Why is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy So Popular?
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010Why is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy becoming so popular with people seeking counselling? What are the limitations of this form of therapy, and is it suitable for everyone?
Factors behind the increasing popularity of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Accessibility
A major factor behind the popularity of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is its accessibility. There has been a big increase in the number of CBT therapists available on the NHS – in 2007, the government earmarked £173m to train an extra 3,600 therapists in the approach by 2010 (figures from The Independent, link at the end of the article) Furthermore, following the trend there has been an increase in health insurance providers who cover talking therapy as part of their healthcare policies.