Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps individuals identify and change unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. It focuses on building practical coping strategies and developing more balanced, realistic ways of responding to life’s challenges.
At Listening 2 U, CBT is offered as a goal-oriented and time-limited therapy designed to bring about meaningful, lasting change. Working collaboratively with your therapist, you’ll learn to recognise negative thought patterns and replace them with healthier, more adaptive perspectives.
What CBT Can Help WithCBT is one of the most effective treatments for a wide range of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues, including:
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- Depression and low mood
- Stress and burnout
- Phobias and OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Chronic pain and fatigue related to psychological stress
Understanding the Three Waves of CBT
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies have evolved through three main stages, often referred to as “waves”:
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies have evolved through three main stages, often referred to as “waves”:
- First Wave – Behavioural Therapy
Focuses on observable behaviour and how it is learned through environment and reinforcement. Techniques include exposure therapy and behavioural activation. - Second Wave – Cognitive Therapy
Introduces the idea that how we think affects how we feel and act. Cognitive restructuring techniques help challenge distorted or unhelpful thought patterns. - Third Wave – Mindfulness-Based Approaches
Integrates CBT with mindfulness, acceptance, and compassion-focused practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). These approaches emphasise awareness, acceptance, and emotional flexibility.
Our Approach
At Listening 2 U, CBT is often integrated with Person-Centred and Humanistic therapies to create a supportive, individualised approach. Sessions are available in-person in Lincoln or online, making professional support accessible wherever you are.
At Listening 2 U, CBT is often integrated with Person-Centred and Humanistic therapies to create a supportive, individualised approach. Sessions are available in-person in Lincoln or online, making professional support accessible wherever you are.
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