Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Course in Substance Use

Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Course

What will this course do for you?

"Men are disturbed not by the things which happen, but by the opinions about the things" Epicitus

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on the way people think (cognitions) and act in order to help them overcome their emotional and behavioural problems. CBT offers powerful strategies for helping service users to change both thinking and behavioural patterns. Current research shows that the cognitive approach provides the most effective intervention for substance misuse and other many other problems.

The Introductory course will introduce and consolidate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy within the context of your present practice and other therapeutic methods.

You will leave this course with a solid grounding in CBT, and practical strategies that you can put into practice straight away.

Who should attend this training?

Anyone wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in supporting service users. The course aim is to enhance effectiveness through learning the skills and techniques of CBT. This would include drug and alcohol workers, mental health workers and general healthcare workers.

Objectives

• To understand the concept of CBT and how it relates to behavioural change
• To develop and maintain rapport whilst introducing CBT concepts and approaches
• Effectively utilise a range of practical CBT approaches with service users.
• Integrate CBT skills into current professional practice, responsibly and appropriately.