Psychotherapists and Cognitive Behaviour Therapists
Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists use a variety of therapies in one-on-one or group settings to help people with mental health issues, stress, emotional and relationship problems.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£34229
New workers start around £18111. Normal pay is £34229 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £50621.
Jobs
447
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Helps people come up with new ways to cope with their problems and to change their ways of thinking.
- Analyses events, behaviour, and habits to understand their mode of thinking and feelings.
- Talks with patients about their emotions, relationships and personal history.
- Assesses and provides treatment for people suffering with mental illness, stress, and emotional and relationship problems.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work
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Active Listening
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Learning Strategies
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Critical Thinking
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Active Learning
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Reading Comprehension
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Speaking
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Writing
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Monitoring
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Science
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Mathematics
