CBT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the relationship between our thinking, how this contributes to how we feel, and what we do as a result. Below is a general outline of what CBT is for your information. CBT is based on the Cognitive Model of Emotional Response. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is based on the idea that our thoughts contribute to our feelings and behaviours. By learning to change negative or unhelpful thoughts we become more fulfilled and learn a solution based approach to external relationships and situations. The benefit of this relationship also means that when we change the way we think for the better, this in turn, contributes to how we view and react to situations around us. It also helps to bring new clarity of thought to help make better decisions for ourselves and others.
CBT is Time-Limited and more Directive Cognitive-behavioral therapy has been widely researched and it is a time-based approach to therapy. Although time limited, CBT is also very collaborative and the number of therapeutic sessions is dependent on the presenting issue. Specific techniquesand concepts are taught during each session. The goal of CBT is to help clients unlearntheir unwanted thoughts or reactions and to learn a new way of thinking and reacting.
EMDR- Scientific research has established EMDR as effective in treatment ofpast disturbing experiences/memories that may continue to distress theindividual or cause a block in approaches to situations and individualrelationships by resolving experiencing through releasing andreprocessing negative self beliefs or disturbing memories.
CBT Therapy & EMDR Therapy has been found to be particularly effective with:
Depression
Phobias
Anxiety
Performance Anxiety
Post traumatic stress disorder
Intrusive or disturbing memories
Goal setting and achievement
Changing negative or self-defeating thought patterns
Improving self esteem
Overcoming abuse issues
In CBT Therapy and also EMDR Therapy there is usually a specific agenda for each session.
I work with a client to establish the most important issues of difficulty in their present circumstances and/or to clarify their goals. We then work together to establish any blocks, unhelpful memories, or underlying thought patterns which contribute to being inhibited from moving forward, or to facilitate the client in achieving outlined goals.
In CBT sessions, easily achieved CBT practical work is worked on within and between sessions which helps in the incorporation of learning. This helps the learning to become a way of life rather than something that solely happens in the therapy room.
