{"id":28126,"date":"2026-07-08T23:01:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T23:01:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/?post_type=therapy_approach&#038;p=28126"},"modified":"2026-10-15T06:12:29","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T06:12:29","slug":"cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt","status":"publish","type":"therapy_approach","link":"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/therapy-approaches\/cognitive-behavioural-therapy-cbt\/","title":{"rendered":"Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBT is one of the most widely researched and effective forms of psychological therapy. It&#8217;s based on the understanding that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are all interconnected, and that changing unhelpful patterns in one area can lead to positive changes in others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How CBT Works<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBT helps you identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours that may be maintaining your difficulties. Rather than focusing extensively on the past, CBT is present-focused and practical, giving you tools and strategies you can use in everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What CBT Involves<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identifying unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning practical strategies for managing difficult situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Behavioural experiments to test out new ways of responding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Homework exercises to practice skills between sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relapse prevention and maintaining progress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What CBT Can Help With<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBT is particularly effective for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Depression and low mood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anxiety disorders and panic attacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social anxiety and phobias<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating disorders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sleep problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chronic pain management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer small_spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"733\" data-id=\"28664\" src=\"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2.webp\" alt=\"Cognitive Behavioural\" class=\"wp-image-28664\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2.webp 800w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2-300x275.webp 300w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2-768x704.webp 768w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2-370x339.webp 370w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural2-410x376.webp 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"733\" data-id=\"28663\" src=\"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1.webp\" alt=\"Cognitive Behavioural\" class=\"wp-image-28663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1.webp 800w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1-300x275.webp 300w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1-768x704.webp 768w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1-370x339.webp 370w, https:\/\/soiltest.in\/psychology-london\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Cognitive-Behavioural1-410x376.webp 410w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer small_spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect in CBT Sessions<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBT sessions are structured and collaborative. We&#8217;ll work together to set specific goals, identify problems to focus on, and develop practical strategies. You&#8217;ll be encouraged to practice skills between sessions and share your experiences of using new techniques.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duration of CBT<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CBT is often offered as an initial course of 10 sessions, with progress reviewed throughout. The total number of sessions can vary depending on the difficulties being treated, their severity, and your individual needs and goals. In line with NICE guidelines, some people may benefit from a shorter course, while others may require a more extended programme of up to around 20 sessions. We will discuss this with you&nbsp; and review whether further sessions would be helpful as therapy progresses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CBT is one of the most widely researched and effective forms of psychological therapy. 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