FAQs

  • CBT is an evidence based and practical talking therapy. It is based on the understanding that your thoughts, emotions, physical symptoms, and behaviours are all interconnected and that some thoughts and behaviours can trap you in a negative cycle. CBT focuses on breaking apart those cycles by teaching you techniques to change the way you think and act, helping you to feel better. It is most commonly used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. The main goal of CBT is to teach you the skills to become your own therapist.

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  • When you begin therapy, we’ll spend time gently exploring the difficulties that led you to seek support. Together, we’ll build a clear picture of what has been happening and identify any patterns that may be keeping you stuck. From there, we’ll create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals and feels meaningful to you.

    As sessions progress, we’ll use targeted CBT techniques tailored to your individual thoughts, emotions, physical symptoms and behaviours. This might include developing new coping strategies, experimenting with different ways of responding to situations, or understanding how certain thought patterns influence how you feel.

    Towards the end of therapy, we’ll work together to create a personalised therapy blueprint. This helps you recognise early warning signs, understand what supports your wellbeing, and feel confident using the tools you’ve learned to prevent future setbacks.

  • Sadly the term ‘therapist’ is not a protected title which can be confusing when searching for a mental health therapist!

    I have received formal training, hold a postgraduate diploma in CBT and am accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). These credentials can be checked by searching for my name on the BABCP CBT register or by looking at my Psychology Today profile.

  • The cost of a video therapy session is £75 per hour, I can offer video appointments on Mondays from 11am to 5pm.

    The cost of an in person therapy session is £85 for an hour. I offer in-person sessions in Newbury town centre on Tuesday evenings.

    Typically, sessions are held weekly but I understand therapy can be an investment, so we can agree on a pace for sessions that suits both your needs and your budget.

  • I understand that unexpected situations arise. If you need to cancel or rearrange a session, please let me know as soon as possible. Sessions cancelled or missed with under 24 hours’ notice are charged at 50% of the cost of a session.

  • Couples work typically requires a different therapeutic model than CBT. As my training and clinical experience are in individual Cognitive Behavioural Therapy I am unable to provide couples therapy. Please search on websites such as Psychology Today and the Counselling Directory if wanting this support.