Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in Cardiff
Feel lighter, think clearer, live calmer
CBT is a structured, evidence-based talking therapy that helps you spot unhelpful thoughts, change the way you feel, behave and choose more balanced actions. I offer CBT face-to-face in Cardiff and online across the UK.
Proven Brain-Level Benefits
Brain-scan studies show CBT can calm the amygdala (our “alarm system”) and strengthen the prefrontal cortex (logical problem-solving). In other words, CBT helps both your emotional and thinking brains work together more smoothly.
Common Unhelpful Thinking Styles
- All-or-Nothing Thinking – “If it isn’t perfect, it’s a failure.”
- Mental Filtering – dwelling on one mistake and ignoring successes.
- Mind-Reading – assuming you know what others think.
- Catastrophising – expecting the worst-case scenario.
CBT teaches practical tools to catch these patterns early and replace them with healthier perspectives.
How It Works
1. Notice the thought → feeling → behaviour loop
2. Identify unhelpful thinking styles such as all-or-nothing thinking, mind-reading, or catastrophising.
3. Test your thoughts against evidence and practise new, more realistic responses.
Example
A friend walks past without speaking.
Old thought
“I’ve upset her.” → Feel rejected → Avoid her.
Balanced thought
“She may be distracted.” → Feel curious → Send a friendly message.
What CBT can help with
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Low mood
Depression
Phobias
OCD
Eating difficulties
Stress
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Why Choose Elaine Parke Therapies?
I’m a fully qualified therapist in counselling, CBT, hypnotherapy, EFT, and hypnobirthing, registered with BACP, CNHC, and GHR. My approach is ethical, supportive, and tailored to you.
30+
Years of experience as a therapist, counsellor and former nurse/midwife
2,500+
Previous clients with a range of needs and requirements.
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