High Intensity CBT Therapist in London inLondon PUBLISHED FRI 9 MAY 2025 Jump to job information section
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for High Intensity CBT therapist to join the NHS Talking Therapies delivered by Talking Therapies Southwark (TTS). We are seeking enthusiastic CBT therapists who are passionate about developing their skills in order to help improve the lives of others. Successful applicants can expect to join a highly valued and motivated TTS workforce who are committed to develop a person-centred and effective psychological assessment and treatment service to the local population.
We are keen to offer CPD and training opportunities to our permanent staff (after they have consolidated their CBT learning and application) who are keen to develop their therapeutic skills in supervision or treatment modalities other than CBT, e.g. IPT, EMDR, BCT, NET, MBCT.
You will offer assessment and 1:1 high intensity CBT interventions via telephone, video or face-to-face appointments. As part of your role you will also receive weekly supervision as well as opportunities to provide supervision to other colleagues in the team. As one of the few Trusts in London we are proud to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage.
Talking Therapies Southwark has been commissioned to provide the adult NHS Talking Therapies for Southwark since 2008, and currently we have over 100 WTE staff. There are two locality-based teams, each responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred by, or registered with, the GP practices in their part of the borough. The south team is currently based at the Maudsley Hospital in Camberwell and the north team at the Munro Centre near London Bridge. Within each team, CBT therapists, psychologists, counsellors, psychological wellbeing practitioners and career coaches work closely together, offering assessment, psycho-educational workshops and groups, as well as individual treatment sessions covering all the NHS Talking Therapies -recommended therapy modalities. The South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is the lead provider for the Talking Therapies Southwark partnership.
Our Trust headquarters is located at the Maudsley Hospital in Denmark Hill, London. It is less than 5-minutes walk from the train station (zone 2) and is within walking distance from the beautiful green spaces of Ruskin park and the vibrant high-street that offers great shopping opportunities and with a wide range restaurant.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Marion Cuddy Job title: Senior Team Leader Email address: Telephone number: 020 3228 2194
Please contact Dr Marion Cuddy )
We are keen to offer CPD and training opportunities to our permanent staff (after they have consolidated their CBT learning and application) who are keen to develop their therapeutic skills in supervision or treatment modalities other than CBT, e.g. IPT, EMDR, BCT, NET, MBCT.
You will offer assessment and 1:1 high intensity CBT interventions via telephone, video or face-to-face appointments. As part of your role you will also receive weekly supervision as well as opportunities to provide supervision to other colleagues in the team. As one of the few Trusts in London we are proud to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working, and we are happy to talk flexible working at the interview stage.
Talking Therapies Southwark has been commissioned to provide the adult NHS Talking Therapies for Southwark since 2008, and currently we have over 100 WTE staff. There are two locality-based teams, each responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients referred by, or registered with, the GP practices in their part of the borough. The south team is currently based at the Maudsley Hospital in Camberwell and the north team at the Munro Centre near London Bridge. Within each team, CBT therapists, psychologists, counsellors, psychological wellbeing practitioners and career coaches work closely together, offering assessment, psycho-educational workshops and groups, as well as individual treatment sessions covering all the NHS Talking Therapies -recommended therapy modalities. The South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is the lead provider for the Talking Therapies Southwark partnership.
Our Trust headquarters is located at the Maudsley Hospital in Denmark Hill, London. It is less than 5-minutes walk from the train station (zone 2) and is within walking distance from the beautiful green spaces of Ruskin park and the vibrant high-street that offers great shopping opportunities and with a wide range restaurant.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Marion Cuddy Job title: Senior Team Leader Email address: Telephone number: 020 3228 2194
Please contact Dr Marion Cuddy )
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To work as a High Intensity Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Therapist in the UK, you typically need a combination of educational qualifications, specific training, and relevant skills. Here are the primary skills and qualifications required for this role:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology, mental health, social work, or a related field is often required.
2. Postgraduate Training: Completion of an accredited High Intensity training program in CBT, often affiliated with the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) program.
Skills:
1. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in delivering CBT, including understanding of cognitive and behavioral theories and the ability to apply these in therapeutic settings.
2. Assessment and Evaluation: Skills in assessing mental health conditions and evaluating client needs effectively.
3. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to build rapport with clients and accurately document therapy sessions.
4. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand clients' perspectives and provide support in a non-judgmental manner.
5. Problem-Solving: Strong skills in helping clients identify problems and develop practical solutions.
6. Adaptability: Ability to modify therapeutic approaches based on individual client needs and responses to treatment.
7. Teamwork: Capability to work collaboratively with other mental health professionals and stakeholders to provide the best care for clients.
8. Cultural Competence: Awareness and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and understanding how cultural factors affect mental health and therapy.
9. Self-Reflection and Supervision: Willingness to engage in self-reflection, seek supervision, and continue professional development.
Additional Skills:
- Time Management: Ability to manage a caseload efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Data Management: Competence in using electronic health records and other documentation tools.
- Ethical Practice: Knowledge of ethical considerations and legal frameworks related to mental health practice.
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