Theresa Cadd, BACP, NCPS

Cognitive behavioural techniques are used when thoughts and behaviours are getting in the way. She also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at repeating patterns that affect relationships and self-image. She has worked in community mental health settings and in education, including time with the charity MIND.

Those roles gave experience with a broad range of concerns and different kinds of people. Theresa now runs a independent practice and continues to attend professional training to keep her skills up to date. In sessions she offers structured tools such as thought records, mindfulness exercises and communication strategies.

She adapts tools to suit individual preferences and practical needs. The approach is collaborative - goals are agreed together and progress is reviewed. Theresa specialises in areas such as stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family difficulties, low self-esteem, addiction and trauma-related problems.

She also supports people with eating and sleeping issues, parenting strain, ADHD and compassion fatigue. The work is steady and paced to what each person can manage. People can expect short-term focused work or longer conversations depending on their aims.

Theresa describes her style as kind, patient and non-judgemental, and she aims to help clients build confidence and practical coping skills.