Issues CBT Can Help With

Where CBT has the strongest evidence base for effective treatment.

Generalized anxiety, panic disorder, phobias and social anxiety.

Persistent low mood, loss of interest and motivation.

Obsessive-compulsive patterns and related difficulties.

Processing traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress.

Communication patterns, conflict and adjustment difficulties.

Behavioural, emotional and developmental difficulties in young people.

Chronic stress and occupational burnout.

Anger management and difficulties regulating emotion.

Self-criticism and difficulties with self-worth.

Unhelpful standards and patterns of avoidance.

Insomnia and other sleep-related difficulties.

Performance anxiety and work-related pressure.

Bereavement and adjustment to major life changes.

Coping with long-term physical health conditions.

Eating disorders and body image concerns.

Addiction, as part of comprehensive treatment.

This list is illustrative and not exhaustive — a qualified CBT practitioner can help determine whether CBT is right for a specific concern.