Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 2: Advanced Intervention Skills

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• conduct a competent CBT assessment and critically appraise models and methods of assessment in CBT
• construct a CBT formulation based on a specific theoretical model and devise an evidence-based treatment plan
• demonstrate and evaluate theory-practice links in the application of CBT to case material
• consider the importance of cultural differences in relation to physical and mental health, and in relation to assessment, formulation and intervention using a CBT (including third-wave) approach.
• critically evaluate the evidence-base for CBT theory and models
• reflect on your clinical practice in with CBT

The curriculum for this module will comprise the following components:

• CBT assessment and formulations of specific presentations
• Different methods of formulation including the differences between generic and disorder specific approaches and formulation from different CBT approaches
• Special considerations for working with complex cases such as individuals with personality disorders, psychosis, eating disorders and a history of complex trauma
• The application of CBT in health settings
• Professional accreditation
• Considerations for working with race, culture and diversity and current issues in CBT practice
• An introduction to third-wave CBT approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Teaching and learning methods

Teaching will comprise a number of different methods including lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based learning, e-learning, directed reading, and independent study. Skills-based competencies will be taught through demonstrations, simulated role plays and/or real-plays, experiential exercises, and using multi-media resources.

Resources & Reading list

Textbooks

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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