title: Using guided self-help to treat common mental health problems: The Westminster Primary Care Psychology Service.
abstract: We describe a new service offering cognitive behavioural therapy in the form of guided self-help to patients experiencing mild mental health problems. The referral pathway is outlined and the various treatment options are illustrated with case descriptions of depression and panic disorder. Patients' responses to this new service are reported and discussed.
authors.affiliation: Primary Care Mental Health Worker.
authors.forename: Louise
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Falbe-Hansen
authors.affiliation: Primary Care Mental Health Worker.
authors.forename: Corin
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Le Huray
authors.affiliation: Primary Care Mental Health Worker.
authors.forename: Brendar
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Phull
authors.affiliation: Primary Care Mental Health Worker.
authors.forename: Clare
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Shakespeare
authors.affiliation: Chartered Clinical Psychologist, BABCP Accredited Practitioner, Superviser and Trainer The Westminster Primary Care Psychology Service, Central & North West London NHS Trust, UK.
authors.forename: Jon
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Wheatley
keywords: cognitive behaviour therapy; guided self-help; psychological therapy; stepped care