Reclaim Control: Effective CBT in Edinburgh with Lucy Wren Transform negative thought patterns and behaviours with evidence-based CBT, tailored to your individual needs.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other challenges that impact your daily life? Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) offers a practical and effective approach to managing these difficulties.

At Counselling Edinburgh I provide compassionate and personalised CBT to help you achieve lasting positive change.

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Honorata Lisiak9 months ago

I cannot thank Lucy enough for the incredible support she gave me during one of the most difficult times in my life. When I first came to her, I was struggling deeply with anxiety and felt overwhelmed. Her calm and caring presence immediately made me feel safe and understood.

She is not only warm and compassionate, but also highly knowledgeable and professional. Every session felt thoughtfully guided and deeply human — she never rushed, always listened, and helped me gently unpack what I was experiencing.

Thanks to her support, I’ve come such a long way. I feel so much stronger, calmer, and more like myself again. I’m truly grateful to have found such an amazing therapist. She made a real difference in my life.

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Sharron Ridd1 year ago

When I realised I needed some help, I started looking for a counsellor. It was a minefield of different specialisms. Some I had to Google!
I found Lucy on Health by Science, and I am very glad I did.
Lucy's calm manner made it easy to talk, her patience as I jumped around on tangents, and her subtlety of helping me 'connect the dots', but not pushing me to any conclusions was perfect.
I can not say enough how thankful I am to Lucy, and I recommend her wholeheartedly .

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F M1 year ago

I found Lucy to be a great support during the difficulties I was facing. I felt she understood me and helped me navigate my way through these emotions with her knowledge and experience.

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Deborah Murphy1 year ago

Working with Lucy has been a transformative experience for me. From the very first session, Lucy made me feel comfortable and understood. With Lucy, I felt that I had a safe place to explore complex topics with no judgement or criticism.

Through our sessions, Lucy worked with me to provide me with tools and techniques that I will be able to use for years to come to manage difficult situations.

I would highly recommend Lucy to anyone looking for a counsellor who takes your whole person into consideration, providing a supportive environment in which to grow and develop.

Lucy's experience, compassion and commitment to her clients make her an exceptional counsellor.

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Lindsay Rodger1 year ago

Lucy has been a great support to me over the past couple of years as I've gone through some very difficult personal experiences. Talking through these with Lucy has helped me to stay focused on what is best for me and to make decisions based on what I truly want and need. It has been, and continues to be, a hugely impactful and positive experience for me.

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Carla Marina Reis1 year ago

I have found Lucy to be a wonderful human being with feelings and a heart. She is someone who knows how to speak and be silent, and, above all, knows how to listen. With her, I can talk about everything and nothing. I can share my problems and concerns, and she understands my pain and respects my feelings. She has become a friend, understanding the immense emptiness of my lonely life. She knows how to keep me from going crazy and stop me from crying about my past and sad memories. With her, I can talk about beautiful and sad things, my hopes and achievements, and my dreams and plans. She has shown me that life is worth living, not because life is beautiful, but because I am a good person, deserving of happiness, and capable of making my own decisions. She has shown me that I have a voice.
She cannot touch my shoulders, smile, or cry with me, but I know she's there, making me aware that I'm still living and am a valid person.

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How CBT Can Help

Anxiety Disorders

Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Phobias.

Depression

Low mood, loss of interest, feelings of hopelessness.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Trauma-related symptoms.

Eating Disorders

Negative body image and unhealthy eating patterns.

Sleep Problems

Insomnia and other sleep disturbances.

What Is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a type of talking therapy that focuses on the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

It helps you identify and challenge negative or unhelpful thought patterns that contribute to emotional distress. By learning to change these patterns, you can develop healthier coping mechanisms and improve your overall well-being.

What to Expect from CBT in Edinburgh

CBT is a structured and practical therapy. With me, Lucy Wren, you can expect:

Assessment & Goal-Setting → Together, we’ll identify the key challenges you want to work on and set achievable therapy goals.
Identifying Thought Patterns → We’ll explore the links between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, spotting unhelpful cycles.
Practical Tools & Exercises → You’ll learn evidence-based strategies to challenge negative thinking, manage anxiety, and change behaviours.
Real-Life Practice → CBT is highly practical. You’ll have tools to use between sessions so you can build confidence and see progress.
Review & Reflection → Sessions are regularly reviewed to track improvements and adjust strategies to keep you moving forward.