Cognitive behavioural therapy is an effective therapy for a wide range of issues. It has been developed and refined over the last 50 years by expert scientists and clinicians. With the support of a skilled therapist, CBT can be used to improve almost any emotional issue.
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common condition estimated to occur in 1-2% of the global population. OCD affects people of all ages and backgrounds. As the name suggests, the disorder has two components: obsessions and compulsions.
Anxiety disorders involve excessive and ongoing feelings of worry, fear, or unease. There are a variety of themes that drive anxiety, but all anxiety disorders share certain features. These include a heightened perception of threat in certain situations, as well as a tendency to avoid feared situations and develop safety habits to mitigate perceived threats.
PTSD can occur after a single traumatic event or as a result of repeated trauma but is typically focused on the impact of one or more distinct incidents.