Explains what cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is, what it is for, what happens during therapy and how to find a therapist.
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beatingtheblues.co.uk
Online CBT for depression and anxiety, available free on the NHS in some areas. You need a referral to access it.
babcp.com
Information about cognitive behavioural therapy and related treatments, including details of accredited therapists.
bacp.co.uk
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
bps.org.uk
Information about psychology, including a list of chartered psychologists.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nhs.uk
Information about health problems and treatments, including details of local NHS services in England.
116 123 (freephone)
[email protected]
Chris, Freepost RSRB-KKBY-CYJK
PO Box 90 90
Stirling FK8 2SA
samaritans.org
Samaritans are open 24/7 for anyone who needs to talk. You can visit some Samaritans branches in person. Samaritans also have a Welsh Language Line on 0808 164 0123 (7pm–11pm every day).
psychotherapy.org.uk
Professional body for the education, training and accreditation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Provides online register of psychotherapists offering different talking treatments privately.
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