Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (or CBT as it is more commonly known) is the therapy that is most favoured by Primary Care Trusts. It is a scientifically measurable therapy and as such is able to show 'progress' and is more predictable than other forms of psychotherapy which can sometimes appear abstract (this doesn't mean that other forms of psychotherapy do not show results; it merely means that the signs of 'progress' are more easily defined with CBT due to its scientific nature and 'measurability').

It can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, 'panic attacks', Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), 'extreme thinking', relationship issues and phobias amongst others.

A CBT session has a definite structure to it and has elements of what's called 'psycho-education' which teaches you some of the theories of CBT in order to help you overcome your issue both during and after your therapy has ended. Pure CBT involves 'homework' and its effectiveness depends on a commitment to this aspect of your therapy. This doesn't suit all people so this will be identified at your Initial Consultation.

CBT can be integrated effectively into other forms of therapy if a pure  CBT approach is not appropriate. We can discuss this at your consultation.