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CBT Therapy in Edinburgh

Leading, evidence based, time-limited therapy

For young people and adults who feel stuck in worry, overthinking, or self-doubt and want clear, practical change.

  • MSc University of Edinburgh
  • Active CBT researcher
  • Qualified CBT Therapist working with young people and adults
  • Currently accepting new online clients
Professional portrait of Jack Wells, CBT therapist based in Edinburgh

Sound familiar?

You perform well, but there's an internal cost.

You lie awake replaying conversations, decisions, or mistakes.

You feel like you should be coping better than you are.

You've thought about therapy.

But you're not sure you're 'bad enough' to need it.

You don't need to be in crisis to start.

What to expect

How therapy works

We start with a conversation

A free 15-minute consultation to talk through what's going on and whether CBT with me is the right fit. No commitment, no pressure. Or if you're ready, you can book a full session directly.

We build a clear plan

In our first sessions, we'll map out what's keeping you stuck — the patterns, the triggers, the maintenance cycles — and agree on a structured plan. You'll understand exactly what we're working on and why.

You learn skills that last

CBT is practical and time-limited. Over 8–16 sessions, we'll work through the problem together. You'll learn concrete tools, and keep using them after therapy ends.

Jack Wells, CBT therapist

About Jack

I'm a CBT therapist and researcher based in Edinburgh. I completed my MSc in Psychological Therapies at the University of Edinburgh and I'm actively involved in research on anxiety and perfectionism. I work with young people and adults — particularly those who are thoughtful, driven, and often harder on themselves than they'd be on anyone else. I believe therapy should be structured, honest, and genuinely useful.

  • MSc Psychological Therapies, University of Edinburgh
  • Active research involvement at UoE
  • Experience with young people and adults
  • Working under accredited clinical supervision
  • Working towards BABCP accreditation
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What I specialise in

Anxiety & overthinking

Racing thoughts, constant worry, difficulty switching off. CBT gives you practical tools to interrupt the cycle and regain a sense of control.

Perfectionism & performance pressure

High standards that tip into self-criticism, procrastination, or burnout. We'll work on flexibility without lowering your ambitions.

Health anxiety & OCD-spectrum difficulties

Intrusive thoughts, compulsive checking, reassurance-seeking. Structured CBT and exposure work are the most effective approaches, and they don't have to be overwhelming.

Low mood, burnout & sleep

When everything feels heavy, flat, or unsustainable. CBT helps you understand what's maintaining the problem and build a practical route forward.

Ready to take the first step?

Sessions are £80 and last 50 minutes.

Currently offering online sessions across the UK. Edinburgh in-person sessions coming soon.

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