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Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? You’re not alone — many people feel unsure or nervous when considering therapy. Below are answers to the most common questions about CBT, working with me, and getting started.

About Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.

Common Reasons People Seek CBT

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.

Location and Access

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.

Pricing and Booking Information

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.

What To Expect

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.

Crisis Support and Contact Details

  • What is CBT and how can it help me?
    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a short-term, practical, structured talking therapy. It helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety, depression, OCD, and other mental health struggles.
  • Does CBT work for everyone?
    CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) as a first-line treatment for conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and PTSD. That means it's one of the most trusted therapies used across the NHS and by private practitioners alike. That said, CBT isn’t a one-size-fits-all. Some people benefit more from other approaches, or from combining CBT with different modalities. If we find it’s not quite the right fit for you, I’ll help guide you towards other options — you won’t be left on your own.
  • Will CBT just be about positive thinking?
    Not at all. CBT isn’t about “thinking happy thoughts” - it’s about realistically challenging unhelpful patterns and learning practical ways to respond differently.
  • How is CBT different from counselling?
    CBT is focused on helping you develop tools and strategies to manage specific issues. It's more structured and goal-focused than traditional counselling, with a strong emphasis on making changes between sessions.
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