Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
I am accredited in delivering Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence‑based treatment designed to support people who feel stuck in the ongoing effects of trauma. Traumatic experiences can influence the way you see yourself, others, and the world. CPT offers a structured and supportive way to understand these changes and gently shift the beliefs that are keeping you in distress. It is a highly researched approach and is widely recognised as an effective trauma therapy.
How CPT Helps
CPT focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and trauma responses. It helps you:
Understand how trauma has influenced your beliefs about safety, trust, power, control, esteem, and relationships
Identify unhelpful patterns such as self‑blame, guilt, or “I should have…” thinking
Learn practical tools to challenge and reframe these beliefs
Reduce the intensity of trauma‑related emotions
Build a clearer, more compassionate understanding of yourself
CPT is collaborative and paced to ensure you feel safe and supported throughout the process.
What CPT Can Support
CPT is particularly effective for people experiencing:
Post‑traumatic stress symptoms
Intrusive memories or flashbacks
Avoidance or emotional numbing
Shame, guilt, or harsh self‑criticism
Feeling stuck after a traumatic event
Difficulties with trust, boundaries, or relationships
Many clients describe CPT as a turning point in their healing, helping them make sense of what happened and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
My Approach
I offer a warm, trauma‑informed space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. Together, we work to understand the impact of trauma and gently shift the beliefs that are keeping you stuck. My approach is grounded in compassion, safety, and respect, supporting you to rebuild a sense of stability, self‑worth, and connection.
Cognitive Processing Therapy is usually delivered across 12 weekly sessions, supported by between‑session homework to reinforce progress.