Elizabeth Dowling

I currently have availability for new clients. I am very flexible with the hours and days I can offer.

I am a qualified and trained CBT therapist and counsellor. I currently work for the NHS with adults who are suffering from the following problems: depression, general anxiety disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, PTSD, stress, low self-esteem and specific phobias. I use a combination of CBT and counselling skills to treat these issues but also offer the space in sessions for clients to explore their current difficulties and emotional problems. I am very flexible with my availability. I offer fully remote services via video conferencing using Microsoft Teams, telephone, text or email. 

I practice CBT therapy alongside counselling which is based in the person centred approach. I look at a client's cognitive processes (thoughts, assumptions, beliefs and memories), avoidant/safety behaviour and the distressing emotional reactions which can occur as a result of maladaptive schemas developed in our earlier life which can contribute to current difficulties. I work collaboratively with my clients to set about changing that through the use of CBT tools/ interventions and counselling.

In our first session I will carry out an assessment to get an overview of the current situation and problem. This includes looking at mood and anxiety levels. If I feel it might be of benefit to the client I will carry out some questionnaires. Additionally telling you a bit about myself and also beginning to build a therapeutic alliance. The first session is charged at the same rate.