Bernadette H. Rayman
Glasgow,Lanarkshire
Summary
Experienced CBT Therapist specialising in adult therapy, managing a private practice. Developed clinical expertise in a counselling centre, serving diverse clients. Transitioned from a 30-year career in financial services, leveraging coaching and personnel development skills to enhance therapeutic practices. Utilises a remote, paper-free model to facilitate effective communication and consistently positive client feedback.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CBT & Group Work Therapist
Self-employed
Glasgow
08.2025 - Current
- Deliver individual cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) sessions
- Provide therapy for anxiety, depression, panic phobia, social anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, OCD, trauma, bereavement, and more.
- Support clients in managing anxiety, depression, panic, phobia, social anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, OCD, trauma, bereavement, and more.
- Adjust worksheet tools for social anxiety and phobia clients, enhancing progress tracking; received positive client feedback on effectiveness.
- Offer in-person and zoom sessions to private clients aged 16+
CBT Therapist
Lanarkshire Counselling And CBT Centre (LCCC)
Glasgow, GLG
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated in-person and online therapy sessions for clients, including evenings and weekends, to enhance accessibility.
- Coordinated flexible scheduling options to meet diverse client needs, ensuring consistent engagement in therapy.
- Enabled therapy access for clients aged 16 and above facing financial barriers, promoting mental health support.
Education
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY AND GROUP WORK
ACT Counselling and CBT Services
Glasgow08-2025
COSCA COUNSELLING SKILLS CERTIFICATE - COUNSELLING SKILLS
Strathclyde University
Glasgow01-2023
B.SC - BUSINESS & FRENCH
University of Surrey
London, ENG09-1996
Skills
- Therapeutic techniques
- Group therapy facilitation
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma care
- Mental health support
- Domestic violence awareness
- Stress management
- Resilience strategies
- Reflective practice
Certification
MBACP - Registered Member of BACP
SCMCOSCA - Individual Member of COSCA
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
- https://www.serenitascbt-counselling.com
- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580817225587
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/serenitas-cbt-counselling-psychotherapy-glasgow/1668457?msockid=129f464f43636bc62333502b42d86af7
- https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/bernadette-rayman
Interests
- Walking near Lochs and the Highlands
- Crochet
- Yoga
Timeline
CBT & Group Work Therapist
Self-employed
08.2025 - Current
CBT Therapist
Lanarkshire Counselling And CBT Centre (LCCC)
01.2024 - Current
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA - COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY AND GROUP WORK
ACT Counselling and CBT Services
COSCA COUNSELLING SKILLS CERTIFICATE - COUNSELLING SKILLS
Strathclyde University
B.SC - BUSINESS & FRENCH
University of Surrey