Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in Glasgow, Edinburgh & Online

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What is CBT?

  • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one of the most common forms of psychological counselling. It relies on the communication of cognitive distortions such as thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes between the client and therapist.

  • CBT is so effective because it looks to challenge the emotional responses of an individual that stem from the distortions listed. As a result, the client can begin to develop and improve upon coping strategies that will help them solve present life difficulties.

  • In contrast to psychotherapy, CBT does not focus on the unconscious meaning that lies behind thoughts and behaviours.

  • Instead, CBT is an action-oriented form of counselling that looks to identify strategies that may alleviate symptoms of a cognitive disorder.

  • CBT is often used in conjunction with other forms of therapy, but various academic studies have shown that it is effective as a stand-alone treatment.

  • CBT is commonly used to alleviate depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and eating disorders.

How can MAPP help?

  • We understand it can be daunting to enter the therapy process. Stepping through the doors of a therapy centre to seek out help is often the most challenging step.

  • As a result we have carefully created a comfortable environment that is accessible for anyone who may be new to therapy. For a therapeutic intervention to be successful, it must be conducted in a friendly and hospitable environment.

  • After initial assessments, your psychologist will be able to identify the best approach for your situation, which may result in undertaking a course of CBT.

  • The course of action that best suits your situation may be either a programme of CBT as a stand-alone therapy or the combination of CBT with other forms of treatment.

  • Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) and person-centred therapy (PCT) have been shown to work well when used alongside CBT.

  • Whichever therapeutic intervention is decided upon, you should be confident that it is the tailored to you.

What results can you expect?

  • Undertaking a course of CBT will moderate your symptoms of anxiety, build your sense of self-esteem, and help you understand reactions to intrusive thoughts better.

  • Most clients respond positively to CBT after around 6 to 24 sessions, and it can be strategised long after your official counselling has ended.

  • MAPP Psychology wants to take that first step with you towards improving your life for the future. The treatments we offer will aid you in unpacking your difficulties, helping you make better decisions for yourself and your loved ones.

  • We want to start with you along this path towards a better state of mental wellbeing.

At MAPP, therapy starts with you.

Your psychologist takes the time to listen, then builds a plan around your goals and circumstances.

What makes that possible is the depth & range of training and experience our doctors of psychology bring to the table. Our psychologists are trained in a broad span of therapy modalities, from CBT and ACT to compassion-focused therapy, person-centred therapy and everything in between.

We fit the approach to you, not you to the approach, and regular check-ins keep it working as your needs change.

We're committed to giving you the support and tools you need to build towards a happier, healthier life.

Therapy at MAPP

Sessions start at £105 with a final year doctoral trainee, and £140 with one of our fully qualified doctors of psychology.

Our reputation

  • “Friendly and professional. Always helpful, attentive and caring.”

  • “I would highly recommend the MAPP team, especially if you’re someone who hasn’t had experience with therapy beforehand.”

  • “Could not recommend higher. Always super friendly, professional and Fraser makes you feel at ease the moment you start talking to him. Would give six stars if I could!”

  • “Excellent space to reflect and receive professional and empathetic support - I highly recommend to anyone still considering!”

  • “My whole experience with MAPP was professional and incredibly helpful. From the booking process to working with my psychologist. The whole process was brilliant.”

  • “I have found the therapy offered by MAPP very helpful and the counsellor to be engaging and supportive.”

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