Initial consultation
We’ll understand your current difficulties through a CBT lens and consider whether this approach feels right for you.
A confidential space to move forward
CBT in Hertfordshire.
Online therapy too.
Evidence-based CBT for anxiety, depression and the difficulties that can make life feel smaller.
BABCP accreditedEnglish & ItalianIn-person & online
01 · About Silvia
Get to know me
A thoughtful, practical approach—centred on you.
I’m Silvia, a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years’ experience in the public sector. I help people understand the patterns behind anxiety, depression and related difficulties, then develop practical skills to create lasting change.
I am accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP), with a background in clinical psychology and psychodynamic counselling. I offer a confidential, sensitive environment where you can explore what you are experiencing without judgement.
Therapy is personal. Whether you are facing a difficult period or struggling with recurring symptoms, our sessions will be shaped around your needs and goals.
La terapia è disponibile anche in italiano.Therapy is also available in Italian.
02 · About therapy
What is CBT?
Understand the cycle.
Change the pattern.
01ThoughtsWhat goes through your mind
→02EmotionsHow those thoughts make you feel
→03BehaviourWhat you do—or avoid doing
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy explores how thoughts and beliefs connect with emotions, behaviour and physical sensations. Often it is not an event alone that distresses us, but the meaning we attach to it.
By noticing unhelpful cycles and trying new responses, CBT helps you approach overwhelming issues in a more balanced and constructive way.
CBT is a short-term, goal-oriented therapy focused mainly on current problems and practical solutions. The intention is for you to become your own therapist—able to apply the skills you learn long after sessions end.
CBT has a strong evidence base and is recommended by NICE for a range of mental health difficulties.
I can help with
DepressionAnxiety & panicLow self-esteemSocial anxietyPhobiasExcessive worryOCDIntrusive thoughtsHealth anxietyPTSDStress managementChronic painLong-term conditionsHabit problems
03 · Sessions
What to expect
A clear path, taken at your pace.
A shared plan
If we decide to work together, we’ll agree your goals and the number and frequency of sessions. You remain free to stop at any time.
Skills for lasting change
You’ll take an active role, using between-session tasks to practise new skills. Booster sessions are available after treatment.
50minutes per session
6–20sessions typically offered
Weeklyor fortnightly
Practice is informed by the BABCP Codes of Ethics. Sessions are confidential, except where there is a duty of care to protect someone from harm. Regular clinical supervision is undertaken in line with BABCP requirements.
04 · Fees
Simple, transparent fees
£80 per 50-minute session
Insurance-funded sessions may be charged at a different tariff. Please contact me to discuss this.
- ✓ Payment is due at the end of each session
- ✓ Please give at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel
- ✓ Late cancellations and missed sessions are payable in full
- ✓ If I cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice, your next session is free
05 · Contact
Take the first step
Let’s have a calm, confidential conversation.
Contact me to arrange an initial consultation and explore whether CBT could be helpful for you.