Miss Tina Wright

CBT Psychotherapist

“If you’re living with a long-term health condition or chronic illness, you may already know how exhausting, frustrating, and emotionally draining it can feel. Perhaps your symptoms affect your mood, confidence, relationships, or ability to live the life you want. Many people reach a point where they think, “I can’t fix this alone.” That’s often when support can make the biggest difference. I specialise in evidence-based therapy for people experiencing the emotional impact of symptoms linked to chronic illness and persistent health conditions. I help clients understand themselves better, build practical tools to manage anxiety and stress, set clear boundaries, and regain a sense of calm, confidence, and control. My approach is warm, non-judgemental, and grounded in clinically proven methods, so you feel supported as you make meaningful, lasting changes. Clients often tell me they value having a space where they feel heard, understood, and guided with practical strategies that genuinely improve their quality of life. Therapy with me is not just about talking — it’s about learning skills you can use every day to cope, heal, and move forward.”

About Me

Reaching out for support can feel daunting, and I want you to know I recognise the courage it takes to take that step. I’m Tina, an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with over 17 years’ clinical experience across the NHS, charitable organisations, and private practice. I specialise in chronic illness therapy and supporting people living with long-term health conditions who feel overwhelmed by the emotional impact of symptoms. Many of the people I work with appear capable and high-functioning on the outside, yet privately feel exhausted, anxious, frustrated, or stuck. My role is to help you make sense of what’s happening, strengthen emotional resilience, and regain a sense of control so you can live well — not just cope.

Approach

I use evidence-based therapies including CBT, compassion-focused approaches, and mind-body strategies, tailored to your individual needs. My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method; instead, we work together to understand your experiences, identify what’s maintaining your difficulties, and develop strategies that genuinely work in real life. Therapy with me is active and empowering. Alongside feeling heard and understood, you’ll learn tools to manage stress, calm your nervous system, shift unhelpful thinking patterns, and respond to challenges with confidence.

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Basic Information

Norwich, United Kingdom

Online Only

Services

I offer structured, goal-focused therapy that blends clinical expertise with compassion. Sessions provide both a supportive space to talk and a practical environment to build skills. We’ll set clear aims, track progress, and adapt strategies so therapy remains relevant and effective for you. Clients often tell me they appreciate having a therapist who understands the complex link between mind and body, validates their experiences, and provides clear guidance rather than vague advice. My aim is always to help you leave therapy feeling calmer, more confident, and better equipped to handle whatever life — or your symptoms — brings. I focus on the psychological and emotional effects of physical health difficulties, including: Chronic illness and persistent symptoms Long-term health conditions and invisible illness Anxiety linked to health uncertainty Burnout and overwhelm Self-criticism and perfectionism Sleep difficulties Adjustment to diagnosis or symptom changes My work is particularly suited to motivated adults who want practical, evidence-based support to improve quality of life whilst living with ongoing health challenges.

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
A therapy combining mindfulness meditation with cognitive behavioural techniques, designed particularly to prevent relapse in depression.
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Pain Management
Psychological approaches to chronic pain that address the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural dimensions of living with persistent pain.
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Stress Management
Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.
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Free Consultation
A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Somatic Psychotherapy
A form of therapy focused on the connection between mind and body, using body awareness and movement to release held tension, trauma, and emotion.

Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Groups
Individuals
Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Headaches
Recurrent headaches or migraines that may have psychological contributing factors such as stress, tension, anxiety, or emotional distress.
Cancer Support
The psychological and emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis on the individual and their loved ones, including fear, grief, and adjustment to treatment.
Chronic Illness
A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.
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Depression
A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.
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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Sleep Problems
Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.
Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Professional Title:

CBT Psychotherapist
A psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, an evidence-based approach that changes unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Credentials

Registrations

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychosocial Science

UEA

Year: 2009

Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

UEA

Year: 2016

Memberships

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

Membership: 140425

Service Areas

Evolve Psychotherapy

Online Only

Norwich

United Kingdom