Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Core Skills

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• critically evaluate the evidence-base for CBT theory and models
• construct a CBT formulation based on a specific theoretical model and devise an evidence-based treatment plan
• Consider how CBT assessment, formulation and intervention can be delivered with cultural competence
• demonstrate and evaluate theory-practice links in the application of CBT to case material
• conduct a competent CBT assessment and critically appraise models and methods of assessment in CBT
• reflect on your clinical practice in with CBT

The curriculum for this module will comprise the following components:

• CBT assessment
• Different methods of formulation including the differences between generic and disorder specific
• CBT formulations
• CBT structure
• CBT change techniques
• Behavioural experiments
• Principles of reflective practice

Teaching and learning methods

Teaching will comprise a number of different methods including lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based earning, e-learning, directed reading, and independent study. Skills-based competencies will be

taught through demonstrations, simulated role plays, and using multi-media resources.

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

Bennett-Levy, J., Butler, G., Fennell, M. & Hackmann, A. (2004). Oxford Guide to Behavioural Experiments in Cognitive Therapy. Oxford: OUP.

Blackburn, I. & Twaddle, V. (2006). Cognitive Therapy in Action: A Practitioner’s Casebook.

Leahy, R.L. (2006). Contemporary Cognitive Therapy: Theory, Research and Practice. NY: Guilford Press.

Bennett-Levy, J., Butler, G., Fennell, M. & Hackmann, A. (2004). Oxford Guide to Behavioural Experiments in Cognitive Therapy. Oxford: OUP.

Wells, A. (1995). Cognitive Therapy of Anxiety Disorders: A Practice Manual and Conceptual Guide. Chichester: Wiley.

Beck, A.T., Rush, A.J., Shaw, B.F. & Emery, G. (1979). Cognitive Therapy for Depression. NY: Guilford Press.

Westbrook, D., Kennerly, H. & Kirk, J. (2007). An Introduction to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Skills and Applications. London: Sage.

Beck, J.S. (1975). Cognitive Therapy: Basics and Beyond. NY: Guilford Press.

Greenberger, D. & Padesky, C (1995). Mind Over Mood. NY: Guilford Press.

Leahy, R. L. (2003). Cognitive Therapy Techniques: A Practitioner’s Guide. NY: Guilford Press.

Nordahl, H. & Wells, A. (2009). Changing Beliefs in Cognitive Therapy: A Therapist’s Guide.

An Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, skills and applications..

Greenberger, D. & Padesky, C (1995). Mind Over Mood. NY: Guilford Press.

Hawton, K. (1989). Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Psychiatric Problems: A Practical Guide. New York: Oxford University Press.

Lusia Stopa (2009). Imagery and the threatened self: Perspectives on mental imagery and the self in cognitive therapy. Hove: Routledge.

Formative

This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal & External