How can I help

People come to therapy for many different reasons. You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that are hard to break. Maybe you're struggling with difficult emotions, distressing thoughts or challenges from past experiences. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone.

I offer support for a wide range of concerns, including:

Emotional & Mental Health Challenges

Anxiety & excessive worry – When your mind feels constantly on edge
Low mood & depression – Struggling with motivation, energy or enjoyment
Stress & overwhelm – Feeling like you’re juggling too much and can’t keep up
Panic attacks – Sudden waves of fear that feel impossible to control
Health anxiety – Constant worry about your health or symptoms
Social anxiety – Fear of judgment or discomfort in social situations

Intrusive Thoughts & Compulsions

OCD & intrusive thoughts – Feeling trapped in distressing loops of thoughts or behaviours
Perfectionism & overthinking – The pressure of never feeling ‘good enough’

Past Experiences & Trauma

PTSD & trauma – When past events still feel present and overwhelming
Difficult childhood experiences – When old patterns still affect you today

Self-Confidence & Identity

Low self-esteem & self-criticism – That inner voice telling you you’re not enough
Fear of failure or rejection – Feeling held back by self-doubt
Life transitions & uncertainty – Adjusting to changes in relationships, career or major life events

Relationships & Loss

Grief & bereavement – Coping with loss and finding ways to move forward
Relationship difficulties – Navigating challenges with family, friends, or partners

Whatever you’re going through, CBT can help you find ways to cope, build resilience and move forward.

How CBT works

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps you understand and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours.

CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. When we’re struggling, it’s easy to get caught in cycles of negative thinking or behaviours that keep us feeling stuck. CBT helps to break these cycles by:

✔ Identifying unhelpful patterns that might be holding you back
✔ Challenging negative thoughts and learning new ways to think about situations
✔ Developing healthier coping strategies to manage emotions
✔ Creating positive behavioural changes that improve day-to-day life

It’s a practical and goal-focused therapy, meaning we work on real-life strategies you can apply outside of sessions. CBT is recommended by the NHS and NICE guidelines for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more because it’s backed by strong research.

What to expect

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it’s completely normal to have questions about what it will be like.

Here’s what you can expect from working with me:

A safe, supportive space – Therapy is a place where you can explore what’s going on without fear of judgment.
A tailored approach – Every person’s experience is different, so we’ll focus on what’s most helpful for you.
Practical tools & strategies – CBT is about learning new ways to manage challenges in everyday life.
A collaborative process – Therapy is a team effort. We’ll work together at your pace, adjusting things to suit your needs.
A focus on real change – My goal is to help you gain lasting skills so you feel more in control, even after therapy ends.

Your therapy journey will typically include:

  • An initial session where we explore what’s brought you to therapy and what you’d like to get out of it.

  • A structured, goal-focused approach based on your needs.

  • Practical techniques you can apply in daily life between sessions.