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Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersProf Heather O’Mahen and Dr Sarah Healy on CBT for anxiety and depression in the perinatal periodIn this episode of Let’s Talk About CBT- Practice Matters, host Rachel Handley is joined by two leading experts in perinatal mental health- Professor Heather O’Mahen and Dr Sarah Healy. Together, they explore the unique challenges, adaptations, and opportunities that come with providing effective CBT for individuals during the perinatal period. Heather and Sarah draw on their clinical experience, policy work, and research to discuss why perinatal-specific approaches are needed, the prevalence and impact of perinatal mental health difficulties, and how therapists can adapt CBT to meet the needs of diverse parents and families. The conve...2025-07-151h 27
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersBefriending the naughty black dog…. Prof Barney Dunn on learning to live well alongside depressionIn this episode, Rachel talks with Professor Barney Dunn, clinical psychologist and researcher at the University of Exeter, about his work on Augmented Depression Therapy (ADepT) a novel approach to treating depression that targets anhedonia (difficulty experiencing pleasure) and aims to boost wellbeing. Barney shares personal and professional insights into why and how traditional CBT might be augmented to actively help people rediscover joy and meaning in life. He explains how ADepT, based on systematic research, integrates cognitive behavioural principles with techniques from ACT, mindfulness, strengths-based CBT and more, all aimed at helping clients live well alongside d...2025-05-291h 16
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters"Don't believe everything you think..."- Prof Steve Hollon on cognitive therapy for depression- Part 2In the second part of this episode with Professor Steve Hollon, we go beyond theory into the heart of applying cognitive therapy for depression in real-world settings. Steve shares what therapy really looks like across the spectrum from relatively straightforward to deeply complex clients and how therapists can stay grounded and effective, even when things feel messy. Resources and links Cognitive Therapy of Depression (Second Edition) Find out more about Steve and his research here OXCADAT: A wealth of useful videos and therapist resources for social anxiety, PTSD and...2025-04-2546 min
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters"Don't believe everything you think..."- Prof Steve Hollon on cognitive therapy for depression- Part 1In the first instalment of this special two part episode, Rachel Handley talks to Professor Steve Hollon, international expert on the prevention and treatment of depression and co-author of the second edition of Cognitive Therapy of Depression about how we understand and treat depression. Steve shares what first drew him to the field, his early encounters with Aaron T. Beck and the rise of cognitive therapy, and how insights from evolutionary biology, psychology and neurobiology can enrich our understanding of depression. Next time: In Part 2, Professor Hollon discusses how CBT can be applied to a w...2025-04-2548 min
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters“I’m forever bursting bubbles (or perhaps not)…” Kim Wright and Tom Richardson on treating Bipolar DisorderIn this episode of Let’s Talk About CBT- Practice Matters, Rachel Handley talks to two expert guests – Professor Kim Wright from the University of Exeter and Associate Professor Tom Richardson from the University of Southampton – about bipolar disorder and the role of CBT in supporting people with this diagnosis. Tom and Kim share their extensive clinical and research experience, alongside insights from Tom’s own lived experience of bipolar disorder. They discuss common myths, the importance of timely and accurate diagnosis, and how CBT can support people with bipolar in a meaningful and collaborative way. They...2025-03-291h 22
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersUnderstanding and Treating Eating Disorders with Dr. Rebecca MurphyIn this episode of Let's Talk About CBT: Practice Matters, Rachel Handley is joined by Dr. Rebecca Murphy, a clinical psychologist and researcher specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for eating disorders. Together, they explore the complexities of eating disorders, effective treatment approaches, and ways to improve accessibility to evidence-based interventions. Resources & Further Learning: Visit cbte.co for information on CBT-E, training, and resources. Learn more about Rebecca’s research at the Centre for Research on Eating Disorders at Oxford (CREDO). The CREDO Contributors' Group is for individuals who are interested in our work, including people with...2025-02-221h 15
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersDon’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good...Andrew Beck on Transcultural CBTIn this episode of Let’s Talk About CBT – Practice Matters, host Rachel Handley speaks with Andrew Beck, consultant clinical psychologist, CBT therapist, and author of Transcultural Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Anxiety and Depression. Andrew is a leading expert in culturally adapted therapies and a former president of the BABCP. Together, they explore the importance of culture, language, ethnicity, and identity in therapy and how these factors influence mental health, therapy engagement and treatment outcomes. Andrew shares his personal and professional journey into transcultural CBT and he and Rachel discuss practical strategies for therapists to approach conversations about...2025-02-061h 15
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters“What young people want more than anything is social connection” Dr Eleanor Leigh on treating social anxiety in young peopleIn this episode of Practice Matters, host Rachel Handley is joined by Dr. Eleanor Leigh, Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor at the University of Oxford to discuss social anxiety disorder in young people. Eleanor shares her journey into this field, highlights the challenges of recognising and treating social anxiety in young people, and offers hope through emerging evidence-based interventions, including tailored cognitive therapy for adolescents. Resources Mentioned: OXCADAT Resources: Free therapy resources, manuals, and videos for cognitive therapy. CAMY Website: Learn more about Dr. Leigh's research group focused on young people's mental health. Overcoming Social Anxiety...2025-01-091h 18
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersCBT, Cancer and Coping with Dr Stirling MooreyThis episode, Rachel talks to Dr. Stirling Moorey about the role of CBT in supporting individuals with cancer. Dr Moorey is a consultant psychiatrist and a leading expert in psycho-oncology as well as the new BABCP President. He has worked extensively in the field of CBT and cancer since the 1980s, contributing to research, clinical practice, and supervision. They discuss how not everyone with cancer will need r want psychological interventions but how CBT and learning coping strategies can be effective for those who do and how therapists can look after themselves when working in this emotionally...2024-12-061h 22
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersDr Fiona Challacombe on CBT for perinatal OCD and giving parents back their joyIn this episode, host Rachel Handley sits down with Dr. Fiona Challacombe, a leading expert in perinatal anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), to explore the impact of OCD on new and expecting parents. They discuss why new parents are particularly vulnerable to intrusive thoughts, how CBT techniques can effectively treat perinatal OCD, and the importance of dispelling myths around maternal mental health. Fiona also offers practical advice for therapists working with clients presenting with perinatal OCD, including how to approach and adapt exposure therapy sensitively during pregnancy. If you liked this episode and want to hear more...2024-11-071h 11
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters"Your Gran was right! All you need is a good night's sleep"...Prof Colin Espie on CBT for sleep disordersIn this episode, Rachel talks to Professor Colin Espie about cognitive behavioural interventions for insomnia. They discuss the importance of sleep, common misconceptions about sleep and the importance of trusting in the body's natural sleep processes. Colin highlights the high prevalence of sleep disorders and comorbidity with other mental health conditions that CBT therapists will commonly be treating. They discuss factors that maintain sleep problems and key evidence-based and effective approaches to addressing these obstacles that might help you and your patients to get a good night’s sleep! If you liked this episode and want to hea...2024-10-101h 13Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters“I'm unlikable, I'm weird, I'm different from other people…” Prof David Clark on social anxiety and some of the negative beliefs that patients may have about themselvesIn this conversation, Professor David Clark discusses his work using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy to treat Social Anxiety Disorder. He and Rachel talk about the Cognitive Behavioural model of Social Anxiety Disorder, considering the factors that contribute to maintaining this debilitating problem experienced by many people and the evidenced-based approaches to treating it. The conversation also delves into the economic impact of evidence-based psychological therapies and the importance of delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. If you liked this episode and want to hear more, please do subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow us at @BABCPpodcasts on...2024-09-121h 10
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice Matters“I’ve had my hands down a lot of toilets…” Prof Paul Salkovskis on why CBT therapists might find themselves doing some unusual things to help people with OCDIn this episode Rachel talks with Professor Paul Salkovskis about using CBT to treat people with OCD. They discuss the Cognitive Behavioural model for OCD and how OCD develops and is maintained, debunk some common myths about OCD and the effectiveness of CBT in treating OCD. Paul and Rachel also chat about some of the more unusual techniques they have used when helping patients with OCD… Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or new to the field, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge about OCD and its treatment. Paul’s decades of experience and his ability to exp...2024-08-151h 03
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersMenopause & CBT. Professor Myra Hunter on why one size doesn’t fit all…In this episode, Rachel talks with Professor Myra Hunter about the role of CBT in addressing some of the troublesome symptoms of menopause and the evidence base supporting its use. The conversation emphasises the need to engage women and acknowledge their unique experiences of the menopause, as well as the importance of an evidence-based, biopsychosocial understanding of these experiences. It highlights the opportunity for women to revisit positively their sense of self and identity during this stage of life. If you liked this episode and want to hear more, please do subscribe wherever you get your podcasts...2024-07-1752 min
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersBeing a professional nosy parker…Ken Laidlaw on working with older adults Let’s Talk about CBT has a new sister podcast: Let's Talk about CBT: Practice Matters with a brand-new host Dr Rachel Handley, CBT therapist and Consultant Clinical Psychologist. Each episode Rachel will be talking to an expert in CBT who will share their knowledge, experience, research and professional and personal insights to help you enhance your practice and help your patients more effectively. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned clinician we hope you will find something to stimulate thought and encourage you in your work. This episode Rachel is talking to Prof. Ken Lai...2024-06-1957 min
Let's Talk about CBT- Practice MattersWhy trauma therapists are like Dr Pimple Popper....Richard Meiser-Stedman on working with children with PTSDLet’s Talk about CBT has a new sister podcast: Let's Talk about CBT: Practice Matters with a brand-new host Dr Rachel Handley, CBT therapist and Consultant Clinical Psychologist. Each episode Rachel will be talking to an expert in CBT who will share their knowledge, experience, research and professional and personal insights to help you enhance your practice and help your patients more effectively. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned clinician we hope you will find something to stimulate thought and encourage you in your work. This episode Rachel is talking to Prof. Ric...2024-05-2256 min