Joanne Robertson
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
I am a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist delivering effective and evidence-based treatments for a wide range of psychological problems.
I specialise in providing CBT assessments and evidence based treatment for people with a range of difficulties, including:
OCD
Social Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Depression
Low Self-esteem
Trauma
Health Anxiety
Perfectionism
General Anxiety
Joanne’s Approach
My approach is centred on acknowledging that so much of our experience as human beings has been shaped by factors that we have little or no control over. We have minds that have developed to prioritise survival over happiness, and therefore have a tendency to keep us focused on the things that are threatening to us. Furthermore, none of us got to choose our genetic make-up or the environments we grew up in, which have a huge impact on the beliefs we develop about ourselves and others, these beliefs play a big part in driving distress.
An implicit but crucial part of coming to therapy is the focus on change, turning towards what is difficult and trying to change how we think or cope is not easy. I will help you to develop skills to manage a tricky brain and difficult emotional experiences, to make sense of the difficulties you are experiencing and to free yourself from old beliefs and fears that may be holding you back. I will encourage and support you throughout this process, ultimately my aim is for you to feel empowered, confident and able to take control of your own life so that there is no further need for therapy.
Joanne’s Experience and Training
I have worked using a Cognitive Behavioural approach for over ten years in both NHS and private health care settings. CBT is a constantly evolving therapy with new techniques and ideas being incorporated to enhance its effectiveness. I make it a priority to keep abreast of new developments by attending regular training, clinical supervision, worskshops and conferences throughout the year.
My work is heavily influenced by Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), which was developed by Paul Gilbert to help people who struggle with high levels of self-criticism and shame.
I have also undertaken further specialist training in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), which is fast becoming the treatment of choice for trauma related difficulties.
Models and approaches Joanne uses in her practice
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
I have found that CFT and EMDR have immeasurably enhanced my CBT practice, and I have seen the benefits of these approaches repeatedly in my clinical outcomes.
What Joanne’s Clients say about her Online Therapy
“Joanne is an excellent online therapist, a very good listener with lots of extremely useful suggestions.” Anita