Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Melbourne
Practical, evidence-based therapy designed to support meaningful change.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CBT Therapy Tailored to You
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based form of psychological therapy that explores the connections between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour. It aims to help you identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for responding to difficult situations in a different way.
Our clinical psychologists provide CBT in Melbourne for adults dealing with a range of mental health concerns. We personalise treatment to you, with your psychologist taking the time to understand your symptoms, circumstances, past experiences, and goals before recommending what may be the most appropriate approach.
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What May Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Help With?
Cognitive behaviour therapy is used to address a range of psychological and emotional difficulties. Rather than focusing just on symptoms, CBT aims to help you understand patterns that may contribute to distress and develop skills you can use in everyday life.
Our team is experienced in a range of evidence-based therapies. Your psychologist will consider many factors when discussing treatment with you and may recommend CBT or another approach depending on your individual needs.
We may use CBT therapy to support people experiencing:
- Anxiety and excessive worry
- Depression and low mood
- Stress and difficulty coping
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Difficulties managing emotions
- Negative patterns of thinking or behaviour
- Other mental health concerns affecting day-to-day life and well-being
The Potential Benefits of CBT Therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy is designed to provide practical ways to better understand your thoughts, feelings, and responses. The aim isn’t to stop you from having difficult emotions, but to build your ability to recognise patterns, consider possible responses, and make changes that support your emotional well-being.
Depending on your circumstances, the potential benefits of CBT may include helping you:
- Identify unhelpful or negative patterns of thinking
- Understand how you interpret situations and how this may affect your emotions
- Develop practical strategies for dealing with difficult thoughts and feelings
- Learn new ways to respond to challenging situations
- Build skills for managing anxiety, stress, or low mood
- Test and reconsider beliefs that may cause you distress
- Develop a greater sense of choice in how you respond
- Feel better equipped to manage difficulties in everyday life
Our CBT Process
1. Learning and Understanding
Your first sessions focus on helping your psychologist understand the difficulties you’re experiencing. You’ll be able to discuss your symptoms, concerns, experiences, and what you would like to achieve through therapy.
2. Identifying Patterns and Strategies
Your CBT therapist will work with you in an effort to identify connections between your thinking, emotions, and behaviour. You may learn CBT techniques that help you recognise unhelpful thinking patterns, interpret situations in new ways, and develop more helpful responses.
3. Putting Skills Into Practice
An important part of CBT is applying what you learn outside of sessions. Your psychologist may encourage you to practice particular skills or strategies between appointments, which may help you build confidence in using them in everyday life.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Why the Centre for Clinical Psychology?
Evidence-Based Mental Health Care
Our team provides psychological treatment grounded in research and evidence. We work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health difficulties, always tailoring treatment to you.
Trauma-Informed Clinical Psychologists
We have particular knowledge in trauma and PTSD. All members of our team are trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy, and we have trained more than 1,000 mental health professionals in CPT across Australia. We also have extensive experience supporting first responders and people affected by traumatic experiences.
Personalised, Collaborative Support
We are a small, caring team that values strong, respectful therapeutic relationships. We take the time to understand each person's unique way of experiencing life and work collaboratively towards their meaningful treatment goals.
What is cognitive behaviour therapy?
Cognitive behavioural therapy, also known as cognitive behaviour therapy or CBT, is a psychological treatment that aims to focus on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. It’s designed to help you identify patterns that may be contributing to distress and learn practical strategies for approaching them differently.
What mental health conditions may CBT help with?
CBT is used for a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). CBT-based approaches may also be used for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other difficulties. The most appropriate treatment for you will depend on your symptoms, experiences, and individual circumstances.
How many CBT sessions will I need?
There’s no set number of CBT sessions that suits everybody. CBT may be a relatively short-term treatment for some clients, while others may benefit from longer-term support. Your psychologist can discuss the expected treatment process with you based on your needs and how you progress.
What happens during a CBT session?
CBT sessions generally involve talking with your psychologist about what you’re dealing with and exploring how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour may be connected. Your therapist may teach you specific techniques and strategies and encourage you to practice new skills between sessions. Therapy is collaborative, so you can also discuss what you are and aren’t finding helpful as treatment progresses.
Is CBT the same as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
No, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and CBT are distinct approaches, although they can overlap in the skills and strategies they use. Our psychologists draw on evidence-based psychological treatments and will recommend an approach based on your unique needs.
Can I receive a Medicare rebate for CBT?
You may be eligible for a Medicare rebate when seeing an eligible psychologist under a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. Your GP can discuss your eligibility with you, and our team can provide information about fees and available rebates before your appointment.
Our Clinic
Our clinic is located on the ground level of the Carlton Clock Tower Complex, a short walk from Melbourne Museum and the University of Melbourne. Ample public transport is nearby, and street parking is available outside.
Our Clinical Psychologists are Here for You
If anxiety, low mood, stress, or other mental health difficulties are affecting your life, psychological therapy may help you better understand what’s happening and develop practical ways forward.
Our Melbourne psychologists provide personalised, evidence-based support, including CBT where appropriate, with a focus on helping you build skills that support your mental health and well-being.