Module introduction

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT), is a form of psychotherapy which is increasingly being used in clinical settings.

 

In this module we hope to help you gain a greater understanding of CBT and its applications in clinical practice.

 

Learning outcomes

 

By the end of this module we hope that you will be able to:

 

  • understand the role of CBT in psychiatry

  • explain to a patient what CBT is

  • summarise a patient’s difficulties from a cognitive behavioural perspective

  • apply basic CBT techniques

  • know when to refer someone for CBT.

 

 

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