Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Oxford
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidenced based therapy that helps us to understand how we think, affects how we behave, and how we feel. It is a collaborative therapy. I believe the relationship built between the therapist and client helps deliver a positive therapeutic outcome. I work with my clients to build a formulation of their difficulties using CBT skills and techniques. We work together to understand what is maintaining the problem and how we can change our thoughts, thinking styles and behaviours. We gently learn to face our fears and to stop using controlling or avoidant behaviours.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidenced based therapy that helps us to understand how we think, affects how we behave, and how we feel. It is a collaborative therapy. I believe the relationship built between the therapist and client helps deliver a positive therapeutic outcome. I work with my clients to build a formulation of their difficulties using CBT skills and techniques. We work together to understand what is maintaining the problem and how we can change our thoughts, thinking styles and behaviours. We gently learn to face our fears and to stop using controlling or avoidant behaviours.
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My therapeutic approach is integrative, person centred and in my therapeutic work I draw on various models including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Based Therapy, Cognitive-Analytic Therapy, Systemic Therapy and Psychodynamic Theory.
I provide a client -centred, compassionate and non-judgemental psychological therapy service, and my approach to therapeutic work is to be open and collaborative. Central to my approach is the importance of the therapeutic relationship; a safe and supportive space within which you can work on achieving positive change. I am trained and accredited in a range of evidence based therapeutic models and I draw on these to provide a therapy that is tailored to your individual needs and will focus on helping you to achieve your goals. I am particularly interested in helping people to recognise, connect to and develop their strengths.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, person centred and in my therapeutic work I draw on various models including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Based Therapy, Cognitive-Analytic Therapy, Systemic Therapy and Psychodynamic Theory.
I provide a client -centred, compassionate and non-judgemental psychological therapy service, and my approach to therapeutic work is to be open and collaborative. Central to my approach is the importance of the therapeutic relationship; a safe and supportive space within which you can work on achieving positive change. I am trained and accredited in a range of evidence based therapeutic models and I draw on these to provide a therapy that is tailored to your individual needs and will focus on helping you to achieve your goals. I am particularly interested in helping people to recognise, connect to and develop their strengths.
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Dr Susannah Jenner
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2 (Online Only)
I am trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including: CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and mindfulness.
I aim to help and support people to overcome the difficult struggles that life can throw at us. I work with people experiencing a range of difficulties, in particular: low mood, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and stress/burnout. I understand that our worries can grip us so tightly we feel paralysed by them. Or that life can feel so overwhelming, we want to stay in bed all day and wish the world away. I hope to use my experience and skills in a range of therapeutic approaches to support people out of this distress.
I am trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including: CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and mindfulness.
I aim to help and support people to overcome the difficult struggles that life can throw at us. I work with people experiencing a range of difficulties, in particular: low mood, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and stress/burnout. I understand that our worries can grip us so tightly we feel paralysed by them. Or that life can feel so overwhelming, we want to stay in bed all day and wish the world away. I hope to use my experience and skills in a range of therapeutic approaches to support people out of this distress.
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Dr Jenny Lisshammar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX1
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and a BABCP-accredited cognitive and behavioural (CBT) psychotherapist. I also hold foundation-level accreditation in Systemic Family Therapy. Alongside my private practice, I have worked in the NHS since 2019. I work with adults and adolescents with all forms of psychological difficulties, including in the context of cognitive impairment and neurodiversity. My approach to psychological therapy is person-centered; the client is the expert on their experiences, and is supported to actively shape therapy in the way that will best help them to safely and actively achieve their goals.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and a BABCP-accredited cognitive and behavioural (CBT) psychotherapist. I also hold foundation-level accreditation in Systemic Family Therapy. Alongside my private practice, I have worked in the NHS since 2019. I work with adults and adolescents with all forms of psychological difficulties, including in the context of cognitive impairment and neurodiversity. My approach to psychological therapy is person-centered; the client is the expert on their experiences, and is supported to actively shape therapy in the way that will best help them to safely and actively achieve their goals.
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Hi there! I would very much like to help you with your difficulties. I am currently providing online and phone therapy sessions rather than any face to face sessions. I have worked within and outside of the NHS for over 10 years specialising in anxiety/depression/trauma/ physical illness/ self esteem. However as a Clinical Psychologist I work with all ages and difficulties either individually or with couples and families. I am fully accredited as CBT therapist as well as a Clinical Psychologist so draw on many different therapies to tailor treatment to suit your needs.
Hi there! I would very much like to help you with your difficulties. I am currently providing online and phone therapy sessions rather than any face to face sessions. I have worked within and outside of the NHS for over 10 years specialising in anxiety/depression/trauma/ physical illness/ self esteem. However as a Clinical Psychologist I work with all ages and difficulties either individually or with couples and families. I am fully accredited as CBT therapist as well as a Clinical Psychologist so draw on many different therapies to tailor treatment to suit your needs.
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I trained to deliver CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy).
Welcome. I have been practising psychotherapy in a variety of settings for over seven years. I am passionate about supporting my clients in overcoming issues such as anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, difficult child experiences, work-related stress and many more. In my sessions, I aim to work in a collaborative and focused manner. I offer non-judgmental space for clients to explore and make sense of their feelings. I also offer suggestions and feedback, based on my knowledge and experience.
I trained to deliver CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy).
Welcome. I have been practising psychotherapy in a variety of settings for over seven years. I am passionate about supporting my clients in overcoming issues such as anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, difficult child experiences, work-related stress and many more. In my sessions, I aim to work in a collaborative and focused manner. I offer non-judgmental space for clients to explore and make sense of their feelings. I also offer suggestions and feedback, based on my knowledge and experience.
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I am an integrative therapist with training in various modalities, including CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic and DDP.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
I am an integrative therapist with training in various modalities, including CBT, person-centred, psychodynamic and DDP.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
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My main therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and I have found that it is a great tool to help you understand how unhelpful cycles arose, and how to break them.
Hi - I currently have space to work with a couple and an individual. I work with couples who are struggling to be a team and want to work through key issues to find a way back to each other. I am to help improve communication and develop a greater understanding of yourself and your partner. With 15 years experience of working in mental health I aim to support you to unlock your potential through becoming more self-aware. I provide a safe, respectful and supportive space for you to identify your specific needs, explore issues and work through your difficulties.
My main therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and I have found that it is a great tool to help you understand how unhelpful cycles arose, and how to break them.
Hi - I currently have space to work with a couple and an individual. I work with couples who are struggling to be a team and want to work through key issues to find a way back to each other. I am to help improve communication and develop a greater understanding of yourself and your partner. With 15 years experience of working in mental health I aim to support you to unlock your potential through becoming more self-aware. I provide a safe, respectful and supportive space for you to identify your specific needs, explore issues and work through your difficulties.
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I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and trained in EMDR.
I work with people with a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, and low self-esteem. I also support people with self-exploratory work, managing life transitions, stress, burnout, relationship issues, bereavement, and much more. We can focus on immediate issues as well as long-standing patterns, for example in schema therapy. Whether you know what you would like help with, or you are unsure, do get in touch to see if I can help.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and trained in EMDR.
I work with people with a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks, and low self-esteem. I also support people with self-exploratory work, managing life transitions, stress, burnout, relationship issues, bereavement, and much more. We can focus on immediate issues as well as long-standing patterns, for example in schema therapy. Whether you know what you would like help with, or you are unsure, do get in touch to see if I can help.
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Alison Hamley Psychological Services
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I am trained to use Cognitive and Behaviour Therapies (CBT) and EMDR.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and a British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist. I have over 25 years experience of working in mental health settings. In my practice, I provide a safe, confidential and collaborative space for clients to explore their difficulties and find solutions to their problems.
I am trained to use Cognitive and Behaviour Therapies (CBT) and EMDR.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, and a British Psychological Society Chartered Psychologist. I have over 25 years experience of working in mental health settings. In my practice, I provide a safe, confidential and collaborative space for clients to explore their difficulties and find solutions to their problems.
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My experience with working with young people with a range of learning and emotional difficulties and qualifications in sensory processing and cognitive behaviour therapy combine to provide a therapeutic framework for difficulties with regulation, attachment, anxiety and mood.
I support young people who may have learning or sensory processing difficulties, or difficulties with mood and self regulation. We work together to develop coping strategies, explore ways to help themselves calm or change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving. The aim is to be able to be kinder to ourselves, feel better and engage with the world.
My experience with working with young people with a range of learning and emotional difficulties and qualifications in sensory processing and cognitive behaviour therapy combine to provide a therapeutic framework for difficulties with regulation, attachment, anxiety and mood.
I support young people who may have learning or sensory processing difficulties, or difficulties with mood and self regulation. We work together to develop coping strategies, explore ways to help themselves calm or change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving. The aim is to be able to be kinder to ourselves, feel better and engage with the world.
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I am predominantly guided by the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with a focused and goal-oriented approach.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. I have more than 20 years experience in higher education, the private sector and the NHS. I provide warm, respectful and personally tailored therapy for adults, teenagers and their families, covering a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, stress, and PTSD. My training in a diverse range of psychological techniques allows me to offer therapy adapted to an individual’s needs.
I am predominantly guided by the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with a focused and goal-oriented approach.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. I have more than 20 years experience in higher education, the private sector and the NHS. I provide warm, respectful and personally tailored therapy for adults, teenagers and their families, covering a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, stress, and PTSD. My training in a diverse range of psychological techniques allows me to offer therapy adapted to an individual’s needs.
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I tailor our sessions to your unique circumstances, drawing from diverse therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, and Internal Family Systems.
I work with people seeking positive change in their lives, whether they are struggling with emotional distress or want to understand themselves better. My clients face challenges such as anxiety, depression, life changes, low self-esteem, loss, indecisiveness, and identity or relationship issues.
I tailor our sessions to your unique circumstances, drawing from diverse therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, and Internal Family Systems.
I work with people seeking positive change in their lives, whether they are struggling with emotional distress or want to understand themselves better. My clients face challenges such as anxiety, depression, life changes, low self-esteem, loss, indecisiveness, and identity or relationship issues.
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I have received training in the nhs to assess Autism and ADHD and offer online Adult ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments; Modified CBT for clients with Autism and ADHD clients .
I completed my Dclinpsy training from University College London (UCL) and have worked in the nhs for 15 years. I work online and provide a safe and containing space for clients to develop a compassionate view of self and promote emotional healing and well-being. My diverse background has enriched my clinical practice by adapting evidence based interventions to take into consideration cultural, religious and individual differences .
I have received training in the nhs to assess Autism and ADHD and offer online Adult ADHD and Autism diagnostic assessments; Modified CBT for clients with Autism and ADHD clients .
I completed my Dclinpsy training from University College London (UCL) and have worked in the nhs for 15 years. I work online and provide a safe and containing space for clients to develop a compassionate view of self and promote emotional healing and well-being. My diverse background has enriched my clinical practice by adapting evidence based interventions to take into consideration cultural, religious and individual differences .
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Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
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My main models of therapy are Compassion Focussed Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello, I am Caroline. I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with experience of working in a range of NHS settings with adults and children since 2013. I have experience of working with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including Eating Disorders, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. I currently work as a Clinical Psychologist with adults in a NHS secondary care service. I specialise in working with those who struggle with complex trauma and complex emotional needs.
My main models of therapy are Compassion Focussed Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello, I am Caroline. I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with experience of working in a range of NHS settings with adults and children since 2013. I have experience of working with a wide range of mental health difficulties, including Eating Disorders, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. I currently work as a Clinical Psychologist with adults in a NHS secondary care service. I specialise in working with those who struggle with complex trauma and complex emotional needs.
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Dr Saba Hassan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX1 (Online Only)
Drawing mainly on cognitive and behavioural, trauma focussed principles, and third wave approaches.
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford and am registered with the HCPC. I have worked with a range of complex emotional needs with diagnoses such as PTSD, complex PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety disorders i.e OCD, phobias, GAD, depression, eating disorders, and mental health difficulties associated with neuro-developmental disorders (ASC & ADHD). I have (and still actively) work in the NHS since 2017 across several settings.
Drawing mainly on cognitive and behavioural, trauma focussed principles, and third wave approaches.
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford and am registered with the HCPC. I have worked with a range of complex emotional needs with diagnoses such as PTSD, complex PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety disorders i.e OCD, phobias, GAD, depression, eating disorders, and mental health difficulties associated with neuro-developmental disorders (ASC & ADHD). I have (and still actively) work in the NHS since 2017 across several settings.
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Here you are, considering whether you should talk to someone. Right now you may be feeling confused, tired, just wanting to make sense of your situation - I get it, and hope you will find the information provided here helpful. I am an experienced licensed and fully-insured Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic Counsellor, with 15 years of practice. I have worked in a variety of settings - higher education, community, healthcare and independently, both in the UK and in South America. My approach is based on the psychodynamic model (my primary influence), as well as existential-phenomenology and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT).
Here you are, considering whether you should talk to someone. Right now you may be feeling confused, tired, just wanting to make sense of your situation - I get it, and hope you will find the information provided here helpful. I am an experienced licensed and fully-insured Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic Counsellor, with 15 years of practice. I have worked in a variety of settings - higher education, community, healthcare and independently, both in the UK and in South America. My approach is based on the psychodynamic model (my primary influence), as well as existential-phenomenology and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT).
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I have worked in this field for many years and have an extensive range of tools, my approach is integrative, including, systemic therapy, CBT, DBT, compassion therapy, mindfulness and attachment based therapy.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
I have worked in this field for many years and have an extensive range of tools, my approach is integrative, including, systemic therapy, CBT, DBT, compassion therapy, mindfulness and attachment based therapy.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
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To maximise the effectiveness of therapy I use an integrative approach, meaning I can draw on knowledge and skills of range of therapies to most suit your needs including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR).
Hello, I’m a friendly and compassionate HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and Chartered member of the British Psychological Society. I hold a clinical psychology doctorate from the University of Oxford and use my expertise to develop tailored psychology treatments for adults, young people and children experiencing mental distress. Whether you or your child are experiencing mental distress for the first time, or for many years, psychological therapy can make lasting positive changes.
To maximise the effectiveness of therapy I use an integrative approach, meaning I can draw on knowledge and skills of range of therapies to most suit your needs including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR).
Hello, I’m a friendly and compassionate HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and Chartered member of the British Psychological Society. I hold a clinical psychology doctorate from the University of Oxford and use my expertise to develop tailored psychology treatments for adults, young people and children experiencing mental distress. Whether you or your child are experiencing mental distress for the first time, or for many years, psychological therapy can make lasting positive changes.
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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.