What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a talking therapy – and is considered one of the most effective treatments for conditions which are anxiety and depression based. Add link here to sister article explaining the evidence for the effectiveness of CBT. These include eating disorders, recurring panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, social phobia and general stress. 

 

How effective is CBT? 

What kinds of anxiety and depression can it help with? Can it help manage pain? Can it help with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Does it still work if you’re older? How does it work and how can I access CBT if I need it?