FAQs
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence based form of psychotherapy that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It aims to help individuals identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behaviour that may contribute to their emotional distress or mental health issues. CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts and interpretations of events influence our emotions and behaviours. By challenging and modifying these thoughts, CBT can help individuals develop healthier coping strategies and improve their overall well-being. It is commonly used to treat a wide range of mental health conditions, such as anxiety disorders, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and many more.
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What is the fee for therapy?
Individual CBT therapy online/remotely costs £60 per session.
Individual CBT therapy face-to-face on location costs £75 (as we need to factor in room hire)
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions depends on individual circumstances and complexity of issues. CBT usually lasts between 6 to 26 sessions when dealing with anxiety and depression. Some clients may just want to understand their difficulties and may decide that 5-6 sessions are enough, whereas others with complex needs may want to proceed with more sessions to make changes and address other issues too.
How often will I see you?
It is usual for sessions to be held weekly at first, as this allows for the work to move along at a good pace. Later on in therapy we may decide to meet less frequent (for example fortnightly etc).
How will I know you are the right therapist for me? Can I speak to you first before deciding whether I would like to go ahead with therapy?
Finding a therapist you can relate to and work with is very important for getting as much out of therapy as possible. If you would like to find out if we can be a good match, I offer a free 15-minute discovery call.
How can I schedule an appointment with you?
You can send an email to sousana@smpsychotherapy.co.uk or fill in the contact form to request to schedule an appointment/session with me Online booking calendar/page will be available soon too.
How do online/remote sessions work and are they secure?
For our online/remote sessions we use Microsoft Teams, which is a platform with a user-friendly interface, accessible both via your phone or your laptop/desktop PC. When we have scheduled an appointment, you will receive a link in advance, which you will use on the date/time to access our video appointment.
In terms of security, Microsoft Teams provides strong encryption, compliance with data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, and a transparent security program to ensure the safety of your virtual meetings.
Cancellation policy
All sessions will need to get paid for at least 24 hours in advance for the session to go ahead. There is no charge if you need to cancel/reschedule a session as long as you give us at least more than 24 hours notice.
If you are unable to attend a session, please make sure you cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours beforehand. If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance or do not show up for your appointment, you will be charged for the full rate of the session.