CBT is based on the belief that most unhealthy ways of thinking and behaving have been learned over a long period of time.  Using a set of structured techniques a CBT therapist aims to identify how you are thinking and how this can cause problematic feelings and behaviours.  You will then learn in therapy to change this way of thinking. This in turn will help you to react more realistically and will boost your self-esteem and self-confidence.

REBT is a comprehensive approach to helping people change dysfunctional emotions and behaviours by showing them how to become aware of and modify the beliefs and attitudes that create these unwanted states. The change process is educational in nature, enabling the client to help themselves, even after formal therapy has ceased.