Introduction to CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy)

CBT aims to help you to change the way that you think, feel and behave. This one day workshop will introduce you to the concepts of CBT and teach you simple techniques to will enable you to create a lasting change. On this workshop we will discuss the ABC model and how we form beliefs; we will look at example situations so you will see how the process works. At the end of the day you will leave with example worksheets you can use with clients and feel compitant to work with them. Please remember this is only a one day workshop and not a full CBT diploma or degree so you may choose to take your training further if you plan to use the skills as a fulltime CBT therapist. CBT has been shown to help people with various condition – both mental health conditions and physical conditions. For example: * certain anxiety disorders including phobias, panic attacks and panic disorder * depression * eating disorders * obsessive-compulsive disorder * body dysmorphic disorder * anger * post-traumatic-stress disorder * sexual and relationship problems * habits such as facial tics * drug or alcohol abuse * some sleep problems * chronic fatigue syndrome / ME * chronic (persistent) pain As a rule, the more specific the problem, the more likely CBT may help. This is because it is a practical therapy which focuses on particular problems and aims to overcome them.

Tutor: Mark Peters

Date: 18th May

Venue: Hopwood Village Hall

Location: South Birmingham, Wet Midlands

Web Link to Course: http://www.balancedapproach.co.uk/2010/icalrepeat.detail/2010/05/18/13/-/MzhjODdkMTRjYWQ5Yzk3MDg5NTkwMTYxNTUwNzE5NTQ=/introduction-to-cbt