1. Debunking Common Misconceptions About CBT What Is CBT Really? What Is CBT Really? CBT stands for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT stands for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy It is a structured psychotherapy focused on the interplay between your thoughts, behaviours, and physical sensations. It’s more than just “thinking positive” or doing a worksheet. Done properly, CBT is collaborative, structured, and deeply personalized. Misconception 1: CBT Isn’t Somatic Misconception 1: CBT Isn’t Somatic Some believe CBT ignores the body — but that’s not true CBT integrates physical sensations integrates physical sensations into treatment. For instance, during panic attack work, we may intentionally trigger physical symptoms intentionally trigger physical symptoms like light-headedness to teach the body that it’s not in real danger. that’s not true. If your therapy ignores how you feel physically —it’s not full CBT not full CBT. Misconception 2: CB Misconception 2: CBT Is Only Short T Is Only Short- -Term or “Surface Level” Term or “Surface Level” CBT can be brief or or long-term, depending on the person and problem.

2. Mild anxiety? Maybe 6–12 sessions. Complex trauma from childhood? That might require 25–40+ sessions. CBT can support work on grief, trauma, OCD, and even identity or values. CBT is time CBT is time- -limited limited, yes —but not “one size fits all”. Misconception 3: Worksheets = CBT Misconception 3: Worksheets = CBT CBT is not just is not just worksheets or tips. True CBT involves: Individualised goals Personalised skills practice Session structure and review Emotional + physical insight Collaboration between you and the therapist Real CBT adapts to your life Real CBT adapts to your life — —it’s not cookie it’s not cookie- -cutter. cutter. Listen to My CBT and EMDR Podc Listen to My CBT and EMDR Podcast ast Are you looking for CBT therapy? Book a session with one of our experts