Overview
Over the last 20 years Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has become one of the leading therapeutic interventions in the treatment of psychological conditions, which may lead to increasingly problematic physical health conditions, such as obesity and related conditions. The main aim of this course is to provide an introduction to the principles and practice of CBT for those wishing to familiarise themselves with this intervention and who may aim to use aspects of it within their daily practice. As such it does not assume knowledge of CBT by participants, however it will be assumed that participants are willing to try some of the techniques discussed, in their daily practice.Who is Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy aimed at?
All staffCourse Length
1 dayLearning Outcomes
By the end of the course delegates wiill be able to:-
- Understand the basic principles of CBT
- Understand the effectiveness of CBT and be able to use it in behaviour management situations
- Understand the relationship between cognitive processes and behaviour
- Understand and demonstrate the basic techniques of CBT using skills rehearsal
- Understand the use of CBT to increase patient client commitment and improve outcomes
- Understand when the use of CBT is appropriate and in the patient’s interest
