do you constantly feel like you are walking through quick sand and feel bogged down by your own thoughts and worries? Have you developed unhealthy coping behaviours that are no longer serving you well? Would you like support to be able to look at yourself from a different perspective and move forward with your goals?
I draw on integrative therapy, combining person-centred work, CBT, attachment based approaches and trauma informed practice.
Often life can throw things at us which can be very challenging and difficult to cope with. As a result, we may feel anxious, angry or sad. Often having someone walk alongside us on our journey, and having time and space to process these things can be very useful. If this is where you are at the moment, counselling might be something to think about.
I draw on integrative therapy, combining person-centred work, CBT, attachment based approaches and trauma informed practice.
Often life can throw things at us which can be very challenging and difficult to cope with. As a result, we may feel anxious, angry or sad. Often having someone walk alongside us on our journey, and having time and space to process these things can be very useful. If this is where you are at the moment, counselling might be something to think about.
I work with a diverse range of clients but find that most of my clients come to me with neurodiversity challenges or disordered eating. These clients wish to learn more about their condition and how this affects them, wishing to explore their concerns and find ways of accepting and/ or implementing strategies to help them more with every day life.
I work with a diverse range of clients but find that most of my clients come to me with neurodiversity challenges or disordered eating. These clients wish to learn more about their condition and how this affects them, wishing to explore their concerns and find ways of accepting and/ or implementing strategies to help them more with every day life.
The main approach that I use is CBT and this can be effective in helping to resolve a number of difficulties.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and have a special interest in helping people with different issues including PTSD and complex trauma. I also help people with many other difficulties including anxiety, phobias, anger, depression, low self-esteem and OCD. II qualified in 2010, but have been working in the area of mental health since 2003. Please call me and we can discuss if I am the right person to help you with your difficulties.
The main approach that I use is CBT and this can be effective in helping to resolve a number of difficulties.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and have a special interest in helping people with different issues including PTSD and complex trauma. I also help people with many other difficulties including anxiety, phobias, anger, depression, low self-esteem and OCD. II qualified in 2010, but have been working in the area of mental health since 2003. Please call me and we can discuss if I am the right person to help you with your difficulties.
With CBT, I will help work through negative thought patterns towards replacing them with more realistic and positive ones.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, loss, stress or trauma. You may just feel stuck. Sometimes it's difficult to put into words what feels wrong - only that something doesn't feel right.
With CBT, I will help work through negative thought patterns towards replacing them with more realistic and positive ones.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, loss, stress or trauma. You may just feel stuck. Sometimes it's difficult to put into words what feels wrong - only that something doesn't feel right.
With over 20 years experience as a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS and third sector, my integrative approach combines evidence-based therapies - including CBT, EMDR for trauma processing and EFT for emotional regulation - with practical life coaching strategies to support both emotional healing and personal growth.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, stress or low mood? Do your current life circumstances feel overwhelming? Are you navigating big changes, whether in relationships, career or personal identity? Are you dealing with the impact of trauma and want to heal from the past while building a fulfilling future? Perhaps as a parent, you're struggling to know how to support your children?
With over 20 years experience as a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS and third sector, my integrative approach combines evidence-based therapies - including CBT, EMDR for trauma processing and EFT for emotional regulation - with practical life coaching strategies to support both emotional healing and personal growth.
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, stress or low mood? Do your current life circumstances feel overwhelming? Are you navigating big changes, whether in relationships, career or personal identity? Are you dealing with the impact of trauma and want to heal from the past while building a fulfilling future? Perhaps as a parent, you're struggling to know how to support your children?
My training is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), an evidence-based therapy effective for a variety of disorders.
Therapy begins with the initial contact from the client. Together we will discuss your current situation & what may be distressing you. You will have a chance to find out a bit more about CBT & whether this may be the right treatment modality for you. I tailor each session to your individual needs, so therapy feels right for you, working at your pace.
My training is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), an evidence-based therapy effective for a variety of disorders.
Therapy begins with the initial contact from the client. Together we will discuss your current situation & what may be distressing you. You will have a chance to find out a bit more about CBT & whether this may be the right treatment modality for you. I tailor each session to your individual needs, so therapy feels right for you, working at your pace.
Working online UK wide I offer honest open counselling. A client who is looking for a 1 off session or a long term approach can find in our work a place to express their concerns and find it treated sensitively. I have experience of a range of counselling wants and needs. Change will not happen unless change is made and together my clients and I work out what their starting point and way forward will be to achieve what they are looking for.
Working online UK wide I offer honest open counselling. A client who is looking for a 1 off session or a long term approach can find in our work a place to express their concerns and find it treated sensitively. I have experience of a range of counselling wants and needs. Change will not happen unless change is made and together my clients and I work out what their starting point and way forward will be to achieve what they are looking for.
Nearby Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counsellors Searches for Dunfermline
- Alloa
- Burntisland
- Dalgety Bay
- Edinburgh
- Falkirk
- Glenrothes
- Kinross
- Kirkcaldy
- Larbert
- Linlithgow
- Livingston
- South Queensferry
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.