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Page - 19th November 2020 CBT and Other Modalities – Similarities, Differences and Developments

CBT shares many commonalities with other modalities, yet diverges in areas like directiveness, structure and its relationship with diagnosis. With the rise of third-wave CBT, there’s now more overlap than ever. Read more in the full overview.

Page - 19th November 2020 Professional Effectiveness – Supervision, Clinical Audit and Continuing Professional Development

Explore how supervision, clinical audit and CPD help CBT practitioners maintain ethical, effective practice. Learn how to integrate audits into therapy, reflect on your development, and meet professional standards through ongoing learning and support. Continue reading to deepen your understanding.

Page - 7th October 2020 Self-Awareness and Personal Development as a CBT Therapist

Learn how CBT therapists can use formulation, self-reflection, and selective self-disclosure to develop personal insight and strengthen the therapeutic alliance. This lecture explores the role of self-awareness in ethical, effective CBT practice. Continue reading to deepen your understanding.

Page - 15th September 2020 Referrals in Counselling

Sometimes the best support we can offer is to know when we’re not the right fit. This guide explores the ethics, process, and emotional nuance of referring clients onward, ensuring they get the right help—at the right time.

Page - 19th August 2020 Contracting for Online Therapy

When offering online counselling, it’s crucial to ensure safety and ethics through a clear contract. From tech setup to confidentiality and risk planning, there’s a lot to cover—read on to explore what to include and why it matters.

Page - 18th August 2020 Risk Assessment in Online Therapy

Learn how to assess and manage risk in online therapy, including how to handle high-risk presentations, use appropriate screening tools, and ensure client safety with ethical contracting and emergency planning. Continue reading to strengthen your online counselling competence.

Page - 13th August 2020 The Disinhibition Effect in Online Therapy

Explore the six types of online disinhibition and how they can affect remote therapy. Learn how to manage premature self-disclosure, prevent ruptures, and build safety and trust when working online. Continue reading to strengthen your e-therapy practice.

Page - 12th August 2020 The Black-Hole Effect in Online Counselling

Understand the ‘black-hole effect’ in online counselling – when silence from a client triggers anxiety, doubt, or fear. Learn how to recognise, manage and contract around this phenomenon to practise safely, ethically and with confidence. Continue reading to explore the psychology behind this effect and how to prevent it.

Page - 30th July 2020 Online Therapy Competences

Online therapy requires unique skills, including knowledge of technology, confidentiality, and risk management. This article explores the essential competencies for offering safe and ethical online therapy, based on the BACP’s guidelines. Read on to learn more about the key skills needed to work effectively in a digital environment.

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Page - 2nd July 2019 Working with Children and Young People

Thinking of counselling children or teens? It’s a whole different ball game. From attachment to creativity, legalities to resilience—this essential guide explores what you’ll need to work ethically, safely, and effectively with young clients. Read on to learn more.

Podcast - 18th May 2019 113 – Therapeutic Use of Self

The Neuroscience of Empathy – Rory’s New Book In episode 113 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Ken Kelly…

Podcast - 9th March 2019 105 – Counselling Placement Interview

What Defines the Therapeutic Relationship? – Distractions in the Therapy Room In episode 105 of the Counselling Tutor…

Podcast - 14th June 2025 342 – The Art of Apologising as a Counsellor

Shame in Supervision – Creative Learning During an Academic Break In Episode 342 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast,…