Starting therapy
Your first CBT session: a conversation, not a test
What a first CBT appointment can involve, and simple ways to prepare without needing all the answers.
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A little room to breathe.
Clear, practical reading about anxiety, CBT and starting therapy. Take what feels useful, at your own pace.
A place to begin
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General information to help you explore your options. These articles do not replace an individual assessment or treatment.
Anxiety & worry
When worry takes over: finding one useful next step
A gentle way to distinguish a practical problem from a “what if” worry and make room for the rest of your day.
Read article : When worry takes over: finding one useful next stepUnderstanding anxiety
Panic disorder and phobias: understanding the difference
Panic disorder and specific phobias can both involve intense fear, but their patterns and treatment focus can differ.
Read article : Panic disorder and phobias: understanding the differenceCBT tips on InstagramA little calm,
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beyond the session.
Short posts to help you understand anxiety, explore everyday CBT ideas and take things one step at a time. Get a feel for my approach, whether or not you are ready for therapy.
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From recognising anxiety patterns to gentle reminders, my Instagram is another way to get to know Calm Breathing Therapies.
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- Everyday CBT
- Hope & encouragement
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