Module overview
The aim of this module is to extend your knowledge and understanding of CBT assessment and formulation and to examine CBT change methods in depth - as applied to depression.
You will apply these skills in supervised practice.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of CBT models and methods of assessment, formulation and treatment for depression, and how this knowledge can be applied in clinical practice
- Demonstrate an ability to reflect on issues of social justice, and how CBT for depression can be delivered with due attention to the needs of people from under-represented communities
- Demonstrate CBT clinical skills and competencies as applied to depression
- Demonstrate an ability to appraise critically the evidence base regarding CBT models and methods for depression
Syllabus
- CBT assessment
- Different methods of formulation
- Treatment planning
- CBT structure
- CBT change techniques
- Principles of reflective practice
As applied to depression.
If this is your first module incorporating supervision you are also required to attend a one-day workshop on preparation for supervision and using the CTS-R in supervision.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Teaching and learning methods include lectures and workshops, which incorporate demonstrations, role-play, experiential learning and small group work. In addition, private study and assigned reading forms an important source of knowledge and understanding. We use a range of teaching and learning methods, and recognise that students have different preferred learning styles.
Clinical supervision is usually run in small groups of up to three students. You will be working in a clinical setting where you can access suitable training cases. You will bring two cases to supervision and we strongly encourage you see additional cases supervised in your clinical service. You will need equipment to video record therapy sessions, and bring excerpts to each supervision session, to illustrate specific supervision questions.
| Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Independent Study | 135 |
| Teaching | 50 |
| Clinical Practice | 15 |
| Total study time | 200 |
Resources & Reading list
Textbooks
Beck, A.T., Rush, A.J., Shaw, B.F. & Emery, G. (1979). Cognitive therapy for depression. New York: Guilford Press.
Beck, J.S. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond. New York: Guilford Press.
Martell, C.R., Addis, M.E. & Jacobson, N.S. (2001). Depression in context; Strategies for guided action. New York: Norton.
Williams, J.M.G. (1992). The Psychological treatment of depression: A guide to the theory and practice of cognitive behaviour therapy. London: Routledge.
Persons, J., Davidson, J. & Tomkins, M. (2000). Essential components of cognitive therapy for depression. London: Guilford Press.
Martell, C.R., Dimidjian, S. & Herman-Dunn, R. (2010). Behavioral activation for depression: A clinician’s guide. New York: Norton.
Assessment
Assessment strategy
Knowledge and skills will be assessed by a range of methods, including essays, presentations, experiential work, therapy recordings, case reports, supervisor reports and therapy recordings. University assessors are responsible for marking all summative assessments. University assessors include academic members of the CBT team as well as CBT practitioners who have been approved by the University.
Formative
This is how we’ll give you feedback as you are learning. It is not a formal test or exam.
Supervisor reports
- Assessment Type: Formative
- Feedback: Pass/fail
- Final Assessment: No
- Group Work: No
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Oral case presentation | 50% |
| Assessments of Clinical Competence | 50% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
| Method | Percentage contribution |
|---|---|
| Oral case presentation | 50% |
| Assessments of Clinical Competence | 50% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal