Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in the Sutherland Shire

At Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology in Menai, our psychologists and counsellors provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for children, adolescents and adults across the Sutherland Shire. Appointments are available in person at our Menai practice and via secure online therapy

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What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based psychological approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions and behaviours. It helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical ways of responding.

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CBT is often used when patterns such as ongoing worry, negative self-talk, avoidance, or emotional reactions feel hard to shift. By identifying and changing these patterns, CBT helps people respond differently to situations, reducing distress and improving day-to-day functioning.

CBT is one of several evidence-based therapies used in counselling, and may be recommended depending on your needs and goals.

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What does CBT help with?

CBT can be helpful for:

• ongoing worry and overthinking

• low mood

• unhelpful thinking patterns and negative self-talk

• avoidance and behavioural patterns that are hard to shift

• building practical skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings

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CBT is often used alongside other approaches, particularly when working with anxiety, depression, or stress and burnout. For some presentations such as OCD, more targeted approaches may draw on exposure and response prevention. 

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Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)

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Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) is an adaptation of CBT developed for children, adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma. It combines the practical, structured elements of CBT with trauma-sensitive pacing to help people process distressing experiences safely and at their own pace.

TF-CBT is often delivered within broader trauma counselling and alongside trauma-informed approaches, depending on each person's needs.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the Sutherland Shire

Our psychologists and counsellors provide CBT in Menai and across the Sutherland Shire, including Miranda, Caringbah, Engadine, and surrounding suburbs.

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Appointments are available in person at our Menai practice and via secure online appointments across Australia.

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If you’re unsure where to begin, our Client Care Team can assist. Call 02 8519 4197 or use the button below to request an appointment.