Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT explores the links between thoughts, emotions and behaviour. It helps people recognise patterns that may be keeping difficulties going and practise different ways of responding.
Services
Psychological Support for Different Life Situations
We work with children, adolescents and adults, and also support parents and families. The format is chosen after an initial conversation about your concerns.
Individual Support for Adults
You may be dealing with anxiety, difficulties in relationships or a change that has unsettled your usual routines.
We begin with what is affecting you now and what you would like to be different. From there, we agree on a way of working and review whether it is helping.
- anxiety;
- low mood and apathy;
- chronic stress;
- difficulties in relationships;
- life transitions and crises;
- professional burnout;
- adjustment difficulties.
How the work usually goes. After a short introductory conversation, we agree on the format, goals and frequency of appointments. Where helpful, we may recommend an assessment or a support programme.
Support for Children
A child may struggle to explain what is wrong. Parents may notice more arguments, worries, changes in behaviour or difficulties with friends.
We look at when these difficulties arise and how they affect the child’s everyday life. We work with the child in ways suited to their age and interests, and involve parents in supporting changes at home.
You can start by telling us what you have noticed — you do not need to arrive with an explanation.
- anxiety and phobic difficulties;
- obsessive–compulsive disorder;
- ADHD;
- behavioural difficulties;
- challenges with emotional regulation;
- autism spectrum conditions;
- parent–child relationships;
- stress during exams or study.
How the work usually goes. We take age and family context into account. Parents most often join sessions or receive separate recommendations.
Support for Adolescents
School, friendships, family expectations and growing independence can pull a young person in different directions.
We take the adolescent’s own perspective seriously. Together, we identify what they want to change and agree on steps they are willing to try. We also discuss how parents can be involved and explain confidentiality from the outset.
- anxiety and stress, including stress during exams or study;
- relationships with family and friends;
- challenges with emotional regulation;
- adjusting to change.
Support for Parents and Families
You may be repeating the same conversations, setting rules that do not seem to work or wondering how to help without adding pressure.
We look at specific situations: what happens, how each person responds and where a different response might help. Together, we develop clear, manageable steps that fit your family’s everyday life.
The aim is not to find someone to blame, but to understand the pattern and change it.
We also support individuals and families as they prepare for pregnancy, during pregnancy and as they adjust to life once their baby is born. See Perinatal Groups and Family Support.
Emotional Regulation
We help children and adolescents recognise their emotions, understand what triggers strong reactions and practise ways to respond to difficult situations.
Our Approaches
Our specialists draw on a range of psychological approaches. The choice of approach depends on the person’s needs, goals and the specialist’s area of expertise.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT combines acceptance with change. It focuses on skills for managing strong emotions, coping with distress and communicating more effectively.
Trauma-Focused Approaches
Trauma-focused work addresses the impact of distressing experiences. The approach and pace are agreed carefully, taking account of the person’s needs and circumstances.
ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis)
A research-informed approach to teaching and changing socially meaningful behaviour. The specialist analyses what precedes behaviour and what maintains it, then teaches needed skills in small steps, uses reinforcement and regularly tracks outcomes with data.
Not every approach is suitable for every person. Your specialist will discuss the proposed way of working with you and explain how it relates to your goals.
Career Exploration Assessment
Using the Strong Interest Inventory
If you are considering what to study or which career directions to explore, this assessment can provide a starting point.
We discuss your interests and the assessment results, then consider how they relate to possible areas of study and work. The aim is to help you explore options, not to choose a career for you.
Formats
individual consultations
individual therapy
group work
parent consultations
family support
online
in person
Please Note
Our services do not replace medical care. If medical assessment or treatment is needed, we may recommend contacting an appropriate healthcare professional.