Have you tried different therapy types like CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), person centred, or EMDR? What worked best for you, and why?

I’m not sure about the title of this thread - CBT versus talk therapy. CBT would be considered as a talking therapy as would a lot of the others.

I had two CBT sessions as that’s the go to in the NHS then they stepped me up to interpersonal dynamic (which is higher intensity). It focused on self care and relationships with others. It really helped. I would be open to counselling too, which would probably have a more humanistic approach.

CBT works best. 👍

I want to "branch out" and try EMDR. 🙂

On 7/18/2025 at 12:59 AM, sabrina said:

I’m not sure about the title of this thread - CBT versus talk therapy. CBT would be considered as a talking therapy as would a lot of the others.

I had two CBT sessions as that’s the go to in the NHS then they stepped me up to interpersonal dynamic (which is higher intensity). It focused on self care and relationships with others. It really helped. I would be open to counselling too, which would probably have a more humanistic approach.

CBT for me was less intense than talking therapy. Just my opinion. but I suppose it depends on what kind of therapy suits you,

I did CBT quite awhile a go now. I finish therapy this week. NHS or the charities only usually give you 12 sessions.

I was offered this but I declined. Some things are too painful to talk about…and I’m talking YEARS…