Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Preview

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is the gold standard of psychotherapy because of its proven effectiveness in improving mental health and wellbeing. In this introductory course, you will learn about the core concepts, theories and skills used in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

CBT is a dynamic and evidence-based framework that empowers individuals to understand, navigate, and ultimately reshape the intricate interplay between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. At its core, CBT is a collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth, offering invaluable insights and practical tools to enhance mental wellbeing.

CBT operates on the fundamental premise that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours are interconnected. It acknowledges that the way we think about situations can significantly impact how we feel and how we subsequently behave. Through CBT, you'll embark on a journey to identify automatic thoughts, challenge negative or distorted thinking patterns, and reframe your cognitive processes to cultivate a more balanced and constructive mindset.

Throughout this course, you'll delve into the core principles of CBT, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its techniques and applications. From comprehending the cognitive model to unravelling the intricacies of the therapeutic relationship, you'll be equipped with a holistic perspective on CBT's transformative capabilities.

What You'll Gain:

• Clear Insights: Grasp the essence of CBT, learn about its origins and principles.
• Practical Understanding: Uncover how CBT is applied in practice, step by step.
• Cognitive Framework: Explore how the mind processes thoughts, emotions, and actions.
• Connections Unveiled: Delve into the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
• Managing Intrusive Thoughts: Learn about how CBT addresses worry, rumination, and intrusive thoughts.
• Building Relationships: Understand approaches to establishing effective therapeutic relationships.
• Application: Examine CBT's relevance in addressing various challenges, such as depression, anxiety, social phobia, panic disorder, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, and addiction.
• Beyond CBT: Get a glimpse of emerging CBT-based psychotherapies.

The course comes with a comprehensive handbook as well as downloads and example worksheets so that you can understand how therapists deliver CBT and practice the exercises on yourself. On completing the course, you will earn a certificate accredited by the International Association of Therapists. If you wish to become a registered member of the BABCP you will require further training.

About Level 2

Level 2 is an introductory level qualification suitable for all. They typically do not require prior experience and will take 6-12 weeks to complete based on studying one module per week. See the course description for information specific to this course.

Reviews

"It is truly one of the best structured and most beautifully taught courses here! It's clear and straight to the point, that's why you will really remember what you've been learning during the course! I love it and I highly recommend it!" Joanna Saric

"Very good overview of CBT. Also a good repetition and summary if you have done similar courses before. Thanks Chris for that variety of subjects." Norbert Lender

"The content is amazing and easy to grasp. The lectures are not too long with only essential information allowing you to keep focused." Bronwen Thomas

Meet your instructor

Chris Worfolk

Chris is a psychologist and teacher. He holds an MSc in Psychology (Conversion) from Leeds Beckett University and is a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society.

Chris is the author of multiple books including Do More, Worry Less. He ie the founder the of mental health charity Anxiety Leeds and is co-owner of the Leeds Anxiety Clinic.

Registration

This course is available via our on-demand platform. You can learn at your own pace but you will have access to your tutor if you have any questions or need additional support. Have some questions before joining the course? Reach out via the contact us page.

Why study CBT?

Studying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can be incredibly beneficial for professionals in a wide range of fields. CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that has been shown to be effective in treating a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Learning and teaching

Our course is delivered entirely online through a variety of engaging and interactive materials, including instructional videos, informative readings, thought-provoking worksheets, and practical exercises. This means that you can work through the course at your own pace, and access the materials whenever and wherever it suits you.

Assessment

As part of our Cognitive Behavioural Therapy course, we offer a comprehensive assessment program to help you track your progress and evaluate your understanding of the material. Our assessments are delivered through a series of multiple-choice exams. These exams are carefully crafted to test your knowledge of key concepts and practical applications of CBT, ensuring that you have a thorough understanding of the subject matter before moving on to the next module.

Career opportunities

Our Level 2 is the perfect place to start when learning Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. It will give you all of the fundamental skills you need to study CBT further.