Trauma-Informed CBT in Derby: Building Confidence, Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing with Jo Aubrey
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, difficult experiences, or unhelpful thought patterns begin to affect everyday life. Many people find themselves stuck in cycles of worry, self-criticism, avoidance, or emotional exhaustion, unsure how to move forward.
At Ora – The Wellbeing Company, Jo Aubrey provides trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from The Old Surgery, Derby, offering adults a safe, supportive space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
As an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and qualified Occupational Therapist with over 12 years of experience across NHS and private practice settings, Jo combines clinical expertise with a compassionate and practical approach. Her therapy focuses not only on reducing symptoms but also on helping clients understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful changes that last beyond therapy.
Through personalised CBT sessions, Jo supports adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, health anxiety, burnout, and emotional difficulties linked to life changes or long-term health challenges.
Understanding Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Who It Supports
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based talking therapy that explores the relationship between thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and experiences. It helps individuals recognise patterns that may be contributing to emotional distress and develop practical strategies for managing challenges.
Jo’s approach is trauma-informed, meaning therapy considers how past experiences may influence the way we think, feel, respond, and relate to ourselves and others.
Rather than focusing only on symptoms, Jo helps clients understand the deeper patterns behind their experiences and develop healthier ways of coping.
Jo supports adults aged 18 and over who may be experiencing:
Anxiety and excessive worry
Trauma and PTSD
Depression and low mood
Stress and burnout
Low confidence and self-criticism
OCD
Health anxiety
Emotional challenges linked to physical health conditions
Difficult life transitions and adjustment
Perfectionism and people-pleasing
Feeling stuck in unhelpful thoughts, emotions, or behaviours
Therapy can also support people who want to:
Build emotional resilience
Develop healthier coping strategies
Improve self-compassion
Understand themselves more deeply
Create positive and sustainable changes
You do not need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Sometimes the first step is simply having a supportive space where you can begin making sense of what you are experiencing.
The Benefits of Working with Jo Aubrey
Starting therapy can feel like a significant decision, especially when you have been managing challenges alone for a long time. Having professional support can provide clarity, reassurance, and practical tools to help you navigate life more confidently.
Through trauma-informed CBT, Jo helps clients:
Understand the connection between thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and experiences
Recognise patterns that may be keeping them feeling stuck
Develop practical strategies for managing emotions
Improve confidence and self-awareness
Build resilience during challenging periods
Create healthier responses to difficult situations
Develop greater self-compassion and emotional understanding
Many people find that therapy helps them feel less overwhelmed and more in control of their experiences.
Jo believes therapy is not about changing who you are. It is about helping you better understand yourself, recognise your strengths, and develop skills that support your wellbeing long term.
Jo Aubrey’s Compassionate and Collaborative Therapy Approach
Jo brings together her background in Occupational Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to provide a well-rounded understanding of emotional wellbeing.
Her experience allows her to consider the connection between:
Thoughts and emotions
Daily routines and behaviours
Physical wellbeing
Personal values and meaningful activities
Life experiences and coping patterns
Jo does not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Every person’s experiences are different, so therapy is adapted around your individual needs, goals, and circumstances.
Alongside CBT, Jo may draw from principles of:
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
These approaches can support clients in developing self-compassion, emotional regulation skills, acceptance, and greater psychological flexibility.
Clients often appreciate Jo’s ability to make psychology easier to understand through relatable examples, practical tools, and clear explanations. Her warm and approachable style helps create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.
Her aim is to provide a confidential, non-judgemental environment where clients can explore their experiences safely and work towards meaningful change.
A Professional Therapy Space at The Old Surgery, Derby
The environment where therapy takes place can have an important impact on how comfortable and supported clients feel.
Jo provides CBT sessions from The Old Surgery, Derby, a professional wellbeing location operated by Ora – The Wellbeing Company.
Ora provides purpose-built therapy rooms designed to support practitioners and their clients, creating spaces where people can feel comfortable, welcomed, and at ease.
Clients benefit from:
Private and professional therapy rooms
A calm environment for reflection and conversation
Comfortable spaces designed around client wellbeing
Convenient access in Derby
A trusted setting for emotional health services
For individuals seeking therapy rooms in Derby, the right environment can help create the sense of safety and privacy needed for meaningful therapeutic work.
Ora supports a wide range of practitioners in Derbyshire, providing professional treatment rooms Midlands-based wellbeing professionals can rely on.
From CBT and emotional wellbeing support to physical health and holistic services, Ora – The Wellbeing Company creates professional spaces where practitioners can deliver high-quality care.
Supporting Emotional Wellbeing Across Derbyshire and the Midlands
Mental health challenges can affect many areas of life, from relationships and work to confidence, daily routines, and overall wellbeing.
Jo’s trauma-informed CBT approach provides adults with the opportunity to pause, reflect, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, recovering from difficult experiences, feeling emotionally exhausted, or simply wanting to create positive change, therapy can provide valuable support.
Through a combination of evidence-based techniques, practical strategies, and compassionate guidance, Jo helps clients work towards greater emotional balance and confidence.
Her sessions are available at The Old Surgery, Derby, providing accessible support for individuals looking for professional wellbeing services in Derby and the surrounding Midlands area.
Begin Your Journey Towards Greater Emotional Wellbeing
If anxiety, trauma, stress, low confidence, or unhelpful patterns are affecting your everyday life, trauma-informed CBT with Jo Aubrey at The Old Surgery, Derby can provide a safe and supportive space to begin making positive changes.
With her combination of CBT expertise, Occupational Therapy background, and compassionate approach, Jo helps clients better understand themselves and develop practical tools for lasting wellbeing.
👉 Book your CBT session with Jo Aubrey today and take the first step towards greater confidence, resilience, and emotional clarity.
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