Abigail Bradbury CBT

Abigail Bradbury CBT Offering both online and face-to-face sessions across the UK, I am an experienced and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist My name is Abigail Bradbury.

I have had the privilege of working in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as a therapist, supervisor, and trainer for a number of years. I was previously based in NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Services in North Yorkshire and Leeds, now known as NHS Talking Therapies, and until recently I worked at the University of Sheffield training future therapists and supervisors. I a

m now focussing solely on my private CBT practice offering both online and face-to-face appointments at The Cluntergate Centre in Horbury, Wakefield. I worked within NHS mental health services for 14 years. I completed my Postgraduate Diploma in CBT in 2011 and I have extensive experience of using CBT to help people work with emotional problems such as:

- Depression including Postnatal Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Panic attacks and agoraphobia
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Chronic worry (or Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Phobias
- Health anxiety
- Sleep difficulties
- Body image difficulties
- Some eating disorders
- Perfectionism

I recognise just how difficult it can be to ask for help and to start a course of therapy. I believe it is important to provide a safe and supportive environment and establish a trusting therapeutic relationship from the outset. This can help people to take the necessary steps that will ultimately reduce emotional distress and improve the quality of their lives. CBT focuses on helping people to develop a better understanding of their difficulties and learn new ways of thinking and acting. I adopt a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach with all patients. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and have provided supervision to individual therapists and groups, from trainees to more experienced therapists. For 6 years I was a teacher, tutor, and clinical supervisor on the IAPT CBT course at the University of Sheffield, which trains future CBT Therapists. Furthermore, I was the Programme Director for the Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Supervision, which trains clinical supervisors who supervise Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) working within schools helping children of all ages. I was also the Programme Director for the IAPT Supervisor Programme, which trains clinical supervisors who supervise clinicians working within Talking Therapies Services. I have enjoyed delivering workshops and career talks to local universities and to the public. I also acted as a discussant for a symposium on ‘IAPT and Primary Care’ and delivered a workshop at the 2019 BABCP national conference. Indeed, spreading the word that mental health matters is something that is especially important to me. I have also contributed to various pieces of research including the 2020 IAPT meta-analysis and I recently helped adapt the SAGE manual to assess low intensity CBT supervisors. I receive regular clinical supervision and ensure I am up to date with the latest developments in CBT. I am committed to Continued Professional Development and I am an accredited member of the BABCP. I am DBS checked and have Public Liability Insurance.

28/04/2026

Hi there! It's been a while, so I just wanted to say hi, hope you're all doing ok and managing to find some time to enjoy the sun (when it decides to shine).

Life can get a little crazy and we can easily get swept away with it all. So, something I find useful to do each day is take a minute to stop, take a breath, and commit to doing one thing each day that I LOVE. It can be small and fleeting, but it is something I WANT to do not necessarily something I need or have to do. Just for the fun of it. Being connected to out values is so important, especially when times get tough and life is busy. What is important to you? What would bring a smile to your face or a moment of rest?

I have a couple of free appointments coming up so please let me know if you or anyone you know would like to consider some CBT. The best way to reach me is via email: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

Here is some feedback from someone I recently worked with:

"Before starting CBT, I believed therapy and counselling were unnecessary and that I should simply be able to “get on with it.”
However, going through the process with Abi completely changed my perspective. It helped me realise that I wasn’t alone in my thoughts, feelings, or experiences, and that what I was going through was far more common than I had imagined.

Abi was understanding, relatable, and supportive throughout. She helped me develop practical tools to manage situations more effectively, and she always took the time to listen without ever making me feel judged or silly.

Over the course of the therapy, I have noticed a significant growth in my confidence and feel much calmer in myself. Others around me have noticed this change too, which really shows the difference it has made.

In our final session, we revisited my initial statement of thoughts and feelings. Reading it back was powerful and difficult, but it really highlighted how far I’ve come. The progress I’ve made through this process has been invaluable, and I feel confident that I now have the right tools to continue moving forward."

(April 2026)

I hope this gives you some confidence to take a leap of faith and reach out for help too.

20/01/2026

I hope you are well and keeping warm.

Here is some lovely feedback from someone I finished working with at the end of 2025:

"Working with Abi has been a great experience, from being able to speak through my thoughts openly, to working together to find better ways of managing my feelings. I always felt incredibly comfortable and got advice and strategies that helped me tremendously. I never felt pressure to rush anything and was able to go at my own pace, going over anything as many times as I needed. This helped it to feel very personal to me and I felt very heard throughout the whole experience. The knowledge and strategies shared were very insightful and effective for me and overall helped me greatly."

Name: KS
Date: 11/01/26

If this speaks to you or someone you know, please consider accessing some support. You can contact me for more information: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

06/01/2026

Happy New Year everyone!

I hope you are well. I hope your Christmas brought you whatever you hoped for. If not, I hope you got through it ok, it can be a tough time of year.

The beginning of 2026 is a time of rest, self-compassion, and reflection. Feeling fatigued after Christmas is real and overwhelming. We spend weeks planning, organising, shopping, travelling, socialising, cleaning and using up all our money and energy, often whilst battling seasonal illness at the same time. Then we tidy up, pack everything away, and steel ourselves to fulfil our new year resolutions. Does 'new year, new start, new me' sound familiar?

Make sure you give yourself the time to rest and recharge before throwing yourself into any new routines, diets, exercise plans etc. Wait until you have a bit more to give to give yourself the best chance at meeting any goals you might have. This way you're more likely to achieve them and be less hard on yourself if they don't work out.

Be boundaried - saying 'no' can be hard but necessary to give you some breathing space. Do a little less, not more. Do what matters to you without feeling guilty for it. Spring is around the corner bringing newness and energy with it. But for now, rest and be kind to yourself. Your future self will thank you for it.

If you or anyone you know feel they might benefit from some CBT, please do get in touch: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

We can arrange a quick chat on the phone where I can give you some more information about what I offer and book an appointment at your earliest convenience. Also, I appreciate January can be tricky financially so it is always worth checking out if your employer would consider funding some sessions.

Take care and enjoy that rest (however fleeting it might be).

18/09/2025

Kids starting back at school, the weather changing, and the lead up to festive celebrations can all add to the stress of every day life. You are not on your own with feeling burned out.

If you or someone you know could use some extra support, please do get in touch with me to see whether what I offer can help: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com.

In the meantime, look after yourselves. You matter, taking time to get some head space, reconnect with what/who you love, and sometimes just doing nothing is all worthwhile.

26/06/2025

ABI’S TOP 10 TIPS for HEALTHY WELLBEING

1. Do what matters to you
2. Eat well
3. Sleep well
4. Drink less caffeine & alcohol
5. Exercise
6. Get outside into nature
7. See friends & family - those who inspire & support you
8. Talk to loved ones about how you’re feeling
9. Be kind to yourself - practice good and regular self care
10. Seek further support if needed

And finally... remember that YOU matter x

For more tips and information about what I offer email me: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

19/06/2025

If anyone wants to meet me and find out more about what I offer, I will be at The Cluntergate Centre 10th Anniversary OPEN DAY on Saturday 28th June 2025, 10AM - 4PM. Come and say hello! x

19/06/2025

Some more feedback from another lovely, brave person I recently finished working with:

"I found CBT very eye opening and allowed me to focus more on my thoughts and feelings within both my mental and physical self. I have been able to realize how much negative thoughts can affect me but, Abi has allowed me to understand these more and turn them into more positive changes.

Abi has provided structure in my day-to-day life and brought me back to my true self, she has used practical and realistic goals that have boosted my confidence so much. I liked that Abi took the time to listen to me and was able to appreciate the way I was feeling. I also like that ‘Homework’/ Tasks were provided for me to complete which allowed me to spend more time with my Friends & Family (as i wasn't doing this as much as i used to) and the techniques she has taught me can now be used whenever I need to."

PW, May 2025

So good to hear CBT was helpful for PW. Starting therapy and seeing it through is hard but rewarding in equal measure.

If you know someone who needs some support they can email me: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

01/05/2025

Some lovely feedback from someone I've been working with and recently discharged:

"Abigail Bradbury’s guidance, help and support to overcome a phobia has been life changing for me. My phobia has effected me since childhood and it is something I thought I could never overcome. Abi created a safe space for me to feel comfortable enough to talk openly. I never felt rushed, only encouraged and supported to achieve my goals at my own pace.

Every session I had was professional and has given me the tools I need to continue living my life without avoidance and anxiety of the phobia.

I will always be thankful for the help and support Abi has provided me and would always recommend."

A lovely sunny day here in my office - keeping the fan going though!
01/05/2025

A lovely sunny day here in my office - keeping the fan going though!

24/04/2025

**ANNOUNCEMENT**
I hope you've had a lovely Easter Break. After finishing treatment with some amazing, courageous people I now have some sessions available on a Tuesday and a Thursday from w/c 28th April. These can be online or face-to-face at The (lovely) Cluntergate Centre in Horbury, Wakefield, which has free parking and disabled access if required.

If you or someone you know would like to book an initial assessment appointment with me please do get in touch. You can reach me via: abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com.

CBT can help address a number of difficulties such as low mood and various anxiety problems. If you're not sure if it is for you then feel free to contact me and I can tell you all about CBT, I can answer any questions you might have, and we can decide whether it is the right kind of therapy for you. This is free of charge and if CBT is not right for you I can signpost you to other possible options. This can be done via email or telephone, whichever is easiest for you. If we do go ahead and book an assessment session I can send you all my info and details.

Also, I do accept employer-funded sessions so if your employer is willing to fund some sessions please pass on my details to them and we can get something booked in.

I hope you have found this useful and I look forward to hearing from you!

abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com

Abi xx

Hi there! I am often asked what CBT is and what it entails so here is a great summary for those of you interested in CBT...
24/04/2025

Hi there! I am often asked what CBT is and what it entails so here is a great summary for those of you interested in CBT or know someone who could benefit from this type of therapy ... I hope you find it useful 😊

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, is a talking therapy proved to help treat a wide range of emotional and physical health conditions in adults, young people and children

28/11/2024

We're fast approaching the festive season, which can be both magical and hectic. I have a couple of appointments available this December if you or anyone you know needs a bit of TLC via CBT. Email me at abigail.bradbury.cbt@gmail.com x

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