CBT for anxiety driving a car after an accident

I am currently preparing a relapse prevention plan with Sarah and I cannot believe I have come so far in such a short time. Before starting this, I was 100% cynical about CBT and doubted it would work for me personally. I had heard from some people I know that CBT hadn’t worked for them. 

I am amazed at the mental and physical changes in me. It has improved my relationship with my husband, especially in the car! My issues because of the accident had been causing a huge strain in our relationship. I am now able to drive in and around the area of the crash and I have no ill feelings about it. 

Before the first meeting I was really nervous. I didn’t know if it was going to be like a classroom. I even imagined it might be like an interrogation environment, all compact and dark with a spotlight looking at me. Within seconds of being there, Sarah put me at ease. I felt like I could say anything and it felt a safe environment. 

(Female, aged 30)

CBT and EMDR for severe depression and anxiety

I learned very quickly that I could trust Sarah. She listened to what I said, processed it and then came up with relevant strategies to help me. She never judged what I said. Her focus was on using that information to help me move forward. After the first session I walked out of the door thinking “I feel safe. I’ve got someone to help me”.

Within 8 sessions of CBT, I no longer had depression and heightened anxiety. I decided to have some EMDR sessions to process some upsetting memories. Now I just feel completely different, which is wonderful. I feel more self-confident, calmer, resilient and I can speak up for myself. 

(Female aged 48, November 2019)

CBT for Social Phobia - Testimonial

Due to a long term illness I got stuck in a rut. I stopped seeing friends, going out and I withdrew. I had previously been a very active person. When I recovered from my illness, to my surprise I felt anxious about going out. I had never, ever had this before.  Basically my home became my safety net and unfortunately also a prison. Whenever I went out, I just wanted to go home. But being alone at home it felt worse and I got really down. 

Work provided me with 12 sessions of CBT with Sarah. I have really enjoyed the sessions with her.  Each week I have learnt something new. I have put all of this learning into practice. I have been able to challenge myself and successfully  go out socially again and meet new people. I have joined some groups which I am really enjoying. It is making my life better both socially and at work.  

If it wasn’t for the CBT techniques and Sarah encouraging me in the right way, I wouldn’t be having the fun I am having now. 100% thank you Sarah. I am grateful for everything. I feel I had a good connection with her and felt comfortable  from the get go.  

(Male aged 43, January 2020)