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It can be a little daunting to begin treatment for your mental health. The prospect of divulging personal information, combined with the idea of reliving potentially painful memories can be terrifying when it’s something you’re unfamiliar with.
Sometimes, when it comes to mental health, it can help to feel like you aren’t alone and that others feel similarly to you. That’s where CBT group courses come in handy.
What is CBT?
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a psychosocial intervention. It’s extremely effective in improving mental health, and is used to treat a variety of mental health conditions such as anxiety, OCD, problems with sleep, low self-esteem, anger problems, borderline personality disorder, eating problems, drug and alcohol problems, sexual relationship problems, phobias and post-traumatic stress disorder.
CBT is based on the idea that the way we think about thinks can affect how we behave. For example, interpreting a situation in a positive way can determine in turn how we respond to that situation.
CBT is recommended in the NICE guidelines for mental health treatment.
How CBT is Delivered
CBT can be delivered in a number of ways, including one to one therapy sessions, skype or telephone therapy and group therapy.
The Benefits of Group Therapy
- Group therapy is a great way to connect with other people experiencing similar issues to you. It can feel less intense, as the focus is on how you as a group can improve wellbeing rather than it being entirely on you.
- It’s more informal. This can make the experience less daunting
- At Psychology Wales, our courses hold up to 8 people. It’s a great opportunity to socialise with new people, something that can improve your overall sense of wellbeing.
- Our group courses have low waiting times.
- Group therapy is extremely cost effective. Here at Psychology Wales, our courses are only £150 for six sessions.
- You feel less alone. With others around you, you can create a sense of community. You can meet people who can provide you with advice and coping mechanisms. It’s a great way to share experiences with others like you, and can help you relate to others in a healthy way.
- It can provide encouragement. Seeing others solving their problems and working hard at promoting their own wellbeing can inspire you to do the same.
How to gain the most benefit from Group Therapy
- Participate in activities. The more you engage with the course the more benefit you will gain!
- You should realise what your aim is in attending the sessions and pledge to yourself that you’ll abide with it.
- Share with others – your story may be their inspiration! Try to engage with those around you – you may even make a new friend!
Are you interested in participating in group therapy? Check out our courses here at Psychology Wales here!
