Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Depression (Accredited)

Ongoing Professional Development: This course provides the knowledge and skills to improve performance in this area, offering 10 hours of valuable learning and professional development, as evidenced on the certificate issued upon completion. Live Streamed Availability: This course and a range of other related courses can be delivered to groups of between 6 and 25 people via Live Streaming with Zoom. Contact Kevin O'Doherty for more details on pricing and availability etc.

This course offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), beginning with a detailed understanding of the fundamental skills, strategies, and techniques that make up the CBT approach. We then progress to focus specifically on how these tools can be applied to the treatment of depression, a prevalent and often debilitating mental health challenge. The course is primarily designed for individuals who are currently experiencing depression, guiding them through the CBT methods that can help them manage and overcome their symptoms.

However, it is also highly valuable for professionals such as healthcare workers, therapists, counselors, and support staff who regularly work with individuals dealing with depression. The course takes a practical, hands-on approach to teaching CBT, with a wealth of video lectures and resources that are designed to be engaging and accessible. You will learn how to identify and challenge negative thought patterns, understand the role of behavior in maintaining depression, and explore various CBT techniques that can help reshape thinking and improve emotional well-being.

We go beyond just the theory, offering numerous opportunities to practice these skills and integrate them into real-life scenarios. The goal is to equip you with the practical tools you need to either apply CBT to your own life or to effectively support others in managing depression. This course is the next step for those who have already completed the Introductory CBT course, although newcomers to CBT can also benefit from the clear, structured approach that builds from the ground up.