Tackling Unhelpful Thinking Styles in Clients and Ourselves as Therapists
Saturday 23 May 2026
9am-10am
Overview
This interactive webinar provides practical tips on helping clients identify, challenge and change unhelpful thinking styles.
Key ideas
It is widely recognised that cognitive biases perpetuate psychological distress by maintaining negative perceptions of our relationships and the world around us. These Unhelpful Thinking Styles (UTS) are a key part of the mechanics of depression, anxiety, anger and many other psychological disorders. But how can we help clients identify these and break the vicious circles they maintain? And how can we as therapists and counsellors ensure that we ourselves are not falling victim to TUTS - Therapist Unhelpful Thinking Styles?
A Certificate of Attendance confirming 1 hour CPD will be available to all attendees.
Attendees will get also get the chance to see the new Flutura therapy system in action and see how it can help with UTSs
The Coming Impact of AI on CBT: What Therapists Need to Know.
Wednesday 27 May • 6 PM - 7 PM
Join us for an engaging, interactive session to understand AI’s impact and how to confidently adapt to this transformative era in mental health care.
Overview (indicative)
1. Introduction: The Intersection of AI and Mental Health
Overview of Artificial Intelligence and its applications
Why AI matters for CBT therapists
2. Current AI Applications in CBT
AI-powered therapy tools (e.g., chatbots, virtual counsellors)
Digital platforms and apps supporting CBT interventions
3. Enhancing CBT with AI: Opportunities for Therapists
Improved client engagement via AI-driven tools
Engaging with clients' use of AI in their everyday lives
Enhancing therapist efficiency and reducing burnout
4. Challenges and Ethical Considerations
Addressing privacy and confidentiality concerns
Potential biases in AI algorithms
Maintaining the human element in therapy
5. The Future of Therapist Roles in an AI-Integrated Landscape
Evolving skill sets for CBT therapists
AI as a complement, not a replacement, for therapists
Agentic AI and its implications in the world and in the therapy
Training and education to keep up with technological advancements
6. Practical Steps for Therapists to Embrace AI
Evaluating and adopting AI tools for your practice
Balancing traditional techniques with technological innovation
Staying informed about AI developments in mental health
7. Q&A and Discussion
Open floor for participant questions
Sharing experiences and perspectives on AI in therapy
8. Conclusion and Next Steps
Recap of key points
Encouragement to explore AI resources
Providing a resource list for further learning
What kind of event is this?
This is an Encore event featuring a live, real-time Q&A with Prof McGhee supported by full video presentation.
A Certificate of Attendance confirming 1 hour CPD will be available to all attendees.
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Regards
Patrick
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