COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is the recommended therapy option for treating anxiety and low mood/ depression. We work together to look at what thoughts and behaviour patterns are causing you emotional distress. We then work together to change those behaviours to more helpful ones, to identify unhelpful thinking patterns or beliefs and make them more realistic or challenge them. We then create a relapse prevention plan to make sure that you stay well in the future once your sessions have finished.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Sarah M.
Learning how to control my worrying has helped me get my life back and enjoy things again. I'm confident that I can use the tools I've learnt if I need them again in the future.
F. B.
I was sceptical at first but Emma really listened to my difficulties and helped me understand why I was having flashbacks. I hated the homework but now I have my life back and can move on. I never thought the flashbacks would go away.
Beth W.
I came to Emma to help with my fish phobia. I just wanted to be able to go paddle boarding and dip my toes in the sea with my husband but I've actually managed to go snorkelling surrounded by fish! I was anxious but didn't panic! Thank you!
About me:
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have 10 years of experience working in mental health settings in the NHS and qualified as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in 2019. I currently work in the NHS with adults who are experiencing common mental health difficulties like depression and anxiety disorders. As part of my role in the NHS I also provide supervision to other Cognitive Behavioural therapists and trainee therapists.
"Stop it, and give yourself a chance."
Aaron T. Beck
Learn About My Methods
The sessions are offered online, via Microsoft Teams. I recommend that you find a quiet, confidential space to speak. In CBT we explore the relationship between our thoughts, feelings and behaviours to instil self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the patient and therapist. Throughout our sessions we'll be working towards teaching you to become your own therapist. This way you can continue to use the skills and techniques you have learnt even after the sessions have ended. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is an evidenced based practice recommend by the NICE guidelines as a first line treatment for:
Depression
Generalized anxiety disorder
Panic Attacks
Agoraphobia
Social anxiety
Specific phobias
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Adjustment Disorder
It can also be effective when used to treat:
Stress management
Living well with a long Term Health Condition
Low self esteem
Body image difficulties
Low confidence
Sleep difficulties
Skin picking​​
MY SERVICES
Feeling a bit down or anxious lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a BABCP accredited professional. If you're not sure that therapy is for you, or you're not sure what type of therapy would be best suited for you, we can discuss any questions or concerns you might have during an initial consultation. I can signpost you to other services or therapy options if these sessions would not be best suited for you.
If you’re struggling with low mood or anxiety and would like to learn more about Cognitive Behavioural Therapy tools and techniques that will help you manage or over come your symptoms then please get in touch.
The sessions will last for around 50 minutes and a typical course of therapy will last 4 - 16 sessions depending on the nature of the problem and the severity.
Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you. Please enter your contact details in the 'contact me' section below.
If you live in the UK then you can access your local NHS therapy service by searching online for 'IAPT' and your area to self refer or asking your GP for a referral.
Qualifications:
BSc Single Honours Psychology,
University of Warwick 2010
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Postgraduate Certificate in Evidence-Based Psychological Practice (Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner)
With Merit
University of Exeter 2015
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Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies Practice (High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
University of Exeter 2019
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Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
CONTACT ME
I love helping my patients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges.
Contact me today to book a virtual session via Microsoft teams.
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£50 per session (50 minutes)