What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based talking therapy that helps people understand and change unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour.

CBT is widely recommended for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem and other mental health difficulties, as well as some physical health conditions affected by stress.

At Glasgow Cognitive Therapy Centre, we provide private, professional CBT therapy in Glasgow and online across Scotland.

How Does Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Work?

CBT is based on the principle that our:

• Thoughts

• Feelings

• Behaviours

• Physical sensations

are all interconnected.

When one area becomes unhelpful, it can trigger a cycle that feels overwhelming.

An Example of the CBT Model

Thoughts
“I am hopeless. Nobody likes me.”

Feelings
Low, lonely, sad

Behaviours
Avoiding people, cancelling plans, binge eating

Physical symptoms
Fatigue, racing heart, poor sleep

Over time, this cycle can become self-reinforcing and difficult to break.

CBT helps you:

Identify unhelpful thinking patterns
Challenge negative core beliefs
Develop healthier coping strategies
Change behavioural patterns
Reduce physical symptoms of stress and anxiety

Rather than simply talking about problems, CBT is structured, practical and goal-focused. It gives you tools you can use long after therapy ends.

What Conditions Can CBT Help With?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is the treatment of choice for many evidence-based guidelines and can support:

• Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

• Social anxiety

• Panic attacks

• Depression

• Trauma and PTSD

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Health anxiety

• Phobias

• Stress and burnout

• Low self-confidence

If you are unsure whether CBT is right for you, we are happy to discuss your needs.

What to Expect from CBT at Glasgow Cognitive Therapy Centre

At Glasgow Cognitive Therapy Centre, we combine:

• Clinical expertise

• Ethical, professional practice

• A safe and confidential environment

• Evidence-based CBT interventions

• Warmth, respect and genuine care

Our therapists are experienced and committed to providing high-quality, discreet therapeutic support tailored to your individual needs.

We offer:

• In-person CBT in Glasgow

• Online CBT across Scotland

• Flexible appointment times

• Confidential self-referral

Start CBT in Glasgow or Online

If you think you could benefit from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, we welcome you to get in touch.

Call us on 0141 332 0229
Complete our fill out our Personal Therapy Enquiry

All enquiries are handled with privacy and confidentiality.