Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Cardiff

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Christine Hawkins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
Waitlist for new clients
I am a CBT counsellor with nearly 20 years' experience of working with clients. I can work with you to explore and help you to challenge your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour so that you can live more freely. I also integrate Transactional Analysis concepts into our work to help you to understand how you interact with others and yourself. My aim is to enable clients to better understand themselves and to make changes which can improve their mental wellbeing.
I am a CBT counsellor with nearly 20 years' experience of working with clients. I can work with you to explore and help you to challenge your thoughts, feelings, and behaviour so that you can live more freely. I also integrate Transactional Analysis concepts into our work to help you to understand how you interact with others and yourself. My aim is to enable clients to better understand themselves and to make changes which can improve their mental wellbeing.
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Kyle James (Psychotherapist)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF10
Thank you for visiting my page. If you're reading this, it's likely that you're going through a difficult period and could value some support. I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapist and Trainee Psychologist offering online CBT therapy to help you overcome your difficulties. CBT is a type of talking therapy that helps you to understand yourself and develop bespoke coping mechanisms. CBT focuses on how certain experiences and situations can impact your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions will focus on understanding your difficulties and exploring effective and bespoke tools and strategies that work for you.
Thank you for visiting my page. If you're reading this, it's likely that you're going through a difficult period and could value some support. I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapist and Trainee Psychologist offering online CBT therapy to help you overcome your difficulties. CBT is a type of talking therapy that helps you to understand yourself and develop bespoke coping mechanisms. CBT focuses on how certain experiences and situations can impact your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions will focus on understanding your difficulties and exploring effective and bespoke tools and strategies that work for you.
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Angelika Klosinska
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cardiff CF10
This means that I utilise techniques and tools from different counselling modalities like Humanistic integrative psychotherapy, CBT , as well as ACT and existential, to tailor an individual approach for you.
It can feel overwhelming to contact a therapist and consider that you may need support, however, it is never too late to ask for help as it shows a sign of strength in a person and a readiness for change. I am offering both long-term and short-term therapy where we can engage in insightful ways to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours. My aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you to develop self-awareness to work through and reflect on any issues you might be experiencing.
This means that I utilise techniques and tools from different counselling modalities like Humanistic integrative psychotherapy, CBT , as well as ACT and existential, to tailor an individual approach for you.
It can feel overwhelming to contact a therapist and consider that you may need support, however, it is never too late to ask for help as it shows a sign of strength in a person and a readiness for change. I am offering both long-term and short-term therapy where we can engage in insightful ways to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours. My aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you to develop self-awareness to work through and reflect on any issues you might be experiencing.
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Dr Alex Morey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
When supporting clients, I draw upon cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy, both of which explore how unhelpful patterns contribute to current difficulties.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I deliver evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve their mental health and well-being. I have experience working with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, OCD, and trauma. My approach to therapy focuses on creating a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space in which clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make changes in their life. I believe in collaborating with clients to help them achieve their objectives and goals, tailoring support to meet their individual needs and personal priorities.
When supporting clients, I draw upon cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy, both of which explore how unhelpful patterns contribute to current difficulties.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I deliver evidence-based interventions to help individuals improve their mental health and well-being. I have experience working with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, OCD, and trauma. My approach to therapy focuses on creating a safe and non-judgmental therapeutic space in which clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make changes in their life. I believe in collaborating with clients to help them achieve their objectives and goals, tailoring support to meet their individual needs and personal priorities.
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Charlotte Deverell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF10
My way of working is "Relational" which focuses on the correlation between our emotional health and wider relationship health & "Integrative" which means that I am flexible in my approach and I am trained to combine several approaches to psychotherapy such as psychodynamic, existential, CBT, ACT & CFT.
Life can sometimes throw many challenges our way and we may find it difficult to cope without support. I experienced in and am able to help you with many of life's difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma, self-esteem, to name a few; however, my areas of speciality are working with relationship difficulties, sex, attachment, identity, guilt & shame, adverse childhood experiences, family difficulties, abuse, narcissistic abuse and interpersonal trauma. I am also currently completing further specialist post-qualifying training as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist.
My way of working is "Relational" which focuses on the correlation between our emotional health and wider relationship health & "Integrative" which means that I am flexible in my approach and I am trained to combine several approaches to psychotherapy such as psychodynamic, existential, CBT, ACT & CFT.
Life can sometimes throw many challenges our way and we may find it difficult to cope without support. I experienced in and am able to help you with many of life's difficulties such as anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma, self-esteem, to name a few; however, my areas of speciality are working with relationship difficulties, sex, attachment, identity, guilt & shame, adverse childhood experiences, family difficulties, abuse, narcissistic abuse and interpersonal trauma. I am also currently completing further specialist post-qualifying training as a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist.
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Miranda Webb
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF11
I am an integrative psychotherapist which means that I bring together elements of different therapeutic approaches to suit you, this includes humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural therapy.
Hi, I'm Miranda, I am a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I help people experiencing emotional distress or personal difficulties explore their issues and find their way to live well. Whether you're struggling in your relationships, questioning who you are and what you want from life or working out how to navigate life changes I can help.  I particularly have an interest in working with those who may be experiencing emotional distress around pregnancy, birth and being a parent - often stressful, these life events have been made so much harder in recent times. If this sounds like you don't hesitate to get in touch.
I am an integrative psychotherapist which means that I bring together elements of different therapeutic approaches to suit you, this includes humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural therapy.
Hi, I'm Miranda, I am a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I help people experiencing emotional distress or personal difficulties explore their issues and find their way to live well. Whether you're struggling in your relationships, questioning who you are and what you want from life or working out how to navigate life changes I can help.  I particularly have an interest in working with those who may be experiencing emotional distress around pregnancy, birth and being a parent - often stressful, these life events have been made so much harder in recent times. If this sounds like you don't hesitate to get in touch.
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Ruth Millauer
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist specialising in helping people with OCD. I have experience in working with the various forms of OCD including what is sometimes called "Pure O". In addition to CBT for OCD I also offer therapy for other anxiety related problems, including social anxiety and panic attacks, or other issues like low self-esteem.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist specialising in helping people with OCD. I have experience in working with the various forms of OCD including what is sometimes called "Pure O". In addition to CBT for OCD I also offer therapy for other anxiety related problems, including social anxiety and panic attacks, or other issues like low self-esteem.
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Next Steps CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14
Next Steps CBT is a psychotherapy counselling practice providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults. I treat a range of mild to moderate mental health conditions including: Low mood or depression, and anxiety disorders such as GAD, panic, SAD, PTSD, phobias and OCD. I can also support people who are experiencing difficulties due to the impacts of a long-term health condition, changes in life circumstances, bereavement, or increased levels of work stress.
Next Steps CBT is a psychotherapy counselling practice providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults. I treat a range of mild to moderate mental health conditions including: Low mood or depression, and anxiety disorders such as GAD, panic, SAD, PTSD, phobias and OCD. I can also support people who are experiencing difficulties due to the impacts of a long-term health condition, changes in life circumstances, bereavement, or increased levels of work stress.
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Abbie Hendy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Abbie. I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and psychotherapist in creative arts. You may be looking to discover healthier coping mechanisms and gain deeper insights into yourself, yet feel unsure how to elicit change or better understand your difficulties. You might be experiencing a low mood that feels hard to break out of or are struggling to turn the volume down on anxious thoughts. Or maybe you have experienced painful past experiences that are disrupting your ability to fully live in the present.
Hi, I'm Abbie. I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and psychotherapist in creative arts. You may be looking to discover healthier coping mechanisms and gain deeper insights into yourself, yet feel unsure how to elicit change or better understand your difficulties. You might be experiencing a low mood that feels hard to break out of or are struggling to turn the volume down on anxious thoughts. Or maybe you have experienced painful past experiences that are disrupting your ability to fully live in the present.
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Sonalle Coaching & Creative Therapies
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24  (Online Only)
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn't quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me... Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a free 15 min clarity telephone call to see how it feels to work together.
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Julie Elizabeth Dykes
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
I am a qualified Psychotherapist who specialises in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Clinical Supervision, also integrating Mindfulness, EMDR and other evidence based therapies.
Sessions available both in person and online. Specialising in anxiety and trauma and related issues, and with over 20 years experience as a Senior psychotherapist, using CBT, integrative therapy, EMDR and Clinical Supervision I work with TRAUMA, anxiety disorders and a wide range of related and other issues. I have worked within University, workplace, NHS and and other settings as well as in private practice. Based in the Penylan /Roath area of Cardiff I offer a warm and safe, confidential welcome or can work with you online via Zoom.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist who specialises in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Clinical Supervision, also integrating Mindfulness, EMDR and other evidence based therapies.
Sessions available both in person and online. Specialising in anxiety and trauma and related issues, and with over 20 years experience as a Senior psychotherapist, using CBT, integrative therapy, EMDR and Clinical Supervision I work with TRAUMA, anxiety disorders and a wide range of related and other issues. I have worked within University, workplace, NHS and and other settings as well as in private practice. Based in the Penylan /Roath area of Cardiff I offer a warm and safe, confidential welcome or can work with you online via Zoom.
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Azemina Dani
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF3  (Online Only)
Currently a Full-time High Intensity IAPT practitioner delivering 1:1 counselling and group counselling with a CBT modality to inmates.
Each of us face times in life when we experience difficulties which can lead us to feel anxious, stuck, or depressed. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to share thoughts, emotions and life experiences. I aim to always create a warm and collaborative environment going at your pace in which you can express yourself without fear of judgement. I have a gentle yet sincere approach which has the ultimate aim of unlocking your own resources to help you to achieve your potential and lead a more fulfilling, healthy, and satisfying life.
Currently a Full-time High Intensity IAPT practitioner delivering 1:1 counselling and group counselling with a CBT modality to inmates.
Each of us face times in life when we experience difficulties which can lead us to feel anxious, stuck, or depressed. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to share thoughts, emotions and life experiences. I aim to always create a warm and collaborative environment going at your pace in which you can express yourself without fear of judgement. I have a gentle yet sincere approach which has the ultimate aim of unlocking your own resources to help you to achieve your potential and lead a more fulfilling, healthy, and satisfying life.
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Child & Adolescent Mental Health Therapist online
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14  (Online Only)
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and use mindfulness techniques.
Hello, welcome. I can imagine how difficult it must be searching through the profiles trying to find the right therapist. Making the decision to seek help for your child/grandchild is a brave one and sometimes it can be difficult. I have been told by clients that I am calm, warm, welcoming, and approachable; and can put them at ease. I am a Child and Adolescent Therapist who specialises in 7-18 years olds who until recently worked in CAMHS for the NHS for over six years. I decided to work in private practice after seeing so many children whom I could help turned away by CAMHS or who were waiting a long time to get help.
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and use mindfulness techniques.
Hello, welcome. I can imagine how difficult it must be searching through the profiles trying to find the right therapist. Making the decision to seek help for your child/grandchild is a brave one and sometimes it can be difficult. I have been told by clients that I am calm, warm, welcoming, and approachable; and can put them at ease. I am a Child and Adolescent Therapist who specialises in 7-18 years olds who until recently worked in CAMHS for the NHS for over six years. I decided to work in private practice after seeing so many children whom I could help turned away by CAMHS or who were waiting a long time to get help.
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Samantha Jane Davies
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
I draw from various theoretical approaches such as Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Experienced in counselling adults, children/adolescents, I am an Integrative therapist able to tailor my approach to your individual needs. The therapy I provide will be individual to you, not just theoretically; but also in the way we work together. We can achieve this by using talking therapy and/or creative therapy, it is completely your choice. I work collaboratively where together we will explore your goals and discuss how best to help you, you will not be alone. Exploration of the difficulties you face can encourage new perspectives, enabling you to move forward with increased insight, promoting acceptance and change.
I draw from various theoretical approaches such as Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Experienced in counselling adults, children/adolescents, I am an Integrative therapist able to tailor my approach to your individual needs. The therapy I provide will be individual to you, not just theoretically; but also in the way we work together. We can achieve this by using talking therapy and/or creative therapy, it is completely your choice. I work collaboratively where together we will explore your goals and discuss how best to help you, you will not be alone. Exploration of the difficulties you face can encourage new perspectives, enabling you to move forward with increased insight, promoting acceptance and change.
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JDJCounselling For You!
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cardiff CF11
CBT Therapy.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
CBT Therapy.
The overall aim of Counselling and Therapy is to provide an opportunity for you to work towards living by where experiences are more satisfying. The process of Counselling becomes itself one of life's new situations: It offers an opportunity to experience life differently and to extend the range of ways in which you can operate in the world with greater satisfaction. "EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH ONE SMALL STEP"!!!!
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Dawid Bogon
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14
Hello! My name is Dawid. I am a CBT therapist. My photo was taken in Cornwall. As you can see I enjoy being in nature (look at that smile). I can walk on cliffs for miles, this really relaxes me. I want you to feel the same and support your wellbeing. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy where we work together to recognise and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours which may be causing you difficulties. We would set achievable goals for future sessions and the final destination of where you would like to be. CBT is short-term. Once you learn some new useful skills you become then your own therapist!
Hello! My name is Dawid. I am a CBT therapist. My photo was taken in Cornwall. As you can see I enjoy being in nature (look at that smile). I can walk on cliffs for miles, this really relaxes me. I want you to feel the same and support your wellbeing. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy where we work together to recognise and challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours which may be causing you difficulties. We would set achievable goals for future sessions and the final destination of where you would like to be. CBT is short-term. Once you learn some new useful skills you become then your own therapist!
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Dr Dean Whybrow
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF10
I have significant experience in offering both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to adults.
Hello, my name is Dr Dean Whybrow, and I am a clinical nurse specialist in psychological therapies. I have a degree in mental health nursing, a post graduate diploma and master's in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and a PhD in organisational health and wellbeing. I have also completed all levels of training as an Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner. I am fully accredited as a CBT therapist and EMDR practitioner. I am also registered as a mental health nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
I have significant experience in offering both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to adults.
Hello, my name is Dr Dean Whybrow, and I am a clinical nurse specialist in psychological therapies. I have a degree in mental health nursing, a post graduate diploma and master's in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and a PhD in organisational health and wellbeing. I have also completed all levels of training as an Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner. I am fully accredited as a CBT therapist and EMDR practitioner. I am also registered as a mental health nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
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Julia Anne Shearn
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF14
Hello I am a professionally qualified BACP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of counselling experience. I draw from CBT, humanistic approaches and solution focused therapy. I offer a space where there is respect, warm understanding and sensitive encouragement to explore problems and to develop new ways of coping. Our first session would be an opportunity to look at what issues are concerning you and to see how we can work together. If you then decide you would like to continue, we can arrange to meet again.
Hello I am a professionally qualified BACP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of counselling experience. I draw from CBT, humanistic approaches and solution focused therapy. I offer a space where there is respect, warm understanding and sensitive encouragement to explore problems and to develop new ways of coping. Our first session would be an opportunity to look at what issues are concerning you and to see how we can work together. If you then decide you would like to continue, we can arrange to meet again.
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Sherin Begum
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF24
I am mainly a humanistic existential therapist, but also have a diploma in CBT skills.
I have helped clients with mild mental health issues such as general stress to higher needs such as schizophrenia and personality disorders. I would say my expertise lies mostly with anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. I work with the clients goals in mind, at their own pace and ability. No two clients are the same and adjust my skills accordingly. Whether you’re looking for small changes in perspective, understanding or attitude, or you want a deeper more meaningful change in thinking, behaviour and habits I am willing to walk that journey with you.
I am mainly a humanistic existential therapist, but also have a diploma in CBT skills.
I have helped clients with mild mental health issues such as general stress to higher needs such as schizophrenia and personality disorders. I would say my expertise lies mostly with anxiety, depression and self-esteem issues. I work with the clients goals in mind, at their own pace and ability. No two clients are the same and adjust my skills accordingly. Whether you’re looking for small changes in perspective, understanding or attitude, or you want a deeper more meaningful change in thinking, behaviour and habits I am willing to walk that journey with you.
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Dr Lynne Jones
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cardiff CF23
As a registered psychologist and over 10 years NHS experience, I can offer an extensive range of approaches, drawing from EMDR, CBT, trauma-focussed CBT and integrative methods.
Welcome to my page. You may be struggling with a specific type of psychological distress, looking for support to understand and reduce more general overwhelm or coming to terms with past experiences. I offer therapy for people who are experiencing all of these problems including anxiety, low mood, trauma symptoms eg; nightmares, intrusive memories/images, needing to avoid thoughts/people/places, you are easily startled, difficulty managing managing emotions, low self-esteem and difficulty with relationships. I also work with clients coping with challenging chronic health conditions, pain and medically-related trauma.
As a registered psychologist and over 10 years NHS experience, I can offer an extensive range of approaches, drawing from EMDR, CBT, trauma-focussed CBT and integrative methods.
Welcome to my page. You may be struggling with a specific type of psychological distress, looking for support to understand and reduce more general overwhelm or coming to terms with past experiences. I offer therapy for people who are experiencing all of these problems including anxiety, low mood, trauma symptoms eg; nightmares, intrusive memories/images, needing to avoid thoughts/people/places, you are easily startled, difficulty managing managing emotions, low self-esteem and difficulty with relationships. I also work with clients coping with challenging chronic health conditions, pain and medically-related trauma.
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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.