Anxiety & overthinking
Racing thoughts, constant worry, difficulty switching off. CBT gives you practical tools to interrupt the cycle and regain a sense of control.
CBT Therapy in Edinburgh
Structured, research-informed therapy for anxiety, perfectionism, and performance pressure
For young people and adults who feel stuck in worry, overthinking, or self-doubt — and want clear, practical change.
MSc from University of Edinburgh
Active CBT researcher
Working with young people and adults
Sound familiar?
You perform well — but the internal cost is rising.
You lie awake replaying conversations, decisions, or mistakes.
You set high standards, then punish yourself for falling short.
You can't stop Googling symptoms or seeking reassurance.
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 you keep them after therapy ends.
What I specialise in
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.
What CBT actually looks like
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Clarify goals
We agree on clear, measurable outcomes so you know what success looks like from the start.
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Understand patterns
We map the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that keep the problem going — making the invisible visible.
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Build skills
Session by session, you develop practical tools to respond differently — tested between sessions in real life.
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Track progress
We review what's working and adjust the approach — therapy here is responsive, not rigid.
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Plan for the future
We build a relapse prevention plan so you leave with a clear framework for handling future difficulties independently.
CBT is typically 8–16 sessions. It's structured, collaborative, and focused on practical change.
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
Ready to take the first step?
Sessions are £80 for 50 minutes.
Currently offering online sessions across the UK. Edinburgh in-person sessions coming soon.