Looking for a CBT Therapist

Johnnymac706

Hi all. My doctor has recommended that I go see a Cognitive Behaviour Therapist and while I can just look at the long list on cbti.ie I'd prefer a recommendation if possible. Anybody out there that could recommend please?

Johnnymac706

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058318396/looking-for-a-cbt-therapist

In the dublin area I should have said.

JuliusCaesar

There isn't a huge list on CBTI.ie - and not all of them have private practice or see clients.

You should be able to access a CBT therapist free of charge in your local mental health service: most are Clinical Nurse Specialists ie specialised in CBT. I know everyone goes on about waiting lists in MH but in my area it's a fortnight for an MH Assessment by a psychiatrist, who can refer you on to CBT, which could be immediate or it could be a month or 6 weeks. It's worthwhile asking your GP to refer you, as it can be quite pricy especially through the private hospital system.

A therapist who suits one person may not suit another. The best thing to do is phone them and have a chat. You'll get a good idea if you can get on with the person after a few chats.

I would warn against looking at councellors who say they do CBT - most only did a weekend or other short course, whereas the ones on the CBTI and BABCP registers have real actual university qualifications in CBT.

I'd also give consideration to remote therapy via secure videocall; it works just as well. It also means you have a wider range of therapists to contact, as I'm told that those in private practice are quite busy in Dublin. It also means more flexibility in when you can attend. The main reason people can't attend is lack of privacy at home and not having a car... yes, many people have sessions parked in their car.

HTH

Johnnymac706

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121272115#Comment_121272115

Thanks so much for this. I have done some talk therapy in car before myself. Cheers for the advice.