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Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) links past patterns with present difficulties through structured mapping and reflection.

Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is a time-limited, structured psychotherapy that explores how early relational patterns influence current challenges. Together with your therapist, you build diagrams or written summaries (“maps”) of repeating patterns to increase awareness and choice. Sessions combine exploration, reformulation and practical change strategies.

CAT is used for relationship difficulties, anxiety, mood issues and personality patterns. The therapy emphasises collaboration, clear goals and review. Letters or diagrams support understanding between sessions.

CAT is delivered by accredited clinicians and complements wider mental-health care. It is not a crisis service; urgent concerns require immediate medical support.

• Typical format: 16–24 weekly sessions plus review.
• What to expect: structured discussion, mapping of patterns and written summaries.

Ruth Slaney

Hello - My name is Ruth (Roo) & I am a fully accredited Psychotherpist with BABCP and have been since 2002. I am also an accredited EMDR practitioner.

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