title: An introduction to providing cognitive behavioural therapy.
abstract: This article outlines the theory underpinning the practice of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and some of the intervention techniques commonly used by CBT psychotherapists. It also looks at government publications relating to the provision of psychotherapies in the NHS and training requirements for different levels of CBT psychotherapy and practice.
authors.affiliation: Couple and Family Consultation Service, University of Hertfordshire.
authors.forename: Lorraine
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Davies-Smith
mesh_terms: D003071:Cognition; D015928:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy / Q000193:education / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D004644:Emotions; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D024802:Nurse's Role; D016134:Organizational Policy; D018579:Patient Selection; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011582:Psychological Theory; D012649:Self Concept; D013222:State Medicine / Q000458:organization & administration; D013850:Thinking; D006113:United Kingdom