Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is the backbone of much of my clinical work. At its core, CBT is built on a simple but powerful truth: our thoughts shape how we feel, how we behave, and how we experience the world around us. When our thoughts become distorted—whether by fear, shame, trauma, or past conditioning—they can trigger a cascade of emotional and behavioral reactions that keep us stuck in patterns of anxiety, low mood, avoidance, or self-doubt.
CBT gives us a structured, evidence-based way to interrupt those cycles. Through reflection, repetition, and intentional practice, we can begin to challenge faulty thought patterns and create new neural pathways. In time, this work rewires the brain—replacing limiting beliefs and reactions with more adaptive, truthful, and empowering ones. It’s not about pretending everything is fine. It’s about thinking clearly, engaging with life more fully, and responding from a place of resilience rather than reactivity.
But reshaping how we think isn’t only about building better habits—it also invites us to understand where those old beliefs came from in the first place. Many of our most ingrained thought patterns are rooted in early experiences, emotional wounds, and internalized messages we never consciously chose. That’s where the deeper work begins.
In our work together, we won’t just stay at the surface. While we’ll use the tools and structure of CBT to promote change in the present, we’ll also explore the emotional history that shaped your worldview. By understanding how certain beliefs came to be—and honoring the survival strategies they may have once served—we create space for deeper healing and lasting growth.
Ultimately, CBT isn’t just about symptom relief. It’s about building a strong internal foundation—one that supports clarity, emotional freedom, and the confidence to grow through whatever life brings your way.
CBT can help with:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Phobias
- Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Substance dependency
- Persistent pain
- Disordered eating
- Sexual issues
- Anger management issues
Some CBT techniques include:
- Journalling
- Challenging beliefs
- Relaxation
- Meditation
- Mindfulness
- Social, physical and thinking exercises