Therapeutic Approach
As a therapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I focus on helping clients uncover the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. CBT is a collaborative and goal-oriented approach that empowers you to change your relationship with your thinking, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful changes in your life.
How I Work with CBT
1.Collaborative Exploration
Together, we’ll explore the specific challenges you’re facing and identify patterns of thinking or behaviour that may be contributing to your difficulties. You’ll always have an active role in shaping the therapy process.
2.Understanding Your Thoughts and Emotions (without awareness we have no choice)
Through guided techniques, we’ll examine how your thoughts influence your emotions and behaviours. By identifying unhelpful thought patterns, we can work on reframing them to improve your mental well-being.
3.Practical Strategies
CBT is grounded in evidence-based tools and exercises. I’ll introduce tailored strategies that you can use in your daily life to manage stress, reduce anxiety, and build your confidence. Techniques might include mindfulness, acceptance based skills, compassion focused strategies and increasing values based actions.
4.Goal-Focused Therapy
We’ll set clear, achievable goals for therapy. Whether you’re looking to manage anxiety, overcome negative thought cycles, or develop confidence, CBT helps you track your progress step by step.
5.Empowering Long-Term Change
My goal is to equip you with skills and insights that last beyond therapy. CBT is not just about addressing current challenges—it’s about giving you tools to maintain and enhance your emotional health for years to come.
What issues Can CBT help with?
CBT is highly effective for a range of issues, including:
Anxiety disorders (OCD,social anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder and health anxiety)
Depression
Stress management and burnout
Low self-esteem and perfectionism
Trauma and PTSD
Insomnia
Behavioural patterns you want to change
Gambling addiction
How I work with EMDR
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful and evidence-based therapy that helps individuals process and heal from distressing memories, trauma, and deeply rooted emotional challenges. My approach to EMDR is compassionate, client-centered, and focused on helping you regain a sense of balance and control in your life
1.Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment
Before we begin EMDR, I take time to establish a safe and trusting space for you. We’ll discuss your concerns, explore your goals, and ensure you feel comfortable with the process.
2.Understanding Your History and Goals
Together, we’ll identify the experiences or challenges that are contributing to your current difficulties. These might include past trauma, distressing events, or negative beliefs about yourself that you’d like to address.
3.Building Resilience and Stability
EMDR therapy often starts with stabilization techniques. This ensures you have tools to manage emotions and feel grounded throughout the process. Techniques may include relaxation exercises, mindfulness, or grounding strategies.
4. Processing Memories and Experiences
During EMDR sessions, we’ll use bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements or tapping) to help your brain reprocess distressing memories. This allows your mind to work through these experiences in a way that feels less overwhelming, reducing their emotional impact.
5. Integrating and Healing
After reprocessing, we’ll work together to reinforce positive beliefs and explore how this healing can create meaningful changes in your life. EMDR helps you move forward with greater clarity, self-compassion, and resilience.